Cosmodrome Baikanur open again for unfriendly countries and people
Due to Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine and subsequent Western sanctions, visitors from unfriendly countries—Westerners, that is — were no longer welcome at the Baikanur Cosmodrome starting in 2022. But lo and behold, although the war is unfortunately still ongoing and Western countries haven’t exactly become friendlier to Russia, they are welcome again! So, […]
Journalists and bloggers visit Mangystau in September 2026
Dutch (and other) journalists and bloggers are currently visiting the western region of Mangystau, known for its chalk cliffs, canyons, and surreal landscapes. We’re curious about their experiences and future stories and videos on (social) media! Mangystau is accessible from the port city of Aktau, which even has an international airport. The region is becoming […]
Will Baikanur be reopened for all!?
Indeed, those rumors are going around mid-late March. Because, since the brutal Russian invasion of Ukraine and the Western sanctions, visitors from ‘unfriendly countries’ (read: the West) are no longer welcome at the Cosmodrome Baikanur, a Russian-leased piece of Kazakhstan from which Russian rockets plus international crews are launched into space, mostly on their way […]
Wintersports holidays in Kazakhstan!?
Yes, this is well possible as many airliners crews will confirm – they have been enjoying for many years the one hour drive from Almaty center to skiing resort Chymbulaq for some downhill skiing. Of course, we offer more in our wintersports program. You will discover Almaty, have a chance to skate on legendary ice-skating […]
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