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Seven Tips For Taking A Laptop Travelling
Taking a laptop computer with you when you go backpacking can pose some difficulties – how to avoid it getting smashed up or stolen? Here are a few ideas to keep your computer and your data safe.
Mount Popa, Myanmar: Temple In The Sky
It’s like something out of Harry Potter: a gold spired monastery clinging to the top of Mount Popa, a craggy finger of rock towering 700 metres above the surrounding Myingyan Plain.
The Giant Reclining Buddha Of Yangon
The little known Chaukhtatgyi Temple in Myanmar’s capital city Yangon has one of the biggest and most graceful Reclining Buddha statues in South East Asia
Six Tips To Deal With Being Scared To Go Travelling
Travelling is exciting, but it can also cause a lot of pre-trip apprehension about venturing into the unknown. Here’s 6 tips for dealing with the fear and getting over it so you enjoy your travels
Myanmar Visa In Bangkok: How To Get It
Applying for a Myanmar visa in Bangkok is surprisingly straightforward if you know where to go. Here’s some tips on making it easy on yourself.
Land of a Thousand Eyes: The Subtle Pleasures of Everyday Life in Myanmar : Book Review
Peter Olszewski’s memoir of a year spent living in Myanmar is a fascinating, intimate personal account of day to day life in this politically tormented country
Krakow And Auschwitz, Poland: Soul Survivors
Despite the legacy of Auschwitz, Krakow remains one of the most beautiful and vibrant cities in Europe
Phnom Penh, Cambodia: The Ghost City Come Back To Life
Phnom Penh has survived the darkest years of its country’s history and its own near-destruction to become a city of life once again.
Best Boutique Hotels In Bangkok
Feel like staying somewhere a little more unique and intimate? Here’s our hand-picked list of best Bangkok boutique hotels, ranging from small historical palaces to modern boutique hotels offering luxurious suites, rooms and experiences.
Ayutthaya: Thailand’s Ancient Capital
Ayutthaya is Thailand’s ancient capital, only an hour’s drive from Bangkok – perfect for a day trip to see its picturesque temple ruins and a river cruise back into the big city
The Lonely Planet Story – Tony and Maureen Wheeler: Book Review
The founders of Lonely Planet have written their autobiography, reflecting on over 30 years spent travelling the world and writing guidebooks to help others follow in their footsteps
Buying Digital Cameras In Thailand
Thailand is known as a cheap holiday destination, but is it cheaper to buy a camera when you get to Thailand rather than picking up one before you leave home?
Thailand Airport Departure Tax Increases to 700 Baht
From February 1st, the international departure tax from Thailand’s airports has increased to 700 Baht – make sure you’ve got some spare cash when it’s time to leave the country.
How To Rotate a Camera Video Clip from Landscape to Portrait
You can shoot digital camera video clips in portrait mode, but they’ll always be landscape when you come to watch them. Here’s how to get them to rotate to be the way you intended.
Bangkok Restaurants: The Deck, Arun Residence
One of Bangkok’s boutique hotels with a stunning riverside view of the Temple Of The Dawn, Arun Residence also boasts an excellent open air restaurant where you can soak up the ambience
How To Put Your Camera Video Clips On YouTube
Everyone’s uploading their video clips to YouTube these days and it’s easy to shoot your own clips on virtually any digital camera. Preparing those clips to get them ready to put on YouTube isn’t quite so straighforward. Here’s some pointers to make it easier.
How Much Money Do I Need For Thailand?
Planning a budget for a backpacking trip in Thailand can be a bit daunting to begin with. Here’s some rough numbers of various travel necessities to help you figure out your own budget so you can decide how much money to take to Thailand.
Don’t Miss: Hanoi, Vietnam
One of South East Asia’s most bewitching cities, Hanoi’s old world charm and scenic beauty has so far remained unchanged by Vietnam’s dramatic economic upturn. See it now before its tiny streets, spectacular restaurants and cheap prices disappear
The Old Propaganda Poster Shop, Hanoi
Amongst the tourist trinkets of Hanoi’s Old Quarter is a small shop doing a brisk trade in selling off old propaganda posters from the Vietnam War, providing both history and art as souvenirs for backpackers.
Best Cheap Hotels In Bangkok
Bangkok has excellent accommodation options that won’t break the bank – see our hand-picked list of the best cheap hotels in Bangkok for a budget stay in the city.
