Here is what you need to know about ESTA for US Travel
The Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) is an initiative of the Visa Waiver Program (VWP) of the United States. It is an automated system that is used to decide if applicants who wish to travel to the US are ... Read moreHere is what you need to know about ESTA for US Travel
10 Unique travel gifts from USD 20 to USD 2000
If you have a friend or family member who loves to travels, buying gifts for that person can be a challenging experience. After the first few adapters, luggage tags or travel pillows, it can be easy to run out of ... Read more10 Unique travel gifts from USD 20 to USD 2000
Rolling on the Rhine River Cruise Review – All U need to know
Stunning views, awesome tours, great cocktails, delicious food, comfy rooms, and like-minded people. These are what we and most travelers on their mid 30’s and 40’s expect from a river cruise in Europe. And these were exactly what we got ... Read moreRolling on the Rhine River Cruise Review – All U need to know
6 Useful tips for bargaining in Vietnam
Vietnam, like many other Southeast Asian countries, is home to the act of Bartering. This may come as a bit of a culture shock to some, making purchases difficult and even daunting. It may seem as everyone wants to rip ... Read more6 Useful tips for bargaining in Vietnam
The most beautiful private pool villas in Koh Samui – Thailand
Picture this: the bubbling waves across golden sand, the crystal clear water and lush forests that color the island with splashes of green. This is Koh Samui, one of Thailand’s most spectacular islands to visit. If you want to ... Read moreThe most beautiful private pool villas in Koh Samui – Thailand
10 Unique Things to do in Dornoch, Scotland
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How to know if you need a visa to travel abroad?
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5 Reasons to board on a Northern Europe Cruise this year
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How to Choose The Best Long Term Travel Insurance?
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Is this the Best Daypack for Travel? We think so!
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Switzerland trip costs: how much you need to travel and how to save money
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10 Reasons to Travel to Altai Mountains in Siberia [+20 Stunning Photos]
The cold wind blowing against our faces and the sound of crackling ice under our feet were surreal. We were crossing a freaking frozen river and we were thrilled! We explored just a tiny portion of the vastly and beautiful ... Read more10 Reasons to Travel to Altai Mountains in Siberia [+20 Stunning Photos]
Loved reading your experience in Siberia. I recognised the photo first and then it was confirmed when I read the title – my home land. I lived in Barnaul for years before leaving abroad (now live in NZ) and I took my kiwi boyfriend back to Altai/Barnaul and we actually went to Belokhuriha twice (once in winter and once in summer). The region is so beautiful and I agree on all points, but the main is that you must travel to places like that to really understand the culture. Moscow and St Petersburg are good, but not the representation of the real Russia.
Hi Tonya,
Your comment made my day!! Altai is a beautiful region and I’m so happy that we had the opportunity to discover it. As you said, is in the small towns that you can really meet the local people and culture.
All the best to you in NZ.
Nat
Thanks for the info! I’m planning a trip for November and thought 2 weeks in Moscow and St petersberg before coming to the altai mountains for day hikes and skiing but I cant drive. Do you think 5 days in Belokhuriha just for day hikes and skiing without a car will be ok? Also do you know how much ski rental was?
Many thanks!
Hi Callun,
5 days are ok, sorry really don’t remember the rates but it wasn’t expensive.
Awesome experience!
p.s. You mentioned you did not see any bears – but bears are sleeping in the winter! 🙂
You got it right! 😉
Thanks for stopping by!