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.

Berkeley , General info:
10/10

Berkeley is a city on the east shore of San Francisco Bay in Northern California, in USA. this city is known as one of the most politically liberal in the nation.

Berkeley , Cheap stuff:
8/10

plastic solar cells, gas.

Berkeley , Different stuff:
10/10

Sather Tower

Berkeley , Don't miss:
10/10

Judah L. Magnes Museum, Greek Theater, Telegraph Avenue and People's Park are known as centers of the counterculture of the 1960s, Cragmont and La Loma Park have dramatic views, winding streets, and numerous public stairways and paths.

Berkeley , Food:
10/10

Chez Panisse, Zachary's Chicago Pizza, Gary Danko, House of Prime Rib, Cafe Intermezzo, Le Cheval...

Berkeley , Hotels:
10/10

Claremont Resort, Hotel Durant, Rose Garden Inn, Berkeley City Club, Americas Best Value Inn...

Berkeley , Safety:
7/10

This city is safe as others cities in USA