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Amazingly Beautiful 5 star resort - The Racha
We treated ourselves to a couple nights at The Racha Resort during our stay in Phuket. You get there by a private boat as it's about 12 miles south of Phuket. It's situated on a beautiful beach and ...
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Fishing Tour Samui
There is a good fishing tour in Koh Samui where my brother caught a fish with an eel in its mouth!! It was an enjoyable day had by all!
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A Backpacker’s Paradise: The Perhentian Islands
Written by John Reality, Cambodia, September 2011
For travelers in pursuit of (or are immune to) the combination of
affordability, adventure and occasional inconveniences that persist at
destinations popular among the backpacker set, the ...
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Ang Thong National Marine Park
Written by John Reality, Cambodia, October 2012
Situated just to the northwest of Koh Samui sits the idyllic archipelago of Ang Thong National Marine Park . Comprised of approximately 42 islands, the island group is a wonderful way for ...
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ATV - all terrian vehicles
Written by eva_afta, November 2010
While in Koh Samui we went riding on ATVs up in the mountains which was an awesome experience and a great way to see the landscape. When we went it had just recently rained and so it was all misty ...
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Batu Maung Fishing Village
Written by John Reality, Cambodia, February 2013
Rugged Porto Moniz is tucked away in the north-western corner of Portugal’s holiday island of Madeira, reached from Funchal, the island’s capital, by scenic rail trip of 30 miles (48 km). It is ...
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Budgeting Tips for Japan
Written by Lydia, September 2012
Japan
is a notoriously expensive destination, but that doesn’t make it
impossible for budget travelers to enjoy the quirky culture, amazing
food and stunning sights the island country has to ...
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Cracking Koh Phuket: 4 Must-See Attractions
Written by John Reality, Cambodia, October 2011
Thailand ’s largest island, Phuket
(the so-called “Pearl of the Andaman”) is also its most popular. As you
might imagine, this has drawbacks as well as advantages. If you’re
willing to brave ...
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Day Trips from Kota Kinabalu on Sabah
Written by John Reality, Cambodia, January 2013
The island of Sabah in Malaysia is the perfect destination for the adventure seeker wanting to break-out from the humdrum of big city destinations while traveling. To start, get to the region’s ...
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Day Trip to Bintan Island
Written by John Reality, Cambodia, February 2012
Though not technically among the holdings of the Singaporean city-state, the Indonesian
island of Bintan is less than an hour away by boat, and makes an
excellent destination for adventurous ...
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Experience Koh Samet: Thailand’s Magic Crystal Island
Written by John Reality, Cambodia, May 2012
The underappreciated island of Koh Samet is located off the east coast of Thailand , approximately 150 miles (241.4 kilometers) southeast of Bangkok .
While popular with vacationing Thais, Koh ...
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Hainan Island: China’s Tropical Paradise
Written by John Reality, Cambodia, March 2012
A tropical island paradise with pristine beaches, hot springs and some
of the country’s greatest golf courses is not necessarily an attraction
that springs to mind when one thinks of a trip to ...
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Hidden Gem must see Island
Written by koalakiss86, Australia, November 2010
"Cat Ba Island"
Leave from Hanoi, for $50US you can have a 3 day adventure all inclusive, meals, accom, and transport to and from the island. Its a must see for singles and families as it can ...
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Hong Islands
Written by John Reality, Cambodia, December 2012
To see some of the most beautiful landmarks of Southeast Asia, a trip
south to the Hong Islands is an imperative part of any traveler’s agenda
for those wanting to really see the best nature ...
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Hong Kong Islands: Lantau
Written by Emma, Australia, October 2011
Hong Kong is a territory of islands: 230 of them to be precise, and Lantau
is the biggest of them all. With Hong Kong’s highest mountain, a rugged
coastline and several pretty beaches, Lantau ...
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