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Inside the Amna Suraka - Saddam Hussein's Killing House in Sulaymaniyah
Graphic Content: Visiting Amna Suraka, the Red Prison in Sulaymaniyah, Kurdistan.
Traditional Kurdish Breakfast at the Jan Coffee in Sulaymaniyah
Enjoying a traditional Kurdish breakfast at the Jan Coffee in Slemani
Backpacking in Kurdistan
I spent 3 weeks Backpacking Kurdistan. These are my blog posts. Still quite a few to come.
Visiting the Rawanduz Canyon - Republic of Iraq - Kurdistan Region
From Soran, you can easily get to Rawanduz to admire the Rawanduz Canyon
Backpacking in Akre - Republic of Iraq - Kurdistan Region
The 7th-century BC City of Akre is a must when travelling to Kurdistan
Backpacking in Duhok - Republic of Iraq - Kurdistan Region
Duhok is a great place to base yourself for a few days, and if you are coming from Turkey, it makes sense to stop here.
Crossing the Ibrahim Khalil Border from Turkey to Kurdistan
I travelled from Cizre to Duhok - Turkey to the Republic of Iraq - Kurdistan Region, crossing the Ibrahim Khalil Border
Ghost Town of Varosha - Famagusta - North Cyprus
Hiring a bicycle, I toured and explored the Ghost Town of Varosha in Famagusta, Northern Cyprus
Taking the Ferry from Girne to Tasucu - Northern Cyprus to Turkey
From Girne (Kyrenia) in Northern Cyprus, I took the Akgünler Denizcilik ferry, the "VİA-MARE", to Tasucu in Turkey.
Visiting the Ancient City of Salamis - Northern Cyprus
The Ancient City of Salamis, just north of Famagusta, make a great little half-day excursion
Top 21 Sights in the Walled City of Famagusta - Northern Cyprus
The Famagusta Walled City (also known as Gazimağusa) is a fantastic place to stay for a few days when in Northern Cyprus
How to get to Famagusta - Northern Cyprus
Travelling on a dolmus from Lefkoşa to Famagusta in Northern Cyprus
Backpacking in Northern Cyprus - Top 13 Sights in Nicosia
Exploring the northern part of the capital city, Nicosia, which is known as Lefkoşa, bringing you these incredible 13 sights
Crossing into the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus at Ledra Street
If you want to visit the northern part of Nicosia (Lefkoşa), you need to cross the UN Buffer Zone.
Touring the Medieval Castle of Kolossi - Cyprus
The Medieval Castle of Kolossi, 12km to the west of the city of Limassol, makes a very interesting half-day excursion.
Visiting the Kamares Aqueduct - Larnaca
Check out the 18th-century Kamares Aqueduct in Larnaca, Cyprus
Backpacking Akrotiri & Dhekelia - Sovereign Base Areas - Cyprus
Akrotiri and Dhekelia are 2 Sovereign Base Areas on the island of Cyprus, which belong to the United Kingdom
Walking from Larnaca Airport to the City Centre
Another free travel hack, this time, walking from Larnaca Airport to the city centre. It's only 6km!
Taking the X95 Bus from Syntagma Square to Athens Airport
Taking the X95 Bus to Athens Airport from Syntagma Square
How to get from Rimini to San Marino by Bus
To visit San Marino, my 113th UN-Listed Member State, I took the Shuttle Rimini San Marino
How to get from Bologna City Centre to Bologna Airport for just 1.50 Euro
This is a great way to save yourself 11 Euros when going to the Bologna Airport
James Bond-inspired Visit to the Medieval City of Siena - Italy
Backpacking the City of Siena - Tuscany, Italy
Flight Review: World2Fly Airbus A350 - Punta Cana to Madrid
Flying from Punta Cana (PUJ) to Madrid (MAD) on an Airbus A350 operated by World2Fly
Flight Review: Iberia - Madrid to Nice
Review of my Iberia Air Nostrum flight from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport in Madrid to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport in France
How to get to Punta Cana International Airport (cheaply)
Real traveller option for getting from Punta Cana to Punta Cana Airport by local transport
Riding the Santiago Cable Car in the Dominican Republic
The Santiago Cable Car runs 4 km from the Central Terminal to Yolanda Santana, and each ride costs just 35 pesos
Top Sights in Santiago de los Caballeros
Santiago de las Caballeros is very often overlooked. It's just another boring city. Well, I backpacked it, and it got my seal of approval as a place to be explored.
Santiago de los Caballeros Monorail - Dominican Republic
Follow the progress of the construction of the Santiago de los Caballeros Monorail (Monnoriel Santiago) in the Dominican Republic
How to get from Samana to Las Galeras
After my stay in Samana, I continued to Las Galeras, in a small guagua/colectivo
How to Get the Ferry from Ballycastle to Rathlin Island
All the details on how to get to Rathlin Island by ferry
How to Use The Metro in Santo Domingo
The Santo Domingo Metro has just 2 lines. I rode a few stations on both lines 1 and 2 to bring you this blog post
Columbus Lighthouse and Mausoleum in Santo Domingo
Touring the Columbus Lighthouse Mausoleum Monument in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
Flight Review: Arajet - Mexico City to Santo Domingo
Review of my Arajet flight from Felipe Angeles in Mexico to Santo Domingo in the Dominican Republic
How to get from Las Américas International Airport to the Colonial Center of Santo Domingo
This is the cheapest option to get from SDQ Airport to the Colonial Centre of Santo Domingo
How to get to Felipe Angeles International Airport from Mexico City
Travelling from Mexico City to Felipe Angeles Airport with the ETN TURISTAR bus company out of the Terminal Central de Autobuses del Norte.
Applying for Temporary Residency in Mexico Through Marriage
Step-by-Step Guide for Applying for Temporary Residency in Mexico Through Marriage
Tasty Snacks in Mexico City: Blue Corn Tlacoyos
Blue Corn Tlacoyos made from Maiz Azul, filled with a variety of ingredients, make a great snack when touring the local markets in Mexico City
Things to See and Do in Mexico City
Things to see and do in Mexico City, from free museums to cool galleries, statues, parks, activities and sporting venues. This blog has it all.
10 Essential Backpacker Hostel Hacks
Backpacker Hostels are a great way to save money and meet other travellers. These are my 10 Essential Backpacker Hostel Hacks.
10 Money Saving Hacks for Budget Travellers
Make your travels last longer with these 10 money-saving hacks
Lowest ATM Fees in Mexico:
Best bank to withdraw money in Mexico? here I detail the ATM fees at 14 banks in Mexico
How To Get Married in Mexico To A Mexican National As A Foreigner
Yes, I got married to Miss CDMX: here are the documents I needed so I could get married in Mexico
Mexico City's Newest Museum: Museo Vivo del Muralismo
This is Mexico City's newest museum, the Museo Vivo del Muralismo. Enjoy the incredible murals by Diego Rivera, Jean Charlot and other prominent Mexican muralists.
5 Best Restaurants in Zipolite
5 of my best restaurants in the beachside town of Zipolite, Mexico's only official nudist beach.
5 Best Cafés For Breakfast in Zipolite
Christmas in Ziploite has become a thing. For the 5th year in succession, I find myself here with Miss CDMX. These are my favourite cafés for breakfast in Zipolite.
How to take the bus to Teotihuacan from Mexico City
Teotihuacan, UNESCO World Heritage Site. Here's how to get to Teotihuacan from Mexico City by bus. Revisited 2024!
How to Use The Mexico City Cablebús
Riding the new Line 3 of the Cablebús CDMX from Vasco de Quiroga to Los Pinos
Travelling on the "El Insurgente" Tren Interurbano México - Toluca
Riding the Tren "El Insurgente" between Santa Fe and Zinacantepec. This is the new CDMX to Toluca Commuter train, which, when complete, will link to the metro station at Observatorio.
How to avoid ATM fees in Guatemala
Getting local cash in Guatemala is frustrating. The ATMs either don't work or charge high fees. Keep reading to find out the best way to get cash in Guatemala
Eel Pie Island - More Off-The-Wall Backpacking
Forget your Romes and Parises and mainstream Londons, Eel Pie Island is where it's at. Even the name sounds made up, so I had to go and see for myself. The crazy backpacking journey continues (to places where Trip fears to tread).
Backpacking the Former Self-Declared Republic of Frestonia
Backpacking the micronation of Frestonia, a former self-declared republic in Notting Hill, London
Cool Globes and Elektrownia Powiśle in Warsaw
Backpacking the Cool Globes in Warsaw with Jonny Blair
Backpacking the Wooden Houses of Osiedle Przyjaźń with Jonny Blair
This is textbook backpacking, the Wooden Houses of Osiedle Przyjaźń
Backpacking in Nowa Huta: The Polish Milton Keynes
Backpacking and discovering the purpose-built, pre-planned socialist realism city of Nowa Huta, just outside Krakow in Poland
How to Buy Tickets for Public Transport in Belgrade
The public transport in Belgrade is cheap and efficient but it is not always so clear as to how to go about buying a ticket, so here is my no-bullshit guide to doing just that.
Sovereign Military Order Of Malta - The Only Country In The World With No Land
The Sovereign Military Order of Malta is an entity with observer status at the United Nations and is a country with no land. So of course, I had to go and check it out.
10 Killer Security Hacks for Backpackers
Killer Travel Security Hacks as used by Nomadic Backpacker.
Free ATM Withdrawals in Morocco - Al Barid Bank
The Al Barid Bank ATM is probably the only bank in Morocco with no withdrawal fees.
Visiting the Most Famous Cafe in Tangiers: Gran Café de Paris
The Gran Café de Paris in Tangiers, famous for the clientele it used to attract and for movie locations.
Review of the Kex Hostel in Reykjavik, Iceland
Getting some work done at the Kex Hostel in Reykjavik where I stayed in a 38-bed dorm.
Golden Circle Direct Tour with Reykjavik Excursions - Iceland
Gullfoss Waterfall, one of the 3 stops on the Golden Circle Direct Tour with Reykjavik Excursions in Reykjavik, Iceland
How to get from Reykjavík Airport to the BSÍ Bus Terminal
The cheapest option to get from Reykjavik Airport to the BSI Bus Terminal in the City Centre is on the Straeto Bus, route 55
How to get to Glasgow Airport by bus
Trust Nomadic Backpacker to bring you the cheapest option for travelling from Glasgow City Centre to Glasgow Airport
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