…advice for visitors to Pattaya in Thailand. Subscribe free to the show on iTunes, Stitcher Radio or TuneIn Radio This show covers among other topics: Observations Best known as inexpensive Thailand holiday resort especially popular on package holidays, day trip from Bangkok and cruise line passengers docking at Laem Chabang nearby. Also known for late nights of partying, drink and sex. Also renown for large lady boy population and shows History W…
…sit http://www.60secondcruisetips.com and subscribe free to the podcast on iTunes and Stitcher Radio Follow us on: Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/tipsfortravellers Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/garybembridge What if I fall ill? Maritime law requires ships at sea with over 12 passengers to have a doctor on board. You are likely to find 24-hour medical cover on cruise ships and a facility staffed by doctors and nurses to deal with everything…
…In this episode of Tips for Travellers Video podcast I talk to crew of Uniworld River Beatrice about what makes their line different to the others. For more videos subscribe to the podcast on iTunes Check out this episode!…
…For more visit 60secondcruisetips.com and subscribe free to the podcast on iTunes, Stitcher Radio and TuneIn Plan a cruise to avoid tendering – especially when on big ships Tendering happens when a ship cannot dock in port and has to use tender boats to ferry passengers to and from land. Some reasons why your ship may not be able to dock include the port being full, the tides or winds are unfavourable or the dock facilities are not suitable for th…
…ce for visitors to Kuala Lumpur in Malaysia. Subscribe free to the show on iTunes, Stitcher Radio or TuneIn Radio This show covers among other topics: General Observations Capital and largest city of Malaysia – called just KL by locals. Petronas Towers is the icon and focal point making it memorable. Not a lot of attractions and must see – ones that are are spread over wide area. Big events like Formula 1 has been key to driving tourism. Modern an…
…sit http://www.60secondcruisetips.com and subscribe free to the podcast on iTunes, Stitcher Radio and TuneIn Radio. Cruising the Caribbean The most popular cruise region is the Caribbean. Many ships sail out of Florida, mostly Miami and Fort Lauderdale, although there are frequent cruises from other USA ports – and occasionally from Europe. East Caribbean cruises go to islands like Saint Maarten, Saint Thomas, and Antigua. Western ones visit pla…
…sit http://www.60secondcruisetips.com and subscribe free to the podcast on iTunes, Stitcher Radio and TuneIn Radio Cruising the Mediterranean The Mediterranean is the second most popular cruise region after the Caribbean. It provides warm weather, generally calm seas and you visit different cultures and countries in a short space of time. The season is April to October, although some ships remain offering winter sun trips. The key ports where cr…
…isitors to the capital of Thailand: Bangkok. Subscribe to the show free on iTunes, Stitcher Radio or TuneIn Radio The show covers the following and more: Observations: Bangkok is capital of Thailand (Thai = free so Thailand means land of the free) Never been colonised unlike so many other Asian countries – sided with Japanese in WWII and supported USA in Vietnam war. Monarchy which is highly respected and revered offence to say negative against th…
…sit http://www.60secondcruisetips.com and subscribe free to the podcast on iTunes, Stitcher Radio and TuneIn Radio How much of a region does a river cruise really let you experience? A river cruise gives you a flavour of a region rather than a comprehensive exploration. Many cruises are one week long and you visit five or more destinations taking in key highlights close to the river. You will get a feel for the traditions, culture, sights and fo…
…sit http://www.60secondcruisetips.com and subscribe free to the podcast on iTunes, Stitcher Radio and TuneIn Radio Transatlantic crossings A cruise purist calls crossing the Atlantic a crossing and not a cruise. A cruise is when you sail around many ports and is mostly about the destinations, while a crossing is where the journey itself is the whole experience. It is about being at sea for a week on a ship with only two ports: the start and end po…
…sitors to Dubai in the United Arab Emirates. Subscribe free to the show on iTunes, Stitcher Radio or TuneIn Radio. This show covers among other topics: Observations You either love Dubai or you hate it! Some say : Surreal, bizarre , draconian, soulless, superficial Others say : dynamic, bold, modern and adventurous Mix of conservative and liberal with lots of inconsistencies (e.g. full burka wearing women next to skimply dressed ones and lack of a…
