So. Destination Kazakhstan? Perhaps not one you’ve ever considered, possibly. Did you know it’s the ninth biggest country in the world? And is home to the Cosmonaut (Russian) Space Program? Or that it’s capital, Nursultan (or as used to be known, Astana) is one of the world’s more unique cities and capitals?
So. Air Astana. How is it? I mean, it’s probably not an airline you’ve considered flying unless you were heading to Central Asia, but actually it could be a useful airline going forward coming from Asia to Europe. It’s reasonably priced and connects primarily through a quiet airport in Almaty or further north in Nur …
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Dear readers, and indeed viewers, the time has come to present my first VLOG from my last trip, and indeed this one takes in the first three days of my 2019 adventure starting on October 27th. It's been ... a process, shall we say? Not one that's been easy, and I still have a lot …
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My stay in Almaty, Kazakhstan, was another very brief stop on my way to explore more of Central Asia, and with a lack of hotels near the airport I was consigned to schlepping my way into town for an evening and then schlepping back out to the airport the next morning for my 11am flight …
Today's 'Best of' is looking back at my four favourite 'Train Journeys'. I'll let you in on a secret - I think Train Journeys is my favourite segment I have written. Here are four amazing train journeys that if you're in the region you simply must visit! 4. The Ghan - Darwin to Alice Springs …
Hi Folks - thought I'd revisit some of my travel videos. Here's are the three I think are the best, do take a looksee! Dubai The amazing world of Dubai with it's sand, heat, malls and of course, skiing! 2/ Curious Kazakhstan I simply loved travelling Kazakhstan, here are some of the highlights. 3/ …
Hi everyone! Just a quick post today - I've been featured on a wonderful travel blog by Tim Blight who writes on Australia and Pakistan mostly. I did an interview where I had to choose a city and talk about it - I chose Almaty. Please do check it out! Andy Loves Almaty Ok, I …
Hey folks, you know I've written a fair bit on Central Asia over the last year and a half, about my time in three amazing countries there – Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan, but today I wanted to address why you should go there. Firstly – the thrill of the unexplored. Okay, you’re not going to …
Come with me on this little (well, 17 minutes) video of my time in Kazakhstan, entitled ‘Curious Kazakhstan’. It’s been a while since I posted on Central Asia, but I still look at it very fondly. It’s one of the most rewarding places a solo backpacker can head in my opinion. In this city you’ll …
Ahhh yes I’m taking you Central Asia today for today’s train journey. The journey northward from Kazakhstan’s cultural capital Almaty to the somewhat Russian Semey in the north is certainly a long one, and although a good portion of it is overnight, it’s still rather a special time to spend on the rails. An …
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A Scottish island girl exploring the world on a budget
exposing the inner-world of my brain
My second blog page
Put pictures on your travel dreams
The beautiful picture of angels makes you happy.
inspiring journeys and friendly advice
A Scottish island girl exploring the world on a budget
exposing the inner-world of my brain
My second blog page
Put pictures on your travel dreams
The beautiful picture of angels makes you happy.
inspiring journeys and friendly advice
Andy's World Journeys 