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A Crash Course in Vietnam Visas
It’s tempting to think of a Vietnam visa on arrival as easy and stress-free, especially if you’ve never been to Vietnam.
Continue ReadingThe Truth About the Koh Yao Islands
For most travelers, the question of “Koh Yao Yai or Koh Yao Noi” doesn’t register.
Continue ReadingHalong Bay for Fancy Folks
I’m not sure the end result of a Halong Bay luxury cruise is any different than an ordinary one.
Continue ReadingWhy I Trust My Teeth to Thailand
The topic of dental work in Thailand is a complex one, to say the least.
Continue ReadingAre the Cameron Highlands Worth a Trip?
A couple days in the Cameron Highlands on your way between Kuala Lumpur and Penang is absolutely a good idea, if only because it’s en route. On the other hand, you should be prepared for what to expect.
Continue ReadingOkinawa Starts Here
Planning an Okinawa itinerary can quickly go from an easy task to an insurmountable one.
Continue ReadingFrom Laos to Thailand (or Back)
Traveling from Laos to Thailand is easier than it’s ever been, whether you go by train or take a flight.
Continue ReadingA Taste of Istanbul
A trip to Istanbul is as much about seeing sights as it is about feeling the energy of a city that straddles continents and centuries.
Continue ReadingGateway to Hokkaido
When I have another opportunity to return to Hakodate, I jump at it.
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