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How to Get Around Penang
Written by John Reality, Cambodia, May 2012
Penang is a lovely place filled to the brim with diverse cultural landmarks from its many inhabitants. Chinese , Indian , Malaysian
or British, Penang’s history stands strong on each corner ...
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How to Get Around Tokyo
Written by Emma, Australia, April 2012
The best way to get around Tokyo is via the very efficient train and subway system. The train station signage is bewildering at first but can actually be quite simply understood when armed with a ...
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Island Hopping from Langkawi
Written by John Reality, Cambodia, September 2012
Known as the the Jewel of Kedah, the 99 islands that make up the Langkawi archipelago are an ideal base for island hopping in Malaysia .
With a population of 64,792 Pulau Langkawi is the largest ...
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Overnight Train Travel in Thailand
Written by John Reality, Cambodia, July 2012
Even if you have the means to arrange for other methods of transportation, riding the rails in Thailand
is a truly memorable experience. If you want to get out of the cities
and see a bit of ...
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Thailand Train Tips
Written by John Reality, Cambodia, December 2011
Every country has its own distinctive flavor of train service. The Thai variety is decidedly affordable, comfortable, and memorable. Even if you have the means to arrange for private transportation ...
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The Beijing-Shanghai High-Speed Railway
Written by Emma, Australia, September 2011
Tickets for the new Beijing - Shanghai
high-speed railway have been selling like hot cakes. The
1,318-kilometer railway officially started operating on July 1 this year
with promises to whisk ...
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The Best Bullet Train Day Trips from Tokyo
Written by Emma, Australia, June 2012
Tokyo
is an amazing city with an incredible array of attractions and things
to do. That said, getting out of Tokyo can provide for some amazing day
trips to see the spectacular sights just ...
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The Clan Jetties of Penang
Written by John Reality, Cambodia, March 2013
As traditional Chinese establishments in Malaysia’s quaint town of Penang, clan jetties are an integral part of the country’s heritage and history. With just six jetty clan communities left, they ...
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Tips for Travelling in Malaysia: What Not to Do
Written by John Reality, Cambodia, January 2012
Malaysia is a beautiful and rewarding place to visit, but it’s a very different culture than what most westerners are accustomed to. The following are a few general tips to keep in mind when ...
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Top Travel Tips for Thailand
Written by John Reality, Cambodia, April 2012
Beautiful, exotic, affordable, and accessible: Thailand
is the preferred travel destination for millions of people from all
over the world. Travelers new to the country may find certain aspects ...
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Train Travel in China
Written by Lydia, November 2012
In a country as big as China
long distance transportation isn’t an option, it’s a requirement. When
flying becomes too expensive, riding China’s extensive rail network is
the next best thing. ...
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Train Travel in India
Written by Lydia, December 2012
Train travel is one of the fastest, cheapest and most convenient modes of transportation to cover long distances in India ,
and if you really want to get to know the locals, you really can’t beat
...
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What Not To Do in Tokyo
Written by Emma, Australia, May 2012
To save you from embarrassment and to avoid offending the locals it is
helpful to understand a country’s culture before visiting. When that
country is as unique as Japan , a little understanding ...
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