‘Did you know Camp that Afghanistan has hosted close to 15’000 tourists in the past couple of years. Apparently, it’s a choice destination for some adventure travellers.’

‘Nothing surprises me anymore. But Afghanistan for a holiday?’

‘This photographer Khyber Khan runs an outfit ‘Uncharted Afghanistan’ that offers tours called ‘Salam Afghanistan’ or ‘Adventure Afghanistan’ that last 9 to 14 days. They lead through cities such as Kabul and Herat or into remote valleys. Turquoise blue lakes, crystal-clear rivers, green fir forests. Passes that wind around snow-capped mountains over 6000 meters high. Untouched landscapes with mystical names such as Nuristan, Shahr-i Gholghola or Dragon Valley. All for under $ 3000, without flights. Emirates flies regularly to Kabul via Dubai.’

‘Don’t tell me you’re planning a trip to Afghanistan?’ Camp said, alarmed.