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RE: train Saigon to Hanoi
in Departure Lounge » Asia - South-East Asia Mainland, May 17, 2013
This train is known as the open bus.

RE: 8-9 weeks travelling Thailand/Cambodia/Vietnam/Laos
in Departure Lounge » Asia - South-East Asia Mainland, May 17, 2013
I'll just add a couple of thoughts.

Skip Krabi and Phi Phi, poor weather at this time.

Reco...

RE: Kitesurfing on July
in Departure Lounge » Asia - Thailand, May 17, 2013
NaiYang, a beach on Phuket up near the airport has a couple of kitesurfing outlets. I believe Jul...

Re: Thailand with family - Koh Samui or Phuket...or other?
in Departure Lounge » Asia - Thailand, May 17, 2013
As above, Samui is an easy spot for families, there are plenty of resorts in all budgets.

Try ...

RE: Bali Resort Accommodation in September
in Departure Lounge » Asia - South-East Asia Islands & Peninsula, May 16, 2013
Thats not a bad idea, above. Get a cheap package, airfare and a few nights nice accom, then wing ...

RE: Itinerary : From Bangkok to Singapore in July
in Departure Lounge » Asia - Thailand, May 16, 2013
I'm a big fan of Penang, I've been there quite a few times now. Good eating, nice place to relax....

RE: One month in Thailand with a one year old
in Departure Lounge » Asia - Thailand, May 15, 2013
And keep them away from the cats and dogs.

RE: Itinerary : From Bangkok to Singapore in July
in Departure Lounge » Asia - Thailand, May 15, 2013
I did BKK to Singapore a couple of years ago, over 5 weeks, but only made it to KL, I ran out of ...

RE: Thailand - north or south with kids
in Departure Lounge » Asia - Thailand, May 15, 2013
We take our boys regularly to Thailand, they are a couple of years older than yours.

I would c...

RE: Island hopping in Koh Chang
in Departure Lounge » Asia - Thailand, May 14, 2013
If you want a day trip to several islands with some snorkelling thrown in, these are easy to book...

RE: Experiences of Koh Lipe?
in Departure Lounge » Asia - Thailand, May 13, 2013
You can fly to Langkawi, and get a speedboat to Lipe.

But alas, at this time of year, there wo...

RE: Best place for beach bars &l ocal food-KhaoLak/KoLanta/AoNang?
in Departure Lounge » Asia - Thailand, May 13, 2013
Koh Chang (the big one in the Gulf), is a great island. The main town / beach is a developing tou...

RE: ATM fees up ?
in Departure Lounge » Asia - Thailand, May 12, 2013
Thats 6 bucks to withdraw cash now.

Man.

Re: Which beach last week december?
in Departure Lounge » Asia - Thailand, May 12, 2013
I've had great weather several times in December / January, there's a bit of luck involved.

I'...

RE: Prams in Bali?
in Departure Lounge » Asia - South-East Asia Islands & Peninsula, May 11, 2013
Yep, up to the gate.

Note, the footpaths in Indonesia are less than adequate, up and down, big...

RE: Da Nang airport - cab to city
in Departure Lounge » Asia - South-East Asia Mainland, May 11, 2013
DAD is a nice new airport, there are plenty of taxis available.

Funny you should mention Long ...

RE: vietnam - November 2013
in Departure Lounge » Asia - South-East Asia Mainland, May 11, 2013
A couple of days in the capital would suffice, get over any jet lag / tiredness.

Alot of peop...

RE: Bang Tao questions
in Departure Lounge » Asia - Thailand, May 11, 2013
Just quickly, buy your baht over there, not at home, not at the airport, in Thailand. There are A...

RE: Koh Samet
in Departure Lounge » Asia - Thailand, May 11, 2013
Its easy to just show up and pick a place, even on the weekend.

There are plenty of bungalows ...

RE: PENANG TO PHUKET BY BUS OR TRAIN ?
in Departure Lounge » Asia - Thailand, May 11, 2013
If you have the time and inclination, island hop all the way.

Ferry from Georgetown to Langkaw...