Nah, it was exactly the same last time, can't get it freely over here. We exchanged it at the hotel (going to do the same this time, staying at the same one), all major hotels have bureaus and the exchange rate is similar to the ATM's
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Nah, it was exactly the same last time, can't get it freely over here. We exchanged it at the hotel (going to do the same this time, staying at the same one), all major hotels have bureaus and the exchange rate is similar to the ATM's
MillionMilesAway
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I've never been to an away Euro match, but am thinking about this one.
Is the Hotel Russ the Premier Hotel Russ just north of the stadium (the match is at the Olympic stadium, right?)
Is the Hotel Russ the Premier Hotel Russ just north of the stadium (the match is at the Olympic stadium, right?)
Bill
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It's not a million miles away.I've never been to an away Euro match, but am thinking about this one.
Is the Hotel Russ the Premier Hotel Russ just north of the stadium (the match is at the Olympic stadium, right?)
Eccles Blue
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I'm with Bill, for penance
Awww squirty, give old Bill a hug from me. I've not see him for ages. Wish I was going but hopefully see you all at Wembley.
And if you get the chance go to the Monastery of the caves, it is brilliant. When I was over there for the last match, I booked a guided tour expecting a bus tour etc. and found I had a limousine ride with a chauffeur and a guide on a one to one basis!! Went to about 4 different tourist venues in the 4 hours I had available, including the Monastery of the caves and the grounds around it. All for the equivalent of about £15! Fantastic day.
I am going Tuesday morning with the intention of getting to see something of the city's best attractions - otherwise I will end up tying one on!! I can do that anywhere/anytime.
I am on my jack, so if anyone is organising any trips - such as Eccles Blue (from Winton, Eccles myself) suggests it would be great if I could be counted in if numbers are required.
I am staying at the Hotel Ukraine.
I am on my jack, so if anyone is organising any trips - such as Eccles Blue (from Winton, Eccles myself) suggests it would be great if I could be counted in if numbers are required.
I am staying at the Hotel Ukraine.
if anyone is travelling alone im going on the 7.55 from LHR. i have one pass for the business lounge if anyone is travelling alone and fancies a early morning breakfast and a few free beers then give me a PM
Grant, I assume you mean on the Wednesday - I am on that flight on the Tuesday.
Bill
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if you are a memeber at city then yes you pay the same. you can't buy for friends though. always up for a beer with blue mooners. pm us nearer the time.flying out on tuesday from doncaster ,,,,,,,anyone fancy a beer in kiev before match(kiev supporter from england)anyone know what city will chrge my people for tickets in manchester?any chance we can pay what you lot pay
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Just been doing my planning for whilst I'm over there. Accuweather is predicting it will be raining the day of the game to make it feel like home, although highs of 2°C during the day and -4°C in the evening will be a bit cooler to what we've had this winter!
The pound has been struggling of late so we might have to pay as much as 76p a pint now.
I'd really recommend the Euro aways mate. They're the best bit about supporting City these days in my opinion. Danger is you get the buzz and all the sudden you're going to every one and its costing you a fortune. Some would say its a price worth paying though.
The match is at the Olympic Stadium yes, but by the sounds of it there's a lot of City fans in Hotel Ukraine so if you're wanting to tag along with others you might be better finding something around Independence square.
We're being charged £30 for the game at the Etihad so I'd expect you will be charged the same. Can you recommend a bar in Kiev (preferably fairly central)?
The pound has been struggling of late so we might have to pay as much as 76p a pint now.
I've never been to an away Euro match, but am thinking about this one.
Is the Hotel Russ the Premier Hotel Russ just north of the stadium (the match is at the Olympic stadium, right?)
I'd really recommend the Euro aways mate. They're the best bit about supporting City these days in my opinion. Danger is you get the buzz and all the sudden you're going to every one and its costing you a fortune. Some would say its a price worth paying though.
The match is at the Olympic Stadium yes, but by the sounds of it there's a lot of City fans in Hotel Ukraine so if you're wanting to tag along with others you might be better finding something around Independence square.
flying out on tuesday from doncaster ,,,,,,,anyone fancy a beer in kiev before match(kiev supporter from england)anyone know what city will chrge my people for tickets in manchester?any chance we can pay what you lot pay
We're being charged £30 for the game at the Etihad so I'd expect you will be charged the same. Can you recommend a bar in Kiev (preferably fairly central)?
MillionMilesAway
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I'd really recommend the Euro aways mate. They're the best bit about supporting City these days in my opinion. Danger is you get the buzz and all the sudden you're going to every one and its costing you a fortune. Some would say its a price worth paying though.
The match is at the Olympic Stadium yes, but by the sounds of it there's a lot of City fans in Hotel Ukraine so if you're wanting to tag along with others you might be better finding something around Independence square.
that's very helpful, thanks. I'll look into it.
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"Into the valley of death rode the 600"
Last time I looked the ticket office were selling row 9, 400-450 of us, so we might be a couple of company's short
Last time I looked the ticket office were selling row 9, 400-450 of us, so we might be a couple of company's short
Good look pal it's too cold here for me!!! Never mind Kiev !!!"Into the valley of death rode the 600"
Last time I looked the ticket office were selling row 9, 400-450 of us, so we might be a couple of company's short
Do Chelsea and Wembley instead !
didsburyblu
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Been out yesterday and bought myself some thermals just in case. Thinking of leaving the factor 50 at home for this one!
Bill
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You are all worrying too much about the cold. Yes it'll be "fresh" but won't be that bad. Wrap up for the game mind.
To anyone worried about landing without currency. There is an atm in arrivals hall, also most taxis will take, pounds, dollars and euros. I recent years I have never taken local currency ( except euros ) while traveling. Use atm you always get better exchange rate, even allowing for charges. Secret is to take biggest amount you think you'll need. No idea where £7 for a taxi comes from. I have mate married to a Ukrainian and he said book before you get there.He recommended this . marina.ukraine87@gmail.com will charge 20 USD
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To anyone worried about landing without currency. There is an atm in arrivals hall, also most taxis will take, pounds, dollars and euros. I recent years I have never taken local currency ( except euros ) while traveling. Use atm you always get better exchange rate, even allowing for charges. Secret is to take biggest amount you think you'll need. No idea where £7 for a taxi comes from. I have mate married to a Ukrainian and he said book before you get there.He recommended this . marina.ukraine87@gmail.com will charge 20 USD
A taxi to the centre of Kiev costs about 250 UAH. However, if you make a reservation in advance it may be cheaper....http://www.airportsineurope.com/airports/kiev-boryspil-airport/
According to xe.com today, 250 UAH is £6.50.....it does sound rather cheap tbh, perhaps too cheap!
Made the decision last week that I couldn't justify the cost of Chelsea and Kiev away on top of a trip to Wembley and I stuck to that - until this morning. So now I'm going to Chelsea, staying over Sunday night, out to Kiev from Gatwick on Monday, back Thursday then back down to Wembley on Sunday. WTF, all the times I've wished I could go places but couldn't because of work, money, kids whatever, now I've got the opportunity I'm taking it! Staying at the Hotel Rus with it being close to the stadium, look forward to meeting up with any Blues out there.
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Haha good lad!Made the decision last week that I couldn't justify the cost of Chelsea and Kiev away on top of a trip to Wembley and I stuck to that - until this morning. So now I'm going to Chelsea, staying over Sunday night, out to Kiev from Gatwick on Monday, back Thursday then back down to Wembley on Sunday. WTF, all the times I've wished I could go places but couldn't because of work, money, kids whatever, now I've got the opportunity I'm taking it! Staying at the Hotel Rus with it being close to the stadium, look forward to meeting up with any Blues out there.
I'd be doing the same if I hadn't just bought a house! I think there will be a surprising number of latecomers on this trip. People will get more and more enticed the longer it's on sale!