Visiting Zurawno can be an exciting and enriching experience. On this page are some tips to help you plan a successful trip.
Getting to Zurawno
Travel arrangements depend in part on your budget and whether you want to visit other locations in Europe. Many visitors fly into Kyiv, and some fly from London, Vienna and Warsaw to L'viv. Sight-seeing or budget-conscious travelers may take trains from neighboring countries such as Hungary, Poland or Slovakia.
The airport in Krakow, Poland, is approximately 25 minutes from the Krakow train station. There is a train that goes from Krakow to L'viv and also a train from Odessa to L'viv. The 35 mile (55 kilometer) trip to Zhuravno can be made by motor vehicle. It is recommended that one hire a local interpreter/driver who is familiar with the area.
Always have your passport and your embassy or consulate telephone number with you in case of emergencies.
Important Information About Traveling in Ukraine
While travel conditions in the Ukraine have improved in recent years, the availability of tourist services is still slightly unpredictable
You will need a passport that is valid for six months beyond the planned date of travel. As of April 3, 2010, when this article was posted, U.S. citizens did not need a Ukrainian visa if the duration of their stay in the Ukraine does not exceed 90 days and the purpose of the visit is for tourism, private travel or business. For all other types of travel, advance registration for a visa is required. Please check the U.S. Department of State' s country-specific webpage for Ukraine.
Ukraine passed a law in 1997 that requires all travelers to have Ukrainian health insurance. It is purchased after arrival and covers only basic medical care at public hospitals and clinics. Private clinics are available, but can be expensive.
The U.S. Department of State encourages all U.S. citizens traveling or residing abroad to register via the State Department's travel registration website or at the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate abroad.
