Hi! I'm Chris. I lived in Iraqi Kurdistan for 2 years (2022–2024), giving me unique insights into one of the world's most misunderstood regions. I hiked the mountains, made local friends, and learned the culture from the inside.
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Metro UK
Interviewed about leaving Europe to live in China, Korea and Iraq. Iraqi Kurdistan looks nothing like what most people picture when they hear the word "Iraq". You actually find snowy mountains, waterfalls and deep canyons up there.
Fodor's Travel
Shared the experience of hiring a local guide for the Zagros Mountains. Going without a local guide in Kurdistan is quite risky. The city is safe, but it is still an unstable region.
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Last updated: Mar 2025
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