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Welcome to Lviv

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Lviv Convention Bureau was established in 2013 as a part of Lviv City Council. The main aim of the Bureau is to promote Lviv as a new Eastern European MICE destination, cooperate with local businesses and provide customers with the best services and experience in Lviv. There are 9 people currently working in the Bureau.

Our services include, but are not limited to:• Tailoring the best package for our customers• Coordinating the cooperation of local MICE industry participants• Negotiating with hotels and venues • Providing support from governmental institutions and local media• Providing other services during the conferences• Presenting Lviv on international trade markets, fairs, forums

Contact usLviv Convention Bureau 67 Levytskoho St.Lviv, 79017

Phone: (+380 32) 254-60-30(+380 32) 297-07-90Fax: (+380 32) 297-07-91

info@lvivconvention.com.ualvivconvention.com.ua

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Danylo Halytskyi International Airport ‘‘Lviv’’ is the biggest airport in Western Ukraine according to passenger flow and destination network. It is located in the southwestern part of the city and has favorable location to the main city infrastructure objects. As of now destination network of the airport consists of 28 routes (24 international and 2 domestic). The new airport terminal was put into service on April 12, 2012 specially for the championship Euro-2012. It was built at the territory of the airport with the use of the recent developments in aviation industry, in accordance with modern technologies of passenger and baggage handling, as well as with international architectural and engineering standards and requirements of ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organization) and IATA (International Air Transport Association). New terminal "A" has

• total area of 39,000 sq. m • 9 departure gates, 4 of which are jet bridges • 28 check-in desks, 2 self-service check-in

kiosks• 18 passport control checkpoints • 12 aviation security control checkpoints• 19 airlines• VIP-lounges for the passengers of

international and domestic flights• modern Duty Free• 2 parking lots with 25 bus parking spaces

and 1,100 car parking spaces.New airport terminal was built with due consideration of people with physical disabilities.

Therefore all the zones and rooms of the terminal were equipped to provide an easy mobility and handling of disabled passengers. In June 2013 in the course of forum "Airport Development Russia and CIS", Danylo Halytskyi International Airport "Lviv" was given a title "The best airport in CIS"

168 Lyubinska St. Lviv, 79007Ukraine(+380 32) 229-81-12www.lwo.aero

Tourist Information Centre at the Airport+380 67 673-91-94lviv.tic3@gmail.com

Opening Hours:Mon – Sun: 10 AM – 6 PM

Distances from:City center – 15 kmMain Railway Station – 5.6 kmBus Station “Lviv” (109 Stryiska St.) – 5.5 km

Danylo Halytskyi International Airport "Lviv"

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VisaCitizens of the European Union, United States, Canada, Japan, South Korea, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, Andorra, Vatican City, Monaco, Iceland, Norway, San Marino, Mongolia, Serbia, Montenegro, Georgia, Hong Kong, Israel, Paraguay and the countries of the Commonwealth of Independent States (except Turkmenistan) do NOT need visas for entering Ukraine. Religion Most of Lviv residents are Christians: Ukrainian Orthodox — Kyiv and Moscow Patriarchate, Ukrainian Autocephalous Orthodox, Ukrainian Catholic (Uniate), Protestant, there are also many Jewish and Muslim citizens. Lviv is known by its loyalty to different religions.

LanguageOfficial language is Ukrainian. Alphabet Cyril. Almost everybody in Lviv speaks Russian and Polish and most of the young people can speak English or German.Money National currency is hryvnia (UAH), 1 hryvnia = 100 kopiyka. You can exchange currency for hryvnia in banks and numerous exchange offices, some of them work 24/7. If you would like to pay with a credit card, ask before you make the payment.Punctuality People in Lviv, in general, are not very punctual. It’s acceptable to be late for 10 minutes if it’s unofficial meeting, and for 5 minutes if it’s official.Water Don’t drink tap water .

People Are very hospitable and friendly. Don’t be surprised, when you ask someone the way and a stranger will not just explain it to you but also walk with you to the place you need.Greetings At official meetings people in Ukraine shake hands. For women it’s not necessary, but possible. Cheek kissing is acceptable if you are in a friendly relationships. Traveler’s checks Traveler’s checks can be cashed in banks.Tips You are expected to tip on the average of about 5–10 percent in Lviv’s establishments. Mostly tips are not included in the bill.

Geographical positionUkraine is situated in Eastern Europe. Its neighbours are: Poland, Belarus, Russia, Moldova, Romania, Hungary, Slovakia. The geographical center of Europe is in a village of Dilove (county of Rakhiv).Population — 44,573,205 people. It is the 5th largest country among European countries in terms of population.Area — 603,628 km2. It is the largest country entirely within Europe and second largest country of the continent Eurasia after Russia.First settlements lived here more than 150,000 years ago. Ukraine is a heritor of Kyivan Rus (9-12 c.) which was the largest and most powerful state in Europe.Independence of Ukraine — 24th August 1991

Geographical positionLviv is situated in the western part of Ukraine just 70 km from the Polish border and 160 km from the eastern Carpathian Mountains.The first record of Lviv as a city was made in chronicles in 1256.Founder of Lviv — King Danylo of Galicia. He named the city in honour of his son Lev. Population — 729,842 people Area — 182.01 km2 Cultural capital of UkraineThe historic city centre is on the UNESCO World Heritage List. The city has unique architecture preserved through centuries, developed infrastructure and huge potential to develop MICE industry.

Useful Travel Tips

Quick facts about Ukraine Quick facts about Lviv

Index Spring Summer Autumn WinterAverage temperature(°C) from 1.7 to 13.3 from 16.1 to 17.5 from 2.3 to 12.8 from -1.5 to -3.4

Precipitation mm from 43 to 77 from 76 to 102 from 46 to 58 from 42 to 57

Lviv’s climate is humid continental with soft winters, wet springs, mild summers, warm and dry autumns. The average temperatures are -3.4°C in winter, +17.5 °C in summer and in mountain region +11 °C.

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1Price and value We promise you will be surprised that for pretty moderate money you can have such a great value!

All services you’ll use will be of European level but by Ukrainian prices (much lower than in any other European country). You can have lunch in a good restaurant just for 5 euro. Lviv is one of the least expensive major cities in the world. For example, the consumer price index in Lviv is 55 % lower than in New York (The World Cost of Living Index for Major Cities www.numbeo.com (2014)).

2 InfrastructureThe newly constructed Danylo Halytskyi International Airport, which is only 7 km from the city

center, makes air travel a breeze. There are daily flights from Warsaw, Vienna, Kyiv and Moscow. There are more than 70 hotels, 38 of which boast 3-5 stars. Total guest room capacity in 4 & 5 star hotels – 700 rooms. There is a wide range of conference halls for different capacity, with the biggest one for 1 000 people. Lviv boasts really unique venues for your MICE event, including lots of historical buildings.

3 Europe’s Last Hidden Gem It’s an absolutely new destination for holding international MICE events in Eastern Europe. Unique

travel options for fun and adventure Lviv is among top 10 cities of the world to visit in 2014 accord-ing to the travel group “The Rough Guide” and is among top 10 cities for spending weekends in Eu-rope according to Lonely Planet Lviv’s motto is “Lviv open to the world”. The city had a 45% increase in tourists during 2011–2013.

4 Scientific heritage and historyLviv region is third in number of scientific organizations, candidates and doctors in Ukraine. Lviv

is an ancient scientific center in Europe. Kerosene was invented here, first effective vaccine in the world for epidemic of typhus discovered. American journal “R & D Magazine” put the inventions of Lviv’s scientists together with inventions of NASA to the rating “Top 100 best developments in the world”.Around 40 research and development institutes and scientific-research design institutes are situated in Lviv.

5 Young and educated city Each 5th citizen of Lviv is a student. There is one of the oldest in Central Europe and first in Ukraine

University — Ivan Franko National University of Lviv (1661); Education institutions of Lviv are in the top ratings of the most recognized education institutions in Ukraine. There are 33 institutions of higher education that makes reputation of Lviv as a city with high level of education.

5 reasons to choose Lviv for your convention

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Lviv Opera and Ballet Theater

28 Svobody Ave.79000 Lviv, Ukraine(+380 32) 272-88-60;(+380 32) 242-11-63lvivopera@gmail.comwww.opera.lviv.ua

Distances from:Airport – 6,7 km Main Railway Station – 2,7 kmCity Center – 0 mBus Station “Lviv” – 7,2 km

Lviv Opera House hosts international opera festivals and contests dedicated to Solomiya Krushelnytska – the great Ukrainian opera singer, the patroness of the theatre, diva of European theaters end of 19th c. – beginning of 20th c.The events are planned for 2014-2015. Before these and other (tours of Ukrainian and foreign theaters, or individual performers) wide-scale events a press-conference is held in the mirror hall, and after a performance – reception for several dozens of people, as it was done at the Presidential summit for Central European countries in 1998. There are also exhibitions held in the theater’s mirror hall. One of the most representative exhibitions was held in 2010 – ‘stage costumes of the world opera stars’ from the collection of La Scala theater in Milan. Our theater – the only in Ukraine – is a member of the international association «Opera Europa».

Conference equipment:• Facilities for disabled • Transfer service• Acceptance of credit card• Conditioner • Sound system• Microphone• Coffee break • Catering

Rooms Reception Banquet Theater Classroom U-shape M2 (area)

Mirror hall 200 - - - 80 240

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The Ukrainian Catholic University in Lviv is the contemporary academic and research institution, providing quality education with a truly international and multicultural approach. Today, UCU is a place where leading Ukrainian and international intellectuals work and communicate to bring new ideas that change the world. UCU offers newly built, modern meeting and conference facilities catering to the needs of groups both large and small together with unique

accommodation opportunities at very competitive rates. Its central location allows for easy access to Lviv’s city centre, airport and train station.Since 2012, UCU has been providing top class accommodation for hundreds of it’s students. The campus is modern, and aims to provide an environment for the University guests as well as Lviv visitors. It is located just a short walk from downtown Lviv, with the attractive Stryiskyi Park located next door. This accommodation is an ideal choice for those seeking comfort at an affordable price.The University Center offers the most technologically advanced meeting and presentation services.High-speed, high-tech services and equipment include.We offer a fully equipped conference hall that holds 150 people, 10 classrooms, 2 meeting rooms, a convenient guarded parking area, and a full service cafeteria.

17 Ilariona Sventsitskoho St.79011 Lviv, Ukraine(+380 32) 240-99-40info@ucu.edu.uawww.ucu.edu.ua

Distances from:Airport — 7,3 kmMain Railway Station — 4 kmCity center — 6,3 kmBus Station “Lviv” — 5,7 km

Rooms Reception Banquet Theater Classroom U-shape M2 (area)

Assembly hall 300 180 300 180 80 328,44

Conference hall - - 120 - - 165

Seminary hall - 25 - - - 41,86

Computer-hall - 30 - - 20 102

Media room 60 40 60 40 20 75,85

Great room 80 50 80 50 30 76,69

Meeting room 50 30 50 30 16 39,85

Private Dining room 120 70 120 70 50 70

Terrace 180 120 180 - - 200

Ukrainian Catholic University

Conference equipment:• Wireless internet access• Computer data projection• Screens• Technician assistance• Audio/video conferencing• Simultaneous translation system• Laptops• White boards• Flip-charts• Sound system and microphones• Coffee break facilities

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Ramada Lviv Hotel

Rooms Reception Banquet Theater Classroom U-shape M2 (area)

‘‘Large” conference room 380 160 280 120 76 212

Negotiation hall 50 40 50 28 30 60

2А Yavorivska St.81110 Zymna Voda Village,Ukraine(+380 32) 243-00-10 Fax (+380 32) 243-12-14 reception@ramadalviv.com.ua www.ramadalviv.com.ua

Distances from:Airport – 6,5 km Main Railway Station – 7,5 kmCity Center – 9,5 kmBus Station “Lviv”– 13,5 km

We appreciate the art of creating ease, harmony and simplicity in Ramada Lviv Hotel.High level of comfort and convenience ensures harmonious combination of our services to meet your highest demands.Ramada Lviv Hotel is conveniently located at the crossroads of transport routes of the city.

Conference equipment:• 103 rooms ( standard,

superior, suite)• Restaurant• Free Wi-fi• Free Parking• Facilities for disabled • Elevator• Phone in a conference room• Transfer service• Acceptance of credit card• Acceptance of credit card

American Express• Conditioner • Flipchart• Sound system• Microphone• Media projector• Plasma TV• Screen• Dimming of light in rooms• Possibility of simultaneous

translation• Possibility of videoconference• Coffee break • CateringConference rooms 2

Sleeping rooms 103Suites 3

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Amadeus7 Catedralna Sq.(+380 32) 235-63-16, (+380 32) 297-80-22, (+380 32) 274-30-18www.veronica.ua10 a.m. –11 p.m.Amadeus Restaurant - elegance, classic and luxury of the ancient city!

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Cosa Nostra5 Krakivska St.(+380 32) 235-72-73 9 a.m. – 11 p.m.The Italian restaurant serves homemade pasta and desserts. It’s a favourite place for Mafia (game) fans.

Darwin6/10 Shevska St.(+380 32) 294-82-05 darwin.lviv.ua12 p.m. – to the last customerAn elegant space with the interior in the style of the Victorian era library. The restaurant serves European, Ukrainian and Thai cuisine. Large selection of fresh fish. Excellent wine list.

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De Luxe cafe2 V. Velykoho St.+380 96 276-88-85, +380 93 339-97-39deluxecafe.lviv.ua24 hThe cafe offer meals of European, Italian and Ukrainian cuisine. Reasonable prices and big portions will surprise you.

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Del Pesto6 Kostyushka St.(+380 32) 255-00-80, +380 97 461-98-87 www.delpesto.lviv.ua9 a.m. – 23 p.m.Restaurant Del Pesto has become a place to relax with family and friends. Friendly service. European, Italian and author’s cuisine.

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Dnister6 Mateyka St.(+38 032) 297 43 63www.dnister.lviv.ua7 a.m. – 11 p.m.Dnister Restaurant is located on the 2nd floor of Dnister Premier Hotel**** Dnister Restaurant offers the best of Ukrainian and European cuisine.

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Dynamo Blues4 Stusa St.(+38 032) 275 01 89 , (+38 067) 353 63 2211 a.m. – 11:30 p.m.Delicious dishes and unforgettable atmosphere will make you fall in love with Dynamo Blues restaurant.

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Europe14 Shevchenka Ave.(+38 032) 261 19 719 a.m. – 11 p.m.The restaurant is located on one of the central streets of Old Lviv. It has a classical and refined interior, resembling exclusive European restaurants.

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