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More about the Houthis

A very significant player in what's going on in the Middle East.

Nov. 6, 2024

What was North Yemen?

Revolution, independence, re-unification, North Yemen has been a significant player in the ongoing political issues of the region.

Nov. 6, 2024

What was South Yemen (The People’s Democratic Republic of Yemen)?

Once designated as a "State sponsor of terrorism", South Yemen has been colonised by Britain, was the first Arab state to embrace Marxist-Leninist principles, and is now recognised as an important strategic position for many groups and nations.

Nov. 6, 2024

Navigating Afghanistan's Land Border Crossing Options: A Guide

A comprehensive guide to all of Afghanistan's land border crossings - even the ones you can't cross!

Nov. 4, 2024

6 reasons to travel to Yemen

Food, hospitality and colourful displays of culture - if Yemen isn't on your bucket list, it should be!

Oct. 30, 2024

Top 8 Highlights of the 5 Stans

Silk road madrasahs, Soviet architecture and man-made disasters, and natural beauty. It's hard to keep this list down to just 8 items!

Oct. 18, 2024

Weird and interesting facts about Algeria

What do you already know about Algeria? I bet you there's some stuff in here that will catch you by surprise.

Oct. 4, 2024

Being a Digital Nomad in Tashkent – with a kid

There are lots of criteria we look for when finding a spot in which to work remotely, however having a kid adds in a whole extra box to tick. But don't let it stop you!

Sept. 13, 2024

What are the 5 Stans?

What about Pakistan and Afghanistan? Is Azerbaijan a Stan? What does Stan even mean? We've got you covered - after reading this it will all make sense!

Sept. 2, 2024

Where can you currently get an Afghanistan visa?

There have recently been some changes to where you can get Afghan visas. Here's the definitive guide.

Aug. 31, 2024

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Blog Posts

More about the Houthis

What was North Yemen?

What was South Yemen (The People’s Democratic Republic of Yemen)?

Navigating Afghanistan's Land Border Crossing Options: A Guide

6 reasons to travel to Yemen

Top 8 Highlights of the 5 Stans

Weird and interesting facts about Algeria

Being a Digital Nomad in Tashkent – with a kid

What are the 5 Stans?

Where can you currently get an Afghanistan visa?

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More about the Houthis

What was North Yemen?

What was South Yemen (The People’s Democratic Republic of Yemen)?

Navigating Afghanistan's Land Border Crossing Options: A Guide

6 reasons to travel to Yemen

Top 8 Highlights of the 5 Stans

Weird and interesting facts about Algeria

Being a Digital Nomad in Tashkent – with a kid

What are the 5 Stans?

Where can you currently get an Afghanistan visa?

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