Blogs from Asia - page 13031

Khao San Road. Ground zero for backpackers in Bangkok. All I can say is thank god I didnt stay there myself. While I can accept that it can help ease the transition from west to east and back again, the fact that it has been completely (and I do mean completely) inundated with backpackers from all over the world leaves it somewhat lacking in the 'charm' department. It is basically a place where you hear every language but Thai and are able to pick up whatever it is you may have forgotten at home at prices that would make a Chattuchuk market vender pee his pants in excitement. That said, should any of you consider a trip to Thailand and want to stay there and fit in, then simply follow these instructions. As for your hair, ... read more

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I have been here fron nearly 3 months so I decided it was time I went for a walk around the town, which is my home for 2007. I am living in Asabata which is North of Shizuoka, about 20 minutes drive. I love it here, you're out of the city and at the base of the mountains...its very peaceful. I have days when I totally forget that I am living in Japan...well until I see all the Japanese people obviously. I have settled in nicely and wouldnt want to be anywhere else....anyway back to my senic walk of Asabta. I loved taking in all the different houses. There are traditional Japanese houses, modern house, purple, pink and bright yellow houses, appartment blocks-which is what I live in but on this walk I decided my favourite ... read more

Ko Tao is a great place, completely diving orientated. But I had already decided before I got here that I was not going to be doing any diving as I will be spending 3 months doing it later. But the water and the coral reefs are just breath taking. Perfect for diving. I think I may return once qualified dm. In short we have had 2 very jam packed days. Day 1 we went on a snorkeling day trip. We had the choice of long boat or a big passenger boat. Being a certified back packer now we automatically took the cheaper option. Which I think we all later regretted. I can honestly say I was absolutely cacking myself the whole time. I reckon I have quite good sea faring legs but oh my god nothing ... read more

Dear Parents, All the students have returned to the hostel, safe and sound. They were overjoyed and shared with the teachers what their buddies have bought for them. We’ll leave it to them to share with you when they’re back (We heard one of them received a necklace that cost more than 200 rmb). No wonder some of them commented that they wanted to stay here! (Don’t worry parents, they’re just joking and we all know that they miss home.) Hui Jun’s gastric flu has recovered, but she has a mild headache in the evening. She’ll probably recover after a rest tonight. Tomorrow, the students will be visiting ‘Dragon Cave’. We’ll post their photos’ online after the trip. Please be patient. Regards, Twinning Programme Team ... read more