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Vietnam

Internet Connection for First-time Travelers

The advent of technology has kept people on the go to be in touch with the rest of the world wherever they may be. It’s now an added bonus but it can also be a distraction to your journey. For first-time travelers wanting to be constantly connected, you will not only concern yourself with your … Continue reading »

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Looking back at 2009: My first-time travels

Watching travelers in an airport coffee shop while waiting for my flight, I couldn’t help but wonder what 2010 has for me when it comes to traveling. Of course, 2009 was a good one. I have covered almost 20,000 miles, visited four countries, and enjoyed several beaches and landmarks. It was my first time to … Continue reading »

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First-time in Ho Chi Minh City

For the uninitiated, HCMC is Ho Chi Minh City, formerly known as Saigon. It is the biggest city of Vietnam and the country’s economic hub. Taking the Sapaco Bus Line, we exited Cambodia via the Bavet – Moc Bai boundary.  We had to unload the bus, including our luggage, to go through immigration and then … Continue reading »

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Prelude to Malaysia-Cambodia-Vietnam visits

Years ago, after my return to the Philippines from a seven-month stay in Indonesia, I gifted myself with a Southeast Asian Travel Guide. It was sold on a very big discount because it’s the unupdated version. I didn’t mind and I figured that it would always be useful and I can find out for myself … Continue reading »

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