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Thailand

Krabi: Mango Grooves and Chilli Butt

During my last night in Bangkok, when a thundershower made me question whether or not to head out, I thought “Stuff it! It’s my last night in this vibrant city – rain be damned!” I was not far from Soi Cowboy – a hotspot with more adult offerings. I had

Thailand

Bangkok Emporium Mall and Steaming Pots

I was seated next to a young Afrikaner couple who were on their way to party it up on Phuket. That island really appeals so little to me as I advance in age. There was also no crying baby on board! It must have missed its flight. I had a

Morocco

Mad about Morocco with SA Visa Solutions

Morocco will be a month-long adventure, from Casablanca to Marrakesh. I booked a 15-day tour through Intrepid Travel called Best of Morocco, which will take me and a tour group of new potential friends, through colourful cities, medinas, the mountains and the desert. The tour was also part of an annual sale. What luck!

Vietnam

Taken for a Ride (Vietnam Travel Diary #2)

I’ve taken some brief walks around the neighbourhood. It’s a very local vibe. I’m certainly the only bearded stand-out. I’m even living with the locals in the same apartment block. Love it, but very little English is spoken. I’m taking some YouTube classes, but I’m finding Vietnamese very difficult to

Indonesia

Indonesia #2 – Uluwatu

Bali is shaped like a mutated fish. The southern bit (Uluwatu) looks like said fish made a poop, or has a funny fin flopping around down there, depending on your philosophical standpoint. I rented a scooter for the morning and did a lovely self-guided tour of the floppy fin. This

Vietnam

Hungry Ghosts (Vietnam Travel Diary #3)

I’m regretting not having done at least a little bit of research into the local area before booking a full week stay. My morning walk got blocked by a big construction gate. I was trying to get to a garden cafe but Google Maps wasn’t having any of that. It

Vietnam

What The Pho (Vietnam Travel Diary #4)

I’ve been eager to see a water puppet show. I got a response to my emailed inquiry and asked if I could please have a seat reserved for the Friday 8pm show. I grabbed a bike taxi straight after a post-work shower. I got there with two minutes to spare.