In this post, I break down the numbers involved in taking intensive Russian language lessons in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. Even with food, travel and accommodation, the price is no contest. Seriously, have a read and be inspired!
Thrifty Thursday: One Month of Intensive Russian for Less Than $850
11 Things (Re)Learned About Bishkek Travel
Bishkek as a travel destination. In some ways it’s great; in others it is severely lacking. Overall, I love traveling to Bishkek, but there are some factors you should know about — some of which I cover in this post.
Eagle Hunters in Kyrgyzstan: A Photo Essay
One of the best experiences I had on my past visit to Kyrgyzstan was being able to get up close and personal with Kyrgyz eagle hunters. Kyrgyz men have been hunting with eagles for 6,000 years.
Somewhere in Kyrgyzstan
Kyrgyzstan is a country with a unique landscape. It is composed of 94% mountains while the rest of it can sometimes resemble the steppe or even Mars. Here are some photos I took while on a ride out towards Lake Issyk-Kul.
12 Things Learned About Russian Language Learning
In this post I take a personal journey down the road of things learned about Russian language learning. What words can I just not say right? How much more can I complain about the absurdity that is Russian? You’ll have to read to find out!
Week 4 Wrap-Up: Holy F#*k, I Know Russian
And we’re done, people! I told my teachers that I surprised myself during my final week of lessons. Big improvement from the week before, thanks to finally getting good sleep and no longer being ill.
Questioning One’s Purpose: Thoughts During Week 3 of Russian
Learning or relearning a language is like a roller coaster. I’m up and then I’m down… and it sometimes isn’t easy to see the light! This past week has been especially hard, but I’m back and ready to smash my final week here in Bishkek.
I’m Unprepared… and I Like It
I bought the Istanbul section of the Turkey Lonely Planet, and have yet to look at it. I booked a hostel for the first night in the city, and I have no idea how to get there. I know when my flights will be landing; I know when they should be departing.
Day 201: Feeling Lost, the Negative Side of Travel
Travelers always talk about how there is a readjustment period when returning home from long-term travel. Sometimes they talk about how roaming the earth can make them feel a bit lost (it reminds me of my time with the intriguing traveler… Read more). I can attest to both of these feelings, as I’ve experienced them many times in my travels throughout
10 Places to Hit Before I Hit 30
Tick, tick, tick… that’s the sound of my internal travel clock ticking. Tick, tick, tick.
… Read moreWhen I’ve been settled for a while, it seems as though my internal travel clock starts screaming at me to make some plans involving far-flung places. I sometimes envy people who are satisfied with the status quo as they don’t have to deal with the
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The “No Speak Language Guide” is Out: Get a Copy for Free!
October 20, 2011
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I am a Blogger, and I am Powerful: On Bloggers, Brands and Fear
December 9, 2011
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When Money’s Not an Object
October 17, 2011
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Let’s Talk About Sex… With Your Taxi Driver
December 2, 2011
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Day 270: The Saga of My Aussie Visa and My Aversion to Waiting
September 29, 2011
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Overcoming the Stress and Anxiety of Saving Enough Money to Travel
February 7, 2012
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Sunday Snap: Dome of the Aya Sofia
February 5, 2012
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Saturday Snap: Hill of Crosses in Lithuania
February 4, 2012
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Thrifty Thursday: Flying Business Class to the Middle of Nowhere for $1500
February 3, 2012
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The January Express 2012
January 31, 2012
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