From Herat to Kandahar: What’s it like crossing Afghanistan by bus for 10 hours?

Traveling through Afghanistan is, by definition, stepping out of your comfort zone. But there is one specific stretch that makes even the most experienced traveler take a deep breath: the road connecting Herat to Kandahar. We are talking about crossing the provinces of Helmand and Kandahar—regions that, for decades, were the epicenter of conflict and […]

Kandahar: My Journey Through the Birthplace of the Taliban, Alone and Without a Guide

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to stand in a place that, for decades, was considered the most dangerous in the world? Recently, I landed in Kandahar, Afghanistan. Not just a city, but the spiritual and political epicenter of the Taliban (or “TB,” as locals and travelers often call them to avoid trouble). Traveling […]

Kandahar: A Journey Through the Birthplace of the Taliban and the World’s Most Conservative City

Traveling to Afghanistan is, in itself, a challenge that demands courage and an open mind. But when the destination is Kandahar, the experience reaches an entirely different level. Known as the spiritual birthplace of the Taliban, this city is often described as the most conservative place on the planet. Recently, my wife Nikki and I […]

Solo Travel to Afghanistan: Is Herat Truly the Country’s Most Liberal City?

Traveling to Afghanistan is, without a doubt, one of the greatest challenges I have ever faced in my life as a traveler. When I decided to explore this nation—historically known as the “Graveyard of Empires”—I knew it wouldn’t be an ordinary journey. After navigating through Kabul and Bamiyan, my next destination was Herat, a city […]