ent is a low 2.4% and 54% of the population are employed in the services industry (Ukraine 3-7). There are other factors that bode well for investors proposing a gentleman’s club in Ukraine. The climate in the Ukraine is temperate and winters are mild and white. Ukraine is also the second-largest country in Europe and is ideally situation at the crossroads between Asia and Europe. Inflation has been falling and is currently approximately 9%, and even though economic growth is a –3.2% the aggressive market policies of President Kuchma are expected to yield positive economic growth within the next two to three years (Ukraine 1-3). Also, being the national capital Kiev can be assured of continuous development as much as any region in Ukraine. Ukraine also boasts a fairly developed infrastructure with ample railways, highways, waterways, ports and harbors and airports in decent or better condition.
Ukraine will continue to be an important crossroads for Europe and Asia, particularly as markets become more global in scope and the democratization of countries like Ukraine will further promote tourism from all corners of the globe. Additionally, the cost of being a tourist in Ukraine is extremely minimal compared to many overseas tourist destinations. Meals, even in top-end restaurants, start at US$8 and moderate priced hotel rooms range between $15-$25 per day (Ukraine Facts 5). Prices are somewhat higher in Kiev being the capital, but it is realistic to expect to spend $50.00 per day for room, board and travel while in Ukraine. Ukraine remains a major economic player in its region and the capital offers hospitable citizens in addition to a modern atmosphere mixed with Gothic, Byzantine and Baroque architecture and art. Ukraine has opened diplomatic relations with more than 100 countries since its independence in 1991, showing its willingness to continue to promote policies which involve it in global as well as domestic...