Category Asia
Kep Clam and Curry On
After our hectic week of weddings, temples and the heart break of the killing fields we decided we needed a few chilled days and a chance to indulge in some seafood. Kep (sur mer) seemed to be the perfect getaway. We secured a good deal in a fantastic little resort called Spring Valley, minutes walk […]
Year Zero
Following on from our visit to Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum. Later that day we made the journey to the Killing Fields of Cheoung Ek. While not the only Killing Field in Cambodia, Cheoung Ek is the most famous due to its connection with S-21 and it’s proximity to Phnom Penh. On arrival it looks no […]
Heart of Darkness
Today was our darkest day since we began our trip. We decided our full day in Phnom Penh would be dedicated to a trip to Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum (S-21), and the Killing Fields of Cheoung Ek. This was going to be a tough day but these were two places we were both keen to […]
Shadow of Angkor!
It was 4.50 am we were woken by our trusty friend Sophoryl calling us to say the original pick up time of 5.30 am would be late to catch sunrise. So we jumped up quickly and threw on some clothes before jumping into his tuk tuk. This was going to be our final glimpse of […]
I like to ride my bicycle…
I like to ride my bike! We took a break on Day 4. Not from temples, but from the TukTuk. With very flat terrain and a great road network we decided to rent some bikes for the final day. Not Mountain Bikes, with their abundance if gears and good brakes. Instead we chose girly bicycles […]
Angkor Who? Part 3: Return of the Camera Shy!
Day 3 was upon us and we once more jumped in the TukTuk that we were slowly to label, “The Red Baron”! Today we would finish the temples that straddle around Angkor Wat. This would include one of the big hitters in Ta Prohm as part of the journey. First stop was …. Prasat Kravan […]
Angkor Who? : Part 2 ‘The Angkor Empire Strikes Back’
Day 2: Skirting the big temples A slightly later start was allowed for day 2 as we would not be travelling as far. Today we would be concentrating on the temples to the North and East of Ta Prohm, tightening the perimeter around our final days sights. First up on the menu was Preah Khan. […]
Angkor Who? : Part 1
We arrived in Siem Reap and quickly secured lodgings in the Shadow of Angkor II Guesthouse, across the river from the Old Market Area. That afternoon was spent in search of a TukTuk driver for the next few days. Why? There is only one big reason to come to Siem Reap. Not for what the […]
Made in Cambodia!!
As the weeks of travelling had past, Karen’s hair had become more and more out of control. The heat has dyed it light and made it grow very quickly. The once neat bob had become an out of control mess with her fringe pull back by her running hair band or clasps. Never fear Charya […]
“Vanity Khmer” Wedding Shoot
It was 6am. Karen was attempting to blow dry her hair and apply make up for the first time since Mumbai. We were getting collected at 6.45 am to head to day one of the Khmer wedding celebrations of Charya and Michel. This was a long lie in as the full bridal party had been […]
South of the Border I think you oughta*
*Sorry Robbie but we are going East of the border actually. —————————————————— We jumped out of bed and quickly packed up our bags and went down to reclaim our £40 deposit from the front desk. This was a hostel with delusions of grandeur. After our 4th attempt at negotiation we managed to get a sensible […]
Chinatown
Forget it, Jake. It’s Chinatown Inspired by our visit to the weekend market at Chattachuk we decided to spend our last full day in Bangkok in Chinatown and it’s sprawling maze of stalls and shops. It took us about an hour to reach The outskirts of Chinatown. Our first clues were the red lanterns and […]
Cha Cha Cha (tachuk)
After the full day of palaces and sight seeing, Karen was palaced out…this called for retail therapy. There was only one place to go on a Sunday in Bangkok, Chatuchak weekend market. Chatuchak is the largest market in Thailand and the world’s largest weekend market. Frequently called J.J it covers over 35 acres and contains […]
Palaces, Posers and Pad Thai
After a much needed lie in we set off on foot to the Grand Palace. After 10 minutes we wish we had got a TukTuk as it was hot hot! But no. We are travellers and not tourists so we continued á pied (as the French say). We eventually made it to the walls of […]
One Night in Bangkok..
The author reflects on their visit to Bangkok, arriving amid civil disturbances. They stayed briefly at Chillax Resort, enjoying local cuisine and rooftop pool views. Their nostalgic exploration revealed changes on Khao San Road, now less vibrant. Ultimately, they opted for Villa Cha Cha for its pool and location, planning visits to local landmarks.
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