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I won’t go so far as to say I hate Bali, though I doubt I would ever return there, even if someone paid me.
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Does Singapore have beautiful beaches and, if so, where are they?
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Taking the train from Vientiane to Bangkok (or vice-versa) is the cheapest and, indeed, the most relaxing way to bridge the gap between the capital cities of Laos and Thailand.
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As a gay traveler in Singapore, you should be mindful of the country’s laws when visiting gay establishments and engaging in homosexual activity.
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Although Koh Mak is far from deserted, silence and tranquility are never more than a short walk or bike ride away.
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Many of the other expats I met in China were adamant about being either “Beijing People” or “Shanghai People.” Which city is more your style?
Continue ReadingVietnam in Dong and Dollars
The Vietnam travel cost is uniformly low, whether you’re a backpacker searching for budget bets, or a high-end travel in search of five-star bargains.
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