Tag: Kazakhstan
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Almaty’s Green Bazaar: Planning a great visit there
A must-see for anyone visiting Almaty, the Green Bazaar offers a fantastic central asian marketplace experience Marketplaces are a natural part of any established town, and they are especially cool in Central Asia. Naturally Almaty has a fantastic one. Green Bazaar, known locally as Zelony Bazar and Kok Bazar, is a marketplace in the north…
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The best way to visit Charyn Canyon
Visitors to Almaty who want to get out of the city will definitely want to visit the incredible Charyn Canyon, Kolsai Lake and Kaindy Lake. A popular tourist trip for folks visiting Almaty is the Charyn Canyon visit. Usually done overnight and coupled with visits to Kolsai Lake (also spelt Kolsay but I’m siding with…
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The best way to enjoy Nauryz in Kazakhstan (2025 update)
Nauryz, or Nowruz, meaning ‘New Day’ across Kazakhstan and Central Asia, occurs in early Spring and is the traditional new year holiday. A celebration of fertility, friendship and peace, it is non-religious, but very important nonetheless. It is a great opportunity for families and friends to meet, honour the return of spring, and prepare and…
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Why I think you should visit Ak Bulak Ski Resort (2025 update)
Almaty has so many great options for skiers, so I had to go check out Ak Bulak! Situated just over an hour outside Almaty, I finally took my family to check out Ak Bulak Ski Resort, and I’m glad I did! It’s a different style of ski resort to Almaty’s other resort offerings, Oi Qaragai…
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Why I think Kazakhstan is safe to travel to
Travelling to a new country can make anyone anxious, so why not hear how someone who lives here navigates safety concerns in Kazakhstan. In my experience, Kazakhstan is safe to travel to. But keep in mind: my family lives here, we have good health insurance, we have a community made of local and expat friends…
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The best place to stay in Shymbulak Mountain Resort (2025 update)
If you are wondering about where the best place to stay for your next visit to Shymbulak Resort then please read on! Shymbulak Mountain Resort is a great all year round resort high up in the mountains surrounding Almaty. It has a range of different accommodations to suit your needs, and is a fun visit.…
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The best place to stay at Oi Qaragai Resort
We love staying at Oi Qaragai Resort. In our first year we managed to get a night in one of the fabulous yurts. We then followed that up with a summer stay in the cute tree houses with a group of friends. Finally for my birthday last year we went all out and booked up…
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Kazakhstan should make your list for great ski destinations
If you’ve not thought of Kazakhstan as a destination for your ski adventures, then now is the time! Skiers and snowboarders of all levels will enjoy skiing in Kazakhstan. Nestled against the Tien Shan mountains in Central Asia, you’ll find many modern and well developed resorts based in the country’s south east, especially around the…
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Oi Qaragai Resort is an excellent option for your next ski holiday (2025 update)
Another Almaty gem, this resort ticks a lot of boxes for all ability levels Oi Qaragai is a great ski resort just outside Almaty. A small yet still somehow sprawling resort with a number of slopes, it is a popular alternative to Shymbulak Mountain Resort. It also takes just as long to arrive at as…
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Why Shymbulak is a great choice for a ski holiday (2025 update)
Shymbulak, one of Kazakhstan’s best resorts, is a great choice for skiers and snowboarders of all levels, as well as the non-skiers! If you’re staying in Almaty then you’ll want to see the mountains, so why not visit Shymbulak Mountain Resort. In the winter, it is a great choice for skiers and snowboarders of all…