While in Nikolaev and Ukraine
MarkzTools v8 Mac…Suggestions for those staying and traveling here in Nikolaev and Ukraine that are visiting from abroad.
1.) Be aware of standing out due to loud conversations in English.
2.) Dress in dark or neutral colored clothing to blend in.
3.) Travel in groups especially after dark.
4.) Cross streets at marked crosswalks on green only.
5.) Adopt the philosophy “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.”
6.) Be aware of your surroundings and “flashing” what would be regarded here as large sums of money in bars, restaurants, open markets and stores. In short, have your currency separated and accessible but not in a wad! (I.E. $200-$500 is more than a month’s wages for most)
7.) Utilize your best manners in dealings with ladies here in Nikolaev and the general population. You are a guest in their country.
8.) Understand that very often 13 & 30, 14 & 40, 15 & 50 for example are confused when quoting an amount owed. Mostly likely the seller means the larger number. Have them write down the amount you or to ask to please see the calculator. Written numbers are the same in any country, just pay attention also to the exchange rate.
9.) Be very careful about making “new friends” on the street, at cafes, bars and nightclubs. Never invite a person or people back to your flat or hotel room that you have just met.
10.) Make sure that you enjoy excursions and tours that are available especially daytime to shipyards, museums, churches and cathedrals as well as the zoo here in Nikolaev.
1.) Be aware of standing out due to loud conversations in English.
2.) Dress in dark or neutral colored clothing to blend in.
3.) Travel in groups especially after dark.
4.) Cross streets at marked crosswalks on green only.
5.) Adopt the philosophy “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.”
6.) Be aware of your surroundings and “flashing” what would be regarded here as large sums of money in bars, restaurants, open markets and stores. In short, have your currency separated and accessible but not in a wad! (I.E. $200-$500 is more than a month’s wages for most)
7.) Utilize your best manners in dealings with ladies here in Nikolaev and the general population. You are a guest in their country.
8.) Understand that very often 13 & 30, 14 & 40, 15 & 50 for example are confused when quoting an amount owed. Mostly likely the seller means the larger number. Have them write down the amount you or to ask to please see the calculator. Written numbers are the same in any country, just pay attention also to the exchange rate.
9.) Be very careful about making “new friends” on the street, at cafes, bars and nightclubs. Never invite a person or people back to your flat or hotel room that you have just met.
10.) Make sure that you enjoy excursions and tours that are available especially daytime to shipyards, museums, churches and cathedrals as well as the zoo here in Nikolaev.
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