Phuket is the biggest island on the west coast of Southern Thailand region. With a total area of about 543 square kilometres, it nearly equals Singapore in size. Phuket is located approximately 862 kilometres South of Bangkok and 180 km West of Krabi. It is linked to Phang Nga province on the mainland by the Sarasin Bridge. The hot and humid climate of Phuket can be divided into 2 seasons, summer from December to April and rainy from May to November.Phuket formerly derived its wealth from tin and rubber, and currently from tourism and long-stay residents from Europe and allover the world. The island was on one of the major trading routes between India and China, and was frequently mentioned in foreign traders’ ship logs. The Portuguese, French, Dutch and English traded with Phuket. Phuket has about 340,000 inhabitants. Agriculture remains important to a large number of people, and covers a large part of the island. Principal crops are rubber, coconuts, cashews, and pineapples. Prawn farming has largely taken over the east and south coasts. Pearl farming is also important.The island has long been a favoured travel destination European tourist and offers something for everyone; peaceful beaches and hectic and exciting city life. Phuket is blessed with magnificent coves and bays, and powdery, palm-fringed beaches, sparkling island-dotted seas, sincerely hospitable people, superb accommodation and seafood, delightful turn-of-the-century Sino-Portuguese architecture, numerous sporting and leisure opportunities and a lush tropical landscape — all of which combine to create a delightful ambience for truly memorable holidays.Phuket has some of the most ideal and breathtaking beaches in the worlds. The best known includes Patong which has developed a lively night time-scene. There are also more sedate beaches like Kata and Karon, sharing Phuket’s wonderful coastline with the Andaman Sea.

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Patong Beach Patong Beach Lodge Lodge

Staff were very nice........................................................................................................................................................................................

I am really enjoy my stay at there which i am going to Thailand for my holidayWe just stayed there one night. It was a very cheap stay also due to a 75% discount from agoda. huge and clean rooms, hot shower and a comfortable bed and a small balcony. If you are up to shopping and party this is perfekt but also it is not that noisy

Mostly ok, considering it was very cheap, but were charged for deluxe rooms and placed in superior. I complained to the manager, we were offered the deluxe rooms (which weren't suitable anyway because we needs three rooms together for our family) or a refund. Chose refund which was processed quickly by agoda. Complained three times or more also to manager about dirty pool water but nothing was done. Also accused and made to pay 100b for glass missing from room- cleaning woman was very quick to accuse us but we were only given the one glass for the room, but ultimately now worth arguing over....maybe a scam nevertheless.

The main reason picking this hotel is its super competitive price. Then I find its location very convenient. On the main road, around 7 mins walk to Jungceylon. Wifi at lobby but not in the room. American style motel, large bed, no windows. The bathroom could be better.

$76.40$76.40

It's good to wear light weight long pants when going to the elephant excursions. You can wear shorts - but make sure they are longer. It will be really hot - so light weight shirts - maybe even with long sleeves are good. You can easily roll them up.

Many visitors will enjoy exploring Banzaan Market in Patong, a modern-looking Thai fresh market on Sai Kor Road, right behind the megamall Jungceylon. Basically, you can get anything that one would expect from a local market here but in a much more pleasant environment. Prices are reasonable.

The Banzaan Market is the brainchild of a well-known Phuket family who sought to offer shoppers an alternative experience other than visiting a typical local market. The word ‘banzaan’ means fresh market in Hokkien, a Chinese dialect popular among many overseas Chinese communities throughout Southeast Asia.

Events

Went to Market

Cruised around

phuket $100

Cruis around Phuket

Go elephant trecking

Stay at beach

Stay at beach pack

$200.00

HonaiPhuket

19.50 15.30

July 12 2014

$636.00

1 stop

7 day, 6 night guided tour of Vietnam

1 Got itchy feet in need of exploration, discovery and a new cultural experience? Don’t head to a motel in the next town over; take a trip to remember with today’s fantastic deal!

2 Let your adventure begin with this exciting 6 night guided tour of Vietnam with Go Asia Travel

3 Soak up the sights, smells and tastes of breath-taking Vietnam while being shown a bunch of must-see spots and must-do activities

4 Dine on tasty Vietnamese cuisine, cruise on Ha Long Bay, kayak, visit Titop Island, be enchanted by Sung Sot Cave and intrigued with a trek through Sapa. Meet locals, discover some Vietnamese history and squeeze in a spot of shopping too!

5 Grab two vouchers for yourself and that special someone- plus kids under 4 join free!

6 Snap up plenty more as gifts to get together a group keen for a Vietnamese adventure

7 Check out the full itinerary below

Day 1: Airport pick up – Check into Hotel in HanoiYou’ll arrive in Vietnam and be picked up at the airport to be taken to the enchanting Aranya Hotel in Hanoi. Check in then spend the rest of your day exploring the bustling Hanoi City.  

Day 2: Ha Long Bay – Overnight on Alova Gold Cruises (includes breakfast, lunch and dinner)A shuttle bus will pick you up at 8am to begin your adventure in Ha Long Bay. Upon arriving at Ha Long Bay Harbour you’ll board the Alova Gold Cruise and check into your cosy cabin. Check out Alova Cruises here.

Day 3:  Ha Long Bay – Hanoi – Night train to Sapa (includes breakfast and lunch)Enjoy a Captain breakfast before visiting the beautiful and intriguing Sung Sot Cave (Surprising Cave). After checking out of your cabin you’ll have the chance to get creative at a flower carving class before farewelling the friendly crew and dining on a delectable lunch at a restaurant in the harbour. A shuttle will pick you up to take you back to Hanoi for a little downtime before heading to the train station for an overnight train trip to Sapa. 

Day 4: Sapa village tour – overnight in hotel in Sapa town (includes breakfast, lunch and dinner)You’ll be picked up at the train station by bus and taken to Sapa where you’ll have a delicious brekkie. You’ll then begin your trek to soak in the sights and culture of the area. You’ll begin at Sapa and head towards the south east of Sapa alongside Muong Hoa Valley to Y Linh Ho and Lao Chai Village of the H’Mong minority. Rest with a picnic lunch in the Black H’Mong house and discover their daily life while enjoying the beautiful landscape.    Your trek will continue to Ta Van Village of Dzay minority people where you’ll then be picked up by a bus to take you back to Sapa. In Sapa you’ll check into the 3 star Sapa Hotel and relax with dinner.

Day 5: Sapa – Night train to Hanoi (includes breakfast, lunch and dinner)                   You’ll have a scrumptious breakfast in your hotel before visiting the village of black H’Mong (Catcat) - walking around, meeting the village people and visiting the hydroelectric power station built by the French many years ago. You’ll then return to town for lunch and a relaxed afternoon when you can opt to explore the Sapa ethnic market. That evening you’ll have dinner before a bus will pick you up to take you back to Lao Cai station. 

Day 6: Hanoi arrival – pick up to hotel – free time – check in hotelYou’ll be picked up at the train station to be transferred to the hotel for a rest and free time to have another look around Hanoi City. You can check in to the hotel at 12.30pm. (Note: you will arrive at Hanoi at 5.00-5.30am, if you need an earlier check in at the hotel, please contact Go Asia Travel for booking in advance.) 

Day 7: Hanoi – airport transfer (includes breakfast)You are free to fit in a bit of shopping and exploring before you are transferred back to the airport marking the end of your unforgettable trip!   

Hong KongHanoi

13.10 18.00

July 19 2014

$780.00

1 stop

$462.00$462.00

Room type:Entire home/apt

Bed type:Real Bed

Accommodates:4

Bedrooms:2

Bathrooms:1

Extra people:No Charge

Check In:2:00 PM

Check Out:11:00 AM

Country:Hong Kong

City:Hong Kong

Neighborhood:Sai Ying Pun

Cancellation:Moderate

2 bed flat in Sai Ying Pun

Two bed apartment in Sai Ying Pun. Well placed for access to many forms of transport. 15 minutes to Central and ferry piers.Simply furnished, but ideal if you are visiting HK for a short time and need a base. Close to supermarkets, bars and restaurants.Small but perfectly formed apartment. Two bedrooms, sleeps up to four. Air conditioned.10 seconds walk to tram - ten minutes to Sheung Wan MTR, 15 mins to Central, close to Water Street for cross harbour buses, or buses going to Aberdeen/Stanley. Also on airport bus routes.Close to many supermarkets, bars, restaurants - Sheung Wan and Kennedy Town both have plenty of bars and restaurants and you are only 15 minutes away from Central, Soho and the mid-levels escalator for many many more places to spend your evenings.The apartment is simply furnished with: Living room/kitchen - sofa, desk and chair, fridge Master bedroom - double bed and wardrobe. Second bedroom - double bed.Small modern kitchen, with 2 gas burner, kettle and basic crockery/utensils. Bathroom with electric shower and washing machine.

HotelHong kong international

airport38.81

Taxi fare info

With over 100 stalls of bargain clothing, accessories and souvenirs, the Ladies’ Market on Tung Choi Street provides a one-kilometre stretch on which to practise your haggling skills. It gets its name from the huge amount of clothing and accessories on sale for women of all ages; however, with watches, cosmetics, bags, home furnishings, CDs and trinkets also up for grabs, you don’t need to be just in the market for a pair of nylon stockings to find something within its crowded aisles.

Womans market

Hotel

$14.79

Taxi fare info

The Nan Lian Garden (南蓮園池 ) is a Chinese Classical Garden in Diamond Hill, Kowloon, Hong Kong. The garden has an area of 3.5 hectares. It is designed in the Tang Dynasty-style with hills, water features, trees, rocks and wooden structures.

The garden was a joint project of the Chi Lin Nunnery and the Hong Kong Government. It opened to the public on November 14, 2006.

Nan lian Garden

Hotel

19.30

Taxi fare info

Events

Go to market

Walk around

Hong kong $100

Walk around

Hong kong $100

Go to Nanlian Garden

Walk around

Hong kong $100

Walk around

Hong kong $100

Pack for flight to Srilanka

$400.00Spending money

SrilankaHong Kong 18.25

July 26 2014

$746.00

23.05

Srilanka

Sri Lanka (/sriːˈlɑːŋkə, -ˈlæŋkə/ or i/ʃriː-/; Sinhala:, śrī laṃkāva, Tamil: இலஙகை�, ilaṅkai), officially the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka, is an island country in the northern Indian Ocean off the southern coast of the Indian subcontinent in South Asia; known until 1972 as Ceylon (/sɨˈlɒn, seɪ-, siː-/), Sri Lanka has maritime borders with India to the northwest and the Maldives to the southwest.

Sri Lanka has a documented history that spans over 3000 years. Its geographic location and deep harbours made it of great strategic importance from the time of the ancient Silk Road through to World War II. Sri Lanka is a diverse country, home to many religions, ethnicities and languages. It is the land of the Sinhalese, Sri Lankan Tamils, Moors, Indian Tamils, Burghers, Malays, Kaffirs and the aboriginal Vedda. Sri Lanka has a rich Buddhist heritage, and the first known Buddhist writings were composed on the island.The country's recent history has been marred by a thirty-year civil war which decisively but controversially ended in a military victory in 2009.

$570$570

Room type:Entire home/aptBed type:Real BedAccommodates:4Bedrooms:2Bathrooms:2Extra people:No ChargeWeekly Price:$630 /weekMonthly Price:$1890 /monthCountry:Sri LankaCity:ColomboSize:70 m2

Cancellation:Strict Ocean view Apartment in Colombo

Finally a private Ocean View Apartment in Colombo! We offer you the Seagull Apartment, located on the 9th (top) floor, overlooking the Indian Ocean.

The apartment has two bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen and a European Styled living room. Just go one stair up, and you can enjoy the swimming pool, overlooking Colombo and the beautiful Ocean.

You will feel at home right away, since Seagull offers you everything you wish in an European Styled apartment, fully equipped kitchen, coffee machine, washing machine, satellite TV, DVD player, two bedrooms, two bathrooms and a balcony overlooking the ocean. The building has 24hours security on duty, and you can park your car on your private parking spot, next to the elevator.

The apartment has two bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen and a European Styled living room. Just go one stair up, and you can enjoy the swimming pool, overlooking Colombo and the beautiful Ocean.

TOYOTA COROLLA 110Vehicle Type:StandardSeating capacity:5Engine capacity:1500 CCVehicle Options:A/C ,P/S, CD, Auto TransmissionRATE PER DAYFor 1 week:

USD 26.57For 2 weeks or more:

USD 22.14For 3 weeks or more:

USD 21.41For 1 month or more:

USD 18.08Mileage Limitation:

100 km per dayExcess Mileage:

USD 0.24 per km

$196$196

$97.9$97.9

Colambo Colambo ZooZoo

John Hagenbeck, who initially started the Dehiwala Zoo, belongs to a family engaged in animal circuses. He collected and kept the animals in this premises for trade. Mr. Hagenbeck exported wild animals to Europe to his brother Carl Hagenbeck who was one of the biggest animal dealer in Europe at that time. To hold the animals before exporting them to Europe he bought 05 acres of land at Dehiwala at the beginning of the century. This became quite popular among the residents of the area. The total area of the collection centre was increased to 11 acres to hold the animals received. Subsequently the centre was taken over by the government in 1936. The extent of the land was increased gradually to present status of 23 acres. (11 ha. Approximately).

Type: Flea/ Street MarketsDescription: Shoppers will find plenty of bargains in this area of street merchants.

Type: Flea/ Street MarketsDescription: Shoppers will find plenty of bargains in this area of street merchants.

Pettah Market

Events

Go to Market

Cruised around Srilanka

$100

Stay at beach

Go to beach

Go to the zoo

Stay at beach and

pack

$200.00

AucklandColombo15.05 22.35

August 1 2014

2 stop

Phuket is the biggest island on the west coast of Southern Thailand region. With a total area of about 543 square kilometres, it nearly equals Singapore in size. Phuket is located approximately 862 kilometres South of Bangkok and 180 km West of Krabi. It is linked to Phang Nga province on the mainland by the Sarasin Bridge. The hot and humid climate of Phuket can be divided into 2 seasons, summer from December to April and rainy from May to November.Phuket formerly derived its wealth from tin and rubber, and currently from tourism and long-stay residents from Europe and allover the world. The island was on one of the major trading routes between India and China, and was frequently mentioned in foreign traders’ ship logs. The Portuguese, French, Dutch and English traded with Phuket. Phuket has about 340,000 inhabitants. Agriculture remains important to a large number of people, and covers a large part of the island. Principal crops are rubber, coconuts, cashews, and pineapples. Prawn farming has largely taken over the east and south coasts. Pearl farming is also important.The island has long been a favoured travel destination European tourist and offers something for everyone; peaceful beaches and hectic and exciting city life. Phuket is blessed with magnificent coves and bays, and powdery, palm-fringed beaches, sparkling island-dotted seas, sincerely hospitable people, superb accommodation and seafood, delightful turn-of-the-century Sino-Portuguese architecture, numerous sporting and leisure opportunities and a lush tropical landscape — all of which combine to create a delightful ambience for truly memorable holidays.Phuket has some of the most ideal and breathtaking beaches in the worlds. The best known includes Patong which has developed a lively night time-scene. There are also more sedate beaches like Kata and Karon, sharing Phuket’s wonderful coastline with the Andaman Sea.

Phuket

Collision damage waiver (CDW)Included in Rate

Third party liability protection (TP)Included in Rate

Theft waiver (TW)Included in Rate

TaxIncluded in Rate

Airport feeIncluded in Rate

Road taxIncluded in Rate

Unlimited mileageIncluded in Rate

Breakdown assistanceIncluded in Rate

$76.40$76.40

It's good to wear light weight long pants when going to the elephant excursions. You can wear shorts - but make sure they are longer. It will be really hot - so light weight shirts - maybe even with long sleeves are good. You can easily roll them up.

Patong Beach Lodge Patong Beach Lodge

Staff were very nice........................................................................................................................................................................................

I am really enjoy my stay at there which i am going to

Thailand for my holidayWe just stayed there one night. It was a very cheap stay also due to a 75% discount from agoda. huge and clean rooms, hot shower and a comfortable bed and a small balcony. If you are up to shopping and party this is perfekt but also it is not that noisy

Mostly ok, considering it was very cheap, but were charged for deluxe rooms and placed in superior. I complained to the manager, we were offered the deluxe rooms (which weren't suitable anyway because we needs three rooms together for our family) or a refund. Chose refund which was processed quickly by agoda. Complained three times or more also to manager about dirty pool water but nothing was done. Also accused and made to pay 100b for glass missing from room- cleaning woman was very quick to accuse us but we were only given the one glass for the room, but ultimately now worth arguing over....maybe a scam nevertheless.

Many visitors will enjoy exploring Banzaan Market in Patong, a modern-looking Thai fresh market on Sai Kor Road, right behind the megamall Jungceylon. Basically, you can get anything that one would expect from a local market here but in a much more pleasant environment. Prices are reasonable.

The Banzaan Market is the brainchild of a well-known Phuket family who sought to offer shoppers an alternative experience other than visiting a typical local market. The word ‘banzaan’ means fresh market in Hokkien, a Chinese dialect popular among many overseas Chinese communities throughout Southeast Asia.

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chaohello

khôngno

vângyes

không cảm ơn bạnno thank you

bao nhiêuhow much

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KATRINA KAIF 29 Leading Hindi actress who starred in Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara in 2011.

SALLY PHILLIPS 43 Dark-eyed supporting actress who appeared in Bridget Jone's Diary and Bridget Jones: The Edge of Reason.

JACKY CHEUNG 52 Cantonese singer-songwriter and actor with the nickname God of

Songs.

CHOW YUN FAT 58 Hong Kong superstar who became known for his role in Crouching Tiger,

Hidden Dragon.

JACKIE CHAN 59 Actor, choreographer, comedian, producer, stuntman, director, martial artist, and Mandopop singer who has

won over 25 film awards.

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While you are in Phuket it is worth sampling some real southern Thai food. Some of these you may have heard of and even tried before, such as Gaeng massaman and panaeng, both types of delicious curry. Others you most certainly would never have heard of, many of which are equally delicious.Southern Thai food makes more use of coconut milk than elsewhere in the country. Curries are richer and creamier. The cuisine is influenced by nearby Malaysia; spices such as cumin, cloves, turmeric and aniseed, which are not used elsewhere in Thailand, are commonly used here. As a result of the heavy muslim influence, less pork is consumed here than in other parts of Thailand.In Phuket, because many of the local people are descendants of Chinese migrants, the cuisine has a strong Chinese influence. This combined with southern Thai food and muslim food makes a very unique and interesting cuisine.We have compiled a brief guide to some southern Thai and Phuket specialities that you won’t find in Thai restaurants overseas. You will be hard pressed to find these in the more touristy areas such as Patong, so you need to head for Phuket City. Alternatively, for great muslim dishes such as the massaman curry, head for Surin beach or Kamala.

Extra Tasks 5Hay Gran

Going overseas so excited can not wait i am saving hard and earning stone hard cash on odd jobs how are you going? but i know i am

going great going to Indonisea, Phuket ,Hanoi, Vietnam, Srilanka ,Hong kong so looking

forward to it i know Mum and Dad can’t wait i know the bank acout will take a hit though.

Love you lots

Your SincerlyWilliam

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The đồng (/ˈdɒŋ/; Vietnamese: [ɗôŋm]) (sign: ₫; code: VND) has been the currency of Vietnam since May 3, 1978. Issued by the State Bank of Vietnam, it is represented by the symbol "₫". Formerly, it was subdivided into 10 hào, which was further subdivided into 10 xu, neither of which is now used.

Extra Tasks 7dressy jacket2-4 shirts/blouses/tops2 pairs trousers/skirts (shorts?)3+ pairs socks3+ pairs undergarmentslong (lightweight) underwearswimsuitdark (cardigan) sweaterrainwear (umbrella?)parka, coat, or equivalentlong T-shirt or sarong (nightclothes?)necktie, scarf, shawl, hairband, bandannagloves / mittenssun hat / knitted cap, hat clip1 pair dressy shoes (laces?)1 pair walking shoes/boots (laces?)flip-flops or sandalsbelt

travel pack or shoulder bag(& luggage cart?)

daypack (fanny pack? purse?)

lightweight duffel/laundry bag

luggage lock(s) (cable?)

alarm clock/watch (batteries?)

flashlight, headstrap, extra batteries (bulbs?)

knife, screwdrivers, pliers, scissors

spoon (fork? chopsticks? spork?),(coffee tin lid) plate or bowl

compass

whistle

door lock

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Phuket is located south of the Tropic of Cancer and north of the Equator in what is known as the Tropics. Due to it’s location, Phuket experiences exceptionally good weather throughout the year. Unlike other areas of the world that experience distinct seasons of warm and cold, the temperature in Phuket remains relatively warm during the entire year.

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This is the native dress of srilanka and as desplaid here by mrs srilanka