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Journalism / documentaries

Last post by Lettieri « Thu Jul 19, 2018 2:34 pm
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by bo-rush » Wed Jun 20, 2018 6:09 am

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Hi there,
How safe is it to make a documentary / documentary series in the Stans (the five former soviet republics)? And what about journalistic...

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It's a big problem in Turkmenistan, not really in Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan. unless you start visiting Man Enhanced regularly and want to talk about...

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Last post by Lettieri
Thu Jul 19, 2018 2:34 pm
"Responsible" tourism

Last post by steven « Sun Apr 29, 2018 6:09 am
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by lisalai » Sat Apr 28, 2018 12:25 pm

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Unusual topic but does anyone know the ethics when it comes to given second hand children clothing / pens / books in Central Asia? We will be...

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You can give it to a charity shop in Central Asia but I don't see the benefit. There are plenty of poor people in the UK, I think they would be happy...

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Last post by steven
Sun Apr 29, 2018 6:09 am
Traveling in Russia - Potential rise in anti-British sentiment after recent events?

Last post by steven « Tue Apr 03, 2018 2:05 pm
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by wakeyjamie » Mon Apr 02, 2018 12:28 pm

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Hi Everyone,
After the recent events in the UK, and the diplomatic expulsions by various countries, I was wondering if anyone had any thoughts /...

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Russians are very good at integrating 2 completely opposing world views. Of course, as a Westerner, you are the enemy and are to blame for all...

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Last post by steven
Tue Apr 03, 2018 2:05 pm
Can anyone recommend a GPS app or device for trip

Last post by vittorimbotti « Wed Mar 28, 2018 1:51 pm
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by wakeyjamie » Thu Dec 21, 2017 1:18 pm

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Hi everyone,

In still in the planning stages for a trip in our camper next year to Kaz, Kyrg, Uzbekistan and Russia and need some advice on a...

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it depends what kind of roads you're going to go through.
i'm travelling from australia to italy, currently i'm in kazakhstan.
we have always used...

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Last post by vittorimbotti
Wed Mar 28, 2018 1:51 pm
Money when travelling

Last post by steven « Tue Mar 13, 2018 11:33 am
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by Dave&Bev » Wed Feb 21, 2018 2:50 am

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Hi,, I realize that this is primarily a British website but maybe someone can help us
We are two older Americans planning a bucket list around the...

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> and by 'some' I mean around $1000
that's what i call mr wallet .
this is not switzerland nor japan - central asia is not so expensive so you don't...

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Last post by steven
Tue Mar 13, 2018 11:33 am
Green card Insurances

Last post by steven « Sun Mar 11, 2018 10:37 am
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by Yonatankoren » Wed Mar 07, 2018 10:22 am
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My name is Yonatan Koren.

I am going to travel white my motorcycle From the 6-may to 11-Jun 2018.
I want to travel to Greece, Turkey, Georgia and...

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This topic has been closed. Please keep it civil. English is preferred.
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Last post by steven
Sun Mar 11, 2018 10:37 am
Pepper spray & Bear spray in Central Asia: legal?

Last post by steven « Thu Feb 08, 2018 7:19 am
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by MartaiMarek » Sat Jul 23, 2016 6:48 pm

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Hi there,

I could not find any information regarding pepper gas - is it allowed to have it in KG?

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According to this article from 2017, it is legal for citizens in Uzbekistan, but they need a license

This would make it illegal for you since you...

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Last post by steven
Thu Feb 08, 2018 7:19 am
Off-topic spin-off: Latest situation in Afghanistan?

Last post by yeeenn « Fri Jan 19, 2018 9:11 am
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by man_without_eye » Wed Jan 25, 2017 7:28 am

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Anyway getting back to the question: I found travelling alone -- without guards or hired cars - perfectly safe
:roll: :roll: :roll: :roll: :roll:...

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anyone has any idea about situation in Afghanistan now?

i'm flying to kabul in 3 weeks.

thanks

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Last post by yeeenn
Fri Jan 19, 2018 9:11 am
Public libraries with free desktops for internet access on the Silk Road

Last post by bwv812 « Sun Dec 31, 2017 4:30 pm
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by georgestravelsasia » Fri Dec 29, 2017 4:02 pm

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Hey all :) As a moneyless, deviceless hitcher I had quite a hard time finding internet on the road. I often managed to get anything from 10 to 30 min...

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To make it clear, you don't expect any individual to help you, but you clearly did expect to find help along the way (if you didn't expect help, then...

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Last post by bwv812
Sun Dec 31, 2017 4:30 pm
Caravanistan for other continents

Last post by steven « Mon Dec 18, 2017 11:00 am
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by machy » Sat Dec 16, 2017 10:13 pm

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Hi!

I joined the forum 2 years ago as I went with my family from Europe to Kyrgyzstan.

I am considering another overland trip 2018/2019 and would...

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For SE Asia Travelfish is highly regarded.

Africa, I don't know.

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Last post by steven
Mon Dec 18, 2017 11:00 am
"you people are dogs"

Last post by mazeno « Fri Oct 13, 2017 6:29 am
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by mazeno » Thu Oct 12, 2017 9:31 am

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the situation follows:
a british mom and her son on a trek somewhere in nepal.
a teahouse.
a tea (or two).
drinking.
how much.
150 rupies (1,5 usd)....

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tell me, please, how do you get the movie?

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Last post by mazeno
Fri Oct 13, 2017 6:29 am
Winter job in a remote area, cabin, National park [Kazakhstan - Kirghizistan - Mongolia]

Last post by La Trottineuse « Sun Sep 24, 2017 4:11 am
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by La Trottineuse » Tue Sep 12, 2017 3:52 am

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Hello,

I'm Blandine, a long term traveller, kicking a world tour on a push scooter, living the simple life in autonomy , actually in Iran, on my way...

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Hi,

Thank you Steven for your answer.
I'm contacting national parks and green organizations of the countries, perhaps they'll have a lead too !
I'll...

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Last post by La Trottineuse
Sun Sep 24, 2017 4:11 am
How Dangerous is a trip to Central Asia in a Campervan? - Reassuring worried Parents!

Last post by steven « Thu Sep 21, 2017 6:38 am
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by wakeyjamie » Mon Sep 11, 2017 1:22 pm

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Dear all,

My wife and I are currently in the process planning a long trip to Russia and Central Asia in a Campervan. We are very experienced camper...

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Besides the traffic, which is really hazardous, it is the safest place I have ever been to (perhaps excluding Switzerland).

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Last post by steven
Thu Sep 21, 2017 6:38 am
Using Euros in Central Asia

Last post by Tiredanddehydrated « Tue Jul 25, 2017 1:25 pm
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by tcarlyle » Fri Jul 10, 2015 8:48 am

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Are euros accepted or changed in central asia (Kazahkstan, Kyrgistan, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan) just like dollars?

I was wondering if bringing...

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Using my Euros here in Iran no worries at all and the exchange rate is quite good. Keeping my US dollars for the other countries Steven mentions...

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Last post by Tiredanddehydrated
Tue Jul 25, 2017 1:25 pm
Looking for Cooking Lessons! (In Kashgar, Osh, Bishkek, or Almaty)

Last post by steven « Tue Jun 27, 2017 4:21 am
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by andrewmorse23 » Mon Jun 26, 2017 6:08 pm

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Hey everyone!

In early August, I'm going to be traveling through Kashgar, Osh, Bishkek, and Almaty, and I'm looking for some cooking classes or...

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You can learn to make lagman at Vostok Zapad in Bishkek:

In Almaty there is Studio Compote They do not focus on local food necessarily, though. In...

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Last post by steven
Tue Jun 27, 2017 4:21 am
PM not working

Last post by steven « Mon Jun 26, 2017 6:57 am
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by TimL » Sun Jun 25, 2017 12:20 pm

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Hi,

Unfortunately I'm not able to send any private messages to anyone since the 23th of June. My messages are stuck in the outbox folder and don't...

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Hi TimL,

I got your message and replied. I was out in the countryside without internet for the weekend, so it took some time.

For others who have...

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Last post by steven
Mon Jun 26, 2017 6:57 am
Sending a Carpet to U.K. from Central Asia

Last post by Seradane « Tue Jun 20, 2017 3:34 pm
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by Seradane » Thu Jun 08, 2017 2:46 pm

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Hello all,
Today we've gone and purchased ourself a rather large shyrdak (felt carpet) here in Kyrgyzstan, and are now trying to figure out the best...

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We have just received word from our recipients in the U.K. that our carpet has arrived (already!!) in good condition and without being charged any...

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Last post by Seradane
Tue Jun 20, 2017 3:34 pm
The Noble Savage: Myth or Reality?

Last post by bwv812 « Tue Jun 13, 2017 12:33 am
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by mazeno » Fri Jun 09, 2017 11:14 am
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updated:
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bad skills?
i've seen things you people wouldn't believe...
40-ton-trucks climbing up the sand slopes where western...

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That's your typical tactic, mazeno: make inflammatory claims, reject objective evidence when the other party provides it, fail to logically support...
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Last post by bwv812
Tue Jun 13, 2017 12:33 am
How to (not) get notifications/e-mails

Last post by steven « Wed May 24, 2017 1:07 pm

by steven » Wed May 24, 2017 1:07 pm

To make sure you get the right amount of notifications, follow these steps:

1. Once logged in, click notifications on the top-right, then settings...

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Last post by steven
Wed May 24, 2017 1:07 pm
Charging Electronics

Last post by Frankie Wagner « Thu May 04, 2017 12:25 pm
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by Terriah » Tue Jan 03, 2017 1:59 am

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Hello!
Wondering what type/brand of adapter/voltage converter etc. people have used to charge their electronics while in Central Asia?
I'm planning...

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I use OREI type E/F adapter. It doesn't convert the power supply in any way though. But it perfectly charges my cell phone and laptop. Btw, here you...

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Last post by Frankie Wagner
Thu May 04, 2017 12:25 pm
STANs are instant tour booking countries?

Last post by steven « Sat Apr 29, 2017 5:01 am
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by leaveyanalone » Fri Apr 28, 2017 8:14 am

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Dear Steven,

i am wondering is the Uzb, Kaz and Kyr are the places with plenty of agencies on the street and offer options that we can instantly...

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In general, no, absolutely not. The only place where such a thing is possible (not guaranteed, possible) is Kochkor, to go to Song Kul or go for a...

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Last post by steven
Sat Apr 29, 2017 5:01 am
Study Russian during the Summer in ____ ?

Last post by jscargo « Fri Apr 14, 2017 5:46 pm
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by justine » Fri Dec 16, 2016 2:10 am

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Does anyone have any experience or have any suggestions on where to go for Russian school? I prefer attending classes at a university or in a group...

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Minsk can be an option, slightly less complicated visa than Russia for most citizens. Same for Kiev.

Finally, you can also go to Riga, a good part...

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Last post by jscargo
Fri Apr 14, 2017 5:46 pm
Poste Restante, Mail service

Last post by steven « Tue Mar 07, 2017 9:01 am
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by Galoou » Mon Mar 06, 2017 2:38 pm

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Hi,
Do you know if there are a Poste restante service in differents Stan's country ?
For receive mail is less expensive than fedex, DHL or other ;)...

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Yes, the poste restante system still exists! It works the same as before the days of DHL and internet.

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Last post by steven
Tue Mar 07, 2017 9:01 am
On chewing gum

Last post by bwv812 « Mon Jan 16, 2017 7:52 am
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by mazeno » Thu Jan 12, 2017 6:21 pm

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> Chewinggum (big packages) are a highly appreciated gift

titanium dioxide, butylated hydroxytoluene, calcium phosphate, aspartame => cancer

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first find in any western country such a great percentage of people living more that 100 years than among central asian tribes.

If you want to...

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Last post by bwv812
Mon Jan 16, 2017 7:52 am
Camping in Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan

Last post by sarandrob « Thu Oct 06, 2016 1:43 pm
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by al warda » Sun Jul 07, 2013 6:40 am
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Hello all
I'm planning to spend the least money as possible whilst travelling through these countries but hear its difficult.
Many reports say you...

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We met a guy in Uzbekistan who was trying to set up tent camping tours, which sounded like a pretty good plan! The idea was that he would be able to...
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Thu Oct 06, 2016 1:43 pm

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