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Things to do in Savannakhet: a two-day itinerary

Posted on May 9, 2018July 29, 2022 by Alex Trembath
Stilted restaurants on Bungva Lake Savannakhet
09
May

Savannakhet doesn’t often feature in travellers’ plans for Laos. We spent two days exploring it.

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Posted in Destinations  |  Tagged Asia, Itineraries, Laos, Savannakhet 3 Comments
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Getting around Laos: a guide for first-time visitors

Posted on May 9, 2018July 29, 2022 by Alex Trembath
Songtaew Kong Lor Laos
09
May

Visiting Laos for the first time? We explain how to navigate the confusing transport system.

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Posted in Destinations  |  Tagged Asia, Laos, Transport 3 Comments
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Five great places to eat in Savannakhet, Laos

Posted on May 4, 2018July 27, 2022 by Alex Trembath
Local food in Numphu Savannakhet
04
May

We took a detour from the Laos backpacker route to soak up the diverse food scene of Savannakhet.

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Posted in Destinations  |  Tagged Asia, Food and drink, Laos, Savannakhet 4 Comments
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COPE Visitor Centre, Vientiane: legacy of war in Laos

Posted on May 1, 2018January 17, 2020 by Alex Trembath
COPE Visitor Centre, Vientiane, Laos
01
May

The COPE Visitor Centre in Vientiane tells the story of the USA’s secret bombing campaign in Laos and its lasting consequences.

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Thailand on a budget | 15 tips to help you save money

Posted on April 20, 2018January 17, 2023 by Alex Trembath
Thailand on a budget
20
Apr

Street food, local transport, free attractions: there are many ways to explore Thailand without breaking the bank.

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Posted in Destinations  |  Tagged Asia, Money, Thailand 3 Comments
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The Luang Prabang bar rebuilding a flood-damaged village

Posted on April 13, 2018February 4, 2022 by Alex Trembath
Outside Lao Friend Bar, Luang Prabang, Laos
13
Apr

This is a story of our time at Lao Friend Bar, a charitable business set up by two friends in the sleepy city of Luang Prabang.

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Things to do in Chiang Rai: a two-day cycling itinerary

Posted on April 10, 2018July 20, 2022 by Alex Trembath
Chiang Rai cycling trip in Singha Park
10
Apr

Not everybody can ride a moped. We chose bicycles to get around the sights of Chiang Rai, northern Thailand.

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Posted in Destinations  |  Tagged Asia, Chiang Rai, Cycling, Thailand, Things to do 1 Comment
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Chiang Mai trekking: adventure in the Thai jungle

Posted on April 5, 2018June 24, 2022 by Alex Trembath
Chiang Mai trekking: on the final path
05
Apr

A tale of serene jungle, sunsets, secluded waterfalls, isolated villages and many beers in northern Thailand.

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Posted in Destinations  |  Tagged Asia, Hiking, Thailand, Trekking 20 Comments
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Everything you need to know about the slow boat to Luang Prabang

Posted on April 2, 2018June 23, 2022 by Alex Trembath
Slow boat to Luang Prabang Thailand to Laos
02
Apr

Two days cruising on the Mekong, soaking in views, drinking with new friends? There’s no better way to travel into Laos.

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Posted in Destinations  |  Tagged Asia, Border crossing, Laos, Luang Prabang, Thailand, Transport 9 Comments
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One week in Bangkok: what to do in your 7 day itinerary

Posted on March 26, 2018June 21, 2022 by Alex Trembath
Bangkok itinerary Wat Pho Thailand
26
Mar

A huge, chaotic city. So little time, so much to do! Here’s how we spent a week in the Thai capital, Bangkok.

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