Astana , General info:
5/10

Formerly Tselinograd, later Akmola. Nowadays it is called Astana. Previously Astana was the oblast's center (administrative unit in Kazakhstan). Now it is a capital since 1997. The capital was transferred from Almaty. Since that time Astana is growing fast. It is situated on both sides of Esil river. The right bank is called old town, whilst the left bank is a new administrative center of the new capital.

Astana , Cheap stuff:
5/10

Astana is one the most expenssive cities in Kazakhstan along with Almaty (financial and cultural center), Atyrau (oil and gas capital) and Aktau (sea port on Caspian). Cheap stuff can be found in bazaars and large markets like "Eurasia", "Arman" and etc.

Astana , Food:
4/10

Eating is a problem in Astana though there are lots of cafes and restaurants. Unfortunately, most of them can not be considered to be cheap or good. Usually, food is expenssive and fairly good. A usual lunch for a person might cost starting from 1500 tenge (13 USD). And it is not a good lunch at all.

Astana , Hotels:
5/10

There are many hotels and lots are being built. Astana can boast Intercontinental hotel, Rixos President hotel and a few more 5* hotels. There are also 2-3 hotels with 4* grading. And lots of 2* hotels. But prices usually high inspite of fair service. A single room in 2-3* hotel might cost 40-50 usd. 6* hotels cost from 200 Usd.

Astana , Safety:
5/10

It is quite safe to walk in the downtown in midnight. Though it is highly not advised to walk somewhere in the suburbs. There lots of police cams and police booths all over the city.

Pueblo , General info:
9/10

The City of Pueblo a Home Rule Municipality that is the county seat and the most populous city of Pueblo County, Colorado, United States. Pueblo is situated at the confluence of the Arkansas River and Fountain Creek 103 miles (166 km) south of the Colorado State Capitol in Denver.

Pueblo , Cheap stuff:
9/10

Everything except hotels and restaurants.

Pueblo , Different stuff:
10/10

With 300 days of sunshine a year, Pueblo is a lively city with a great love of the outdoors. With urban kayak course, bike trails, rivers and lakes for fishing and sunny golf courses, Pueblo is a great place for recreation.

Pueblo , Don't miss:
9/10

Pueblo is the home to Colorado's largest single event, the Colorado State Fair, held annually in the late summer. Families can enjoy Pueblo's Buell Children's Museum, quarter rides at the City Park or the Pueblo Zoo.

Pueblo , Food:
10/10

American, Chinese, Japanese, Italian, Mexican, Pizza-places, Steakhouses, Seafood restaurants, more than enough to enjoy your eating at Pueblo.

Pueblo , Hotels:
6/10

There are decent hotels but prices are high, for those who do not want to pay for over-priced hotels there are lots of fine motels and B&Bs in the area.

Pueblo , Safety:
9/10

Pretty safe city.