Far East Travels Podcast
325 episodes - English - Latest episode: 10 months ago - ★★★★★ - 30 ratingsFar East Travels-Inspired by Rick Steves, Lonely Planet, Anthony Bourdain and National Geographic.-Informative, enlightening, entertaining. Let John Saboe take you on journeys filled with spiritual celebrations and rituals, ancient festivals thrilling wildlife safaris, trekking and climbing quests and a vast array of food cultures. Learn about cultural differences, village life, urban exploration, street food, history and architecture in places like Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos, Nepal, India, Korea, Malaysia, Borneo, Indonesia, Taiwan and Japan. Stories, advice, and conversations from one of the most exciting adventure destinations on the planet-Asia.
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Hoi An, Vietnam Travel Advice From The "Ancient Town"
July 14, 2023 08:10 - 17 minutes - 16.1 MBHoi An, the Unesco World Heritage Site's streets are busting at the seams with visitors. It certainly appears that the old town has returned to the days of packed streets prior to the pandemic. I'm in Hoi An with an up-to-date report on the ancient town, its sites, and what it's like to visit one of Vietnam's top destinations. I have some tips on where you can avoid the crowds and some other things you'll want to know especially if it's your first visit. If you'd like to support the channel t...
5 More Annoyances To Watch Out For In Vietnam
July 04, 2023 11:23 - 20 minutes - 18.8 MBIn this episode I discuss 5 more typical annoyances or things tourists should be aware of when visiting Vietnam, especially for the first time. Once you master these and the last 5 in a previous episode you'll be much better prepared. As a disclaimer, there are similiar things to watch out for in other countries in the region and beyond. In some cases like the cyclo driver scams, knowing what to expect can save you several dollars and a really uncomfortable experience. In this episode I also...
Vietnam Will Introduce 90 Day eVisas Beginning August 15
June 26, 2023 12:17 - 14 minutes - 13.1 MBIt's finally happening! Vietnam's National Assembly agreed to extend the current 30 day tourist eVisa to 90 days for 80 countries. This will be the first time 90 day visas will be available to tourists since early 2020. This is welcome news to the tourism industry and thousands of people who in the past enjoyed long-term stays in Vietnam. Nha Trang and Da Nang will most likely see the biggest growth in tourism and extended stays. In this podcast what we know so far. More details to come. Patr...
5 Annoyances Or Scams You Can Avoid In Vietnam
June 23, 2023 04:30 - 24 minutes - 22.7 MBIn this episode I run down 5 common mistakes or uncomfortable situations you can avoid on your first trip to Vietnam. Some could be considered scams or overcharging, in other cases just minor uncomfortable situtations that can be easily avoided. We've all been scammed or overcharged at least once on our travels. I remember I was overcharged for a speedboat ride to the Gili Islands by what I thought were friendly staff in the hotel I was staying at in Bali many years ago. They are situations t...
Vietnam-Upcoming Changes To The Current Visa Policy?
May 03, 2023 09:18 - 18 minutes - 25.1 MBI'm back! Thanks so much for your patience. A long needed hiatus from the podcast was due and I"m now delighted to return to regular podcasting of The Far East Travels Podcast in it's 8th year! In this episode I'll review the current visas that are offered in Vietnam and the upcoming proposal to return to 90 day visas as well as the extending of visa exemption stays for many countries. Honestly, I did not plan to be off this long from the podcast but days turn into weeks, which turn into mon...
Taiwan Is Open To The World! With Guest Photographer Bruno Black-Taipei
December 24, 2022 05:01 - 32 minutes - 30.1 MBIn October Taiwan eased restrictions once again welcoming visitors to "The Beautiful Island". My friend and longtime guest of the podcast photographer Bruno Black gives us an update on what's new and what to expect when you arrive. Bruno has toured many people around the island and is an expert on the best places to see as well as knowing where to go to get those great shots. Visitors are finally returning to the island and we'll also get an update from Bruno on some new sites to visit includ...
Our Man In Kyoto, Japan [Tour Operator/Podcaster Niall Gibson]
November 11, 2022 02:30 - 43 minutes - 39.6 MBA pleasure as always to have Kyoto based Niall Gibson, an expat Canadian, tour operator and host of the Kyoto Fun Podcast on the Far East Travels Podcast. Niall gives us an update on the current travel landscape of Kyoto and the rest of Japan. With the yen currently at a record low and travel restrictions lifted this could be one of the best times in your life to visit Japan. Niall gives pointers on sites and things to do in Kyoto, as well as Tokyo, Hokkaido, and Hiroshima. Niall has lived in...
Japan And Taiwan Are Fully Open To Independant Travelers!
October 31, 2022 05:00 - 17 minutes - 15.6 MBAfter 2.5 years both Taiwan and Japan are fully open to independant tourism. In this episode I share more details about requirements upon arrival, particularily for the more complicated procedures for Taiwan. As someone who lived in Taiwan I am very happy for the many businesses who relied and of course benefited from foreign visitors. Taipei was a meeting place almost every weekend for travelers from around East and Southeast Asia. I can't imagine what the toll from the pandemic has left on ...
Pot Smoking Tourists Not Welcome In Thailand
August 22, 2022 13:15 - 26 minutes - 24.4 MBThe quote "Pot Smoking Tourists Not Welcom In Thailand"recently comes from the Thai Health Minister. Updates and a throwback to a walkabout in the shopping districts during a visit in 2017. Bangkok is coming back with an estimated 7-8 million visitors expected in 2022. Still a far cry from the 40 million visitors it saw in 2019. Things are improving as far as more flights heading for the capital of Thailand with Bangkok Air adding direct flights from Da Nang beginning September 1st. In this e...
I've Got Covid + 3 Vietnam Cities In Travel + Leisure's Top 10 SEA Cities
August 08, 2022 09:41 - 21 minutes - 19.5 MBThis past summer was not the experience I was hoping for. What was to be outings and short visits around the country has turned into weeks of nursing colds, sinus infections, and now Covid. Fortunately I've been lucky to have only experienced cold symptoms with C19. But my isolation has taken me back to the feelings experienced a year ago when we were all under some form of lockdown here in Vietnam. My apologies for the lack of output of new content and episodes but I am hopeful going forward...
I've Been Sick, But Not With COVID! Back With A Travel Update For Asia
July 27, 2022 09:16 - 24 minutes - 22.8 MBIt's so glad to be back after a long break due to a cold and sinus infection. In the episode I'll discuss dealing with a common flu or cold after not having one for 2 years. Also more importantly what travel is currently like and the most recent updates for East Asia, Southeast Asia, and South Asia. It still looks like it may be still some time before East Asia like Taiwan or Japan reopens to independant travelers. Nepal is open with few travel restrictions if you're considering a trek in t...
Walking Through A Tourist Friendly Market In Vietnam
June 25, 2022 06:54 - 12 minutes - 11.7 MBIn this episode I take you for a walk through the Han Market in Da Nang, Vietnam. You'll immediately notice lots of interaction with local sellers as this market is geared a little more tourists than the Con Market in the last episode. These markets are always alot of fun to visit and in terms of food they really give you insight into what people eat here. The food stalls in any of these markets are always worthy of a visit with usually excellent examples of local classics at a much lower pri...
Thailand Pass Is Finished July 1st/Visiting A Wholesale Market in Vietnam
June 18, 2022 09:37 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MBIt's official as of July 1st, no more uploading documents for a Thailand Pass. Proof of vaccination or for the unvaccinated a negative PCR test is all that's needed now to visit the country. This should further open up travel in the region expanding flights to Thailand and from Thai airports to other destinations in Southeast Asia. I will also discuss cost of flights within the region as they are still high in some circumstances. Vietnam is now the only country that is fully open to vaccinate...
Tara Air Crash Nepal & Travel Updates From The Beach-Da Nang
June 05, 2022 09:18 - 24 minutes - 22 MBVery tragic news out of Nepal this past week with another Tara Air crash on the Pokhara Jomsom route. The last crash on this flight, another Tara Air plane was in 2016. Although this route doesn't get as much attention as the the Kathmandu/Lukla flight in the Everest region it is still a very dangerous airport. I'll share my experience and thoughts. As well I'm getting out again reporting on location from various locations-this week from Non Nuoc Beach that is home to many 5 star resorts in D...
Vietnam Drops Pretests + More Travel News from Asia!
May 19, 2022 05:41 - 12 minutes - 11.5 MBVietnam along with several other countries have decided to drop pretests for fully vaccinated visitors. That makes entry to Singapore, Malaysia, Cambodia, Thailand, and Vietnam relativeily easy to enter now with no required pretests for fully vaccinated travelers. It's now possible to have an extended stay in Southeast Asia with the least amount of restrictions since the pre-pandemic days of traveling. Vietnam has yet to authorize stays longer than 30 days but if you were looking to spend mo...
Traveling To Cambodia-First Border Crossing In Over 2 Years!
April 30, 2022 09:45 - 20 minutes - 18.7 MBA short two night trip was the perfect way to transition into travel in pandemic, and perhaps soon to be endemic times. Cambodia currently is the easiest country to enter in Southeast Asia with no pre-uploading of info and no pre-arrival or arrival testing. In this episode I'll run through this recent experience and share with you the highlights. As well some more lifting of restrictions taking effect this week in Malaysia and Thailand. Thanks so much for your support! f you'd like to support...
Cambodia Lifts PCR/Antigen Test Entry Requirements
April 02, 2022 14:17 - 29 minutes - 27.3 MBCambodia has taken the biggest step in lifting requirements for entry with the elimination of a negative test result upon arrival as well as the dropping of the antigen test. This will not only make an entry into Cambodia easier but will also allow for less restrictive movements back and forth between Vietnam and Thailand. Also in this episode, the tourists are coming back to Vietnam and Malaysia is now open to tourists without requiring a sandbox type scheme to Langkawi Island. Southeast Asi...
Vietnam Officially Opens To Tourists
March 16, 2022 04:12 - 27 minutes - 24.8 MBVietnam opens to tourists for the first time in 2 years this week. Rules, protocols, and visa availabiltiy are still unclear at the time of broadcast. Officially citizens from 13 countries have been granted 15 day visa exemptions valid until 2025. Unverified reports of people receiving visas through Vietnamese embassies or consulates are slowly surfacing in various social media groups. In this episode I will cover off everything so far in regards to the opening of Vietnam to tourists as well ...
Vietnam Reopens To Tourists Beginning March 15
February 20, 2022 13:02 - 33 minutes - 30.2 MBIt's official, Vietnam closed to tourists since March 2020, will reopen it's borders starting March 15th. Details as to what visas will be available and their validity length are still unknown but will most likely be made public in the next few days. Vietnam is one of the last countries in Southeast Asia to open it's doors to tourism since the COVID pandemic began and borders were closed by most countries in March of 2020. This will probably help to encourage tourism within Southeast Asia ove...
Vietnam's Minister Of Culture, Sports, Tourism Recommends March Reopening
February 04, 2022 08:49 - 29 minutes - 26.7 MBVietnam could reopen to international travelers as soon as by the end of March. The Prime Minister has also expressed that Vietnam should be prepared to reopen by the end of March and no later than the end of April. Also news from Thailand, Indonesia, The Philipines, and Laos. We'll also spin back the clock to January 2018 with a visit in a part 2 series on the Dihua Street Lunar New Year Market in Taipei, Taiwan. I'm enjoying the Tet holiday break here in Da nang, Vietnam with more news and ...
Test And Go Thailand Resumes February 1st(Plus travel news from Vietnam)
January 23, 2022 12:57 - 29 minutes - 26.8 MBAfter a Omicron spike across Thailand the country will resume their Test And Go program beginning February 1st. Also new "sealed" flights from Bangkok to Phuket will allow international travelers to now transit through Bangkok onward to the Phuket "Sandbox" scheme. It feels despite the Omicron factor that Southeast Asia will be moving ahead with reopening to international travelers. In this episode we will also revisit the bustling Dihua Street New Year's Market in Taipei(2017). Thanks again ...
Vietnam-Visitors On Free Extensions Must Exit By January 15 Plus Other Updates
January 13, 2022 08:51 - 18 minutes - 17.1 MBWelcome to 2022 and the first episode of the year! I have been traveling in Southern and Central Vietnam for the past 3 week happy to be back in Da Nanag with the latest update. I talk about the latest travel news from here including the final exit orders for all tourists and visitors on free visa extensions since March 2020. Thailand is ever changing in it's restrictions, and Cambodia is off to a slow start in it's recovery of the tourism sector. I'm still optimistic that this year will see ...
African Countries Shut Out From Entering Southeast Asia
December 02, 2021 13:03 - 38 minutes - 34.9 MBUp to 10 countries of South Africa have now been barred from entering Southeast Asian countries and South Korea. As well, anyone who has recently visited or transited through these countries have been barred from entering the region. South Korea requires it's citizens who are returning from those South African countries to quarantine in a government facility upon returning to the country. With the development of the Omicron variant expect reopening plans to be possibly delayed. For Vietnam, ...
Cambodia Opens To Fully Vaccinated Travelers/Vietnam-First Tourists Welcomed Back In 20 Months
November 21, 2021 10:33 - 34 minutes - 31.2 MBCambodia surprised everyone recently abandoning their phasing in of tourism to fully reopening the country to travelers. They're even paying for the rapid test on arrival! That's two countries in Southeast Asia that are now fully opened to travelers. This week also saw the first tourists to arrive in Vietnam in 20 months. Nha Trang, Da Nang/Quan Am, and how Phu Quoc are hosting international travelers on fixed itinerary travel packages. It's exciting to see the countries of SEA start to welco...
Thailand, Bali, Japan, Hong Kong, Travel Updates & Patan's Durbar Square Part 2
November 12, 2021 09:23 - 36 minutes - 33.6 MBNavigating through the confusing Thailand Pass online registration as well as updates for travel openings for Bali, Japan, Hong Kong, and more. Although the odds are still in your favor you could end up ruining your vacation if you're traveling to Thailand for only a two week stay or less. It's happened to people that came in close contact with someone who tests positive. Their entire vacation was spent in a quarantine hotel. Bali still requires a 5 day quarantine period upon arrival so for n...
Cambodia Announces Reopening Plan, News From Vietnam, Thailand And More!
November 03, 2021 12:40 - 31 minutes - 29 MBCambodia finally announces reopening plans set for the end of November. Thailand reopened this week to fully vaccinated tourists from select countries and Vietnam has more regions getting ready to open possibly in November along with Phu Quoc Island. Clearly there is urgency to get things rolling again with airlines on the verge of bankruptcy and hotels and resorts exhausting their financial resources. Indonesia's key carrier is on the brink of bankruptcy and if the tourism industry doesn't s...
Thailand, The Whole Thing, Reopens November 1st To Vaccinated Travelers
October 21, 2021 14:51 - 35 minutes - 32.9 MBYes, Thailand plans to now reopen the whole country beginning November 1st. This will be the first country in Southeast Asia to open to fully vaccinated travellers quarantine free in 18 months. News also about openings in Bali, Indonesia, Boracay, Phillipines, Vietnam, and Singapore. In this episode I will also revisit the enchanting, charming city of Hanoi. Walk with me through the atmospheric Old Quarter describing the sites, shops, on my way to the Dong Xuan Wholesale Market. This is the l...
Bali, Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia Updates Plus Revisiting Batu Caves & Georgetown, Malaysia
October 08, 2021 15:55 - 37 minutes - 34 MBIt doesn't seem so long ago that I was living my dream traveling throughout this side of Asia. Things have drastically changed since the start of the pandemic but I still feel fortunate to be sharing life in Vietnam. The days of traveling again may still be a ways off but at least we have our past travels to treasure and share. In this episode I go back to my 2019 visit to Malaysia with a short walk around the Batu Caves in Selangor and a wonderful atmospheric tour around Georgetown in Penang...
Thailand/Vietnam Opening Delayed Until November(Plus Revisitng Cebu, Philiipines)
September 25, 2021 10:23 - 35 minutes - 32 MBWith supplies not meeting the demand for vaccines in Southeast Asia Thailand and Vietnam have postphoned reopening to tourists in specific locations until at least sometime in November now. Vietnam's Phu Quoc Island when opened will be only accepting package tourists with 14 4 to 5 star properties under the initial scheme. For Thailand their reopening to international tourists in the cities and towns of Bangkok, Pattaya, Hua Hin, and Chiang Mai will now delayed until sometime in November. I'...
Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Hua Hin, Reopening October 15th Plus Revisting Taipei's Huge Wholesale Market
September 17, 2021 13:44 - 36 minutes - 33.8 MBEveryone in the region I believe is monitoring the current results and success of the reopening of destinations in Thailand to fully vaccinated international travelers. With the recent outbreaks of Covid authorities have delayed the opening to tourists until October 15th. Other destinations in Thailand due to open in October are Chiang Mai, Hua Hin, and Pattaya. Vietnam's plan to reopen Phu Quoc Island to international travelers is still stet for October 1st. Expect other possible resort styl...
Revisiting Chiang Rai, Thailand Plus A Travel Update And Vietnam News
September 09, 2021 12:50 - 19 minutes - 17.8 MBChiang Mai is the start of Northern Thailand but don't miss that peaceful spot just a 3 hour drive north-Chiang Rai. Visiting both will increase your appreciation of both. Chiang Mai is bustling with nightmarkets/walking streets, bars, plenty of sites and comforts for foreigners. One of Southeast Asia's top expat communities. Chiang Rai is quieter, less sites, a little more spread out, but the peaceful charm and quiet evenings is very appealing. There are also plenty of sites to visit if you...
Revisiting Chiang Rai, Thailand Plus A Travel Update And Vietnam News
September 09, 2021 12:50 - 19 minutes - 17.8 MBChiang Mai is the start of Northern Thailand but don't miss that peaceful spot just a 3 hour drive north-Chiang Rai. Visiting both will increase your appreciation of both. Chiang Mai is bustling with nightmarkets/walking streets, bars, plenty of sites and comforts for foreigners. One of Southeast Asia's top expat communities. Chiang Rai is quieter, less sites, a little more spread out, but the peaceful charm and quiet evenings is very appealing. There are also plenty of sites to visit if you...
Bangkok, Thailand-Revisiting God Of Love Shrine & Shopping Mall District
September 04, 2021 09:13 - 25 minutes - 22.9 MBNo matter how you feel about shopping malls at some point during your visit to Bangkok you will most likely find yourself in Pathum Wan, the city's impressive shopping district with it's plethora of malls, food courts, and entertainment venues. In this episode I revisit the area Central World where you'll find the Trimurti God Of Love Shrine along with the famous Ganesh Shrine of this area. I mentioned in the segment that it was Monday night so the street food carts and sellers are usually no...
Hanoi, Vietnam Revisiting The Charming Capital
August 30, 2021 13:03 - 30 minutes - 27.7 MBHanoi has always been one of my favorite cities in Southeast Asia. Charming, pedestrian friendly in many places, historic, vibrant, I miss visiting Hanoi very much. In this episode I return to Hanoi with audio from my 2017 visit around the Old Quarter and The Rising Sun Bridge at Hoan Kiem Lake. LIke many people in Vietnam I have been reluctant to travel around the country much due to the uncertainty of possibly being stuck in a place outside of your base city. Currently travel within the cou...
Phnom Penh, Cambodia Riverside Revisited Plus Updates From Vietnam
August 25, 2021 13:00 - 40 minutes - 37.2 MBIn this latest episode I look back to a visit to Phnom Penh in 2019 with a morning walk through the markets and streets near the Riverside neighborhood tourist/backpacker area. This district of Phnom Penh is recommended for first time visits to the city. It's one of the most convenient spots for restaurants, sites, and of course near the boardwalk along the Tonle Sap River. If you're not interested in seeing the darker side of this area stay away from the streets where the beer parlors are lo...
Mumbia, India-Revisiting The Maximum City Plus Ho Chi Minh City Hard Lockdown Update
August 21, 2021 07:52 - 24 minutes - 22 MBIn this episode I take you along to revisit a little slice of my last visit to Mumbai. The Maximum City is not as extreme as you might imagine. At least that's what I found. You can walk around several areas and not feel like you're fighting crowds. Amazing street food, friendly locals, and a truly one of a kind travel experience. I also share with you the latest lockdown measures in Vietnam in particular the latest movement of military for support in Ho Chi Minh City. Thanks as always for yo...
Revisiting Nepal's Adventure Capital-Pokhara Plus A Pandemic/Tourism Update
August 18, 2021 10:06 - 34 minutes - 31.7 MBPokhara is considered the tourism capital of Nepal. There are countless treks that begin or end in Pokhara including the great Annapurna Circuit, Annapurna Base Camp, Upper Mustang and Poonhill. Situated on beautiful Phewa Lake this is a much more relaxing experience than the capital of Kathmandu. In this episode I revisit the Peace Pagoda with views of some of the highest mountains on the planet. Listen to the drums and faint chanting from the monks during this episode, a treat when visiting...
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Revisiting Plus Update
August 15, 2021 10:29 - 37 minutes - 34.2 MBIt's been a stopover for many years but whether it's just a one night or multiple day stay I've never been disapointed visiting Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. In this episode I give a brief update on the pandemic situation and share some of the highlights of my trips to Malaysia over the years including Malaysian Borneo. From Brickfields, KL Sentral, KLCC(City Center), Chinatown, Bukit Bintang, this is one of Southeast Asia's most diverse cities. If you're a food lover you must put this city on the ...
Siem Reap, Cambodia Revisited With Update
August 13, 2021 10:20 - 35 minutes - 32.2 MBSiem Reap is the gateway to Angkor Wat and the Angkor Ruins and in my opinion is an absolute must-see on a multi-country visit of Southeast Asia. Yes, you'll compete with crowds including tour package groups for space, and sunrise draws hundreds of onlookers but it's all worth any kind of frustration you might experience. For those that look forward to the party atmosphere in between visits to Angkor Siem Reap will not let you down, with it's famous Pub Street and a multitude of night markets...
Phnom Penh, Cambodia Update +Revisiting The Central Market 2019
August 11, 2021 09:49 - 40 minutes - 37.2 MBUp until earlier this year Cambodia had a very good handle on controlling the pandemic but a series of outbreaks that originated from nightclubs and casinos changed the situation beginning in February. In this episode an update on the pandemic, future tourism in Cambodia. I will also revisit the iconic Central Market of the capital. This is a must see especially if it's your first time. Admire the architecture, it's bustling neighborhood. There is an abundance of local street food and Cambodi...
Murder On Phuket, Thailand Plus More News From Asia
August 07, 2021 10:32 - 21 minutes - 20.1 MBA horrible human tragedy this week on Phuket Island, Thailand where a Swiss female tourist was found murdered. More on that and the possible impact on tourism as well as other news from Southeast Asia. Thanks again for your support of the podcast! Write A Review:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/far-east-travels-podcast/id1079513943?itsct=podcast_box_link&itscg=30200&ls=1 Donations:https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/JohnASaboe Become A Patron:https://www.patreon.com/FarEastTravels
Okinawa, Japan Sand, Surf, Sun, Food, Fun Revisiting 2018
August 03, 2021 10:51 - 31 minutes - 29.1 MBI made a short visit to Okinawa in 2018, specifically Nha where I spent most of the 3 days I was there. It was enough to make me want to go back and explore this fascinating place that's considered the Hawaii of Japan. I've met many Japanese that actually have never visited any of the islands. It's not exactly a short flight from Tokyo, but if you're in Taiwan, it's the perfect excuse to take the 90 minute flight from Taipei To Naha. Of course there are flights from most major cities in Japan...
Phuket Sealed Off From The Rest Of Thailand/Revisiting Bangkok's Erawan Shrine
July 31, 2021 09:28 - 27 minutes - 25.2 MBPhuket will be sealed off from the rest of Thailand in an effort to protect the island from the current wave of the pandemic. This is due to a record increases daily cases in the rest of the country. In this episode I will also revisit one of Bangkok's most famous attractions, The Erawan Shrine, in the heart of the commercial district. This is definitely a place you don't want to miss during your stay in the most visited city in the world. Plus lockdown news from Vietnam. Thanks again for you...
Trekking Tips For Nepal/Revisiting The Annapurna Circuit
July 29, 2021 08:48 - 35 minutes - 32.6 MBIt's still in my opinion one of the greatest treks on the planet, The Annapurna Circuit. The Best of Nepal and a lesson in the diversity of culture on top of amazing landscapes and breathtaking peaks of the Himalaya. In this episode I revisit the circuit and give a few introductory tips on trekking of perhaps special interest to those who are doing this for the first time. Some of the greatest moments of my life have been spent walking through the trails of the Himalaya. Rewarding in so many ...
Nepal Update Trekking Fall 2021 Or Spring 2022 Plus Lockdown In Vietnam
July 26, 2021 11:03 - 33 minutes - 30.5 MBIn this episode I leave Southeast Asia for an update on the travel situation in Nepal, visas online, and will there be a fall trekking season. Nepal is one of my all time favorite places to travel. Welcoming, one of the most authentic places in Asia, and an escape from globalism. Mostly what you'll see are fake international brands of clothing and with some official branded stores mostly supplying outdoor wear. It's refreshing but definitely lacks the infrastructure more developed places have...
Phu Quoc Island Vietnam To Reopen In October + Reliving Previous Nha Trang Trip
July 23, 2021 13:35 - 30 minutes - 27.5 MBNews many have been waiting for has been the reopening of international tourism in Vietnam. This week it was announced that Phu Quoc Island has been approved for an October reopening. Details in this episode along with more travel news and reliving my previous trip to Nha Trang, Vietnam where I'm currently based. Thanks again for your support! Become a paton to the podcast:https://www.patreon.com/FarEastTravels Donations;https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/JohnASaboe Write A Review Of The Podcast...
Nha Trang, Vietnam Attractions And Luxury Villas
July 21, 2021 12:47 - 23 minutes - 21.8 MBIn this episode an overview of top sites you should see when you visit Nha Trang. In normal times this is a fun very resort feeling destination with hundreds of thousands of Vietnamese visiting here a year. Smaller and more compact than Da Nang makes it quite easy to get around, go to the beach, do some shopping and dining. If you stay near the main North Beach area most things are within walking distance. Unfortunately at the moment I can't see or revisit any of these places but I can recomm...
Koh Samui, Thailand Opens To Tourists This Week/Update From Nha Trang, Vientam
July 17, 2021 14:18 - 22 minutes - 20.4 MBSamui Plus, Thailand's latest opening to vaccinated tourists along with Koh Phangan, and Koh Tao was launched this week. I'll discuss that opening along with Phuket's "Sandbox" and I'll have an update on daily life during the current lockdown in Nha Trang, Vietnam. This week I've met some expats from different walks of life swapping stories on the current pandemic situation and what life has been like here for a foreigner this past year. Thanks again for the wonderful reviews in Apple Podcast...
Lockdown Reports From Nha Trang, Ho Chi Minh City/Phuket "Sandbox" Update
July 09, 2021 11:18 - 23 minutes - 21.5 MBI am currently in Nha Trang, Vietnam, the Riveria of the South China Sea. With the new lockdown measures in place it looks like I will be here for awhile so I hope to share more about this very developed beach resort for your future travel plans. In this episode I'll also have an update on the lockdown/travel situation for Ho Chi Minh city and updates from the Phuket, Thailand "Sandbox" which has been opened since July 1st as well as Bali's plans for reopening. Support the podcast with a revi...
Thailand To Reopen All Borders In 120 Days, Phuket And Bali July 1st
June 17, 2021 07:50 - 20 minutes - 18.8 MBProbably the most ambition announcement of reopening to international tourism in Southeast Asia was made by Thai Prime Minister Prayut this week when he said Thailand will reopen all of it's borders in 120 days. The Phuket "Sandbox" opening for July 1st is still set to go and Bali has confirmed it will open July 1st but to limited tourists, mainly Chinese. For the rest of Southeast Asia and East Asia it seems it could be months away from any reopening of tourism. Cambodia is starting to look ...