Kabul Survival in Afghanistan
Most international organisations working in Kabul have their own guesthouses for their employees. Others are put up in the numerous guesthouses in town. These are all private houses converted into Bed and Breakfasts of varying standards and services. If you’re arriving for the first time without any accommodation arranged you’re probably better off heading straight to the Mustafa Hotel . The taxi driver at the airport will know where it is, there’s a good vibe there, lots of journalists and other foreigners and Wais, the owner, is a real Mr Fix It and can get a translator, driver and car set up for you. It’s also right in the centre of town and just a short walk from Chicken and Flower streets where you can buy all your souvenirs and supplies (including bottled water).
