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Where to Visit in Afghanistan: Itinerary and Transport Guide
Explore Afghanistan with confidence! This guide highlights the best places to visit and practical transport tips to help you navigate the country safely.
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Guide to Karakol, Kyrgyzstan: Best Hikes, Hostels & Tips
Discover the best things to do in Karakol, Kyrgyzstan — from epic treks like Ala-Kul Lake to the best hostels, local food, and travel tips.
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Kyrgyzstan Travel Guide 2025: Itinerary, Cost and Tips
Your 2025 guide to backpacking Kyrgyzstan: itinerary, costs, and essential tips for exploring this incredible Central Asian country.
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Afghanistan Travel Budget: How Much it Costs to Visit (2025)
Curious about the real cost of traveling in Afghanistan? Here's my complete Afghanistan travel budget from an 11-day trip—broken down by category including visas, food, transport and activities.
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Kochkor to Kazarman / Jalal Abad, Kyrgyzstan Guide
A short transport guide based on my experience travelling from Kochkor (Song Kul) to Jalal-Abad / Osh via Kazarman on the new China road.
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Sher Khan Bandar Border Afghanistan Guide (2025)
An Afghanistan and Tajikistan border crossing guide that covers everything you need to know to cross the Sher Khan Bandar border confidently.
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Afghanistan Travel Guide (2025)
An independent guide to travel to Afghanistan without a tour based on my personal experience travelling through the country in 2024.
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Guide to Kabul, Afghanistan (2025)
A travel guide to Kabul, Afghanistan | what to do, safe hotels, what food to try, tips for staying safe from a female traveller.
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Is it Safe to Travel to Afghanistan?
A concise guide by a female traveller on the safety of travelling in Afghanistan. Includes practical safety tips from personal experience.
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