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Hello!

This week's newsletter is full of travel inspiration.

Read about the surreal landscapes of Kazakhstan in our list of the most unique places to travel around the world, get 25% off our travel literature range in our summer sale and get your tickets for an evening with award-winning photographer William Gray at Stanfords Bookshop later this month.

Until next time,

The Bradt Team

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1) Kazakhstan

Kazakhstan is not a country that everyone understands immediately, but that is exactly what makes it special.

It sits in Central Asia as the responsible older brother – vast, steady and built on substance rather than spectacle. Most people pass over it, unaware that Kazakhstan is the anchor that holds the region together, introducing visitors to the unique rhythms of Central Asia before they travel any further.

Out west is Mangystau, a surreal region of white chalk cliffs rising from desert plains, shaped by wind into lunar formations. The Caspian Sea appears at the edge of the steppe, turning the landscape stranger still.

However long you spend in Kazakhstan, you’ll leave with spectacular memories, a sense of perspective, and a clearer understanding of one of the world’s most unique regions – even if you cannot fully explain it on your return.

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​Young Pioneer Tours offer a range of trips to Kazakhstan, as well as regular departures on their renowned ‘Five Stans Tour’.

Visit their website for regular updates on their group, independent and bespoke travel packages to Kazakhstan.

Summer Sale Still On

There's still time to save 25% on our Travel Literature range. Whether you're packing for a holiday or searching for your next great read, now's the perfect time to stock up.

Simply use the code HOLIDAYREAD25 at checkout before 30 July to claim your discount.

An Evening With William Gray

Join award-winning photographer and Photography Weekends Britain author William Gray at Stanfords Bookshop in London on 30 July for an inspiring evening of photography, stories and expert advice.

William will share tips for capturing stunning landscapes, wildlife and travel shots, discuss the inspiration behind his book and reveal the winners of our Photographing the British Isles competition.

Whether you're a keen photographer or simply want to take better holiday photos, you'll leave with plenty of ideas for your next adventure.

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