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Date: 21st November 2010
It's an island, Koh Rung, of the coast of Sihanoukville. They have plans to bulid a resort out there so no promises it will still be empty. The cheapest way out there is through the dive shop. $10 or something. The accommodation and food out there is pretty nice, althoguh expensive. They even have wifi. Enjoy!
From Blog: Beach Getaway
It's an island, Koh Rung, of the coast of Sihanoukville. They have plans to bulid a resort out there so no promises it will still be empty. The cheapest way out there is through the dive shop. $10 or something. The accommodation and food out there is pretty nice, althoguh expensive. They even have wifi. Enjoy!
From Blog: Beach Getaway
Date: 21st November 2010
Sorry I haven't chekced my blog in awhile, it sounds like I'm too late, but I was in Montanita, Ecuador, which is a surf town (all the appartments are on the beach, but ours (Brisa de las Mar or something similar) was away from all the horribly loud disco music. I heard about the volunteering through the Spanish School (which was terrible and I wouldn't recommend that part, or the accommodation they provide). I did lessons for a week and then just did the volunteering after that. Plus if you have Spanish lessons for 4 hours and volunteer for 4 you have no time to surf! Most importantly the experience would only be valuable if you spoke Spanish. Also it is not hands on. Most International work you do as a resident/student isn't so make sure you ask before you plan and elective! Here is the link to the school: http://www.montanitaspanishschool.com/medical-spanish I also think you should read this article before you go, as it is better to know before hand to avoid disappointment and/or regret: http://www.guardian.co.uk/commentisfree/2010/nov/14/orphans-cambodia-aids-holidays-madonna
From Blog: Ecuadorian Health Care
Sorry I haven't chekced my blog in awhile, it sounds like I'm too late, but I was in Montanita, Ecuador, which is a surf town (all the appartments are on the beach, but ours (Brisa de las Mar or something similar) was away from all the horribly loud disco music. I heard about the volunteering through the Spanish School (which was terrible and I wouldn't recommend that part, or the accommodation they provide). I did lessons for a week and then just did the volunteering after that. Plus if you have Spanish lessons for 4 hours and volunteer for 4 you have no time to surf! Most importantly the experience would only be valuable if you spoke Spanish. Also it is not hands on. Most International work you do as a resident/student isn't so make sure you ask before you plan and elective! Here is the link to the school: http://www.montanitaspanishschool.com/medical-spanish I also think you should read this article before you go, as it is better to know before hand to avoid disappointment and/or regret: http://www.guardian.co.uk/commentisfree/2010/nov/14/orphans-cambodia-aids-holidays-madonna
From Blog: Ecuadorian Health Care
WOW
That beach is beautiful and looks like nothing is around......was it expensive in that area? How far from the capital?
From Blog: Beach Getaway
Date: 9th August 2010
resident looking to do same
hey, where and how did you get that sweet apt? im an ER resident in DC and some of my other medical friends are trying to set up a similar elective in october, and are trying to find basically yer same experience... apt steps from surfing, and ER to work in nearby... Would love to hear yer input and if you have any doctor contacts that could set us up at the hospital for our residency program forms, thanks! tom, janie, payal
From Blog: Ecuadorian Health Care
resident looking to do same
hey, where and how did you get that sweet apt? im an ER resident in DC and some of my other medical friends are trying to set up a similar elective in october, and are trying to find basically yer same experience... apt steps from surfing, and ER to work in nearby... Would love to hear yer input and if you have any doctor contacts that could set us up at the hospital for our residency program forms, thanks! tom, janie, payal
From Blog: Ecuadorian Health Care
Date: 19th July 2010
halong bay
hey, i was wondering if you went on an organized tour of halong bay or hired you own "junk"? if you have a name of a tour company i´d appreciate it, my email is schuthie@yahoo.com. thanks
From Blog: Hanoi and Halong Bay
halong bay
hey, i was wondering if you went on an organized tour of halong bay or hired you own "junk"? if you have a name of a tour company i´d appreciate it, my email is schuthie@yahoo.com. thanks
From Blog: Hanoi and Halong Bay
Date: 20th May 2010
yooo
hahah, can not believe this. We were just registerring on couchsurfing, and fumbling around to try and find Mochan on the site. Without luck. So we checked the web, and hey! Wait a minute, isn't that... ahha Great to read you blog. It was really good meeting you guys. Hope your tuk-tuk got your safely to the busstation, and that the massage made your sleep easy. :) If you know his details, we would really appreciate you helping us get hold of it, and get in touch with him. When you have a minute, feel free to check out our blog, too http://www.lonelyplamet.blogspot.com All the best, guys!! Hope the rest of your Laos stay is wonderful. JB and Ida
From Blog: Shizuoka and Osaka
yooo
hahah, can not believe this. We were just registerring on couchsurfing, and fumbling around to try and find Mochan on the site. Without luck. So we checked the web, and hey! Wait a minute, isn't that... ahha Great to read you blog. It was really good meeting you guys. Hope your tuk-tuk got your safely to the busstation, and that the massage made your sleep easy. :) If you know his details, we would really appreciate you helping us get hold of it, and get in touch with him. When you have a minute, feel free to check out our blog, too http://www.lonelyplamet.blogspot.com All the best, guys!! Hope the rest of your Laos stay is wonderful. JB and Ida
From Blog: Shizuoka and Osaka
Date: 4th May 2010
So when are you going to start working for National Geographic?
From Blog: Diving in Thailand
So when are you going to start working for National Geographic?
From Blog: Diving in Thailand
Date: 26th April 2010
I enjoyed your Tokyo post. It looks beautiful fun there. My blog is looking for travel photos and hostel reviews. If you have the time, email us some at dirtyhippiesblog@gmail.com or check us out at dirty-hippies.blogspot.com Continued fun on your travels, Eric
From Blog: Tokyo
I enjoyed your Tokyo post. It looks beautiful fun there. My blog is looking for travel photos and hostel reviews. If you have the time, email us some at dirtyhippiesblog@gmail.com or check us out at dirty-hippies.blogspot.com Continued fun on your travels, Eric
From Blog: Tokyo
Date: 16th February 2010
hospital
Next time you go you should check this site for travel health info: http://www.mdtravelhealth.com/destinations/samerica/ecuador.php They have a recent outbreak section too - it seems like things happen there with food preparation and such.
From Blog: Ecuadorian Health Care
hospital
Next time you go you should check this site for travel health info: http://www.mdtravelhealth.com/destinations/samerica/ecuador.php They have a recent outbreak section too - it seems like things happen there with food preparation and such.
From Blog: Ecuadorian Health Care
Date: 3rd December 2009
We went with Magic Tours and our guides were brothers (Jose and Gabriel I think). They did an outstanding job, although I think most of the companies are similar. Enjoy the 'factory'!
From Blog: The Lost City Trek
We went with Magic Tours and our guides were brothers (Jose and Gabriel I think). They did an outstanding job, although I think most of the companies are similar. Enjoy the 'factory'!
From Blog: The Lost City Trek
Date: 15th November 2009
Great report!
My boyfriend and I are planning on doing this trek in December. What tour company did you go with? We're leaning towards Sierra Tours.
From Blog: The Lost City Trek
Great report!
My boyfriend and I are planning on doing this trek in December. What tour company did you go with? We're leaning towards Sierra Tours.
From Blog: The Lost City Trek
Date: 15th November 2009
amazing!
Carrie, Truly an amazing trip you're having! I can't even imagine how you guys figured out where to go and how to set this all up. I definitely would LOVE to chat about your trip when we no doubt meet up in the near future. Try not to think about the C word and enjoy your trip! Grant
From Blog: Colombia's Coffee region, AKA: Heaven!
amazing!
Carrie, Truly an amazing trip you're having! I can't even imagine how you guys figured out where to go and how to set this all up. I definitely would LOVE to chat about your trip when we no doubt meet up in the near future. Try not to think about the C word and enjoy your trip! Grant
From Blog: Colombia's Coffee region, AKA: Heaven!
Date: 7th October 2009
Manuel Antonia
Hey I think your lucky you saw all those animals at the park! Me and Eric stayed in Quepos for three weeks last December and we didn't get to see half the things you saw.....I don't know why they were hiding from me! Except for the jellyfish - I was the one and only person on the whole beach who got stung all up my foot and leg! Why couldn't the cute animals come out and play? Sounds like you having a great time! Stay safe and have fun!
From Blog: Manuel Antonio
Manuel Antonia
Hey I think your lucky you saw all those animals at the park! Me and Eric stayed in Quepos for three weeks last December and we didn't get to see half the things you saw.....I don't know why they were hiding from me! Except for the jellyfish - I was the one and only person on the whole beach who got stung all up my foot and leg! Why couldn't the cute animals come out and play? Sounds like you having a great time! Stay safe and have fun!
From Blog: Manuel Antonio
erika
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From Blog: The Cambodian Genocide