When we think of travelling Asia many believe that you can survive on about $10 a day or something equally ridiculous, but the moment you put a search into Google to get more information on traveling in Central Asia, you’re posed with the depressing reality that tripping through the Stans is not going to […]
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Traveling Through Central Asia? How to Stay Connected on the Road
One of the joys of traveling through Central Asia is the feeling of being at the edge of the world, being cut off from all the stresses and responsibilities from back home for a few weeks. However, just sometimes it’s good to check in with family and friends, boast with epic photos on social […]
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Top 7 Markets in Central Asia
With a legacy such as the Silk Road, it goes without saying that Central Asia is famed for its markets. It’s inevitable that there will be some romantic notion accompanying a bazaar in Samarkand and other iconic Silk Road cities, but which are Central Asia’s best markets? Here are the best markets in Central Asia. […]
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The End of the Central Asian Adventure
As the teams relax at the Central Asia Rally after party in Bishkek, we’re sad to see that this year’s big Central Asian adventure is coming to a close. Can you see us? The Travel Scientists have a go at camoflage The official starting point was in Astrakhan in Russia, although most of the teams […]
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To Song Kul or Not to Song Kul, That is the Question!
As the Central Asia Rally draws to a close, our teams head off towards Bishkek, but before hitting the finish line, some will attempt to visit the high altitude, remote Song Kul Lake and battle bad weather and even worse roads. Who will make it and who will just head over to Bishkek? After the […]
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