Category Archives: Asia

My first trip to India!

Posted on March 5, 2012 by admin

This past November, I was lucky enough to join an Intrepid Travel tour to India (Rajasthan Experience – 15 days, Style – Comfort). This was my first trip to India, and it was everything I had always dreamed it would … Continue reading →

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Rough Guide Tip of the Week: Beware the Durian

Posted on October 21, 2011 by admin

The durian is Southeast Asia’s most prized (and expensive) fruit, but it smells so bad – somewhere between detergent and dogshit – than many airlines and hotels ban people from consuming it on their premises. Nor does everyone appreciate the … Continue reading →

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Notes of an Intrepid Travel Nepalese Leader

Posted on October 17, 2011 by admin

While most people can imagine Nepal’s snowy mountainous regions, what catches most off guard is the steamy hot tropical areas in Chitwan National Park. Even on famous trails like the Annapurna you will spend several days in the sub tropical … Continue reading →

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Rough Guide Tip of the Week: Bathrooms

Posted on October 14, 2011 by admin

Though many guesthouses and hotels have Western-style showers, the traditional scoop-and-slosh method of bathing is also common across Asia. This basically involves dipping a scoop or small bowl into a large bucket and then chucking it over yourself. The cardinal … Continue reading →

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First Time Tips for Thailand

Posted on October 6, 2011 by admin

Sponsored Post: Thailand is a great “gateway” country into South East Asia. Not only because Thailand is a major hub to a myriad of South East Asian countries but more for the fact that Thailand provides a unique Western friendly … Continue reading →

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Agent Tips for your first trip to Asia

Posted on October 4, 2011 by admin

Travelling to Asia for the first time? Here is some great advice from our experts: The number one piece of advice from ALL of our staff is to start your trip off with a small group tour. It gets your … Continue reading →

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8 Great Asia Photo Opportunities

Posted on October 1, 2011 by admin

Asia is obviously vast, and the sheer number of photo opportunities are amazing but we culled it down to just eight we think any adventurer should include on their must-see list. Angkor Wat in Cambodia- it may be well known … Continue reading →

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Rough Guide Tip of the Week: Conquer

Posted on September 30, 2011 by admin

Conquer Southeast Asia’s highest peak, Mount Kinabalu in Malaysia. Mount Everest might get all the press, but it’s not the only peak worth climbing. It’s not an easy climb up to the 4095-meter high summit, but it offers an amazing … Continue reading →

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