Travel to Odessa Ukraine

American Business Center does all for foreign tourists to implement its motto - "Feel yourself as at home". You can ask us for solving any of your problem you meet here as a tourist. As well we offer some usual services for tourists in Odessa, Ukraine:

• Translation and interpreting. We employ university educated personnel to provide you high level solutions for language problems. Cost is $10 per an hour.
• Transportation. A car with qualified driver cost $12.5 per an hour. Cost of gasoline is included.
• Excursion. We can arrange any of numerous available excursions in Odessa for reasonable prices.

To learn more about travel to Odessa, Ukraine (air, train, bus, ferry transportation, banking, entertainment, cultural life and other) see www.odessa-portal.com.

Common advice for tourists to Odessa Ukraine

It is understandable that arriving to an unknown country a person could feel himself lost and maybe even unsafe in different situations. Actually Odessa is very similar to many other larger cities of the World.  Odessa has about 1.5 million residents in the city and surrounding environs.

You can be safe here if you follow common rules of behavior that are similar for all big cities!

Suggestions for added safety when visiting Odessa include:

1. Don't walk along dark streets in the late night;
2. Don't visit apartments of people that you just met;
3. Don't go with with anyone you just met far from where you are at the moment;
4. Don't get into cars of unknown people who invite you to do this;
5. Don't invite people that you just met to the apartment
6. Don't provide your address to strangers.

But if you still feel uncomfortable, one of our staff will be with you any time you need it. Our staff, interpreters and drivers are helpful and become caring and supportive friends. You can always feel safe any time you in Odessa Ukraine.

Invitation Visa - Ameican Citizen no longer need a visa to visit Ukraine

Some countries still require an official invitation before you can get an actual tourist or business travel visa. Citizens from the USA, Canada and Western Europe countries do NOT need any invitation and US citizens do NOT need a visa.  As of the summer of 2005, US passport holders do NOT need a visa to enter Ukraine.

FAQ for Travel to Odessa Ukraine

Can I use my credit card in Ukraine?

Yes, however, we recommend that you bring a combination of cash and credit cards. Visa and MasterCard are accepted at many restaurants, but not at all. Discover and American Express credit card and/or Traveller Cheques are not recommended. If needed, cash advances (often with a 3-5% fee) are available at many hotels, banks and currency exchanges.

But keep a few things in mind:

1. In general, Ukraine operates as a "cash economy". In most situations you will be expected to pay for goods and services in local currency, not with dollars or credit cards. However there are many currency exchange offices available. It is easy to exchange dollars for hyrivnas (UAH).
2. The banking situation had been unstable in both Russia and Ukriane. In 1998, the August banking crisis hit with no warning, making credit cards useless overnight. Don't get caught short! Always have $ 300-500 cash in reserve, in case your credit cards suddenly don't work.
3. Travelers Checks are for security and are not conveniet! Unlike in the States and many European cities, there are a very limited numbers of places to cash traveler's checks. There is a fee for cashing traveler's checks. It can take several hours, by the time you go to American Express office, stand in line, cash your checks and get back to your vacation.
4. We recommend wearing a money belt and bringing mostly cash. Of course, it's completely up to you.

What will the weather be like in Odessa Ukraine?

It depends on the time of year that you travel, but generally the weather and temperatures in Odessa will be about the same as Washington, DC. See the hyperlink to the weather channel at the top of this page for the 10-day extended forecast in Odessa.

In both spring and autumn, you will need to bring some warm clothes. Expect daytime temperatures to be in the mid 50s-60s, and the night temperatures to drop into the low 40s or even 30s on occasion.

In wintertime, the coldest days hover around 32.  However, snowfall is minimal so heavy snow boots are not needed.

Summertime weather is usually fantastic, with daytime temperatures in the upper / mid 80s to lower 70s, and night time temperatures in the mid 70s.

What kind of clothing should I bring?

Weather considerations aside, be yourself and be comfortable. Bring a mixture of both casual clothes for daytime and clothes you would normally wear out on a date. There is no "right" or "wrong" way to dress, so relax and wear what you want.

What kind of electricity do they have in Ukraine?

Electricity in Ukraine is 220 Volts, 50 Hz AC. You will need a Eastern European plug adapter (with round pins)  to plug into electric sockets. Adapter kits can be purchased at Radio Shack, Wal-Mart, K-Mart and luggage stores.

American electrical appliances will also require a "step down" converter that adjusts the electricity from Ukraine's 220V down to 110V.

Note: Most new video camera Battery Chargers and laptop computer adapaters can be plugged into 220V or 110V sockets. Consult your Operating Manual for details for your camera and computer model.

Luggage

Check with the airlines since many are modifying their baggage allowances.

NOTE: We recommend that your carry-on bag contain a full change of dress clothing and toiletries. In the unlikely event that your check-in luggage doesn't arrive with you, you will need clothes for your first contacts. Occasionally, one of our clients has a problem with his luggage arriving late. This is normal for all international airlines, and luggage is usually delivered within the following 24 hours.  If this happens, we will work to expedite the return of your luggage.

If you have other questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at info@odessa-abc.com .

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