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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
During the last few days our blog has hit 10000 views so now would be a good time to crunch the numbers and see what trends we have seen on our trip so far. Travel So far we have been travelling for over 2 months or to be precise 66 days and 19 hours and […]
*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 […]
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 […]
After the full day of palaces and sight seeing, Karen was palaced out…this called for some retail therapy. In Bangkok there was only one place to go on a Sunday fo some bargains – Chatuchak weekend market. Chatuchak is the largest market in Thailand and the world’s largest weekend market. Frequently called J.J it covers […]
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 […]
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.
Our 16 days in spectacular Nepal came to an end and we made it out the country with lots of tales but no visa issues.
With one day left in Nepal, the choice between Swayambhunath and Bodhnath Stupa was influenced by Bodhnath’s size and surrounding monasteries. The massive Stupa, rich in symbolism and history, dates back to 600 AD. After exploring and enjoying local food, the group prepared to head to Thailand amidst visa concerns.
After a filling breakfast, the group embarked on a journey to Patan via overcrowded mini vans. They navigated the bustling market, purchased tickets, and met Arun, a helpful guide from Ayr. Arun showcased Patan’s Durbar Square and its temples. Following their tour, they enjoyed authentic Malaysian cuisine before returning to Kathmandu.
Karen and John decide to break up their long bus journey to Kathmandu by visiting the cultural town of Bandipur. However, their trip involves unexpected challenges, including a shared taxi experience and being approached for money by a local girl. Despite setbacks, they enjoy exploring, dining, and ultimately return to Kathmandu.
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