Tag Archives: Kiev

Saturday Snap: Kiev on Fire

By on January 14, 2012 in Weekend Snaps

I lived in Rusanovka when teaching English in Kiev, Ukraine. This is a view of Kiev at night from a teacher’s balcony. Share if you enjoy.… Read more

January 14, 2012 · Read full story · Comments { 0 }
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Day 121: Fruit is the Last Thing I Want as a Beer Snack (a Ukraine memory)

By on May 3, 2011 in Soviet Travel, Ukraine

Sliced oranges, banana halves and apples were all dropped on the table by Ukrainian friends, and she couldn’t help but comment on the fact that this is the exact type of thing you *should* be eating when imbibing alcohol. I, on the other hand, couldn’t help but think how bad I wanted some salted peanuts, some cheesy nachos and some spicy salsa to go with my drinks. Is this a cultural thing?

May 3, 2011 · Read full story · Comments { 3 }
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Day 52: Thinking Cool Thoughts, A Winter Photo Tour from Ukraine

By on February 21, 2011 in Soviet Travel, Ukraine

I am quite happy now that I forced myself to take the big camera out for one of my daily walks because I really think I captured a bit of the vibe that goes with living in a former Soviet country.

February 21, 2011 · Read full story · Comments { 11 }
Chest X-Ray, Anyone?

Chest X-Ray, Anyone?

By on March 22, 2009 in Australia, Soviet Travel, Ukraine

If you’re new around here, don’t forget to subscribe to my feed in a reader, or subscribe via email. That way, you’ll be able to hang out with me all the time. *smiles*… Read more
When talking to my mom the other day on Skype, she asked me how my trip of a lifetime was going. The interesting part was

March 22, 2009 · Read full story · Comments { 7 }
Well hello there, 2009! Guest blogging, travel planning, and more!

Well hello there, 2009! Guest blogging, travel planning, and more!

By on January 6, 2009 in Soviet Travel, Ukraine, Writing

With only one word to describe 2009, I think I would have to go with sneaky. Yes, 2009 – you little sneak, you – you are definitely here now in full-force, but only after giving me quite the impressive surprise party on New Year’s Eve. Thank you, Kiev, for that one. The twenty minute fireworks display and the free concert… Read more

January 6, 2009 · Read full story · Comments { 5 }

Into the Depths of Kyiv

By on October 29, 2008 in Soviet Travel, Ukraine

This post will be short and sweet because I merely want to showcase Kyiv’s wonderful Metro line. The Metro is a super cheap way to travel (only about $.10 a ride!) and pretty quick. However, avoid it at rush hours if possible! They get super crowded and even the babushkas will kick you around.
Overall, the most interesting part of… Read more

October 29, 2008 · Read full story · Comments { 0 }
A bird pooped on me in YkpaiHa.

A bird pooped on me in YkpaiHa.

By on April 6, 2008 in Soviet Travel, Ukraine

Ukraine (YkpaiHa) exudes all characteristics stereotypical of a former Soviet republic. The buildings, big and grand with gold domes, consume the otherwise stark landscape. The statues stand tall with bold features and some forceful pose. And the people… The people in Ukraine are such badasses! They drink a lot, smoke a lot, always wear red or black leather, and they… Read more

April 6, 2008 · Read full story · Comments { 0 }
1 Broken Ipod, a 20 Hour Bus Ride, and 6 Esperanto Speakers

1 Broken Ipod, a 20 Hour Bus Ride, and 6 Esperanto Speakers

By on April 4, 2008 in Poland, Soviet Travel, Ukraine

Traveling in 2nd and 3rd world countries the past couple of months made me realize how much I love a good transportation system – you know, where a 20 minute flight doesn’t translate into a 12 hour drive. The few treacherously long journeys in southern Mexico left me feeling hot, tired, and nauseous, and without the help of some pink… Read more

April 4, 2008 · Read full story · Comments { 8 }