Men Türkmenistany gowy görýärin we ýakyn wagtda bu ajaýyp ýurda baryp görmek isleýärin.

1:  ASHGABAT

The capital of Turkmenistan of Ashgabat is the first thing to see. The city is listed in the Guinness Book of Records as the whitest city on the planet. 543 buildings are built in the same style-they are lined with white marble. Absolutely beautiful architecture and extremely clean.

2. The ancient city of Nisa

If you drive 18 kilometers west of Ashgabat, you can meet the remains of the ancient city of Nisa. The monuments are protected and included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. The exhibits found during the excavations are kept in the State Cultural Center of Turkmenistan.

3. The Ruins Of Merv

In the south-eastern part of Turkmenistan, there is another UNESCO World Heritage Site, older than Nisa. These are the ruins of the ancient city of Merv. Its top is still decorated with a brick dome. The items found during the excavations are kept in the United Museum of History. I LOVE THIS COUNTRY!

4. Fiery Gas Crater of Karakum Desert

The place of the Fiert Gas Crater of Karakum Desert in Turkmenistan is remembered for a lifetime. Darvaza means “gate” in the national language. The gas crater 90 km from the village of Yerbent is very unique. Anyone who comes here at night becomes an eyewitness to an incredible sight: in the middle of the sands, in pitch darkness, an orange fiery light breaks out from under the ground.

5. Traditional cuisine

People travel to Turkmenistan to eat delicious meat and fish. Most of all, the locals love chicken and lamb. The restaurants serve game, goat and camel meat. Milk is drunk by camel and sheep. The serving plate in Turkmenistan is prepared at every step. Lamb meat is finely chopped, fried in lard and canned.

I love Turkmenistan and I hope to visit this beautiful country soon.  Bu ýurt haýran galdyryjy we ýakyn wagtda görmek isleýärin.

Gustav Rosted Soerensen

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The prices to fly in and out from Istanbul in Turkey are quite good and easy and that is what we are going to do!

WE ARE GOING TO TURKMENISTAN – GUS1THEGO EXPEDITION – 26TH OF JUNE – 30TH OF JUNE 2023

WHY VISIT TURKMENISTAN?

I mean, why not? One of the most unique and isolated countries you can explore on the planet. Enjoying a somewhat unique reputation as, not only the least explored country along the old Silk Road, but also probably the most eccentric of the Central Asian republics, modern Turkmenistan is very much the product of its ex president, Saparmurat Niyazov, otherwise known as Turkmenbashi. Spotting a gold statue of its former ruler on practically every corner, the country is awash with towns and portraits dedicated to one of the world’s most flamboyant and repressive dictators. Turkmenistan has a lot to offer!

Much of the country is covered by the large, empty and very hot Kara Kum or Black Sands Desert, which for centuries was Turkmenistan’s best defence against a long list of outsiders, adventurers and encroaching armies.

A visit to Turkmenistan holds the promise of a journey into a rich and colourful land still totally untouched by tourism, where strangers are merely friends that haven’t been introduced yet. Can’t wait to check out this special country with you!

TOUR PROGRAMME – TURKMENISTAN GUS1THEGO GROUP TRIP – SUMMER 2023 – 26TH OF JUNE – 30TH OF JUNE

Day 1: Arrive in Ashgabat

We will do sightseeing in Ashgabat, visiting the main monuments and sites including the Arch of Neutrality, Independence Monument, Wheel of Enlightenment, Earthquake Memorial. The capital Ashgabat is all over the Record Book of Guinness. It has The World’s Largest Indoor Ferris Wheel, The Largest Architectural Star, Largest Building in the Shape of a Horse, Highest Density of White Marble-Clad Buildings and The Tallest Unsupported Flagpole. Just to name a few of them!

Does it sound interesting to visit a place with that many Guiness World Records?! Well, then you should maybe consider joining my group trip to Turkmenistan! We have limited spots, so be fast as they will be taken quick.

Day 2: Ashgabat – Darvaza

In the morning visit Nissa and the Turkmenbashy Mausoleum and Mosque. Return to Ashgabat for Lunch. In the afternoon drive roughly 4 hours to the Gates of Hell, camping overnight.

Day 3: Darvaza – Ashgabat

In the morning we’ll visit the other two craters at Darvaza, then continue on to Ashgabat. We’ll be taken to the Russian bazaar to explore and have lunch. Free time in the afternoon. We’ll be able to explore sights you might have missed on the first day or just explore this extraordinary city taking in life.

Day 4: Depart Ashgabat

Day 4 we are going to say goodbye and fly out of Ashgabat after an once in a lifetime travel experience in Turkmenistan! Are you excited? I really am! Hope to see you with a new GUS1THEGO EXPEDITION IN TURKMENISTAN. Be aware that the trip might sell out fast and we have limited spots, so sign up as fast as you can.

INCLUDED

Those prices are all based on twin share. It will include tents, transportation, sleeping bags and equipment for camping. Breakfast. The hotel is Ak Altyn 4Star (used to be the Sheraton before the government took over.)

EXCLUDED

PCR-tests (if needed – not as it is right now)
Flights in an out of Turkmenistan.
Lunch and dinner.

Guys, it’s now or never! We don’t know what will happen with Turkmenistan. Will it remain open, will it close again? Come with me now and let’s visit Turkmenistan now while we can! Are you ready to join us 26TH OF JUNE – 30TH OF JUNE? Send an e-mail NOW to gus1thego@outlook.com explaining a little about yourself and why you should join our EPIC EXPEDITION!

Best regards

Gustav Rosted
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FULL SYRIA TRIP WITH ME?

I traveled around Syria for 10 days in 2018 and I always wanted to return and now I feel like it’s the right time.. 3rd of July –  9th of July 2022 and I will bring a small group with me.. Sounds cool? Okay, then read along, because this is going to be a trip of a lifetime and we will cover ALL the best places of Syria.. Are you ready to explore with me and try the most amazing food and ancient, marvelous sites that are real blessings to your eyes?

FULL PROGRAMME

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'The World's LONGEST TRAIN'

19TH OCTOBER to 26TH OCTOBER 2024

I have now done the Iron Ore Train in Mauritania 7 times and I can tell you this is one of the most amazing travel experiences you can do in Africa, which by the way is my favourite Continent, because of all the wild adventures. To jump on the World’s longest train 700 km through the SAHARA DESERT is one the absolute best and most authentic travel experiences you can get and everyone in my previous groups ranked the trip 1 million/10. These are memories we have together now!

NEW GROUP TRIP –  2nd of OCTOBER to 9th of OCTOBER 2023

We have additionally added camping at this sand dune, which is not even on Google Maps yet and we will have to find it by driving off road, but we have done it before and will do it again! Are you ready for an experience of a lifetime? Come with me! Here is some info:

The January 2022 and 2023 Gus1thego Expedition in Mauritania were simply unforgettable, but a lot of people were unable to join me on these dates.. I have itchy feet already again, the locals are struggling there with jobs opportunities, so therefore I’m giving you guys a NEW chance to do the Iron Ore Train with me. We will hit up all the highlights in Mauritania from 19TH of October to 26TH of October 2023 and end it with the world’s most fascinating train ride in the Sahara desert. Are you ready to join me?

Day 1 – Nouakchott

• We will arrive at your convenience into Nouakchott – the largest and capital city of Mauritania which is well connected from many countries within Africa and most of Europe. You can fly from Tunis, Istanbul or Casablance. I flew from Tunis last.
• Airport pick up and overnight at a hotel in Nouakchott. We will pick you up from the airport, don’t worry!
• Go To The Camel Market. We will hit up the largest camel market in Nouakchott, Mauritania

Day 2 – Chinguetti

• Wake up in the morning and enjoy a cooked breakfast by camp fire
• Begin exploring the Adrar Region of Mauritania
• Visit Azoughi oasis and village for a tea stop and experience how the locals live

Afternoon

• Drive to the UNESCO world heritage site of Chinguetti – a holy city of Islam. You’ll visit the library and other historical monuments and landmarks including the much loved Friday Mosque of Chinguetti, the national symbol of Mauritania.
• Evening sunset watched from the huge sand dunes of Chinguetti
• Dinner and overnight at Hotel – Traditional stone guesthouse

Day 3 – Chinguetti – Ouadane

Morning

• Breakfast at hotel. Ready to see the TALLEST Sand Dunes in Mauritania!
• Begin 80km drive through pure desert and sand dunes: on the way stopping in Tanounichert for a tea stop with the locals – once upon a time it was an important stop of the trans-caravan routes of the Sahara. Ouadane is the Pompei of Mauritania for its sprawling city in ruins which is sure to amaze you. It was here that products of sub-Saharan Africa were traded with those of the Maghreb. The Portuguese arrived in 1487 and transformed the city into a local centre of cultural, economic and scientific advancement.

Afternoon

• Explore the streets and see the buildings that once glorified the country as a whole and then move on to the new part of town where you’ll be sure to mingle with the locals.
• Traditional dinner and overnight in the Hotel.

Day 4 – Zoerat – IRON ORE TRAIN

• Get through a rather chilly, very loud, and pretty uncomfortable night. Then brag about this experience for the rest of your life! 20 hours of absolute madness and one h*ll of a story to tell when you get old! It’s now or never..
• The Mauritania train is the longest train in the world at 2,500m.

Day 5 – Noaudhibou

Exploring the harbour city and the cool shipwreck!

Day 6 – Noaudhibou- Noaukchott

Morning

• An early rise for breakfast and the long drive to the Mauritanian capital city of Nouakchott

Afternoon

• On the way stopping for lunch at San Francisco Café for a hearty meal and access to WiFi after a few days of deprivation.
• Arrive in time to catch the lively Atlantic fish market. Every evening hundreds of fishermen bring in the day’s catch on their distinct sea canoes recognized by their colourful hand-painted hulls. The catch is then brought by donkey cart to the city’s markets
• Visit the National Museum where artefacts of the history of Mauritania and its ancient cities are exposed – this will allow you to have a quite recap of what you’ve seen in the last days.
• Visit the local craft market where locals specialise in camel wool rugs
• Driving tour of the massive embassies of the main players of the region – USA, China, France, and Russia.
• Quick photo stop by the Great Mosque of Nouakchott – funded by Saudi Arabia and built in 1982.
• Head to the beach for some great people watching. This is where local Nouakchottois come to escape the city and cool off.
• Farewell dinner at a local restaurant
• Overnight in Nouakchott

Tour price includes:

• Airport Transfer *2
• Accommodation in clean and comfortable 3* and 4* hotel in good location
• Breakfast, lunch and dinner
• Private transport in a 4×4 and tickets for the train
• English-speaking accompanying guides
• All entrance fees
• ALL PERMITS NEEDED FOR TRAVELLING AROUND MAURTIANIA

VERY IMPORTANT NOTE: IF ANYONE DECIDES TO CANCEL AFTER PAYING, they can NOT BE REFUNDED as we need to pay for cars, guides, hotels, driver and lots of things in advance. YOU DO AGREE ON THIS WHEN YOU HAVE PAID THE DEPOSIT AND DECIDES TO JOIN THE TRIP! Why would you cancel anyway?

Tour price DOES NOT include:

• Travel Insurance
• Tips
• Souvenir/clothing/shopping

Send me an e-mail to gus1thego@outlook.com on why you should join the Iron Ore Train Expedition! Looking forward to hear from you as soon as possible. Our team will be amazing and I can’t wait do this with you! Gustav / gus1thego

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Socotra Expedition (gus1thego)

Monday the 4th of October 10 am > Abu Dhabi – Socotra and back

After spelunking we will return to Arher – the afternoon is yours to relax in the surrounding serenity or join another hiking to the top of the plateau. The hike to the mountain ridge offers a bird’s-eye-view of both sides of the northern and southern shorelines. A highlight of the trip unique to our tour. Afterward we will dine and camp once again at the stunning Arher beach.

After filling our cameras with as many pictures of the Dragon’s Blood Trees as we can, we will continue by road towards Derhur Canyon. After Dixam Plateau, the road plunges 400 m (1312 ft) into a profound chasm slicing through the granite, giving a completely different atmosphere from the airy heights of the plateau. The lush canyon floor has been planted with palm trees, in the shade of which lay Bruce’s Green Pigeons and Laughing Doves. We can refresh ourselves by swimming in the wadi’s deep pool, escaping the midday heat.

Day 6: Qalansyia/ Detwah Lagoon/ The Golden Beach of Shuab

How does it feel to wake up on such a remote and idyllic beach?

In the morning, we will continue to neighboring Detwah Lagoon, which is a marine protected area renowned for its magic landscape. You will be charmed by a white sandy tongue surrounded by turquoise waters of the bay. This surely is one of the best views on the island. You can jump in the shallow sea there and enjoy the paradise. Only be careful with sting rays that can be seen in the lagoon. There is also an array of sea birds to be seen in the lagoon. 
We can take a boat to Shuaab area to see the dolphins playing and swim in near a very pure and clean long sandy beach, once arrive Shuaab area we can have a look on the mangrove area. Be sure to look out for Spinner Dolphins along the way. Cormorants also frequent the area. Once at Shu’ab we will have lunch and the afternoon is free to swim and enjoy this pristine beach setting, complete with mangroves. In late afternoon we take the boat ride back to Qalansyia. Line fishing may also be possible from the boat, if you want fish for dinner of course.
Dinner and overnight in Detwah campsite.

Day 7: Delisha Beach

In the afternoon, we will visit Hadibo city and Delisha beach with pristine white sands full of crabs. You will relax while swimming both in the sea and in a freshwater lagoon. If you are full of energy you can climb a huge sand dune overseeing the beach. There is also a possibility of watching a fabulous sunset from Delisha.
Dinner and Overnight Delisha or Adeeb camp.

IMPORTANT! If you want to be one of the fortunate travelers selected for the Socotra Expedition be sure to:

• Understand the destination and the risks involved.
• Make sure the dates work for you! You need 100% assurance that you can take off on those dates.
• Send us your travel resume and your background (nationality of your passport, city you are based in, age, previous travel experience, usual travel style…) on the contact email as we’ll carry out a selection process.
• A negative COVID test will be required for everyone’s safety prior to visiting.
• This is a one time opportunity, but make sure you’re responsible enough to understand what it entails. If you have any doubts, just email us on the contact below.

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1. Celebrating Christmas in Zimbabwe

There is something special about a hot Christmas (especially when you’re from a cold country like Denmark,) and celebrating Christmas in t-shirt and shorts in the heat is just what you need. I love escaping the cold winter from home! To celebrate Christmas in Zimbabwe with two of my good Danish friends was a great experience, and after some delicious African food for dinner, we went straight to the dessert, which was of course some super spicy Carolina Reaper chili’s, which is the strongest chili in the World, (because it wasn’t hot enough already?!) My friend Emil went puking om the grass afterwards and then jumped in the pool to try to save his life! It’s amazing how fast you can empty 2 liter of milk after such a little spicy fellah!

Amazing Christmas in Zimbabwe!

2. Helicopter Tour Over Victoria Falls

It was quiet pricey, but he needed to do it. Helicopter trip over Victoria Falls. 3 big Danish guys and a pilot in the smallest helicopter over the huge waterfalls. We were all looking nervous at each other when the helicopter made strange noises, but at the same time we were amazed to soar over the iconic Victoria Falls— one of the seven wonders of the natural world— on this helicopter flight. An aerial view is definitely the only way to take in the vast scope of the waterfall. Plus, the flight enables you to see both the Zimbabwe and Zambian side of the falls without the hassle of the border crossing. Pretty awesome!

3. Bungee Jumping in Victoria Falls

First we wanted to see how high we could go over the Victoria Falls, and after how low we could get. Bungee Jumping in Victoria Falls was a MUST-DO! It’s a 111m (364ft) drop falling almost into the Zambezi River, jumping off the historical Victoria Falls Bridge with extremely scenic views and crocodiles below. I remember the day before the jump we watched some horrible fails from this place, where an Australian woman went straight into the water. It didn’t make any of us more nervous at all! It was a great experience though!

4. Speed Boat Tour Chasing Hippos

Though they look pretty slow, clumsy and friendly, we all know hippos aren’t necessarily any of these things — they can run very fast, and are Africa’s most dangerous animal to get close to. Hippos kill more humans each year than great white sharks and lions combined! These guys are lethal. So why not take a speed boat through a very narrow lake full of hippos in Zimbabwe? That’s what me and my friends did on the border to Botswana! We were all so scared when our speed boat driver gave it full speed towards an enormous hippo in our super small, cr*ppy speed boat, but what we didn’t know was when an object moves towards a hippo with full speed in a narrow place like this, it apparently makes the hippo scared, so instead of a brutal collision, we saw the hippo turn in the other direction torpedo through the water away from us. That what an absolutely wild experience and I’m so glad it turned around and ran away!

5.Walking Around Wild Rhinos

Is is stupid? Yes. Would I do it again? No. Matter of fact we went walking around wild rhinos by ourselves in Zimbabwe and it was nerve-wrecking as few other things! If these guys decide to attack you, you probably won’t stand a chance. White rhinos can weigh over 3500 kg (7700 lb.)  Stupid, stupid, stupid! Will never do it again! I promise!

That’s It And What A Crazy Trip in Zimbabwe!

I forgot to tell you we also ate some delicious crocodile meat, ate mopane worms which were alive (the worst thing I’ve ever tasted – you could feel them moving around in your throat,) drove past Robert Mugabe’s house (it was that time where the military would shoot at your car if you stopped in front of it,) and did some epic road trips. We should have had a diploma for this trip, but at least we had a diploma for eating these terrible mopane worms. They were so bad – But Zimbabwe wasn’t, it was a really great country!

Gustav

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These are the 3 BEST things about Riga!

1. Explore Riga Old Town

The heart of Riga, the UNESCO listed Old Town is undeniably picturesque. Narrow cobblestone streets wind their way past restaurants, museums, galleries and medieval churches, unexpectedly opening up onto squares bustling with street cafes and markets. House of the Black heads building above is my favorite!

Exploring Old Town Riga is an excellent way to spend a day in Riga, and the best way is to lose yourself, wandering the streets and ancient alleyways.

2. Visit Armoury Bar

Many people (especially guys) have a fascination with firearms and given the numerous displays of authentic pistols, machine guns, semi-automatic weapons and even grenades at this fun bar, it has all of that to fulfill a funny childhood fascination! A cozy and awesome bar!

3. Visit Europe’s Largest Market – The Riga Central Market

Riga Central Market is Europe’s largest market and bazaar in Riga, Latvia. It is one of the most notable structures from 20th century in Latvia and has been included in UNESCO World Heritage Site list together with Old Riga in 1998. Oh man, Riga has so much to offer, these were only 3 quickies. Try out the nightlife too, super cheap!

Riga Is A Criminally Underrated City – So Go And Visit!

Whenever a “Western” friend visits Latvia, it’s pretty much guaranteed that the words “oh my gosh this is so cheap” escape their mouths at some point. Food, hotel and transportation is very affordable, and since Riga is fairly small, it’s a really cool city to visit for a few days and walk around and enjoy. Maybe have a pint at night, who knows!

See You In Riga, Latvia!

I really like this young-feeling city with a wealth of culture to explore. Okay, guys, I’ll see you in Riga, Latvia next time!

Gustav

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1. Morocco is located in the northwestern corner of Africa.

2. The Kingdom of Morocco is the official name of Morocco.

3. There are approximately 36 million people living in Morocco.

4. The capital city of Morocco is Rabat.

5. The largest city in Morraco is Casablanca.

6. The official currency of Morocco is the Dirham.

7. The people of this area are called Berbers or Amazigh.

8. Moroccans speak a dialect of Arabic known as Darija.

9. Toubkal is the tallest mountain of Morocco and the highest peak in North Africa.

10. The official languages of Morocco are Berber and Arabic.

11. The most well-known Moroccan food is couscous, a dish typically eaten on the Islamic holy day.

12. The most popular sport in Morocco is Football.

13. Marrakech is a popular tourist attraction in Morroco.

14. Agadir is one of the major urban centers of Morocco and is located on the Atlantic Ocean.

15. Agadir was mostly destroyed by an earthquake in 1960.

18. Morocco is one of the world’s largest producers of illicit hashish.

19. A Moroccan widow wears white for 40 days after her husband’s death to show she is in mourning.

20. Morocco shares its border with Algeria and Western Sahara.

21. Morocco is the largest producer and exporter of sardines in the world.

22. The Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca is the world’s seventh largest mosque.

23. The Moroccan national costume is called Djellaba.

24. Tangier is the oldest city in Morocco.

25. Morocco is the only African country that is not a member of the African Union.

26. Morocco’s highest point is Jebel Toubkal at 13,665 feet.

27. The lowest point of Morocco is Sebkha Tah.

28. Tourism is one of the country’s most important economic industries.

29. Morocco was the first nation to sign a treaty with the United States in 1786.

30. Morocco is second to Egypt in the Arab world for encouraging friendly relations with Israel.

Hope you enjoyed these 30 Morocco Facts. How many did you know of them? Please comment below!

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10 Worst Travel Experiences Of 2019

The year of 2019 is coming to an end and I’ve had an incredible travel year, where I’ve visited more than 45 countries, new and old ones.. It sounds pretty much perfect, right? Well, not totally. These are my 10 Worst Travel Experiences of 2019!

10. No Phone For 1 Week In Somalia And Eritrea

I had some amazing days in Somaliland, Somalia and out of a sudden my phone goes out (Iphone X), and I can’t open it again. I try everything to recover my phone, but there’s nothing to do. My phone is dead! I’m the type who plans pretty much everything on my phone, so not having it to navigate/plan stuff was incredibly hard for 1 week of travel around Somalia and Eritrea. You can read the full story below by clicking the link.

1 Week In Somalia And Eritrea With NO PHONE

9. 20 Hours Delay In Delhi Airport, India

Because of high tensions between India and Pakistan my flight with Air India (one of the worst airlines from my travel experiences) was delayed. They kept on delaying the flight with 1 hour at a time, so I had to wait in the Airport, because of the insecurity if we were able to go. I ended up waiting for 20 hours, and I just made it last second to some work I had to do in Denmark, because of this crazy delay! Really not nice!

8. Getting Attacked By 2 Gangsters On A Beach Club in Belize

I had a really nice time in Belize City and doing islands hopping in Belize, right until I went to a Beach Club in Caye Caulker Islands. Two drunk guys (probably on drugs too) pushed me super in the back randomly when I was standing in the bar, and I turned around and asked “what are you doing?” I asked as politely as I could, but the second after they were straight in my face threatening me, so I took one of the guys and threw him into one part of the club and the other guy into a wall 5 meters away. They pulled up a knife each, but some people and the security came in between and threw them out of the club. They were apparently known for being bandits and making a lot of troubles in the night life. My adrenaline was pumping and at that time, and I wasn’t scared at all in the second! Nothing happened after and I had a good time still in Belize, super beautiful country! I’m really not the aggressive type normally btw

7. Spending 3 Days In San Pedro Sula, Honduras (Most Murderous City in The World)

Going to San Pedro Sula is an INTENSE experience. I did 2,5 days there, in what was the World’s most murderous city, until Caracas in Venezuela surpassed it recently! You can read about my time in San Pedro Sula here:

My 3 Days In San Pedro Sula The Most Murderous City On Earth

6. Getting Detained For 5 Hours in Ivory Coast

I was detained in Ivory Coast for 5 hours after taking a photo of a flag pole in Ivory Coast that a local Ivorian guy had just taken a photo of seconds before me without any problems. When I took the photo the police yelled “no, no, no!” and took me to the Police Station for 5 hours, where I had to talk to so many different Police Officers.. I threw a water bag in the ground of anger to show them I’m not an easy target to rip off and I’m not soft (that’s how things work in Africa sometimes), and after I slowed down, kept my patience and explained myself well, and therefore I managed to not pay anything. I didn’t do anything wrong and I was really mad about what the police did!

Read how it was like to travel West Africa below.

West Africa Solo With NO Car and 0 Flights Taken!

5. Near Death Experience in Monrovia, Liberia

I have taken between 1,500-2000 motorbike rides on my travels, but I’ve never tried anyone like this. Read about the MOST SCARY RIDE EVER here below!

Near Death Experience In Monrovia Liberia

4. Hotel Shaking Because Of 3 Rocket Attacks, Aleppo, Syria

I had an amazing time traveling around Syria for 1 week, and to be fair the capital Damascus in the south feels even safer than most European capitals. But when you get adventurous (like I usually do,) and travel around a country like Syria, bad things can happen. I haven’t told so many about this, because I want to spread a positive image of Syria and because I had an amazing time in Syria, so I haven’t felt the need to mention it. But since these are my 10 WORST travel experiences, I will do it now. Rocket attacks. 1 of my nights in the north of Syria in Aleppo was intense and I couldn’t fall asleep that night after what happened.

I could literally feel 3 rocket attacks at my hotel, with ISIS less than 20 km west of the city. I went that time ISIS-Leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi was still alive, so it was an intense time in the north of Syria.

Check out my 100% honest video about Syria and the condition of the country here.

YOUTUBE VIDEO – Is Syria Safe? (DENMARK-GUY)

3. Crossing The Most Scary Border Crossing EVER

You can’t believe how crazy this jungle border crossing was. They had closed the original border, so the only way was through the jungle in the night. Read about the story below!

The Scariest Border Crossing – From Guinea Bissau to Guinea

2. Losing My Passport In China

In terms of my most difficult moment of 2019, it was losing my passport in China after coming back from North Korea. I had to stay in China for 1 week extra, and the process of getting an emergency passport was unbelievably hard. My own embassy was unable to help me, and I had to go to 20 different non-English-speaking Police Station, go to the Chinese Embassy and many other Government places in order to get my emergency passport to fly home. This is a process I wouldn’t even wish for my worst enemy, SO DON’T LOSE YOUR PASSPORT IN CHINA AS A DANISH CITIZEN! Or wherever you’re from! I did however try to enjoy my extra week in China as good as I could and got to see some new cool stuff on my 4th visit!

Positive mindset ALWAYS!

1. Caught In Shootings And Explosions In Liberia

I’m writing this 6 months after the episode and to be fair I still have the pictures in my head after what happened this specific day in Liberia. The day where some villagers blocked the only International road to Ivory Coast. I remember all the details, and it’s probably a trauma I’ll have for the rest of my life. Running for my life, seeing two people get shot. It’s something you really don’t want to try!

You can read about the story and all the details here:

Caught In Shootings And Explosions In Liberia

2019 – What A Travel Year It Has Been!

I’m writing the article from the slums of Luanda in Angola, which is said to be Africa’s new hotspot for kidnappings and I forgot all about mentioning a terrorist attack in Mali on my 2nd day there (140 killed), only 30 minutes away from me. I have 2 countries, which are considered dangerous left of 2019, and I hope to not add any more stories to this list.  It was hard to write this article of my worst travel experiences, because I’m a positive guy who loves to travel, and I want to inspire other people to travel more and see the beautiful World of ours. But I also want to show you guys my honest travel experiences, what comes with visiting 130 countries over 7 years of lots of traveling. What comes with being an adventure traveler, and not a tourist who just visits resort or luxury hotels in safe areas, or just sets a foot in a new country and say “hey, I’ve been there now.” That’s really not interesting for me. Traveling to 130 countries on FULL ADVENTURE MODE is not as easy as it might look on Social Media Platforms!

Stay Safe And Travel The World With No Fear

I haven’t told you the thousands of amazing memories I had this year in this article, remember that please. Take care everyone and safe travels always! Never let fear decide anything in your life!

Gustav

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This post is my input: Is Guinea Dangerous?

What Is Guinea?

Guinea is a West African country of 94,926 square miles of land, one of the greenest countries I’ve ever seen. The capital city of Guinea is Conakry and Conakry is also the largest city in Guinea. Guinea has a total population of 10.2 million people and the official language of Guinea is French. Other languages used in Guinea are Fula, Maninka and Susu. Guinea is also called Guinea-Conakry to distinguish it from Guinea-Bissau, which is right next to Guinea, but is very different, in fact they speak Portuguese in Guinea-Bissau, where they speak French in Guinea. A totally different vibe in the two countries!

Dangers in Guinea?

There was a epidemic of Ebola virus disease (EVD) which affected Guinea in 2014 and 2015 and that’s maybe why I didn’t meet 1 tourist here. People are very scared to go to Guinea!

I’ve been to Guinea 3 times, and I’ve made some interesting observations in the country. The people is overall nice in Guinea, but there are a few things you have to be cautious of. Ebola? Yes, there’s still a small risk of an outbreak again, but Ebola is currently under control in the country. Secondly the police. Some of them, not all, but some of the police officers are definitely devils in uniforms in Guinea and will try to get money of out of you in any way possible. I was stopped many times by police or fake police in Guinea who wanted to inspect me, but I never paid any bribes, because I just took my time. I know how to handle situations like this after more than 1,5 year in Africa in total. Some travelers who are not experienced in Africa will maybe fall for the pressure and pay the money they ask for, but as long as you haven’t done anything wrong you should never pay money or bribe anyone. Keep your cool and patience, have order in all of your documents (very important!) and show them you’re tough and not an easy target.

Read my:

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Why Are People Yelling In The Minibus?

Maybe I was unlucky, maybe it was coincident, maybe it was because of the terrible roads in the rain season, but I’ve honestly never experienced more people yelling of each other in minibuses than in Guinea, and I took a lot of these small vans/minibuses. I have been all around Guinea by minibus, by jumping on trucks, cars and motor bikes etc., and I witnessed so many aggressive discussions. Funny enough atmosphere was good outside of these minibuses. Maybe it’s because of the bad road conditions that people get frustrated. Read this to learn a bit more about the roads in Guinea

The Scariest Border Crossing – From Guinea Bissau to Guinea

Some of the roads are okay, some are terrible and some are non-existent! It’s the country I’ve been in with some of the words roads ever during rain season, but also one of the most beautiful countrysides I’ve ever seen. The contradiction is real.

Friendly People?

There are obviously some dangers in Guinea. Dangerous roads, lot of road incidents, corrupt police, but the people in Guinea is in general very friendly. Sure there are good and bad people in every country, and even though I speak limited French I had a good time with many of the Guineans.

Is Guinea A Dangerous Country?

I enjoyed eating 6-7 mangoes a day from the trees in this green and lush West African country. I remember all the good things here, the amazing landscapes, the green scenery, the waterfalls, the wild adventures. Guinea is not for the soft traveler, but it’s a country an explorer loves! I honestly wouldn’t say Guinea is a dangerous country, and I take the few bad experiences I had here with me with a smile. It was tough yes, but I’ll remember Guinea for all the good things. This country was probably my wildest, most off-the-beaten-path adventure ever!

Hope to come back to Guinea again and I’m excited to see the development in this really interesting country. I will follow the future of Guinea closely!

Gustav

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