24 December 2013 – En route to Mawlamyien, Myanmar
A rather bumpy ride on a colonial-era train from Bago to Mawlamyien
A rather bumpy ride on a colonial-era train from Bago to Mawlamyien
We were driving (or more like struggling) up a steep, dusty, barely paved road in what on the map was designated as Ta Sua nature reserve. The views were of average magnificence, we’ve seen better, but still some nice rolling hills, mountain passes, mist. Every 20 minutes or so we would stop to take in…
The last day of our motorcycle ride took us via the Hai Van Pass to Hoi An. The Hai Van Pass is said to be one of the most spectacular roads in SE Asia. Certainly in Vietnam. We tested it out and agree that it is a beautiful ride – paved road, little traffic, and…
Hanging out on a mountain — this time no hike, very easy and pleasant — hitched a ride to the chairlift (~8 km from Mestia) and then onwards and upwards by the mechanical wonder. The image is of mountain Ushba, which refused to part with the clouds on that day.
Our motorcycle adventure came to an end on 28 May — Indi is off with a new owner. We miss her terribly. Riding a motorcycle through Vietnam and Laos has been one of the most awesomest things we’ve done on our trip. The sale was quick — just took two days, even though we were…
Another amazing accommodation in Cambodia — Bacoma in Kep. Seriously, Cambodia must win first prize in global competition for most amazing value hotels. This stone bungalow beauty was only $10 a night!
We make a pit stop on a train station somewhere in Siberia, between Krasnoyarsk and Irkutsk, Russia.