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Camels, Canyons and Creeping Dunes
Driving to the Yangykala Canyon in Turkmenistan, camel-spotting, pilgrimage feasts and offroad desert driving
Jaimi Cyrus
Aug 30, 20245 min read


Wait…there are 'other' Albanians? And Azerbaijani wine?
From Baku to the historic town Sheki: stayed in a Caravanserei, visited the Albanian Church of Kish and the Khan's palace, enjoyed an Azerba
Jaimi Cyrus
Aug 30, 20246 min read


Trawling towards Turkmenistan
I kind of want to cry. It was another very long night of processes and procedures to embark on this ferry towards the other side of the...
Jaimi Cyrus
Aug 24, 20247 min read


The Giraffe made it to Baku!
You may have seen the update videos on our Insta story, but if not: it worked! The Giraffe arrived safely and intact in Baku, and we...
Jaimi Cyrus
Aug 10, 20242 min read


The Azerbaijan conundrum
Why is Azerbaijan a tricky piece of the journey? We hope we found a solution, but are waiting for the result!
Jaimi Cyrus
Aug 4, 20243 min read


While we're waiting for the Black Sea Ferry...
We're hanging around at the port and just had a disconcerting conversation with a German couple who also have a ticket for the ferry...
Jaimi Cyrus
Aug 2, 20241 min read


From Bulgaria to Georgia, by sea!
All the info about taking the ferry across the Black Sea from Burgas, Bulgaria to Batumi, Georgia. And what's it's like.
Achim Kuttler
Aug 2, 20246 min read


Overlander's Manifesto and Sketchy Castle Visits
Some days don't quite work out as planned, and it's good to have some guidelines for making decisions!
Jaimi Cyrus
Aug 2, 20245 min read


The Beginning: the Silk Road Adventure has commenced!
What’s the longest you’ve been on the road? As I think back, I can identify periods of life where I’ve been away from “home” for many...
Jaimi Cyrus
Aug 1, 20243 min read


Sometimes things are worth a second try
A short overview of the famous Plitvice Lakes in Croatia - it's worth a visit, and some tips to get the most out of it.
Jaimi Cyrus
Jul 24, 20241 min read


Somewhere in Serbia
A quick post to update you on our progress...and delays. Currently driving across Serbia
Jaimi Cyrus
Jul 22, 20241 min read
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