Kiev - Post Report Question and Answers

But don't forget your:

Snow boots and etiquette lessons. Use your indoor quiet voice. - May 2021


Appetite! - Jun 2018


Nice clothes - they're still not nice enough! And your willingness to try new experiences. - May 2017


Asian spices, warm clothing, good boots/coats. - Nov 2016


Snow tires if you have a car. Any toiletries for which you are picky on brand. Ingredients for Mexican or Asian food. - Jul 2016


Love of sour cream and dill! Winter clothing/boots, yaktrax, snow suits. - Nov 2015


Patience while standing in the dip line behind non-dip locals who like the shorter line. - Jun 2015


Yak trax, down jacket, jogger stroller, vitamin D, and silent alarm for stray dogs. - Apr 2014


Parka, snow tires and peanut butter! - Apr 2013


Cold weather clothes. - Apr 2013


Patience, cold weather gear, ice cleats (Yak Trax were insufficient this winter). - Feb 2013


Patience and nice shoes (they can be repaired for cheap when you inevitably ruin them on the streets). - Jul 2012


Patience and aggressive driving skills. - Aug 2009


Russian (not Ukrainian) dictionary. - Apr 2008


Winter clothes. I'm from Wisconsin so the winter doesn't really bother me too much, for others it can be tough. - Apr 2008


Warm coat, hat, gloves, scarf... - Feb 2008


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