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Following my trip out of Kiev to the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone, and being based in the Tiu Kreschatik Hostel, we arrived at the CEZ entrance. The area beyond this checkpoint is out of bounds for tourists and ordinary people. You need a pass and you need to be there as part of a guided and…
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In Spain, the sunny streets exude a feeling of warmth that instantly uplifts you. It is a country that, for the most part, bares its soulful passion in every aspect, right from the music, to the food, to the picturesque landscapes. Whether you revel in the geographical diversity that bestows the country with stunning features…
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The very mention of the United States of America (USA) brings to mind images of plush metropolitan cities, bustling with all things chic and modern. But look closer and you will find lots more to amaze you. From delightful natural beauty to myriad of cultures, USA has many surprises for travelers. Here are 10 such…
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Over the past few decades, Dubai has certainly captivated the world with its dazzling transformation from a small Arab town to a grand global city. From the spectacular skyscrapers and chic megamalls, to the charming local culture and the surrounding desert, Dubai has much to offer to the discerning traveler and the shopaholic. Dubai holidays…
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I arrived early morning into the city of Almaty in Kazakhstan after what had been a pretty intense few weeks of travel (I toured Chernobyl and Auschwitz in consecutive weeks). It was Christmas Eve, there was snow in the air and I needed a place to stay. Step in, the cosy, family run Almaty Backpackers,…
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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…
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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.…
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When backpacking in Ukraine, I organised a day tour of the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone. The Chernobyl Exclusion Zone covers an area of 1,000 square miles and straddles the official land borders of Belarus and Ukraine. When I backpacked to the city of Bobruisck in Belarus in 2007, I remember reading about how close I was…
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After crossing the border by night train from Krakow in Poland, it was time to tour some parts of the Ukraine (Lviv, Kiev and the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone). I started off in the city of Lviv, which is the hardcore heartland of the Ukraine. This city lives and breathes the country’s nationalistic values and deserves…
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My journey east took me by train from the gorgeous city of Lviv to the bustling Ukrainian capital city, Kiev. It was here that I was able to backpack round the sights of the city, learn more about Ukrainian culture and tour the Chernobyl Exclusion zone (some 29 years after the disaster in the area).…
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