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Attending A Kurdish Engagement Party

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After 3 months in Kurdistan, I can already say that the Kurdish people are one of the most friendly and welcoming people I’ve met. 

Obviously, it’s a region with a very intense history. So, they really appreciate it when you’re here, showing you have faith in the region and really trust the current stable state of it.

I’ve already experienced numerous times where I didn’t have to pay for things, or they gave me extra free food in a restaurant as a way of saying thanks for being here.

After 2 months we met two lovely people, a Dutch guy and a Kurdish woman, they were getting married soon. We talked for a while and they invited us to their engagement party. That’s how fast things can go here!

A unique insight in an amazing culture.

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If you have any questions about visiting Kurdistan, just send me a message and I'll respond as soon as possible. 👍

Chris - Travel blogger and expert in Middle east travel

About the Author - Moving Jack

Hi! I'm Chris, with Middle Eastern experience including 2 years living in Iraqi Kurdistan (2022-2024).

Through local connections, I gained unique perspectives on regional travel to Oman, Lebanon, Turkey and the UAE. My travel advice has been featured by NBC, Business Insider, The Sun US, US News, Fodor's Travel.

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✈️ Thinking About Traveling to Kurdistan?

These Are the Tools I Use:

After traveling to over 40 countries and living in 4, I've learned which tools actually make things easier on the road. These are the websites and apps I always go back to when I'm planning a weekend away, booking longer trips, or figuring things out last minute with my family.

Places to Stay

    Booking a hotel isn't something I take lightly, where you stay can shape your entire trip. I'm all about getting the best value, so I usually bounce between a few sites. Booking.com is my go-to for most destinations, while Agoda often has better deals in Asia. Hotels.com sometimes comes through with even sharper prices, so it's always worth comparing.

  • Booking.com
    My go-to for most destinations.
  • Agoda
    Ideal for hotels and other places to stay in Asia.
  • Hotels.com
    Sometimes Hotels.com has great deals, worth checking out if you're looking for places to stay in Kurdistan.

Booking Flights & Transportation

  • Skyscanner
    Compare flights across airlines in seconds and find the best deals fast to Kurdistan.
  • Trip.com
    Many times I switch back and forth between Skyscanner and Trip.com looking for the best deal. Trip.com has great support but some times it is a hit or miss with finding the best deals. Trip.com works perfectly for booking trains in China and South Korea from my experience. I never used another platform in Asia for train tickets!
  • Expedia
    Great for figuring out how to get from A to B whether it's a plane, bus, or ferry.

Things to Do

    I usually like to explore on my own or ask locals or people that have visited a certain place a lot what the best things to do are. But that isn't always an option. With these websites I can explore what things there are to do in Kurdistan and book something even last minute.

  • GetYourGuide
    Has some unique tours, skip-the-line passes, and authentic local experiences in Kurdistan. Especially great for solo travelers!
  • Viator
    Is similar to Get Your Guide but it can't hurt to check both to get the best deal!
  • Klook
    Offers a more different variety of activities in Kurdistan. Btw, they offer 5% off now for a user's first hotel booking in the app, when you use the code "HotelOnApp".

Stay Connected

  • Airalo
    eSIM app I use to get online instantly in most countries. Especially useful when you arrive late in the evening and Sim Card shops are closed at the airport. It even works in China without a VPN so it saves you money as well from getting a VPN.

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