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| 26th June 2008 Scott | - From: A Quick Update on the South Not bad for three minutes. My Dad went to Phuket when he was in Thailand. We had a lot of fun with pronunciation of "Phuk-et" on the t-shirts he brought back. |
| 26th June 2008 Laura | - From: A Quick Update on the South I hope your journal and photos and stuff are okay! Yahoo for helmets. You were clearly the cool kid at the climbing site. From a Junior Kindergarten teacher point of view, children who DON'T wear snowpants when there's snow on the ground end up trailing in water and sitting in damp clothes and complaining all day about how they're wet and cold. Kudos to Mrs. Ash. |
| 21st June 2008 Lauren | SATC - From: How Buddhism Changed My Life...or at Least Gave Me an Excuse to Wear White I'd just like to say, that in Adri's version of this part of your travels, YOU dragged her to the movie, not the other way around. hahaha. Keep up the blog, I love reading your updates! |
| 20th June 2008 Gus | - From: How Buddhism Changed My Life...or at Least Gave Me an Excuse to Wear White Fras! Reading your blog makes me feel like I'm on vacation myself. For one, we are probably on the same time zone since I'm working night shifts and secondly I have no life except work and sleep. As for riding a bike overseas, I cannot describe how jealous I am. To be honest, a helmet would hamper your view of the country side. My vote is to Live Free, Ride Free! As for Scott's comment, I couldn't agree more. See Iron Man and than see The Hulk. It must be in that order! Take care. |
| 20th June 2008 Owen | - From: Lazy Laos (edited) I knew the bus wasn't going to go without the others... Seriously!!! |
| 18th June 2008 Scott | Breathing a sigh of relief... - From: How Buddhism Changed My Life...or at Least Gave Me an Excuse to Wear White Man, when I first received the 'new blog' email with the title of this entry my heart stopped. But, I'm glad to see your little Buddhist retreat hasn't turned you all 'Richard Gere' on me. The fact that you're doing pub trivia in Thailand makes me very happy... and more than a little jealous. We'll have to find a good trivia pub in Toronto when you get home. In closing, a word of advice: GO SEE IRON MAN. Not only is your required Y chromosome right in the title, but it's a generally kick-ass film. And, for some reason, I seem to think that you have a thing for Gwyneth Paltrow. |
| 18th June 2008 Laura | - From: How Buddhism Changed My Life...or at Least Gave Me an Excuse to Wear White 1) I still can't believe you saw Sex and the City while I saw Indiana Jones. 2) Do you even HAVE enough hair for any wind to blow through it whilst you are recklessly endangering your life? 3) I'm so sad the elephant riding was not at all like Legolas makes it out to be. Probably because those were "oliphaunts," and you rode "elephants." |
| 16th June 2008 Neil | Hit count - From: Lazy Laos (edited) Per your new message at the top (agreed, thank you for changing), I've got to say that nothing boosts a hit count like new posts.... not suggesting anything, just saying.... Travel hard bro, Neil |
| 11th June 2008 Scott | - From: Lazy Laos (edited) I appreciated the shout-out. I've been struggling to come up with some kind of witty rejoinder but sadly I haven't gotten very far. I will say this, though: I have a hard time believing that Adrienne wasn't in heaven seeing reruns of Friends everywhere she turned. Have fun in Thailand. And I'd recommend avoiding whatever the ladyboys are selling. |
| 8th June 2008 Laura | - From: Lazy Laos (edited) You're like Superman stopping the bus! I tried to find an image for you, but you'll just have to trust me that he does, in the first episode of Superman: The Adventures of Lois and Clark. I sure hope by "as one feeds a bird" you don't mean regurgitating your stomach content for the monks. And last, darling, you don't sound bitter at all about the Friends thing... maybe convince them to play Mad About You instead? Who doesn't need a little Paul and Jaime in a foreign land. |
| 2nd June 2008 Scott | - From: Northern Vietnam: Sapa and Halong Bay (and the longest bus ride ever) Alas, I was stuck reading the apparently un-fabulous non-PHOTO version like a sucker. I'm glad you've figured out how to use your fancy travel blog features to their full potential. Personally, I enjoyed your throwback to the Logdriver's Waltz more than anything else in this entry - even more than the unsophisticated chuckle I received from the caption about "the view from atop [your] junk." |
| 1st June 2008 Laura | - From: Northern Vietnam: Sapa and Halong Bay (and the longest bus ride ever) The sitting on the roof taking in the stars sounds lovely. Did I ever tell you what Patrick wrote about me? He was supposed to write a characteristic of the people in his story, and mine was "Laura is my cousin, she likes looking at the stars." I can't believe helmets aren't mandatory on the CHILDREN. I'm also glad I was too busy to read this until now, as I get the fabulous PHOTO version! |
| 31st May 2008 katrina | vang vieng - From: Northern Vietnam: Sapa and Halong Bay (and the longest bus ride ever) you're ARE heading to vang vieng, right?? right?? i'm hoping. i really loved it there. also just for your information, there is a public bus from vientiane to vang vieng... (and vice versa) go to the bus station next to the morning market. it's only a 3 hour ride or so and you can take one of the crap buses for like 3000 kip i think it was. you can pay on the bus. and in vang vieng you can stay at a hotel with your own bathroom (maybe no shower) for $3/night. oh and you can just walk from the 'bus station' there to the main street, you don't need to take one of the free tuktuks. although they actually ARE free, surprisingly enough. whew, i'm done. kat |
| 24th May 2008 Dennis | A better solution - From: Wrapping up Philippines Go to Clark Airport then take either one of the budget carriers like Air Asia, Tiger Airways, HK Air etc. I believe you can also reserve your tickets online If I'm not mistaken. I'm just not sure if their prices are cheaper than Cebu Pacific. |
| 16th May 2008 Laura | - From: Vietnam: Plush Hotels and Tailored Suits (while still living like a filthy backpacker) Correction: "it really seems there's no better way to see a country than from the back of a motorcycle while wearing a fabulously safe and protective helmet." I enjoy the poncho story. You can make such a statement with a poncho! |
| 13th May 2008 Scott | - From: Going Beyond the Velvet Rope in Cambodia, Part 2 Agreed - an excellent update all around. Your endorsement of colonialism - albeit French - warmed my heart... almost as much as the tale of your trip to the orphanage. Sounds like an incredible experience. |
| 8th May 2008 anonymous | - From: Going Beyond the Velvet Rope in Cambodia, Part 2 that one was really good... but i'm worried that those poor kids will get a thiamine deficiency eating only rice every day! i've read it's very common there. |
| 8th May 2008 Laura | - From: Going Beyond the Velvet Rope in Cambodia, Part 2 YES, I love high-fives! And children! And history! And tag! Best blog update yet. |
| 6th May 2008 Scott | It's the same in any language... - From: Going Beyond the Velvet Rope in Cambodia, Part 1 I made the mistake of reading this post while sitting in the law library here at Osgoode... when I reached the part about you getting hit on by the visa guy and his type being (apparently) "wiry westerners" I actually burst out laughing. I'm glad to see that some things - like your hilariously well-documented history of being hit on by dudes - transcend borders and cultures. Hey, if you'd played your cards right he might have gotten you your visa for less than $25... |
| 6th May 2008 Chris | Rebuttal - From: Wrapping up Philippines Quality points, Mr. Cooper. It is true that you would think Mothra would probably be more apt at taking down Asian aircraft, but I was thinking of the Simpson's episode where Godzilla took hold of their aircraft and wouldn't let go. The Godzilla movie with that P-Diddy song also referred to him being able to blow Ice-Fire, which I think could potentially destroy some aircraft. Or, at least, cause some turbulence. As for Godzilla bring in the Philippine's.... well you got me there. Maybe he terrorizes them too, and their news is just lacking. Or maybe I just lump Japan/Korea/Philippine's/Cuba (why not?) all together. What is Rodan? Wikipedia.... |
| 4th May 2008 Matt | - From: Going Beyond the Velvet Rope in Cambodia, Part 1 I'll ignore the unauthorized use of my name/maneuver for now, because I'm still in the early phases of the patent process. But be warned, my friend. Be warned. |
| 4th May 2008 Laura | ... - From: Going Beyond the Velvet Rope in Cambodia, Part 1 So, can I have the names and last known whereabouts of the Visa Guy, so next time I drop into Cambodia I can destroy him? I'm glad the Landmine museum was a good sidetrip, and that you insisted on seeing it. When watching that Digging for the Truth special on Cambodia, they really brought the landmine issue to the forefront. You keep telling those pushy people who's the boss. |
| 2nd May 2008 Scott | Chris, please... - From: Wrapping up Philippines It's never "too early" for stereotypes. They're funny 'cause they're true. But since when is Godzilla lumbering around the Philippines? And can Godzilla fly? I feel like Cebu Pacific would have to be more concerned about Mothra or Rodan. |
| 1st May 2008 Chris | - From: Wrapping up Philippines Jesus, that's brutal. I hope their aircrafts are all destroyed by Godzilla. Hmmm, is it too early to start with stereotypes? Glad you made it! |
| 29th April 2008 Scott | Oy - From: Wrapping up Philippines Hahah, you went back to Cebu Pacific? Glorious. |
| 29th April 2008 katrina | oh no! - From: Wrapping up Philippines oh no! did you take the bus from bangkok to siem reap?? that is the bus of death, someone should have warned you about that!!!! luckily some girls told us about it and we changed our itinerary to go to sihanoukville first, therefore taking a much nicer road. we did end up taking the bumpy one back to bangkok, but in a private car that could manouvre around the DESK SIZED POTHOLES. |
| 29th April 2008 Laura | - From: Wrapping up Philippines SPICY SQUID? Boy, you are an adventurer. Also, the helpfulness thing is adorable. Although frustrating. But I'd probably be one of those people if I was showing someone around Toronto or Ottawa. Aka when I was showing Pam where the Blue Cactus was: "It's down this street... or the next street... oh wait, one block up..." The best part of this entry, is of course, "more ruins and temples tomorrow." I'd be having a field day, walking around being like "Nazis. I hate those guys." and "Sallah, I said no camels. That's five camels!" |
| 29th April 2008 Vince | Food - From: Wrapping up Philippines For once, someone finally discovered what good food in the Philippines is all about...seafood! And yeah, I'll hire a Filipino cabbie myself. |
| 28th April 2008 Edward E. | Incompetent Ticketing Offices! - From: Wrapping up Philippines YES, YES, YESSSSS! I had a bad experience with that Domestic Terminal Office of Cebu Pacific too! The staff seemed so determined to work oh-so-slowly with the overt intention to delay everything so that the office would be teeming with a big crowd of helpless passengers. THEY LOVE CROWDS, I should say. One of the staff took my credit card and it was out of my sight for at least half an hour! I wish Cebu Pacific ALL THE ILL WISHES IN THE WORLD! I hope the airline goes out of business sooner. |
| 23rd April 2008 Vince | Boracay - From: Missing Boracay Ah, Boracay...lovely island indeed albeit a bit developed. Where days turn into weeks into months into years lazing away. Post some pictures, mate! |
| 23rd April 2008 Laura | - From: Missing Boracay AH! That eerie drop off point is EXACTLY where Nemo's mother was killed and Nemo was kidnapped! Also, I am in full support of Matt's idea of jackets. |
| 20th April 2008 Scott | Melting Pot - From: Last Day in Manila...ever. When you said "the most annoying attributes of both" Spanish and American radio, I immediately pictured Dr. Laura talking over a mariachi band. And I cringed. Happy belated birthday, Mrs. Ash. |
| 20th April 2008 Scott | - From: Rice Terraces and Harlem? So it's not enough that I have to worry about you riding on top of jeepneys and spelunking through caves, but now you're not even wearing sunscreen!? And don't get me started about leaving the gated community. They build the gates for a reason, Fraser. That trip to Batad sounds absolutely incredible, and the pictures that Adri put up were fantastic. Can't wait to read about your "adventure sport" ...adventures. |
| 20th April 2008 Scott | Lesson one: Don't ask questions. - From: Spelunking in Sagada Chris: I'm fairly certain you can make soap out of any kind of animal fat. Just like you can make a stir fry out of any kind of animal meat. |
| 20th April 2008 Scott | Red menace? - From: Heading North You stayed at a place called the Red Lion owned by a guy named Lenin? I would have taken my chances with the blood sheets. |
| 19th April 2008 Laura | - From: Last Day in Manila...ever. See, now that you've dealt with Manila traffic, you should totally be able to handle Toronto traffic. Less road rage, more happy Fraser. Also, are adorable half Australian children are almost as good as Jon & Kate + 8 children? |
| 19th April 2008 Jordan | - From: Last Day in Manila...ever. I have fallen behind in my reading a bit so I took today to procrastinate a bit and catch up on your posts. I must say they are highly entertaining. I second Matt's post from a while back...jackets are a must, I would personally like a large map on the back with a little dotted line showing where you went and also little symbols representing where you lost all your possessions along the way. Happy travels! |
| 18th April 2008 Vince | Boracay - From: Last Day in Manila...ever. Ah, Boracay. The proverbial paradise island. You know, you could have just flown straight to Caticlan without causing you an arm and a leg for a little under an hour. Have fun in Boracay! |
| 18th April 2008 Chris | - From: Spelunking in Sagada I'm perplexed by the dog + soap statement. |
| 16th April 2008 Neil | I know that 42nd Fl. bar! - From: Hong Kong! Hehehehe.... I received what was easily the least decipherable voice-mail I've ever heard, from an exceedingly tanked Harley and Nige, when they were there. They also (I think) spoke of those lights.... must be some view! |
| 16th April 2008 Matt | - From: Rice Terraces and Harlem? I'll have you know that I read this entry in Whitehorse, the capital of the Yukon Territory - a place of rich history, raw natural beauty and home to a proud and noble people. In another, equally lame vane, I thought I might as well post now in order to make my presence as an avid fraser-blog reader known to the other 3 fans. I really feel we should have jackets. Happy trails, buddy. |
| 12th April 2008 Laura | SPINAL BOARD??? - From: Spelunking in Sagada We will have to make a trek to the Bonnechere caves near Golden Lake next time you're there. I'm extremely amused by the mental picture of you squeezing through that hole. Excellent work, Adrienne. |
| 11th April 2008 nomad_ninja | great adventure - From: Heading North when you go to cebu, try to drop by bantayan island, malapascua island or sumilon islands for some white sand beaches/ nearby province (bohol) for dolphin watching and the chocolate hills and as well another great beach in panglao! |
| 8th April 2008 Laura Fraser | - From: Hong Kong! I love Heros already. He is like Spartacus, my Latian lover, only probably a little less rough around the edges. |
| 4th April 2008 Scott | Nice! - From: Vancouver ... you've only been gone for what, like three days? And you're already blogging. I hope this dedication to internet updates continues. I also hope this TravelBlog allows you to upload photos. Lots and lots of photos. And that it allows people to comment on said photos. Kudos on your clever blog title. How long have you been sitting on that little analogy for? Also, did you realize people from Phoenix, AZ are called Phoenicians? Almost worth moving there. |
| 4th April 2008 Laura | - From: Vancouver I repeat my previous reaction to your Vancouver story part 1: THERE'S A SECOND BAND OF BROTHERS?? Seriously, so excited. We'll watch it, and you'll point out the guy. |
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