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View From The Entrance Of The Arniston Hotel, Arniston Bay, South Africa

A few hours drive from Cape Town lies the tiny town of Arniston and the stunning turquoise waters of Arniston Bay – it’s a view you can look at all day (more…)

Whale Watching With A Beer In Hand

Probably the least strenuous way to go whale watching in the world – sit on a bench with a beer and wait (more…)

Bangkok Floods Update 17th November – Getting Back To Normal

While there is still flooding in Bangkok’s suburbs, central Bangkok remains wholly dry and Suvarnabhumi Airport remains fully operational and the threat to central Bangkok is now over. Travel advisories issued by other countries governments (e.g. the British Foreign Office) have been lifted (more…)

Bangkok Floods – Is It Safe For Tourists? Update 2 November

A quick update on my previous posts – Bangkok’s airport continues to operate normally and central Bangkok is still very much dry. The situation is still difficult and travellers need to keep updated with the latest news (more…)

Nok Air Suspends Flights Until November 1st

Nok Air suspends flights from Bangkok’s old Don Muang Airport, Orient Thai move to Suvarnabhumi

Quick update on the Bangkok flood situation – budget carrier Nok Air which operates from the old Don Muang Airport has suspended flights until November 1st. Orient Thai, another budget airline, is moving operations to the main Suvarnabhumi Airport, which continues to operate normally for all other international and domestic flights. The move was prompted by floodwaters coming into the Don Muang area. Ticket holders need to check the respective websites of the operators re refunds and rebooking.

Bangkok Floods – Is It Safe For Tourists? Updated 24 October 2011

The flood situation in Bangkok remains critical and unfortunately has got worse rather than better. However, the vast majority of Thailand’s tourist spots are unaffected and there is no real reason to cancel your trip if you are arriving soon (more…)

Thailand and Bangkok Floods – Is It Safe For Tourists?

With several provinces of Thailand flooded and Bangkok under threat from the monsoon waters in October 2011, is it still safe for tourists to visit Thailand? The answer is yes, provided you keep a close eye on the news to stay updated on the changing situation (more…)

In Search Of Men Playing With Funny Shaped Balls – One Man’s New Zealand Rugby Quest

My friend Dan Coxon has recently published Ka Mate, a book about his travels in New Zealand which was part-pilgrimage to see the homeland of the All Blacks for himself. If the 2011 Rugby World Cup is your thing, you should check it out (more…)

A Burma River Cruise From Bagan To Mandalay

Kevin Revolinski explores the many facets of Burma’s Irrawaddy river in style from the Orient Express’ Road To Mandalay cruiseship, starting at the spectacular ancient temples of Bagan and heading to historic Mandalay. (more…)

Governor’s Residence, Yangon – A Review

One of the best hotels in Burma’s former capital Yangon, the Governor’s Residence provides a quiet oasis of restored colonial charm from which to explore the city, says Kevin Revolinski (more…)

Notice: No Shagging In The Taxi

You can always rely on Bangkok’s motorcabs to provide en-route entertainment with their in-car signage (more…)

Top Ten Tips for Female Travelers in Bali, Indonesia

Bali has become incredibly popular for solo female travellers to visit after the success of Eat, Pray, Love – Brooke Ferguson gives some practical tips on what to expect on the Island Of the Gods (more…)

The World’s Biggest Buddhist Shrine: Borobudur Temple, Java, Indonesia

A visit to the vast Buddhist shrine of Borobudur is an essential must-see if you’re travelling through Indonesia (more…)

Turtle Up Close At Tubbataha Reef

One of the most beautiful and playful creatures of the sea, turtles also sometime allow humans to get very close (more…)

Travel Costs For Four Weeks Backpacking (In Style) Across Thailand, Cambodia And Vietnam

Here’s a blow by blow travel budget of what 4 weeks travelling in Thailand, Vietnam and Cambodia cost one British couple in May 2011 who were staying in 3 star hotels and using short-hop low cost carrier flights to move between countries (and within them). (more…)