(Photo: "FEDEX" Saigon)

By Colin Read, UK  
Destination Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia 
Categories Family, Singles, Over 50's
When Travelled March 2003. 
Length of Stay 15 Days
Holiday Cost £1000 - £1500 per person
Spending Money £250
Travel Agent Thomas Cook
Tour Operator Kuoni
Airline Thai
 
Accommodation Stayed at various locations. Accommodation was very good. Service was very friendly, with English spoken everywhere. Without exception the hotels were clean and the food varied and good. Both European and Asian food was available. Getting non chilli laced food was not a problem. Everything we ordered was beautifully presented, interesting food.
Travelogue It was special to go to an area where the people are so friendly and relaxed, which is amazing considering the trauma many have sufferred. Wish we could bring it to the UK!! We had no hostility shown to us, quite the reverse. Seeing happy smiling children asking about Man. U and Beckham was unexpected, but memorable. A place where a gift of a bottle of water was received with thanks and charm.
Three countries with wonderful scenery, happy people, delightful food and modern history we should all be aware of. We have visited 50 countries these would be amongst our top half dozen. Most important - "GO SEE FOR YOURSELF". You will not regret it. (Photo: "Tesco Direct". Floating market Thailand)
 
Must See Attractions  
1) Temples & Buddhas in Bangkok
2) Floating market near Bangkok
3) Mopeds & markets in Saigon
4) Viet cong tunnels near Saigon
5) Angkor Watt temples at Siem Reap, Cambodia 		 

Places to Eat I recommend eating out at one of the many hotels where there is plenty of choice and food is well presented.
Fab Tips 1) Take US dollars in small denominations for tips, coffees and smiling kids you can't ignore. 2) If travelling during the malarial season wear long sleeves for the evenings. 3) Hats and sun glasses are a must.
 
Photos: 1)Temple @Angkor Wat, Cambodia 2) "Good morning Vietnam!" -Vietcong tunnels 3) Golden Buddha - Bangkok
  
Recommended Lonely Planet Travel Guides
  
This best-selling guide gives you the goods on surviving crazy Bangkok, exploring exotic landscapes and discovering what lies behind that famous Thai smile.
          • 148 easy-to-read maps
          • hundreds of places to stay, from squat-toilet guesthouses to luxe spa resorts
          • indepth analysis of the intricacies of Thai culture
          • where to learn Thai massage and master meditation
          • special sections covering Thai art, music, theatre and religion
          • Thai script throughout for easy reference, and handy language chapter with essential Thai words and phrases
 
Let your senses thrill to the sights, sounds and tastes of Vietnam. Our guide will help you discover the serene landscapes of the Mekong and Red River deltas, dodge cyclists and cyclos in noisy Ho Chi Minh City and drool over exotic local delicacies.
          • Over 80 maps of cities, town and regions
          • The low-down on the most colourful festivals, best bars and liveliest markets
          • Mouth-watering information on Vietnamese food, from noodle soup to grilled gecko
          • Top sights and out-of-the-way attractions for every taste
          • Detailed language guide
Go your own way in Cambodia with the most extensive guide to the kingdom: discover awe-inspiring temples, explore remote mountainous regions, laze on tranquil beaches or live it up in cosmopolitan Phnom Penh.
          • 57 detailed maps and temple plans
          • new, expanded coverage of the remote northern and eastern provinces
          • food and accommodation suggestions for every budget
          • includes Khmer script and invaluable language chapter
 
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