Unwrapped travel

While some die-hards still keep hard-copy journals — you know, the type where you actually are required to life a pen and write in it — many people are now opting for online travel journals and blogs as a means to not only document their trip, but also to keep in touch with family and [...]

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Greg Jorgensen, Bangkok BTS rider extraordinaire has just submitted another piece of Bangkok Skytrainism with a profile of Sala Daeng BTS. Set at the heart of the Bangkok CBD (in this case meaning both Central Business District and Central Boogie District), Sala Daeng is a key BTS station for those who want to eat out [...]

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The internet is everywhere — it really is. In Thailand and Vietnam you’ll struggle to find a town that does not have at least a rudimentary internet cafe, while in the bigger cities you’ll have a wealth of modern, air-conditioned, spacious and comfortable options to choose from. In Vietnam now, many guesthouses and hotels supply [...]

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There’s nothing worse than going on a great trip only to spend the whole time sick as a dog. With a few basic precautions and an ounce of common sense most of the more serious issues can be avoided. Here are a few pointers to consider:

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Insurance — don’t leave home without it — it is as simple as that. While medical care is cheaper in Asia than the west, you will be expected to be able to pay for any treatment you require, and, for serious injuries, the costs can build up very quickly. In countries with undeveloped to non-existent [...]

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Thailand has close to the best food in SE Asia and is one of the most varied, sumptuous and flexible foods in the world. If you enjoy eating and spend a good stretch of time in Thailand sampling the cuisne, then chances are you’ll fine Lao and Khmer food somewhat of a let down — [...]

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How easy is it to travel in Cambodia, Laos, Thailand and Vietnam? Of the four, Laos and Cambodia are probably the most challenging, but even then they are not that difficult, while Thailand, with an extremely well-developed tourist infrastructure is by far the easiest. In most tourist centres in Thailand you’ll find it pretty easy [...]

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Most drugs which are illegal in the West are also illegal in Cambodia, Laos, Thailand and Vietnam. Penalties can be extremely harsh and in some cases include the death penalty. Despite this, drugs are often available — particularly marijuana, but ecstasy, cocaine, speed and other amphetamines and heroin can be found in many popular tourist [...]

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Given the very low price of budget accommodation in Cambodia, Laos, Thailand and Vietnam, it hardly seems worthwhile to camp for the purposes of saving money. However if you’re planning on camping to experience the national parks and so on, Thailand is an excellent destination. Many of the National Parks have assigned camping grounds and [...]

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Intrepid BTS rider Greg Jorgensen has just submitted his latest piece of Bangkok Skytrainism with a profile of Ratchadamri BTS. Just spitting distance from one of Bangkok’s most elite clubs and one of its largest English schools, an exploration of this part of town leaves Greg a little lacking, needing a few refreshing drinks of [...]

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