Backpacking in Uzbekistan🇺🇿: Staying at Jahongir Bed and Breakfast in Samarkand City

Posted on February 9, 2016January 13, 2025 by Jonny Blair

So after getting my Letter of Invitation, my Uzbekistan Visa and negotiating my way out of Tajikistan and through the ridiculously strict and thorough Uzbek border control points (give us a break lads), I made my way to Samarkand City. Worse for wear, feeling love for only Bishkek, Khorog and Tashkent, somehow my opinion changed a Read more about Backpacking in Uzbekistan🇺🇿: Staying at Jahongir Bed and Breakfast in Samarkand City[…]

Backpacking in Afghanistan🇦🇫: Touring the Ancient City of Balkh, Top 10 Sights

Posted on February 5, 2016January 13, 2025 by Jonny Blair

I’ve been busting to get some stuff on Afghanistan written and there will be a load more posts to come from my adventures to places like Tashkurgan, Masar e Sharif, Balkh, Samangan and Hayratan. I’d love it if you can all read this article, like it, share it and inspire more backpackers to venture to more Read more about Backpacking in Afghanistan🇦🇫: Touring the Ancient City of Balkh, Top 10 Sights[…]

THE GREATEST CASINO DESTINATIONS OF 2015

Posted on January 12, 2016 by Jonny Blair

Casinos around the world are growing in popularity and there are many cities now enjoying the benefits of these hugely revenue generating venues. Thankfully where there are great casino-based venues there is also great entertainment as well as places to eat, drink and be merry. We take a look at just some of the top Read more about THE GREATEST CASINO DESTINATIONS OF 2015[…]

Backpacking in Macau: Touring the Casinos of This Beast

Posted on January 4, 2016 by Jonny Blair

I kind of forget some of the travel experiences I have had down the years. Something that sticks from my time working and living in Hong Kong is the amount of visits I went on to neighbouring China and Macau. Macau is a country in its own right and I toured it many times. You Read more about Backpacking in Macau: Touring the Casinos of This Beast[…]

Why I’m Spending at Least a Month in Bishkek, Magnetic Kyrgyzstan🇰🇬

Posted on January 4, 2016January 31, 2025 by Jonny Blair

“It’s easy to fall into something new that shines” – Ben Paulley (2005). So a week ago yesterday I arrived in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan having crossed overland from Kazakhstan. On arrival I received a 60 day entry visa stamp, so yes I can stay legally as a tourist here for a brace of months. At the Read more about Why I’m Spending at Least a Month in Bishkek, Magnetic Kyrgyzstan🇰🇬[…]

Backpacking in Kyrgyzstan: Visiting Ruh Ordo by Lake Issy-Kul, Cholpon Ata

Backpacking in Kyrgyzstan: Visiting Ruh Ordo by Lake Issyk-Kul, Cholpon Ata

Posted on January 2, 2016January 16, 2024 by Jonny Blair

“Happiness is not a dream, it is a reality…” – Quote at Ruh Ordo. When backpacking in Kyrgyzstan, myself and two dorm buddies from the hostel decided on a trip to the stunning Lake Issy-kul. It can be done on a day trip from Bishkek and in winter, this is a good option as the Read more about Backpacking in Kyrgyzstan: Visiting Ruh Ordo by Lake Issyk-Kul, Cholpon Ata[…]

World Borders: How to Get From Kazakhstan to Kyrgyzstan (Almaty to Bishkek by Marshrutky)

Posted on December 28, 2015August 29, 2023 by Jonny Blair

Before I decided on doing the border crossing between Kazakhstan to Kyrgyzstan, I did a bit of research into it. The reason being, I was travelling alone, it was my first time in this region and I wanted to make sure everything ran smoothly. In the winter time in the Stans, you also have to Read more about World Borders: How to Get From Kazakhstan to Kyrgyzstan (Almaty to Bishkek by Marshrutky)[…]

The Top Attractions and Places to Visit in Ladakh

Posted on December 27, 2015December 30, 2015 by Jonny Blair

Ladakh is certainly one of the most popular tourist destinations in India. Located in the state of Jammu and Kashmir, it is home to some of nature’s spectacular marvels and it also boasts of a rich legacy of Tibetan-Buddhist culture. The arid high-altitude desert is studded with ancient monasteries and stunning landscapes of snow-capped peaks. Read more about The Top Attractions and Places to Visit in Ladakh[…]

Some Tips for Backpacking in Beijing, China

Posted on December 1, 2015August 14, 2024 by Jonny Blair

Beijing is a completely over-rated city in China and having backpacked through 13 of China’s 29 provinces, it’s easily one of my least favourite. But somehow in the madness of it all, backpackers end up drawn to its magnetic charms, so get your China visa and off you got. Here are some tips. Unless Read more about Some Tips for Backpacking in Beijing, China[…]

Exploring Thailand Beyond Bangkok and Beaches: Kanchanaburi

Posted on November 21, 2015 by Jonny Blair

From the bustle of metropolitan Bangkok to the secluded beaches of the country’s many islands, Thailand has so much to offer visitors. Yet few first time travellers make it out to lesser-known provinces beyond the capital, it’s the PR machine for oh so cool Thailand running on overdrive. You can still go to Thailand but Read more about Exploring Thailand Beyond Bangkok and Beaches: Kanchanaburi[…]