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How to get around Patagonia by bus: a backpacker’s guide

Posted on July 31, 2019November 2, 2022 by Alex Trembath
Via Bariloche is one of the companies that runs a direct bus service between Buenos Aires and Bariloche
31
Jul

With huge distances separating the hotspots on the backpacking trail, Patagonia can be tricky to get around.

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Posted in Destinations  |  Tagged Argentina, Buses, Chile, Patagonia, South America, Transport 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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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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10 essential tips for taking overnight buses

Posted on March 18, 2018June 10, 2022 by Alex Trembath
Bangkok bus terminal Instagram
18
Mar

Overnight buses are a great way to get around when backpacking. A few tricks can help maximise your journey experience.

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Posted in Travel career break resources  |  Tagged Buses, Transport, Travel tips 4 Comments
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KK to Brunei and back by ferry and bus: it’s complicated!

Posted on February 17, 2018February 25, 2022 by Alex Trembath
Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque Bandar Seri Begawan Brunei
17
Feb

Getting to Brunei and back from Kota Kinabalu in Malaysia is a complicated business. Here’s how we did it.

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Posted in Destinations  |  Tagged Asia, Bandar Seri Begawan, Border crossing, Brunei, KK, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, Transport 4 Comments

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