A nation rich in colorful traditions, warm-hearted people and off-the-beaten-track travel experiences, Ukraine is one of Europe 's last genuine travel frontiers. Marc Di Duca, Lonely Planet Writer Our Promise You can trust our travel information because Lonely Planet authors visit the places we write about, each and every edition. We never accept freebies for positive coverage, and you can rely on us to tell it like we see it. Inside This Book 48 maps25 crumbling castles84 days of researchOne too many vodka toastsInspirational photosClear, easy-to-use mapsIn-depth backgroundAt-a-glance practical informationComprehensive planning toolsEasy-to-read layout