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A Backpacker’s Guide to Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan is a fantastic country to travel to and getting around is easier than you think. Despite many people’s fear of countries ending in “Stan”, Uzbekistan is far from a dangerous place and you’ll quickly realize that upon arrival. This historically rich nation, which sits along the ancient Silk Road, is a hidden gem and one country that deserves a lot more tourism that it receives. Here is backpacker’s guide to Uzbekistan. Visa Process: As of 2018, citizens of Israel, Indonesia, the Republic of Korea, Malaysia, Singapore, Turkey and Japan can visit Uzbekistan without visas for the period of 30 days. Everyone else will need to apply for a visa. A…
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Backpacking 48 Hours in Almaty, Kazakhstan
Traveling to Almaty, Kazakhstan was one of the most unusual experiences I’ve ever had in my life. I knew traveling to a post Soviet state as a black man would turn heads, but I never felt more foreign than I did in the 48 hours I spent during my layover here. I will admit, I was a bit nervous when I arrived at Almaty airport. There was something about this country that was a bit frightening. I remember being yelled at by immigration minutes upon arrival. When I handed my passport to the immigration officer, she browsed through my pages and shouted “NO VISA!” with an angry look on her…
