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| 21st November 2009 geoffandmazi | Borneo trip response - From: Kinabatangan River Cruise - Borneo I believe the location for the river cruise on the Kinabatangan is between 3-4 hours east from Kota Kinabalu. It was a full day bus ride though between Semporna and Kota Kinabalu (12 hours) but travels the same route. So, I think you should be able to take a bus from Semporna and get off where the River Cruise company picks you up. You definitely should arrange ahead of time for the river cruise. If you're pressed for time it would probably be faster to fly from Tawau to KK and then catch transportation to the Kinabatangan pick up spot. You'll need to get a hold of the company which can be arranged by tour agencies and guesthouses. Some of the details are also in Lonely Planet guides. Sorry, I am not too clear on the details. We weren't on any kind of time restriction at the time we traveled. Also, beware of guesthouses/travel companies; when we arranged our Kinabatangan cruise the guesthouse gave us the correct location to travel too but neglected to book us a room which was (luckily) just a small hiccup. Best of luck! |
| 3rd November 2009 kerbau1 | Dead Wrong! - From: Mount Kinabalu Sorry mate but don't give people false hopes and claim you don't need to book accomodations 6 months in advance. There is a shortage of beds up at laban rata and the other huts there and given the number of tour companies and tourist who do frequent mt kinabalu these days, assuming there are beds and trying to get beds sorted out at the last minute is generally doomed to failure. You may have been lucky on your trip but advising people that its easy to do is total BS... As for the "over priced" cost to climb the mountain, how much is it in EURO or USD to climb south east asia's highest mountain as a comparison to other peaks in those "1st world" countries? Get real! |
| 22nd October 2009 kamila mortimer | enquiry - From: Kinabatangan River Cruise - Borneo Dear Sirs, I will be travelling around Borneo and I am interested in the river cruise 3 days/2nights. on 26.12.-28.12. We will be staying the night 25/26. in Seporna as we will be diving in Kapalai before, so I need to know details about pick up, do we need to get to sandakan etc. Please send me also program and costs. @ adults. Thanks a lot Best regards Kamila M. |
| 30th September 2009 Than Than Yin | My Birth Place - From: Monywa I was born in Monywa 1951,my house is near the bank of Chindwin River.I lived in Broker street,my parents were merchants.I love my birth place and I lived in Monywa happily with my family.Now I am not here. I miss my family and Monywa. |
| 23rd September 2009 soe myint | Thank you for your blog on Monywa - From: Monywa Hello there I thank you very much for your photos of Boditataung and its neighbourhood.I was born there many years ago and these photos remind me of my days as a small boy in the village.The small hills in the background are where I worked as a sheppard boy looking after the goats my parents raised for their livelihood. My father was a school teacher and my mother was selling foods and other paraphenalia which she carried on her head.The monk who build all these buddha statutes was my uncle on my father's side and the reverend monk passed away 2 years ago. I hope I will see you in your next visit to Monywa. |
| 3rd September 2009 anonymous | - From: Sagaing life and teaching good job you guys. This is amazing. COME HOME! e |
| 3rd September 2009 anonymous | - From: Last day in Bagan and overall experience in Myanmar the picutres from this are beautiful. the sunrise one specifically COME HOME. e |
| 3rd September 2009 anonymous | - From: Broken down bus and a long journey... this is cool. maz, I hope you jumped off the tarazan swing too! that looks lis so much fun |
| 22nd July 2009 uncle bob and aunti carol | glad to hear from you! - From: Monywa and day trip to Hpo Win Daung Caves, Copper Mine and Myakanthar Lake Hi geoff and mazi... we are amazed at all the wonderful things you are able to accomplish on your tour. how exciting and foreign they sound!... good to know you are both feeling good and enjoying all this culture... I am sure you will never regret all the fascinating places you have visited on this trip... we are looking forward to seeing soon (august) geoff's family in Panorama, B.C... we will be missing you both!... all good wishes, bob and carol |
| 14th July 2009 Tadpole | Complaint - From: Orang Utan Sanctury - Sepilok -Mangrove Trek - Rainforest Discovery Centre - Canopy walk and Poring Hotsprings Dear Laura and Mazi, I'm sorry to hear about your bad experience with the dishonest driver. If you are keen, you may give me the details and I will forward it to Sabah Tourism Board. BTW, nice travelogue! |
| 11th July 2009 anonymous | - From: Mandalay san Tun win |
| 4th July 2009 teachertun | - From: Mandalay and Area Trip Are you sure it was not forced labor? |
| 19th May 2009 Alanna | Mallaca or Melaka - From: Johor Bahru, Melaka, and KL Hi, I would like to correct u that it's Malacca. Haha I am not that sure, but I believe Melaka is a Malay way to adress that state while Malacca (English) |
| 15th May 2009 uncle bob and aunti carol | wow, your photos look so inviting! - From: Semporna, Sipadan, & Mabul (dive trip) Hi you two... we are so enjoying your escapades and photos... we are seeing through your eyes things we never thought possible...(probably cause we are old!!!)... thanks for including us on your adventure!... love, bob and carol |
| 8th April 2009 bob and carol | sounds like fun! - From: Diving in Pulau Payar Hi you two... enjoyed the comments and pics of your diving adventure. How long are you staying in Singapore?... looks like you got a lot of really good pics underwater!.. Hope you are both still enjoying the trip (sounds like you are) just think about back home and all the snow we have had this winter and be glad you are there!!... thanks for sending the blog along to us.. bob and carol |
| 11th March 2009 anonymous | - From: Langkawi Wow! I didn't know that Langkawi was that beautiful as seen in your pictures. Did you check your camera and made sure those pics were not taken in Thailand? Ok, you did! Next question, say, did Tourism Malaysia pay for your trip? :) I've been to Langkawi but I didn't cover so many areas. Glad you had a great time there. |
| 11th February 2009 Shari | Cheap?? - From: Sanya Part 2 I'm not sure who was writing this part but had a giggle when you talked about this. As your Grampa B would say..."Grind em"!! He taught you well :-) |
| 2nd February 2009 Jeff | Be careful - From: Sanya, Hainan Part 1 Vendors play tricks,it's so common to confronted with this situation in China.As you say,they often take advantage of language barrier to trick foreigners.Maybe you should take this extra expense into your travel budget.Never forget to bargain,it's better to have some trusted native friends with you.Good luck! |
| 30th January 2009 Shar | Amazing..... - From: Changbai Shan Just got back to seeing your blog and these pics of Changbai Shan are truly amazing. My god, what an experience you are having. You'll be talking about this forever!! So nice to see you both through photos. And of course the little IM we did that time Geoff. Anyhow, just wanted to say "Hi". All is well in cowtown! The weather has even smartened up this week. Cold front coming in tomorrow though for a couple of days. Be safe.....have fun in Malaysia :) Love Shar & Don |
| 30th January 2009 Jane | aww how cute! - From: Jianfengling Rainforest haha you guys are matching!!!! how cute! and those beans are yummy!!! |
| 20th January 2009 Sennifer | where in the world...?? - From: Shenyang to Qingdao Hi Magi and Geoff. So I finally figured out how people are posting these notes...ahah! Anyways, enough is enough. Where are you guys? You need to update your blog cause people like me who are stuck at work 5 days a week need something to read/do during our breaks...or simple just procrastinate like I'm doing right now...shhhhhhhh! Hope all is well with the both of you and I wish you safe travels. Btw, Kunh hei fat choi...and make sure you eat a lot of bbq chicken for me. YUM! |
| 27th December 2008 Christinie anne | Just dropping By to say Hey - From: Shenyang to Qingdao Hey Magi I wasnt sure if you were going to be back yet or not, but I am assuming not because Sanya, Hainan doesnt sound canadian! Hows your back and your trip? I hope you had an amazing Christmas, and Happy New years Lady! Have fun! Cheers eh! Christine |
| 23rd December 2008 geoffandmazi | merry Christmas! - From: Shenyang to Qingdao hello muriel Thanks for the message. My back is getting better and we are spending christmas and new years in Sanya, Hainan. I will let you know the next time we add to the blog. It has been awhile since we have added to this website because of my back. We were chatting with kent and it sounds like he has a big trip planned for christmas. We hope everything is going well. Merry Christmas and happy new year! magi |
| 13th December 2008 Muriel | Hi from Kent's mom - From: Shenyang to Qingdao I keep meaning to ask Kent how the two of you are doing and was surprised to bump into this. I am so happy for you that you are living out your dreams, but so sorry to hear about Mazi's back problems. I hope all is better by now and that you are having a wonderful time. Now to read more of your travels. |
| 25th November 2008 Janelle | - From: Shenyang to Qingdao Hope you guys are feeling better. Aweome pictures! And I'm amazed at how many different outfits you guys have on while you're backpacking. I know . . small things amuse small minds!! |
| 25th November 2008 Janelle | - From: Beijing Tiannemen and Forbidden City I don't get it- what are butt pants???? |
| 25th November 2008 Linda O'Donoghue | Great photos and trip stories! - From: Shenyang to Qingdao Hi Magi, It was great to read more about your trip and the adventures you and Geoff continue to have. Sorry to hear about your back but hopefully by now you are feeling better! We miss you lots...your plants are still alive and doing great!! Keep the updates and photos coming...loved the pic of the runners!! Love from Linda |
| 21st November 2008 Kathleen | HI!! - From: Shenyang to Qingdao Hey you two!! Wow, looks like you're havin' an amazing time!! What great shots!! Who's the great photographer!! You're sure seeing some amazing sites!! Hope the back is gettin' better Magster!! Stay away from those flu bugs eh!! Miss you Mags!! Take care you two! |
| 19th November 2008 Charlotte Lewis | Somebody in Summerland misses you! - From: Shenyang to Qingdao Hi Geoff and Mazi. I am visiting with Elaine and Ken at their house and had the opportunity fo read your wonderfully descriptive blog. Good job!! Hope thst Mazi is feeling much better soon so as to coninue on your extraordinary adventure. Obviously, somebody in Summerland does indeed miss their daughter and her significant other. Be safe, be happy, good travels. Charlotte |
| 18th November 2008 geoffandmazi | Text message - From: Shenyang to Qingdao Hello Dennis That is really weird, we have sent two text messages since you messaged. I hope your final will be better than your midterm! Yeah we are in HK, we will be planning for Thailand within this week. I am not totally better but I am getting there :) Thanks for your message! |
| 17th November 2008 Denis | amazing pics!.. - From: Shenyang to Qingdao Great pics,especally those taken in Qingdao. U r already in Hongkong?! No wonder that I sent A text message but recerived no replies.. Have fun when U travel to SE Asia and India! Talk to u later. |
| 17th November 2008 Kent | Oh, the memories... - From: Shenyang to Qingdao Seeing those pics of Qingdao brings back so many memories. Hope you were able to get some good fish. |
| 13th November 2008 Linda O'D | Wow! Beautiful pics! - From: Changbai Shan Hey Magi, The scenery is LOVELY where you two have been! Amazing experiences you are having and I can hear that you are dealing with the 'opportunists' quite well!! Be strong! Just wanted to let you know all your plants are alive and well!! Thanks again for lending them to us! We miss you and always look forward to hearing more about your adventures. Ciao! love from Linda |
| 1st November 2008 geoffandmazi | Hi there - From: Sight seeing in Beijing Hey, thanks a lot for the note. Glad to hear you're enjoying the blog. We're having a great time exploring and experiencing new things. We've had a rough last week with colds but are recovered and ready to see more. Well, keep an eye out for a blog post in the next few days. Currently we are in the former German concession city of Qingdao. Right now I am off to the Tsing Tao Brewery for a tour. Mazi says hi! Bye for now. Geoff and Mazi |
| 1st November 2008 geoffandmazi | happy halloween - From: Changbai Shan thanks sheila. I haven't talked to you in a long time. how have you been? we will be travelling around asia till our money runs out :) needed this experience after working and school. Haha. Talk to you later. Magi |
| 31st October 2008 sheila | beautiful - From: Changbai Shan wow, what gorgeous scenery! looks like the trip of a lifetime. |
| 26th October 2008 Keith | Hi~ - From: Changbai Shan Hi~you're very ambitious and tough! very nice pic at Chang Bai Shan! |
| 26th October 2008 Jeff | - From: Changbai Shan Your blog is a best-designed one.Wish you safe journey. |
| 24th October 2008 Jennefer | Great Pictures. - From: Changbai Shan Wow, the crater lake looks amazing, to bad about the taxi driver. Where are you off to know. Reading your blog is the highlight of my day, oil is down again, gold is down again, Cnd dollar is in a free fall. You picked a perfect time to be away. Have fun. |
| 24th October 2008 geoffandmazi | - From: Arrival in HK and first week photos Hey How's law school...christmas is coming, are you going to head home. We are still in China for a few more weeks, hoping to extend Geoff's visa. The plan is to go to Vietnam or Thailand after so i am really hoping our money will last for a few more countries. :) I am sure it will, we just really need to budget. Geoff says "Hi and how's it going. Hopefully you are spending more time studying than playing risk on facebook...LOSERS- Magi's comment to that one. We are having a good time in China and we miss Canadian Beef and mashed potatoes-magi's comment to that one. Talk to you later" We miss you granny. Check out our blog when you have time, each time we post something takes forever, so you better enjoy. Talk to you soon. magi |
| 24th October 2008 geoffandmazi | Butt Pants - From: Beijing Tiannemen and Forbidden City I finaly understood how handy the butt pants are when I was on a train for 13 hours and a kid pissed right on the floor...aimed right at me! Yes that was the longest train ride ever. :) Don't work too hard and giving up a shift because you were already booked for a different shift does not count. Chat later magi |
| 24th October 2008 geoffandmazi | Hello from China - From: Travel Note October 16th Hello I am glad that you are enjoying our blog. Hope everything is going!Take Care magi |
| 21st October 2008 spring e e | good luck - From: Travel Note October 16th hey we're happy to have your blog address our boygoes to NSCAD in halifax for 2-year MFA program, works as t a in his college too enjoy your wonderful & safe trip |
| 20th October 2008 jennefer | I stayed at the Venetian too - From: Macau I just got back from Las Vegas and stayed at the Venetian their. It was wonderful. I know, I just get back from Paris and then fly to vegas the next weekend. Bad planning on my part with the way the markets are going. was hoping to win it big but I didn't. Back to work I go. |
| 19th October 2008 bob & carol grant | enjoying your blog and pics - From: Sight seeing in Beijing hi you two... we are really enjoying your blog and pics of your trip... isn't it exciting to be able to see what you are seeing!... sounds like you are having a great time, keep safe.. we are thinking of you ... uncle bob and aunti carol |
| 18th October 2008 Jane | Butt pants - From: Beijing Tiannemen and Forbidden City ahh yes butt pants. so convenient..... |
| 16th October 2008 Jane | indeed - From: Day 3 - Forbidden City yea man forbidden city is massive. It just keeps going. Hope you're having some peking duck!!! |
| 7th October 2008 Mandy | Take Care & Enjoy! - From: In Beijing Glad to learn of your experience about your first day in China... Keep on writing and let us updated. |
| 5th October 2008 Shar | - From: Aberdeen Gotta love the hat Geoff! It's you!! :-) |
| 24th September 2008 Grant Van Hal | HOWDY!!!! - From: Arrival in HK and first week photos Looks like a great start! I'll be keeping tabs on you guys. |
| 21st September 2008 Andrea | Wink ;) - From: Visiting and Pre-Flight Glad to see you two having soooo much fun!! Keep me updated. LUV U! |
| 21st September 2008 Shar | Great to hear from you! - From: Arrival in HK and first week photos So glad to see this. We will be following your adventures. That nasty spider looks creepy!!!! :-) News Flash: Sold the condo....bought a house in Airdrie and move on the 8th of October. So we're off and running! Take care, be safe and continue having a great time. We'll be watching for your blogs. |
