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Cycling Southeast Asia

5 Common Myths about Cycling Southeast Asia

5 Common Myths about Cycling Southeast Asia

It’s too touristy—you’ll be surrounded by hordes of  cyclists and swarms of backpackers. 100% not true. Of course if you’re hungry for company, there’ll be no shortage of places to connect with fellow tourists.  But if you’re in search of

World Biking April 3, 2017January 4, 2020 Asia, Musings + Myths, Resources 4 Comments Read more

Malaysia Mix: ATM Annoyances, advice from the imam and more

Malaysia Mix: ATM Annoyances, advice from the imam and more

Eric stepped out of the small supermarket scowling. “They don’t take Thai Baht.” Pretty normal, I decided, since we are, after all, in Malaysia. Normal, but annoying, since all we had was Thai Baht.  And a stash of US dollars,

World Biking April 30, 2012December 29, 2019 Malaysia Bicycle Touring, Tour Updates 6 Comments Read more

Bicycle Touring Photos from Laos Slideshow

Bicycle Touring Photos from Laos Slideshow

A collection of our favorite photos from our time bicycle touring in Laos.  

World Biking February 26, 2012June 18, 2012 Laos Bicycle Touring, photos No Comments Read more

Slumbering with Buddha and a Big Breakdown

Slumbering with Buddha and a Big Breakdown

The monks invited us in without a moment’s hesitation.  Their temple was a simple one, but we were welcome to spend the night. I imagined we’d be shown a suitable spot out back, but no, a gentle-faced man in a

World Biking February 23, 2012December 29, 2019 Asia, Laos Bicycle Touring, Tour Updates 6 Comments Read more

The Path Less Pedaled through Laidback Laos

The Path Less Pedaled through Laidback Laos

Cross some borders and you’d hardly know you’d switched countries. Roll across the 49th parallel from the US into Canada and you’ll soon spot a Walmart, a Safeway and a Pizza Hut.  Switch from the Chilean side of Tierra del

World Biking February 15, 2012December 29, 2019 Asia, Laos Bicycle Touring, Tour Updates 9 Comments Read more

Sawaidee–why everybody loves Laos: a photo essay

Sawaidee–why everybody loves Laos:  a photo essay

Laos is the current darling of Southeast Asia and it’s not hard to figure out why. Sure the scenery is stunning, thick tropical jungle and fast-flowing rivers, and there’s certainly plenty of culture in this temple-dotted land, but what really

World Biking February 10, 2012December 28, 2019 Asia, Laos Bicycle Touring, photos, Tour Updates 7 Comments Read more

Hanoi to the Highlands

Hanoi to the Highlands

Hanoi held us for almost a week.  A combination of comfortable lodging, crunchy baguettes and travel fatigue conspired to keep us pushing back our departure “just one more day” again and again and again. While much time was spent holed

World Biking January 29, 2012December 28, 2019 Asia, Tour Updates, Vietnam 13 Comments Read more

Top 5 Reasons to Cycle Cambodia

Top 5 Reasons to Cycle Cambodia

Cambodia is well-loved for its exotic temples and spicy cuisine.   Rachel Hugens shares some of the reasons why this southeast Asian country is a current hot-spot for bicycle tourists.   Reason #1  Location, Location, Location Cambodia is a wonderful destination

World Biking June 7, 2011June 23, 2011 A-Z Project, Guest Posts 4 Comments Read more
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