Reflections on Life

[peacetraveler22]

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[me_frai]

In Northern Caucasus region you can find rather wild and remote places, and it`s not as cold in winter as Eastern Siberia, but some places are not safe and there are not any turist facilities almost at all. But the last thing is global russian problem I suppose)

[peacetraveler22]

I don't mind the polar temps or long nights. Lake Baikal - it's a dream! But so far away and requires a lot of money and time. Yes, tourist infrastructure is a problem in all parts of Russia. I don't really understand the National Parks system there, but I believe one exists to regulate and maintain some of these wilderness areas.

[pin_gwin]

Russian National Parks mostly like US wilderness preservation areas, they have only limited accessibility for the visitors and even may be closed for them.

[peacetraveler22]

I've only visited a few National Parks in the U.S., but I'm always amazed by the dedication of all the Park Rangers to keep the areas clean and inform visitors about the nature and history in the relevant region. In this way, America is very smart. It realizes good tourism infrastructure = a lot of dollars for the country and States!

[real_marsel]

I remember that day...

[peacetraveler22]

It can never be forgotten...:(( Just waiting for another terrorist event to happen here in America. So many crazy extremists running around and some of them are holding U.S. and European passports.

[tombormor]

Dear Shannon,
Unfortunately, I haven't ever been to Kamchatka, but I heard a lot about it, and it must be magnificent. But I've been to Altay mountains many times, and you can find some of my pictures here: https://www.facebook.com/tamara.b.morozova/media_set?set=a.283910648316.144179.731738316&type=3.

This trip was in January, so it might be interesting for you. And if you need I could share some information and tips about Altay. Beware, temperatures there may fell by -45-50 degrees Celsius at winter :)

[peacetraveler22]

Thanks for the photos and happy belated birthday! I hope you had a nice day. :) Thanks also for your FB message a few weeks ago. I'm sorry I did not have time to respond. I was preparing for the Alaska trip, and now I'm already on business travel again for the next few weeks. In mid-October, my work schedule should clear up. Let's try to meet for coffee, tea or some stronger beverage :)) then.

[tombormor]

Thank you :) I understand that you are busy, so no worries. Just let me know when you'll have time, and I will be glad to drink whatever it is with you :)

Some Ideas

[pin_gwin]

This blog may give you some ideas.
http://aquatek-filips.livejournal.com/
This nice guy recently was on Baikal lake,
Also he has lots of Krym reports since he is from Sevastopol, and he loves that place. BTW, this part of (what do you think???) is not so developed and mostly highland area. I also pretty sure it is absolutely safe there, it is not a hot spot like painted in our local media.
You may also consider Russian North, like Solovki, I think, this place is wild enough in a special prospective.
https://www.google.com/maps/@64.8336825,35.7785867,8z?hl=en
Also - if you will go to Russia now, you may be subjected to the results of anti-American propaganda.

Re: Some Ideas

[peacetraveler22]

I read the blogger aquatek-filips, he's an amazing photographer! I like all of his reports. Never heard of Solovki, but it looks quite interesting. Thanks! :)

[g_kar]

Altai region is awesome.
I was there once when I was 7 or 8 y. o. - nature there was quite beautiful.

BTW, is Las Vegas more or less noisy/crowded than Moscow? :)

[peacetraveler22]

Las Vegas is only crowded in the main tourist area, where all of the flashy casinos are. But, yes, it's very crowded, loud and full of drunk people and scantily clad women. In some ways, the same as Moscow. :)

[g_kar]

He-he :)