Cambodia’s Weird Abandoned And Rediscovered Mountain Resort
The French were here long enough to build a resort in the Elephant Mountains near the city of Kampot. Bokor Hill Station was to be a place to escape the heat and humidity of the lowlands The post...
View ArticlePepper Plantations, Caves, And A Secret Lake In Kampot’s Countryside
Kampot is a peaceful city, and an opportunity to tour rural Cambodia. The post Pepper Plantations, Caves, And A Secret Lake In Kampot’s Countryside appeared first on Terry Treks.
View ArticleA Beach Holiday In Kep, Cambodia
My last stop in Cambodia on the way back to Vietnam was the sleepy seaside town of Kep near the border. The post A Beach Holiday In Kep, Cambodia appeared first on Terry Treks.
View ArticleClimbing With The Squirrels In Kep National Park
Beaches are boring places. Luckily Kep is more than a beach. Practically right behind the beaches ringing the peninsula is a small mountain. On this mountain is Kep National Park, a jungle preserve....
View ArticleGreen Fields, Blue Skies, And Red Roads in Kep’s Countryside
It was my last day in Cambodia, and my last chance to explore the countryside around Kep. The post Green Fields, Blue Skies, And Red Roads in Kep’s Countryside appeared first on Terry Treks.
View ArticleSalt Fields And A Beach On the Way To Vietnam
Kep is very close to the border with Vietnam. On the way to the border is a beautiful ride through idyllic countryside. Folks in these parts wear nón lá , the famous conical hat of Vietnam, so it...
View ArticleThe Vietnam Motorbike Diaries: The Back Door To Vietnam
After two months in Cambodia it was time to ride my Vietnamese motorbike back to Vietnam. I said goodbye to the lovely Treetop Bungalows in Kep, then headed back the same way I went yesterday to the...
View ArticleThe Pleasant Mekong Delta Town Of Hà Tiên
My first stop in Vietnam was the small town of Hà Tiên, right across the border with Cambodia. The town is a nice introduction to Vietnam, with no traffic, lots of sidewalk cafes, some colonial...
View ArticleMore Scenes Of Hà Tiên
I like exploring places that aren't touristy. I always carry my camera with me and try to capture scenes of daily life. There are a few more of my pictures from around the small Mekong delta town of Hà...
View ArticleA Scenic Ride In Hà Tiên’s Countryside
There may not be any major attractions in the small Mekong delta town of Hà Tiên. But it is situated in some nice countryside. One of my favorite activities is just riding my motorbike around the...
View ArticleVietnam’s Island Paradise Of Phú Quốc
If you look at a map, it seems like Phú Quốc should be part of Cambodia, not Vietnam. I could see it from Cambodia's Bokor highlands. It is Vietnam's up and coming island of resorts, and I was curious...
View ArticleTouring The Back Roads And Beaches Of Phú Quốc Island
I had a pretty grueling day of sightseeing planned on Phú Quốc Island. I wanted to tour the North of the island and see all of the beaches there. The post Touring The Back Roads And Beaches Of Phú Quốc...
View ArticleThe Other Phú Quốc
It seems like Phú Quốc is two islands. There are the fancy resorts, restaurants, and beaches that the tourists confine themselves to. But there is also the Vietnamese city of Dương Đông that the locals...
View ArticleThe Vietnam Motorbike Diaries: A Scenic Ride Through The Mekong Delta
After a few days on Phú Quốc Island, I took the ferry back to Hà Tiên. Then it was time to ride through the Mekong delta back to Saigon. The post The Vietnam Motorbike Diaries: A Scenic Ride Through...
View ArticleThe Vietnam Motorbike Diaries: A Scenic Ride Through The Mekong Delta, Part 2
I spent the night in the city of Long Xuyên, and headed to the first ferry in the morning. It was easy to find, and I just drove right on. The post The Vietnam Motorbike Diaries: A Scenic Ride Through...
View ArticleSaigon To Hanoi: The Scenic Route
It's finally time for my epic motorbike between Vietnam's two mega-cities of Saigon and Hanoi. But I won't be taking the most direct route. I'll be taking the scenic route. The post Saigon To Hanoi:...
View ArticleSaigon To Hanoi Day 1: Saigon To Mui Ne
With my planning done, it was finally time to hit the road. Starting from my weird Airbnb in district 3, which was actually a love hotel, I rode through district 1. The post Saigon To Hanoi Day 1:...
View ArticleSaigon To Hanoi Day 2: Mui Ne
There is a town of Mui Ne but the resorts are strung out on a long strip between Pan Thiet and Mui Ne. Strangely, it is very popular with Russians, and many businesses have signs in Russian. The post...
View ArticleSaigon To Hanoi Day 3: Mui Ne To Da Lat
The 160 km ride to Da Lat was fantastic. The road was small with no traffic, and went through beautiful countryside, past fields and plantations. The post Saigon To Hanoi Day 3: Mui Ne To Da Lat...
View ArticleSaigon To Hanoi Days 4, 5, and 6: Da Lat
Da Lat is Vietnam’s storied mountain resort. Its cool climate makes for a nice escape from the heat and humidity of the lowlands. In fact, in December it gets downright chilly at night. Da Lat is a...
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