Category Archives: Asia

Top Ten World Icons!

  If you must choose just a few trips to take in this life, these just might be the ultimate Top 10 trips for a bucket list. From man-made wonders to majestic natural sites, these are must see sites.   … Continue reading

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Top 10 Unique Ways to Travel….

It’s often said that getting there is half the adventure. With this selection of trips, nothing could be more true! The Adventure Travel Company is pleased to offer you more options to explore the world than you ever thought possible. … Continue reading

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Top 10 Winter Adventures!

Is a sun vacation not your cup of tea? Embrace winter! There’s just as much fun to be had in the snow as there is in the sand. The Adventure Travel Company is pleased to present this selection of snowy … Continue reading

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The Tsar’s Train: All Aboard the Trans-Siberian Express

Last June I travelled from St Petersburg, Russia to Beijing, China on a 21 day rail journey with Intrepid Travel. Rail travel is such a great way to see a country; you get to watch the landscape change as you … Continue reading

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My first trip to India!

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

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

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

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

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

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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