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.

Bridgetown , General info:
10/10

The coral island of Barbados colonised over 380

years ago is 20 by 14 miles across and is the

most easterly of the Windward Islands (50 miles

from St. Vincent). The wettest month is October

the driest is March and mean temperature is

85ºF(29ºC). English is spoken by the

quarter-million population.

Bridgetown , Different stuff:
9/10

Barbados boasts the purest water supply you will find anywhere. Rainwater is filtered naturally through natures own coral filter system, and eventually collected underground. You can drink water from the tap anywhere on the island.

Bridgetown , Don't miss:
8/10

The Holders Season is established as the premier cultural event in the Caribbean. Acclaimed nationally and internationally, the season is a celebration of opera, music and theatre. The production always plays to capacity houses and it's high artistic standard draws audiences from around the world.

Bridgetown , Food:
9/10

Bridgetown and Barbados truly offers a full array of culinary experiences, from the local fish fry at Oistins to breathtaking gourmet ocean front dining. From upscale restaurants to fast food eateries you will sample the local ingredients, delicacies, Bajan culture and obtain the true taste of the Caribbean.

Bridgetown , Hotels:
9/10

There is little, if any, accommodation in Bridgetown itself. Most visitors stay either on the small towns on the South coast or at one of the resorts near the west coast.

Bridgetown , Safety:
9/10

Crime rate is low like in all Caribbean area.