Blog archive containing all of Josh Boorman’s backpacking adventures as he makes his way around the world experiencing many different people, cultures, customs, adventures and destinations. **May also include the odd quality ‘Guest Post’ from my backpacking friends**
I visited Tikal in Guatemala in late 2004 on a backpacking adventure with a school friend of mine, Matt. We had been travelling all over Central America and heard that the Mayan ruins of Tikal were a must see.
Take a trip out of Bangkok to Kanchanaburi, a lovely little town about 3 hours west of Bangkok where you can visit and see a number of amazing sights and attractions for the curious backpacker. Including Tiger Temple, Bridge over the River Kwai, JEATH War Museum and floating restaurants and guesthouses.
If you want to break away from the smelly and grimy city streets of Bangkok and get a feel for how many of the local Thais live then perhaps a mountain bike trip around the outskirts of Bangkok is for you?
If like me you’re one of those people who love going on holidays, but cannot abide the whole flying experience, then this feature will be your new best friend.
Travel agents reveal the dark secrets of the business including charging you extra to fund their own lavish holidays and gifts as well as taking advantage of those in grief.