Thought i'd post this up here in........ 'Route Planning' of all places instead of the Pub section as I've spent so much time and i must say, fascinating time going through past threads and posts relating to my own travel plans.
As i slowly approach my time to go travelling with my other half we have both changed tack on which direction to kick off the journey. Many years ago it was 'Go east' then came the crush on Mid & South America, now its back to Asia again after a little trip to Thailand, Cambodia & Nam.

At the moment we are looking at the options of going East via Russia, The Stans, Mongolia then getting through China (in the most unaided and cost effective way) with a view to continuing around Nepal, India and further. I think using HU for what it is intended for can throw up some interesting observations indeed. I have found that clicking on some of the more relevant threads and finding precious little response quite frustrating and digging back too far can give you outdated info but very interesting in the process.
So, what i invite here is suggested routes taken EAST in the last few years from the UK or even routes WEST getting to the UK by travellers just basically highlighting certain countries and the reasons why one should not risk missing out exploring them. I have my own loose intended route and at present i am researching timescales that dictate those options but will gladly consider good advise from those who have gone before.
Looking to set off if all goes well around spring 2019 but as you know well, plans can change in a heart beat and at present we are both working on our respective semi-retirement options...!!!

Mez and Sue