Given the current situation, we suggest not travelling to Ukraine at this point in time!
We organize study tours and group trips to most destinations in Ukraine, for example.
Reasons to go on a study trip to Ukraine
Great academic benefit - communism, museums and the opportunity for exciting factory and business visits:
- The Ukrainian food culture
- Kiev and Odessa
- Affordable prices
The history of Ukraine
Following the Russian Revolution in 1917, Ukraine became one of the powerful USSR republics, and it reached its independence in 1991. In addition to independence, there are two major events in Ukraine's recent history; The Chernobyl accident in 1986, and “The Orange Revolution” in 2004.
After the fall of the Berlin wall and independence of Ukraine, a new tourist opportunity has opened up. Discover historic cities such as Odessa and Kiev, and explore history going back thousands of years.
Food and weather in Ukraine
The Ukrainian food culture consists of poultry, meat and fish. Mushrooms, cabbage and potatoes are the favorite vegetables, and are included in most dishes as well as cooked cereal on the side. In addition to beer, wine and vodka, the Ukrainians drink a lot of fruit juice.
Ukraine has an array of highlights for the cultural traveller. Old buildings of rare beauty, interesting museums and exciting traditions. If you are looking for a relaxing break, there is a wide range of health and spa resorts where you can slow down the pace.
To the south, the country enjoys a stretch of coastline facing the Black Sea.
The weather in Ukraine follows the seasons as we know it in Northern Europe. Generally, temperatures are higher in the southern part of Ukraine.
Experience Odessa on the study trip to Ukraine
You are in for a treat if you decide to visit Odessa, about 400 km’s from Kiev. Odessa offers historic buildings, beautiful avenues and a waterfront location making the city a true holiday delight.
Odessa is located in the southwest corner of Ukraine and has the largest port in the country. The “new” Odessa was founded in 1794 by order of Katharina the Great, and the growth of the city was greater than anywhere else in Europe.
There are many impressive buildings in Odessa, for example, the 142 meter long stone staircase that was the backdrop of a bloody massacre in Sergei Eisenstein's film “Armor Potemkin”. The real bloodbath actually took place in the nearby streets, but the staircase has become a favorite tourist destination. Also make sure to visit the opera house.
Odessa is rich on elegant shops and markets. For example, try the Privoz market, one of the world's largest, and where it's possible to make a good deal.
