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Ukraine's communications infrastructure is generally well-developed in the cities and tourist areas. Internet in Ukraine is particularly popular in the major cities. The National Commission on Communication Regulation of Ukraine is the country's telecommunications regulatory body and is responsible for everything related to telecommunications in Ukraine. It is this body that ensures that Ukraine's communications systems run at their optimum. Telephones In recent years, Ukraine's telephone network has been upgraded and new equipment installed. Digital telephone exchanges are used extensively in large cities and suburban areas. Telephone connections are not good in rural areas and smaller towns. Telephone calls in Ukraine are paid at a per minute rate. Hotels will usually charge 2 to 3 times more than what the telephone companies do. When making a phone call from Ukraine to another country you must dial the following: Dial 8, wait for dial tone, dial 10 plus the country code, area code and telephone number. IP-telephony cards are popular in Ukraine and can be bought at news stalls and computer shops. There are five cellular telephone operators in Ukraine operating with GSM so it is possible for visitors to use their cell phones in Ukraine. International roaming is, however, relatively expensive. For more information on cellular telephone usage in Ukraine visit our “Ukraine SMS” page on this site. Post Though an inexpensive form of communication in Ukraine, mail is rather slow. If you need items delivered quickly it is better to make use of a courier service. When sending packages to Ukraine, many items will require clearance by customs which can cost a lot in fees. Mass Media Mass media is a vital method of dispensing information and news to the populace. It is also a great means of entertainment. For more information on mass media in Ukraine, visit the following pages on this site: “Ukraine Radio”, “Ukraine TV” and “Newspapers”. Internet Access Internet in Ukraine has grown quickly in urban areas. Internet cafés are located throughout important cities and costs are minimal. Internet connection speeds tend to be slow in Ukraine and occasionally you will be unable to connect, particularly on older telephone lines. If you have a laptop, it is best to make use of prepaid time cards. These Internet cards can be bought at news stalls and computer shops. Featured Hotels in Ukraine Premier Palace Hotel Five Star Premier Palace Hotel is traditionally the most exclusive hotel in Kiev. It is located in the very heart of the Ukrainian capital. 289 contemporary. Ukraina Hotel The hotel is one of Kievs most comfortable hotels. Perfectly situated in the cultural and business centre of the city near business and government establishments. 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