Qarshi Travel Guide, Uzbekistan + 8 Things to do in Qarshi Updated December 2023, Qarshi Travel Guide, Uzbekistan + 8 Things to do in Qarshi was originally published in October 2021 Qarshi doesn’t land on most tourist’s itineraries for Uzbekistan being a bit off-route from the main Silk Road city trail most stick to. In […]
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Khorog Travel Guide + 7 Things to do in Khorog Updated December 2023, Khorog Travel Guide + 7 Things to do in Khorog was written in January 2020 I’ve spent a lot of time in Khorog over the years, probably more than any sane non-resident anyway. It’s a perfect base between trekking trips exploring the Pamirs
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Visiting the Malwiya Tower & Grand Mosque in Samarra, Iraq Updated December 2023, Visiting the Malwiya Tower & Grand Mosque in Samarra, Iraq was originally published in August 2022 The spiraling Malwiya Minaret is one of Iraq’s most recognizable and iconic buildings, rising 52 meters above the city of Samarra and offering sweeping views of
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The Ultimate Guide To Visiting Wadi Shab, Oman Updated December 2023, The Ultimate Guide To Visiting Wadi Shab, Oman was originally published in May 2020 Wadi Shab was easily one of the top highlights on my first trip to Oman. This narrow canyon is home to crystal clear blue water pools and even a secret
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25 Day Tajikistan Expedition June 12-July 6, 2024 This expedition takes in the best of Tajikistan in 25 days combining the mind-blowing Fann Mountains and the world’s most epic road trip along the Pamir Highway. Starting from the capital city of Dushanbe, we will make our way north to begin our trek through the idyllic
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Solo Female Travel in Uzbekistan Updated December 2023, Solo female Travel in Uzbekistan was originally written in November 2019 Solo female travel in Uzbekistan is much easier than you probably thought it was before landing on my blog. I’ve crisscrossed Central Asia several times over the last five years and have a thousand and one great experiences (and
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Is Tajikistan Safe? Generally, Yes Updated December 2023, Is Tajikistan Safe? was originally written in February 2019 Most people can’t point to Tajikistan on a map much less conjure up a single fact about the country. For the few that begin their research on visiting the country, many do stumble across my website and a common
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Things I Never Wrote When It Was Applicable: Kickin it in Kabul, Afghanistan Updated December 2023, Things I Never Wrote When It Was Applicable: Kickin it in Kabul, Afghanistan was originally published in June 2022 I’ll never forget my first visit to Kabul, spiraling down with craggy mountains just off the wingtips as colorful homes
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Visiting the Solar Furnace in Parkent, Uzbekistan Updated December 2023, Visiting the Solar Furnace in Parkent, Uzbekistan was originally published in January 2022 On my most recent trip to Tashkent in the fall of 2021, I finally made a day trip out to the bizarre architectural and scientific feat of the Solar Furnace in nearby
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Exploring the Frontier Town of Termez, Uzbekistan Updated December 2023, Exploring the Frontier Town of Termez, Uzbekistan was originally published in September 2021 With a history stretching back over 2,500 years visiting Termez is a must for any history lover’s Uzbekistan itinerary. The town now sits along the border between Uzbekistan and Afghanistan but has
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