The United States is often referred to as the “greatest country on Earth.” While many Ukrainians want nothing else than to escape their country, plenty of Americans have set their sights on it. Today, we’re going to talk about what it’s really like living in Ukraine as an American. Whether they’ve come to Ukraine to start dating beautiful women, save money, or just a change of life…one question always remains.
“Why Ukraine?”
And to be honest, it’s an entirely fair question for somebody to ask!
The truth is that living in Ukraine offers benefits that most people don’t know exist.
Read on to find out what it’s really like living in one of the Easternmost parts of Europe as someone from the USA.
The Land of Opportunity…Or Not?
Here’s one thing nobody tells you about America: most people there are actually rather poor, with many who are “just getting by.”
I know, I know. It sounds crazy. How can this be?
The shocking reality is that the richest country in the world is great at keeping people poor. The simple reality is that the cost of living in the United States is one of the highest in the world.
Between paying for health insurance, rent, car insurance, cell phone, and bills and utilities, the average American might have almost no money left over to keep for themselves at the end of the month.
On top of that, you’ll be working from 9-5, 5 days a week, with 2 weeks of vacation a year if you’re lucky.
While people in the developing world may be making less money than people in America, many do not know how good they actually have it in terms of living in a normal society that has not yet been subverted.
Money, however, shouldn’t be a problem for any expat who wants to live in Ukraine long term.
The reality is, you’ll end up with loads of it.
Savings and Finances
Ukraine is incredibly cheap. With even a regular, kind of crappy salary, you can absolutely kill it in terms of your lifestyle, and even have money left over. This never ever happens in the United States.
If there is one thing we have hammered into the heads of our readers time and time again, it is that you can have a five-star lifestyle in Ukraine for a one-star price.
When I first arrived, I literally could not believe it.
I don’t care if you’re doing freelance graphic design, writing college papers for lazy American students, or living off a pension: you’re going to have access to an excellent quality of life when living in Ukraine as an American.
Best of all: just because Ukraine is cheap does not mean the quality is suffering whatsoever.
Hell, if you’re ballsy, you can even stay at 5-star hotels for less than $100 a night.
Even the fanciest restaurants in town will hardly run you more than $80 for two people for a three-course meal, and perhaps even a bottle of wine or two.
Here’s a “typical” meal out for me that will cost no more than $12.
Try getting those prices in the USA.
All in all, you should spend no more than $1,500 for a seriously luxurious quality of life in Ukraine each month.
But what should I do with all this extra money?
Most expats in Ukraine end up with a surplus of money. How crazy is that?
Let’s do the math. If it costs $1,500 to have a “baller” lifestyle in Ukraine each year, you’re spending $18,000 a year in total living expenses. This includes housing, transportation, food, cell phone, you name it.
Even if you’re barely making $35,000 you will have $17,000 of leftover money each year!
Let me repeat: you can go to Ukraine as an American and live a rich person’s lifestyle while hardly ever working, and still have some money left over to invest.
This money can be used to pay off student loans, invest in the stock market, or buy real estate. For the first time ever, the choice is yours.
Quality of Life When Living in Ukraine as an American
My quality of life in Ukraine is higher than anywhere else I have ever lived.
I live in a brand new, one-bedroom apartment in the center of town.
It’s not uncommon for me to go out to eat just as much as I cook at home.
Taxi’s cost less than $5 each, and can you bet I’m not riding the bus.
I will often dine out at the nicest restaurants in town. I spend my evenings at cocktail bars and spend my days working in coffee shops drinking gourmet lattes.
All of this costs me a little less than $1,500 a month.
In the United States, it would cost at least $3,000 a month, probably more like $4,000.
One thing that many Ukrainians do not seem to realize about their country is that their women are a national treasure.
It is common for American girls to start having sex when they are as young as 13. By the time they are married, they may have slept with as many as 50 different men.
In some cases, the number can be as high as 100. That’s 100 different men an American girl has slept with before she turns 25.
This is not uncommon at all in the United States.
Imagine…the mother of your children has slept with 99 different men. Then, she finally chooses to have one or two kids with you (if they’re even really yours).
Even a prostitute in Ukraine may not have slept with 100 men in her life. American women, on the other hand, will give it away for free…but only to a few men.
But wait, isn’t that a good thing for me?
Listen, we all know that the most attractive women are only letting the top 20% of men sleep with them.
If you’re not an athlete, a business executive, a bar owner, a DJ, or just extremely good looking (like me), then you stand no chance with most of the American girls you actually want to have fun with.
We all know a guy like this, and he’s probably keeping most of the girls for himself. Who can blame him?
But you know what? Let him have all the American girls.
On top of this, let’s talk about how American women present themselves versus women in Ukraine.
Picture how the normal American girl dresses. See her on an average day, and she’ll be wearing athletic shorts, a hoodie, and a ratty pair of sneakers. Her hair will not be done. She will look (and act) like she’s just rolled out of bed.
Let’s compare that to an average-looking Ukrainian girl.
Here, you have impeccable style, finely done hair and carefully applied makeup. All the normal things that quality girls do.
The differences are shocking. Let’s not forget that 50% of women under the age of 25 in the United States are overweight.
Obesity is literally an epidemic in the United States.
This is not to bash everyone who struggles with maintaining their weight, but, let’s be honest. Most men do not want to date a girl who has 25, if not 50 pounds to lose.
Luckily, Western men are free to visit countries like Ukraine, and can marvel at how much of normal body mass and size are supposed to look.
Conclusion: Living in Ukraine as an American is Excellent!
Living in Ukraine is not without it’s faults.
But let’s not forget that there are just as many (if not way more) with living in the United States.
Personally, I would rather not live in a country that is mostly full of fat people, promiscuous girls who don’t try to look good, and prices that prevent most average people from ever truly becoming rich.
It is almost like, by living in America, they want you to fail.
Instead, I live in a country that, while there are some overweight people, most people look rather normal in size.
Ukraine is a country where it is possible for the average guy to save over 70% of his income, investing it in the process and becoming far wealthier than ever before.
Living in Ukraine as an American has made a life that I never could have imagined possible.
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At Expat Ukraine, we’re huge fans of the country of Georgia. We know, we know, you’re probably thinking: “Isn’t this a blog about Ukraine?!” The truth is that trips to Georgia are very much a part of Ukrainian customs. The relationship between these two nations is centuries old. We’re big fans of Georgia and, of course, dating Georgian women. In today’s recently updated 2025 guide to Georgian girls, we’re going to tell all about what it’s like to meet women in one of the most exotic nations in Eastern Europe!
Popular folklore often discusses how Georgian men would travel to Ukraine to find wives (surprise, surprise). Georgian restaurants are everywhere in Kyiv. It’s the dream of many Ukrainians to visit Georgia, and has become a home of many since the 2022 war began.
While Georgia is known for its food, wine, and natural scenery, today we’re going to talk about one of Georgia’s lesser-known offerings: its ladies.
Ever wondered what women from one of the former Soviet Union’s most mysterious republics are like? Let me give you a hint…they may be the country’s most carefully guarded resource!
Georgian Women: The Hidden Treasure of the Caucuses
While everyone seems to talk about the beauty of Ukrainian women, Georgian women are hardly ever mentioned.
This generally has to do with Georgia being a much smaller, less popular nation. Most people in America don’t even know that Georgia is a country and not just a state!
For better or for worse, Ukraine has been in the headlines for the past 10 years. Whether it is the 2022 Russo-Ukrainian war, Russia expanding its influence, or the amount of funding the US is giving the country now, the world seems to have its eyes on Ukraine.
Georgia? Not so much. Aside from a short-lived war with Russia, Georgia hardly ever crosses the mind of most Westerners. Georgia gained its independence from the Soviet Union in 1991, facing numerous socio-political challenges post-independence, including internal conflicts and the struggle for human rights and gender equality.
Country Info: Western Asia & Gender Equality?
Georgia is nestled in what is known as the Caucus region of the world, situated between Western Asia and Eastern Europe. This is an area that is at the meeting point of Europe and Central Asia. In total, the country is home to barely 3 million people, most of whom live in the capital city of Tbilisi. If you’re visiting, I suggest you go here. You can visit other cities like Kutaisi, Batumi or Svaneti, but Tbilisi is really where you want to go to meet Georgian women.
Think: the Middle East to the south and Russia to the north. I know, I know, it can be hard to imagine. And, from a foreign relations perspective, there’s not much in terms of protection!
As a result, Georgia itself is very much a mix of different customs. It shares borders with Russia, Armenia, Turkey, and Azerbaijan and feels like a combination of each of them.
Georgia is like if Ukraine had a baby with Iran, which was then raised in a Russian household but grew up loving America.
You get the idea.
Culturally, people are typically strict Orthodox Christians. Unlike Ukraine, 82% of the population is said to be actively involved in the Orthodox Church.
While tradition may be relatively strong in the country…this won’t necessarily hardly hinder your efforts with Georgian women.
Are Georgian Girls Conservative?
Yes and no.
Oftentimes, it takes spending some serious time on the ground to understand what Georgian women are actually like. Granted, most internet dating gurus have never actually been there, let alone lived there.
Unlike Ukraine, Georgia has something of a desire to be Western. This directly conflicts with the otherwise traditional Christian values that Georgian families tend to hold onto.
On my first trip, I visited in November and stayed for a year or so. During that timeframe, I met countless men adamant about protecting their nation’s values. Yet, it seemed to me that the average citizen cared far more about being European (and having European military protection from Russia) than staying on the same page as their countrymen.
Herein lies Georgia’s great dichotomy. Respect for elders and men is a significant part of Georgian society.
Domestic Violence?
As a quick aside, Georgia does rank low on gender equality indexes that discuss things like domestic violence.
While there is a fair bit of negative press on this issue, I’ll just say that I’ve never seen or heard of any domestic violence taking place in my circles in Georgia. Further, if you really dive into the data, the vast majority of this takes place in small towns outside of the capital. It’s not something to worry about.
Are Georgian Girls Prudish?
There is a stereotype that Georgian girls are prudish, and visiting Georgia will lead you nowhere if you’re looking for a good time. Some will say that it is impossible to hook up and that long-term relationships with Georgian girls are just that…long term.
Georgia, particularly the capital city of Tbilisi, is currently experiencing a sexual revolution of sorts. Traditional roles and values regarding women have been influenced by historical changes in society, including the legacy of the Soviet regime. While Georgia was once the most repressive country in the region for women, globalization is starting to change that.
Since 2009, the United States has proued $3.37 billion into the country as part of the US-Georgian Strategic Partnership Charter. In addition, George Soros spent $42 million to fund “pro-democracy” student groups during the 2003 Rose Revolution.
Groups like this often claim to support “human rights” and promote “inclusion and diversity.”
In reality, it’s a different story. They support feminism and Western standards for gender relations, which often leads to sexual promiscuity. These are all things that directly conflict with Georgia’s traditional values.
Hell, there is even a gigantic gay nightclub in the middle of the city.
In short, Georgia’s youth culture is sadly starting to be a lot less “traditional” than ever before. They’ve lost respect for the country’s religious norms, and the youth are at odds with the rest of the population. They desperately wish to be European.
But what does that mean for you?
What This Means For You
Okay, now I hope I didn’t turn you off with that last assessment. Georgian girls still make very good wives, even when compared with Russians.
Understanding the state of affairs in the country is important if you’re considering what it may be like to live there and date a local.
These larger social trends mean that, for better or for worse, hookup culture is generally on the rise in a place like Georgia. Organizations like UN Women provide substantial support for addressing women’s priorities and needs, especially for marginalized groups, and emphasize the importance of building institutional capacities to combat violence against women and promote gender equality.
Going to Georgia and creating a meaningful relationship with a local woman is possible. That being said, the larger, socially conservative social trends that currently exist there make it such that serious, long-term relationships are the norm where marriage is generally expected to take place. Long-term, serious couples often meet through friends, though using dating applications is becoming all the more popular in 2025.
In short, no “one” single stereotype fits Georgia. Some girls are highly traditional and want long-term relationships, and the more liberal types are down for short-term flings. You don’t have to devote too much time to getting laid in Georgia or getting responses to your DMs that you send to girls in the Caucasus.
The first and potentially most important question you’re asking yourself is, what do Georgian girls look like?
The simple answer to this is that they are like exotic Ukrainian girls. While they share similar facial features and body types to Slavic women, they have darker hair, darker skin, and a more curvy body type. They’re average height, roughly 5’5″, and have somewhat of a modest, subdued appearance that everyone who visits will learn to love.
Honestly, they’re gorgeous. Walk around any university in Georgia, and you’ll be turning your head constantly. You’ll find active, beautiful girls willing to get on the same page as you that you wouldn’t mind bringing home to your mother.
Dress-wise, Georgian girls are slightly less traditionally feminine than Ukrainian or Russian girls. There is a bit of a bohemian vibe to Tbilisi, where girls tend to have more of a “hipster” style of dress. These girls tend to like art, visit art museums, and hold an opinion on global issues, fashion, and music. They’re far less “plastic” than most Slavic populations.
Like it or not, this is how it is. Personally, I don’t mind it one bit. Many women from other countries consider Georgians to be unfeminine, but I tend to think that a little variety is the spice of life, and this always varies from person to person.
Devote some time to Georgia and its women, and you’ll see why so many men have chosen to travel there, build bustling social lives, and continue to spend their years in the nation.
Mentality of Georgian Girls
For a place that is so far away from the United States, Georgia has much in common with the West when it comes to everyday dealings with others. If you were to compare the average Georgian girl to Russians, you’ll likely find less commonalities with them and more with Westerners.
English levels among young people are sky-high, and I’d estimate that over 90% of the girls you meet in Tbilisi will be able to speak a near-fluent level of English. This means that conversing can be a breeze.
Sarcasm, subtle negs, and making jokes are often appreciated far more in Georgia than in Ukraine.
Many women in Tbilisi aspire to get degrees, enter the workforce, go out and party, and maybe meet a nice guy along the way. Friendships play a crucial role in their lives, with friends actively participating in each other’s lives and celebrations.
For a foreigner, this can be good or bad, depending on what you are searching for.
Culture and Tradition – Georgian Girls
While it may be possible for you to take a trip to Tbilisi and begin meeting plenty of nice Georgian ladies…a relationship is another topic.
Remember this: Georgian girls generally are not allowed to have boyfriends.
You are either married…or you’re not. While some “progressive” forward-thinking families are in the nation, this is generally an understood fact.
One thing you have to understand about Georgia is that it is expected for a girl’s family to limit her behavior generally. It’s interesting to note that this is how much of the globe operated in years past, and Georgia is one of the final holdouts in which these traditions still remain.
Her family works to ensure that she’s not losing her dignity, thereby bringing shame to her family. The majority of Georgian families have a strong belief that women are to remain virgins until marriage. There are ongoing efforts to promote gender equality and combat domestic violence in Georgia, with organizations like UN Women providing resources and advocating for legislative changes.
Whether or not they will, however, is another story entirely.
The Patroni System
While many Georgians will play dumb when asked by foreigners, gender relations are generally still ruled by the “patroni” system. A patroni is a Georgian term for a male guardian; generally, every woman is appointed by her family.
This can be a brother, a cousin, or perhaps her own father. In any case, it is believed that the patrons are responsible for watching over their female relatives.
If she’s caught, it’s her who has to deal with the repercussions, not you. Every few years, there’s always some hilarious story about what happens when a group of English teachers ends up in Georgia, and one gets into hot water for sleeping with a local.
If you’re going to have any type of relationship with a Georgian woman as a foreigner, you can pretty much guarantee she’s going to have to fabricate a few lies about who she’s hanging out with most of the time.
But don’t let that stop you. I’ve never heard of this happening since my first visit in November.
So, What’s The Deal With Georgian Girls?
While you may be dreaming of jumping on a plane and flying into Tbilisi tomorrow (I highly suggest you do when you have the chance), it can sometimes be helpful to think before doing so.
There are plenty of great places to meet women. Georgia is attractive because of its traditional nature, beautiful women, and hospitable customs. Additionally, it’s important to note the national context of women’s political participation, where women represent only 11 percent of parliamentarians in both national and local governments. This highlights ongoing challenges related to gender equality. However, this is more of a passing fact than a legitimate concern.
But keep in mind that most girls are going to be very relationship-minded, embracing the importance of living a meaningful life and prioritizing what truly matters, as opposed to being the types looking for one-night stands.
No matter where you are, you can take steps to start meeting beautiful Georgian girls using online dating applications. International Cupid is a great site to expand your horizons ever so slightly. While their parent company is most popular for its Ukraine Date application, another app we are very fond of, loads of girls use the app from all across the former Soviet Union.
We hope you enjoyed reading our comprehensive guide on Georgian women.
Whenever I first decided to begin living in Ukraine as a foreigner, it seemed as if everyone I knew had just one question, “Why Ukraine?” Aside from the fact that living in Ukraine allows you to start meeting beautiful Ukrainian women, I understand why people were so surprised.
Make no mistake, this is a fair question. When the news media in most Western nations seems to only have bad things to say about a particular country…it can be easy to have a negative impression about it.
To date, I have now been living in Ukraine for over 3 years. In that time I’ve had plenty of ups and downs, but I would not trade my experiences for the world.
I can honestly say that living in Ukraine as a foreigner has been one of the best decisions I have ever made.
So…what is the shocking truth about living in Ukraine as a Foreigner?
Read on to find out.
Ukraine is Incredibly Cheap For Foreigners
The first thing that any foreigner will notice while living in Ukraine is just how cheap it is.
As we’ve mentioned before, Lviv is among one of the cheapest cities in the world, just two steps above Bangalore, India. Paying such a small amount to live in gorgeous, European capital is simply absurd.
Even Kiev, the most “expensive” city in the country, is ranked at 329 out of 375 cities on earth.
All in all, your total spend for an upper-middle class lifestyle is going to be no more than $1,500.
If that’s not a good value, I don’t know what is.
High Quality of Life While Living in Ukraine as a Foreigner
Because Ukraine is so cheap, even a small, internet-based salary can afford a person access to top-tier luxuries in the country.
For example, a membership at a “health-spa” styled gym will run about $50 a month. Uber in Ukraine is among the cheapest in the world, with rides ranging from $2-$5 generally. Meals out can range between $4-$20 depending on how nice of a restaurant you like to dine at. Above all else, newly renovated apartments can rent for less than $500 a month.
We covered the exact budget that you can expect to spend in Ukraine in this post.
Remember this: low prices in Ukraine give you access to the highest quality amenities that the country has to offer. While the majority of the population may be living in relative poverty, access to a reasonable salary paid in US dollars immediately puts you in the top 10% of income earners in the country.
In general, you can expect your salary to go four times farther in Ukraine.
For example, a $25,000 a year salary in Ukraine will give you access to a $100,000 a month lifestyle in the United States, U.K., etc.
Let’s say that someone spends $1,500 a month for a “baller” lifestyle in Ukraine on a $25,000 yearly salary. That leaves an extra $7,000 to do whatever you want with.
I know numerous people that have begun investing this extra money into the stock market, paid off their student debts, or started businesses with the money they save living in Ukraine.
That, my friends, is how your financial life can truly start to change as a result of living in Ukraine. You may leave a shabby expat, but if you play your cards right, you should reemerge as a person of means.
It Is Corrupt…But Who Really Cares?
There is no denying the political situation in Ukraine is extremely corrupt.
Let me ask you a question: when was the last time that politics directly impacted your life?
Think about it…
One of the best things that living in Ukraine as a foreigner has revealed to me is that the state of a country’s politics generally have 0 bearing on my everyday life.
I remember when, not too long ago, Americans thought that the election of Donald Trump was going to fundamentally change the country.
…and what has happened? Almost nothing.
This begs the question of just how much Ukraine’s corrupt political system will impact your life as a foreigner. I can safely say that, for the average expat, there is literally nothing to worry about here. Will Zelenskiy’s failure as a negotiator make the price of your $1 latte going up? Did Yanukovych’s embezzling of funds from taxpayers increase the price of your rent?
Nope, nah, and no. This is all fear-based propaganda.
Granted, there are a few exceptions. I do not use Ukrainian banks as they are notoriously untrustworthy. I do not own any property in the country (yet), and generally avoid making business deals involving large transfers of funds inside of Ukraine.
Instead, I use a fantastic online bank that charges me 0% commissions for foreign transactions. I pay $500 a month for a luxurious, city center apartment and I work on the internet.
Problem solved.
Slavic Culture Conquers All
One of my personal favorite parts about living in Ukraine is that you are generally cut away from the superficial parts of American culture.
In my three years of living in the country, I did not hear one song by degenerate rappers like Cardi B. I was not bombarded with advertisements for overpriced American consumer products. I don’t hear the same 10 American pop songs on the radio everyday.
To me, this is refreshing. While Ukraine does have their own pop music and slightly annoying advertising (that I don’t understand), I find all of these to be far less offensive than in the United States.
In fact, it was only on a recent trip to Serbia that I realized just how cut off Ukraine is from all of these things. Many countries in Eastern Europe have something of an affinity for American culture. Ukraine, however, is not one of them.
Personally, I like having the option of consuming type of media I want. If I want to watch South Park, I’ll throw on Netflix and binge for an afternoon. Do I want to hear everyone talking about Game of Thrones non-stop?
Hell no.
Ukraine is very much outside of the Western sphere of influence in regards to culture. For a foreigner living in Ukraine, this is going to be one of the most obvious differences between life at home and your life in Eastern Europe.
The Girls Are Unbelievably Attractive
Do I even need to say it?
Girls in Ukraine are simply gorgeous. While of course, not every single girl you see walking down the street is going to be a knockout, there is generally just a much higher number of attractive women in Ukraine than most other countries. Let’s talk about why this is…
First off, you have to take into account genetics. Slavic women generally fit Western standards of beauty, with Ukrainian women being more genetically prone to having fair skin, soft facial features, elongated legs, and an average stature. Most guys from the West tend to see these as positive traits.
This already puts Ukrainian women miles above other ethnic groups by virtue of birth alone.
Second, Ukraine is a rather “traditional” country in which women are still encouraged by their parents, peer groups and society and large to wear dresses, high heels, and maximize their femininity. There are exceptions to every rule, and yet this is generally the way things are in Ukraine.
You could best compare it to the United States in the 1950s in regards to how it treats gender differences. There was never a “sexual revolution” in which women were encouraged to begin acting like men, cut their hair short and put on extra weight because “I’m perfect just the way I am.”
It just doesn’t work that way in Ukraine.
Just as men understand that their value is tied to the work they can do and what they can provide in terms of fun, finance, and stability, women realize that their beauty is something to be nourished and not scorned.
The Truth About Living in Ukraine as a Foreigner
The truth about living in Ukraine is that it is awesome.
Living in Ukraine as a foreigner allows me to get more out of life, specifically in regards to money, women and overall quality.
I live a luxurious lifestyle for a fraction of the cost of what it would be in the United States. Beyond this, I can save and invest the remainder of my salary, something that has quickly allowed my net worth to rise far above that of my peer group. To top it all off, I have access to the world’s most beautiful women. What’s not to love?
Granted, living in Ukraine is certainly not for everyone, but if you’re the type of person who is reading this website, then I am going to guess that you’re not everyone…and that’s a good thing.
Give It A Shot
Obviously, not everyone who reads this is going to buy a plane ticket and head off to Eastern Europe right away, and for good reason.
Personally, I believe you should “dip your toes in the water” before diving in, and there are a few particular dating apps that are great for doing just this. Using a dating app will allow you to get a glimpse of all the gorgeous Ukrainian girls you want, before ever setting foot in the country.
In the dating world, we call this “pipelining,” as you’re setting up potential dates before you even arrive. If you want to get a glimpse of what living in Ukraine as a foreigner is like, I suggest you sign up for a free account at Ukraine Date today.
Lviv is not exactly the first place that most people plan to visit when they go to Ukraine. With Kiev as the country’s capital and Odessa being a beachfront paradise, Lviv is often forgotten about…even though Lviv is home to some of the best girls in Ukraine. Ever wondered what the women are like in a second-tier, Ukrainian city? Read on to find out!
Mentality of Lviv Girls
There’s no denying that girls in Lviv are just a little bit different than the rest of Ukraine, and that can be a good thing.
Ukrainian girls are notorious for being somewhat cold and slightly standoffish at the beginning of an interaction. When you first meet a Ukrainian girl, you may end up standing there, asking her basic “getting to know you questions,” and being met with simple, one word responses.
Most guys get tripped up at this phase, because they think this means she is uninterested.
In most of the Western world, this is a clear indicator that it is time to move on.
In Ukraine, however, this is normal. If a girl is still listening to you, it’s becauseshe wants you to keep talking.
Luckily for you, in Lviv, girls are much warmer from the start.
Lviv is often compared to being more similar to Poland than rest of Ukraine. Girls in Lviv are often times immediately more receptive to talking, responding…and just acting a bit more you would expect a “normal” girl to act.
This does NOT mean they are “easier,” but it does mean that on average, Lviv girls are probably a little more likely to be receptive, talkative, and engaged than the typical Ukrainian girl.
There’s a common perception that girls from Lviv are highly conservative, and often reluctant to “hook up.” Speaking from experience, I can tell you that like most of the world, there are plenty of opportunities for both casual flings and serious relationships alike.
Lviv has an extensive student population, with over 20,000 students studying in the town each year. While there are plenty of traditional girls attending church on Sunday morning with their families in Lviv, there are also loads of college girls out drinking every Saturday night.
To put it simply: your options are plentiful in Lviv.
For a guy coming from the West, Lviv is a great place to get started.
Lviv Girls: Style
While also somewhat different in mentality, girls in Lviv tend to have a bit more of a “bohemian” sense of style than girls in other parts of Ukraine.
While you might be expecting to see a lot of this…
You will actually see a bit more of this…
If I had to describe Lviv in one way, it would be “hipster chic.”
One of the main things to keep in mind is that girls do not wear high heels nearly as often in Lviv as they do in the rest of the country, as the streets are mostly made of cobblestone.
I know, this is heartbreaking, but a girl can break her ankle very easily if her heel gets stuck in between the cracks in the street.
But hey, whatever. While they may dress slightly differently, girls in Lviv are just as thin, feminine and beautiful as the rest of the country.
Where To Stay in Lviv
Between Kiev, Odessa and Lviv, Lviv is definitely the cheapest city out of the three.
This means that there are some really amazing hotels you can stay in on a short trip. For the price of a standard AirBnb in any other part of the world, you can literally stay in a five-star hotel in Lviv. It’s just insane.
Here are our hotel suggestions:
Grand Hotel Lviv: The very best hotel in the city. Paris Hilton’s husband’s family owns it. True luxury for less than $100 a night.
Citadel Inn: If you can get past the fact that it was once used as a prison camp in WWII (typical Ukraine), then you will love it. Has one of the best restaurants in the city inside as well.
Leopolis Hotel: Another great choice. Less than 100 meters from Rynok Square, and with a world-class spa inside.
At each of these hotels, you will have no problem whatsoever bringing a “guest’ back to your room if you’re lucky enough!
If you’re on a budget, AirBnb is the way to go. You can stay in a premium apartment on Rynok Square for less than $15 a night. Book your AirBnb through our link, and you can get $30 off your first stay.
If you plan to go to Lviv, here’s a few quick date ideas to get you started on the ground.
High Castle, the site of a former castle in Lviv. While little remains of the structure, it offers a panoramic overview of the city. Be ready to walk!
City Hall, situated in Rynok Square, you can climb to the top of city hall through an old, rickety staircase for another amazing view of the city. While it sounds tedious, it’s really a lot of fun.
Stryisky Park, girls in Ukraine love walking. If you’re looking for a nice little place to stroll around outside of the city center, go here.
Svit Kavy, the best coffeeshop in Lviv. Perfect for a quick “getting to know you” type of date.
Wine Room, a perfect stop off for a drink. While it is literally just a small room, the atmosphere is perfect for a date.
How To Meet Girls in Lviv
Approaching girls in person is always a good idea. It helps to build character and shows that you’re confident enough to start a conversation. As a foreigner in Ukraine, you have the ability to walk up to any pretty girl that you see and ask “Do you speak English?” as a perfect opener.
If she replies with a “Yes,” you can proceed to ask where a particular street, hotel, or monument is. This is perhaps the easiest conversation hack that you can use anywhere, at any time to meet a new girl.
That being said, this is not always possible, especially if you have not yet arrived in Ukraine. There are, however, dating apps that let you check out some of the girls in the country before ever setting foot in Lviv.
While we certainly think it’s important to get on the ground in Lviv, head out in the town and socialize with the girls, you can also get started from the comfort of your own home on Ukraine Date today.
Girls from every city in Ukraine are using the app, including Lviv. You will also find girls from all of the second-tier cities, such as Ivano-Frankivsk, Kalush, Chernitvsti, and many of the country’s other, lesser-explored towns.
Even if you’re just curious about the girls in Ukraine, I suggest you sign up for an account on Ukraine Date just to get an idea of what you’re dealing with.
Many people will often say that one of the most challenging things that a foreigner has to do while living in Ukraine is to rent an apartment. It’s true. Between dealing with websites in Russian, greedy apartment agents, and making sure you’re not getting ripped off, it can be quite the task! Plus, when you’re trying to meet a beautiful Ukrainian woman, it pays to have a cozy place to bring her back to.
Fortunately, we’ve been through the process many times, and this guide can help you rent the apartment of your dreams in Ukraine.
Let’s get started!
Renting in Ukraine: How Cheap Are Apartments?
One of the best parts about living in Ukraine as an expat is that you can often rent an amazing apartment for a fraction of what you would have to pay at home. If there’s any, one thing that we stress on this website time and time again, it is this…
Renting apartment in Ukraine is (mostly) cheap.
…and there is an abundance of inexpensive, luxurious apartments to rent in Ukraine.
On average, you should pay no more than $500 a month for a long term (more than 3 months) rental of an apartment in Ukraine.
Realistically, you should be able to get one for much less if you’re willing to live in a studio…but who wants to do that?
You could possibly pay $600 or $700, but only if you are staying in a truly luxurious pad. I generally just tell people not to pay these prices, because more often than not, they’re getting ripped off.
The one exception to this is Kiev, where apartments have become extraordinarily expensive compared to the rest of the country.
In Kiev, you’d be hard-pressed to find a genuinely nice place in the city center for less than $750 per month. It certainly hasn’t always been this way, and this is often why we suggest not immediately thinking the capital is the best part of the country.
Communism Meant Free Apartments For The Soviets
During Soviet times, most Ukrainians were literally given a Khrushchyovka, or communal apartment. In fact, if you continued to apply and were lucky, you could even end up with multiple apartments.
Ahhh, yes…the joys of Communism!
Many Ukrainian people rent inherited apartments out as a large portion of their income. It’s not uncommon to meet young ladies who technically “own” an apartment. But, most have certainly not done this by their own merit. Instead, they’ve simply inherited their grandmother’s pad.
Many of these places end up being renovated to a European standard and honestly being quite lovely. Considering construction work will cost 1/4th of what it would in the United States, it’s a no brainer to modernize an inherited apartment.
As such, most Ukrainians would be thrilled to host a foreigner with a stable income source who can pay them in US dollars each month. Plus, you can expect them to try to squeeze you for an extra $100 or so over what they would charge a local person.
Sure, you can barter with them. But, at some point, I’m seriously not going to try to nickel and dime a poor person in Ukraine.
But, in my younger years as an expat, you can bet that either me (or one of my girlfriends) would never let a Ukrainian landlord charge us a dime over what a local would pay.
Unfortunately, the process of finding an apartment can be more complicated than many foreigners are used to.
Ukrainian Apartment Agents
In Ukraine, there is an entire industry of people who serve as “apartment agents.”
Their one, and only job, is to find people who want to rent apartments, and people who own properties. They merely as a middle man between renters and home owners.
For some reason, most Ukrainian property owners have not figured out that they can just do this themselves using classifieds online.
Agents usually charge 50% of one month’s as a finders fee.
In Ukraine, this is some serious money. For a lease that is $500 a month, that means you’re paying $250 up front!
We call this “foreigner tax,” as they know you are probably making plenty more than the $600 monthly wage that most Ukrainians are earning.
Of course, we suggest avoiding using an agent if at all possible. If you plan to sign a year lease, perhaps this fee does not matter to you. Personally, I cannot stand being ripped off. It’s hard to get me to part with my hard-earned cash.
My first apartment in Ukraine was $600 a month. It sure was nice. But, I could have gotten a place in the United States for that much.
Of course, I found it on AirBnb. This brings us to our first question…
Should I Use AirBnb to Rent in Ukraine?
AirBnb is essentially the Uber of apartment rentals. You can pick up a fully furnished home anywhere in the world through the service for prices that are less than half of a hotel.
I’ve used it plenty of times, and still do today when traveling. And, protection from scams is always a nice bonus.
AirBnb is your best choice for a short stay in Ukraine. Nothing beats paying between $15-$60 a night for a nice apartment for a week-long trip. While hotels in Ukraine are cheap, AirBnb is still the most budget friendly option.
For more than one month, however, AirBnb can be a huge ripoff. After all, you didn’t travel thousands of miles from home to pay Western prices for an apartment.
For a longer stay, you have to do things a little bit differently.
Feel free to try to negotiate the rate via the “chat” option on the website, and be sure to vaguely mention that you may be interested in extending your stay after you arrive.
Here’s a good example of how to do this:
Once you are on the ground and settled into your new pad, you can then offer to start paying them a monthly rate in US dollars that is even lower than the price you have agreed upon.
While you can do this via the chat option on the AirBnb website, this is technically against the AirBnb Terms of Service. To be safe, simply explain to your AirBnb host, in person, that you wish to extend your stay.
Chances are, they will be receptive.
A monthly fee paid in cash is a better deal for both the owner of the apartment and the consumer. AirBnb keeps a huge percentage of their earnings. Plus, money paid via the internet is likely to be subject to taxes. These expenses get passed onto you.
In short: AirBnb is a great resource for getting introduced to landlords while abroad.
Rent Apartment in Ukraine: Resources
I do not suggest attempting to use any Ukrainian classified websites without the help of a local.
Once you’re ready to step into the “wild west” of Ukrainian commerce, OLX is the most popular classifieds site in the entire country.
Your mileage may vary here. There are countless greedy agents, ripoffs, and “bait and switch schemes” on these websites. Fortunately, there are plenty of great deals there as well.
Another idea is to utilize the many expat-centric Facebook groups in Ukraine. You can leave posts in these groups that state the type of apartment you are seeking, as well as your budget.
Here’s a few of Ukraine’s most popular expat communities:
In the end…an AirBnb host is generally far more trustworthy than anyone else you will meet online, as if they attempt to scam you, you can simply report them to AirBnb. They know this, and so do you. It’s an unspoken virtue when trying to rent an apartment in Ukraine.
You shouldn’t have to use AirBnb for long, though. If you fail to negotiate a reasonable deal with your host, you can bet that a cute Ukrainian girl will be your best asset when looking for an apartment.
The Girls Will Help You Rent
In the end, the key to getting a nice apartment for a low price is meeting a nice Ukrainian girl to help you out.
Most Ukrainian girls would be happy to help you get set up in their home city. They know it’s a good way to keep you around. Plus, most Ukrainian girls live with their parents and would jump at the opportunity to be able to spend time with a guy they like in the privacy of their own home.
It also gives you a good excuse to get you her to come over, especially if she’s helping you “break-in” the new apartment you found together.
I’ll leave it at that. Happy apartment hunting!
PS: The best way to start meeting and chatting with Ukrainian girls today is by using Ukraine Date. I suggest you head on over to their website and see for yourself, I promise you won’t be disappointed!
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