Carry cash. Ukraine is still a cash-based society, and even more so in its mountain villages. You’ll want cash to pay for transportation, food, and souvenirs. Credit cards may be accepted at larger hotels and restaurants, but bringing cash is strongly advised.

Wear comfortable clothing and shoes. Any adventure is best in comfy clothes. A visit to Yaremche often involves walking or hiking on rugged terrain, so your footwear should be comfortable and durable. Be prepared for changing weather conditions. In colder months, a pair of cheap microspikes are a good investment to be prepared for icy surfaces.

In cafes and restaurants, ask waiters for bottled still or sparkling water. Some places offer filtered water for free, while in Kyiv, for example, there are public well-rooms with artesian water where you can fill your bottle. While in the Carpathians you can drink water from specially equipped natural springs. Unfiltered tap water is intended for washing or other domestic use.

Smoking and drinking alcoholic drinks in public places is officially banned. Public places include transport, bus stops, underground crossings, cultural, sports and governmental establishments, playgrounds, and parks. 

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