The first time in a new country, there is no way of knowing what it is like without experiencing it first hand. Reading and looking at photo’s doesn’t create a feeling. Travel books must find something interesting to say about everyplace in a country, that’s their purpose. Before I travel, I do a fair amount […]
Flat days…new experience in Laos Read More »
Greetings from Vang Vieng, Laos. Yesterday, my tuk tuk was to pick me up at 8:30. I had an early breakfast, returned to my hotel at 8:00 and a few minutes later the driver was there waiting for me. Early! Once in a while that happens. After making the rounds in Luang Prabang to pick
Laos travel day, leaving Luang Prabang Read More »
Today was my last full day here. Yesterday, I rented a bicycle and went exploring. I found a book store cafe and chilled in the heat of the afternoon. In a few short hours, I saw more of Luang Prabang than I could have walking. This morning, I had breakfast overlooking the Mekong River. Some
Final day Luang Prabang Read More »
I’ve read about this experience. It has both wonderful and horrible reviews. When I arrive in the border of Laos, I can visit the office and see if they have any trips, any openings and get scoop on the cost. By Laos standards, it’s very expensive. People travel for two weeks on that the cost
Maybe?? The Gibbon Experience Read More »