Kirovograd is Wonderful
I am from Vancouver Canada, arguably one of the best cities in the world for living and lifestyle. (affordability is a sore point).
Since May 2012, I have spent more than a month in Kirovograd. I am currently there now as I write this,
Visit the city.
Cultured / educated / well mannered / friendly population...and yes more beautiful girls and women than you can ever imagine. Down to earth but not without luxury..Yes, you can buy the latest iPhone 5 and all the other Apple and top current electronic products.
Top fashion abound. Great DJ's and clubs, bowling, cinemas, markets, loads of parks and public spaces - very green city. Plus, top medical facilities, cheap transportation - both marshrutka local buses) and taxis. Many Universities and colleges and other education faculties in this city.
Yes, trying to get by on English is a challenge, but locals are friendly enough to try to understand you. However, it is really incumbent upon visitors to make the effort to learn the local languages when you travel abroad.
My hotel is Reikartz, part of a national chain. It's located next to the main city street called Karla Marksa Street. (This is the main street about 10 blocks long with all the buses, shops, cafes, people etc)
The Reikartz chain maintains very high standards for its properties and it is evident in my both my long stays here. I easily rate its standards 3-4 star. Service is top notch! I pay about $46 USD per night for a room equal to anything you'd easily pay $100+ stateside...plus, included is a huge buffet menu offering for breakfast...including all your cappuccinos etc. It's literally my one meal for the day. But dinner in the hotel, all in, including beer or wine / amazing fresh salad / filet mignon (not a huge "western style" portion but well prepared and tasty with sides etc...$12.00 USD. All is clean and well presented and well served.
Many local restaurants offer fabulous casual / formal menus at similar or less than hotel prices.....Cafes are popular and a great place to meet locals!
I will return in May and spend the summer. Any questions? Ask- No problem.
I flew to Kiev or Odessa and rented a car/driver.
Last edited by GaryCanada; Oct 26, 2012 at 4:08 am