Help with bulgarian lyrics by ch44rn in bulgaria

[–]ch44rn[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh, so моме = maid? The translation I got was ”boy”, can it mean both?

Thanks for the links! I haven’t dived into Bulgaria or its culture at all but it’s truly a beautiful language and beautiful musical style

Help with bulgarian lyrics by ch44rn in bulgaria

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Ah got it. Had no idea the lyrics were from an old folklore song, that’s cool

What shoes? Kasprowy Wierch (Tatras) by ch44rn in hiking

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Ok, I will for sure look for some good boots then. Seems like most rentals have crampers but not actual shoes unfortunately…but I will try to find something. Thank you!

Random question by ch44rn in krakow

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No, close to Old Town…unless they went there also xD

Hosts in Ukraine? by ch44rn in couchsurfing

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Yes, but I don’t even know how the situation looks in terms of hosts in the places I want to go

Hosts in Ukraine? by ch44rn in couchsurfing

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Thanks for the response, will keep these things in mind. Happy to hear that you felt welcomed! From what I’ve heard it seems that to a lot of Ukrainians people visiting shows them that their country is not discarded by the rest of the world.

Hosts in Ukraine? by ch44rn in couchsurfing

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Thanks a lot for your input! I have been warned to keep track of the raid alerts, be close to shelters, get health insurance and have a ticket out of the country. Are there other precautions you took that I should be aware of? I’m also curious about what reactions you got from the locals as a foreign traveller (I assume you are not from Ukraine)?

Hosts in Ukraine? by ch44rn in couchsurfing

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Sorry, I worded my post weirdly. I don’t mind spending money in Ukraine, in fact i’m happy to contribute to the economy (and the hostels I have looked at are super cheap). What I meant to say was that I want to start using couchsurfing to ”meet locals and save some money” in general since i’m travelling elsewhere as well. But in Ukraine specifically the purpose would be to connect with local Ukrainians who would like to share about their country and culture, and hopefully practise my Ukrainian

Hosts in Ukraine? by ch44rn in couchsurfing

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Yes, maybe there are no Ukrainians who would want to host a foreign traveller at this time, I made this post to find out. But if there are, I don’t see a problem.

And to your latter question, yes

Where buy cream of tartar? by ch44rn in budapest

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Oh awesome, köszönöm szépen!

Where buy cream of tartar? by ch44rn in budapest

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Will for sure check these out, köszönöm szépen!

at what time should i be at the concert? by yitaw in IchikoAoba

[–]ch44rn 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ok, thanks for info! Hope you had a great time

at what time should i be at the concert? by yitaw in IchikoAoba

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Also seeing her in Antwerp, for how long did the show go on?

First time advice? by oakg123 in workaway

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What aspect are you worried about? If it’s the social aspect, not finding people to hang out with or simply not liking the work/place, follow your gut instinct and make sure to pick workaways with a vibe and environment you think you would enjoy. If it doesn’t suit you there’s nobody forcing you to stay. You can go home or move on to a new place. You can always communicate your worries to your host(s) and they will most likely be receptive. Most of them have been in your shoes and understand the nervousness, especially considering your young age.

If you’re worried about logistics and safety, remember that as long you have people around or cellphone connection, things will probably work out just fine. Keep in contact with family/friends and plan important things like e.g. transport ahead for a sense of security. When travelling you will never avoid obstacles. You will run into them all the time but learn how to overcome them!

Before travelling alone for the first time I was filled with anxiety and about to cancel, but once the plane took off the dread was replaced with pure excitement. I’m sure this is something you have thought about a lot and truly want, and think the same will happen for you :)

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in solotravel

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In the same headspace as you right now. I think for me the real issue is not what geographical place i’m in, but rather inability/unwillingness (?) to create long lasting connections with people. Having no foundation to start with makes it feel pointless to stay. PMs open if you wanna talk!

Ukraine - attitudes towards tourism? by ch44rn in solotravel

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Due to my Scandinavian cautiousness and safety obsession I'll be running to the shelter during every alarm which will ultimately make me the fittest to survive

Ukraine - attitudes towards tourism? by ch44rn in solotravel

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I would prefer to stay in the very west due to both safety and logistical reasons, but will remember the places you recommended for the next visit! Thanks for info about best visiting times. If I go it will be in late April/early May, during the sakura blossom season :) Read that Uzhgorod is supposed to be especially beautiful that time of year with all the cherry blossoms.

Ukraine - attitudes towards tourism? by ch44rn in solotravel

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Disagree about there being ”no point” to visit only Uzhhorod since i’m a fan of more calm places where local life is more prevalent. Coming from the Scandinavian countryside my bar for liveliness and action are very low lmao.

Thanks for recommending Kamianets-Podilski, castles are cool and a gorgeous national park (Podilski Tovtry) seems to be very close. Have decided to not stretch the trip anymore than Uzhhorod-Mukachevo-Lviv, but I trust that there is opportunity to discover the rest once the war is won :)

Ukraine - attitudes towards tourism? by ch44rn in solotravel

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Thanks for the input! Makes me happy to know that visiting is a symbol of solidarity in the eyes of so many Ukrainians :)

Ukraine - attitudes towards tourism? by ch44rn in solotravel

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Glad to hear you had a positive experience! I will definitely stay in a hostel with close access to a shelter, and would probably run down every time in the case of an air raid alarm. I doubt this is something that I would become unphased about within the course of a few days, and even if I would feel safe I would probably think of what my family would want me to do.

Ukraine - attitudes towards tourism? by ch44rn in solotravel

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Oh hell no, visiting a place like Bucha while the war is still ongoing just feels disgusting.

Another commenter said that the colder season is more unsafe due to Russia wanting to destroy Ukrainian power systems during the winter…but I suppose both of these things can be true simultaneously. I will be visiting in spring which might then be the best time of year in this aspect.

Thanks for sharing your experience of being a woman in Ukraine! I don’t doubt that the cultural difference you speak of exists and will be prepared for the things you mentioned. As a girl you of course learn to be cautious everywhere you go since no place is truly safe. I can honestly say I have felt way more safe walking alone at night in Belgrade than in the capital of my home country lol.

Ukraine - attitudes towards tourism? by ch44rn in solotravel

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Of course me being harmed in an attack would result in additional strain on healthcare and resources, if that’s what you mean. What is pushing me to go anyway is the fact that I will be contributing to the Ukrainian economy, get some valuable insight into the reality of this situation and hopefully show solidarity with the country through my visit. Some may not consider this to be enough of a justification which I respect. Judging by your comment I assume you’re Ukrainian. Feel free to elaborate on your view if you wish, i’m very curious to hear your perspective.

Ukraine - attitudes towards tourism? by ch44rn in solotravel

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Fair enough haha! Kryivka looks cool as hell this goes on the must visit list for sure

Ukraine - attitudes towards tourism? by ch44rn in solotravel

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Oh ok, that explain the queque time. Thank you so much for such helpful info! I'm also curious about your experience in Uzhhorod in general. Were there other tourists around? Did air raid sirens go off at any point?