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Venezuela

Catatumbo Lightning: A Magnificent Natural Phenomenon in Venezuela

Catatumbo Lightning, or "Relámpago del Catatumbo" in Spanish, is an awe-inspiring atmospheric phenomenon that occurs at the mouth of the Catatumbo River where it meets Lake Maracaibo in Venezuela. This rare and breathtaking light show in the sky is caused by a combination of unique geographical and weather conditions in the region. Read all about this incredible phenomenon in our ultimate guide about the Catatumbo Lightning.
03/05/2023
Yemen

Wadi Doan – a hidden gem in Yemen

If you're a traveler who craves off-the-beaten-path destinations, then Wadi Doan (or Wadi Do'an / Wadi Dawan) in Yemen should definitely be on your bucket list. Nestled in the heart of the Hadhramaut Governorate, Wadi Doan is a hidden gem that is rich in history, culture, and natural beauty. In this blog post, we will take you on a virtual tour of this unique destination and give you all the information you need to plan your visit. You can visit Wadi Doan with a private tour or during one of our group tours to Yemen.
02/05/2023
Syria

Syria open for Americans

Our local partner has confirmed that as of now, American citizens can apply for a tourist visa for Syria again. This is great news for anyone who has been wanting to visit this beautiful and historic country. In the recent years Americans were not able to acquire a Syrian tourist visa, but recently this has been changed. Anybody from the United States (U.S.A.) can now apply for a Syrian tourist visa.
20/03/2023
Turkmenistan - Yangykala Canyon - sitting on the edge
Turkmenistan

Turkmenistan Visa – update 2023

Great news for travelers looking to visit Turkmenistan in 2023! The State Migration Service of Turkmenistan has resumed accepting documents for issuing invitations (LOI) for tourist visas after a three-year pause, effective from March 13, 2023. This means that CultureRoad will start as of today with organizing tours again to Turkmenistan.
14/03/2023
Turkmenistan

Turkmenistan Reopens for Tourists in 2023

Turkmenistan's reopening for tourism is excellent news for all travel enthusiasts. Keep an eye out for the latest information about visa requirements, and get ready for an adventure that will take you on a journey across the Silk Road and into the heart of Central Asia
24/02/2023
Syria, Travel report

Trip report: travelling to Syria in 2022

Josephine travelled with CultureRoad on a group tour to Syria in 2022. Read her full trip report below. Because of my work with refugees, many of them Syrian, I became increasingly curious about the country in recent years. Syrians would often tell me proudly about their country and then say, "Come to Syria! Then you will also see the other, beautiful side of the country". Thanks to CultureRoad, I finally got to visit this special homeland of many. How worthwhile it was!
01/11/2022
Press release, Syria

First Western travel agency to offer trips to Syria again

For the first time since the civil war, western travel companies are offering trips to Syria again. One of them is the Dutch travel agency CultureRoad, which is responding to an increasing demand for this special destination. Especially post-COVID, the numbers of inquiries to unique and unusual destinations are increasing at a rapid pace.
27/07/2022
Syria

6 highlights of travelling to Syria

Sitting on the east coast of the Mediterranean Sea and home to some of the world’s oldest continuously inhabited settlements, Syria is a fascinating nation that sits at the crossroads of Europe, Asia Minor and the Middle East. Boasting some of the best preserved ancient ruins in the world in addition to some overwhelmingly beautiful natural scenery, there is no end of sites for the intrepid traveller to visit here. Let’s take a look at the top 6 highlights of Syria.
07/06/2022
Eritrea

The wondrous architecture of Asmara

For true architecture lovers, the capital of Eritrea, Asmara, is a must-see destination in the Horn of Africa. This African capital consists of a unique combination of Art Deco architecture, ancient Orthodox churches and Roman aqueducts. As you stroll through the streets of the capital, you feel as if you are in Italy but 70 years ago. Highly recommended, according to the team at CultureRoad!
17/02/2022
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