A story about crossing from Laos to Cambodia, involving colour-coded tickets, unofficial border fees, missing paperwork, mysterious vehicle changes and an eight-hour journey from Don Det to Kratie.
Author Archives: thattravelstory
A week in Kathmandu
A story about arriving in Kathmandu with barely any trekking plans, discovering the city through its food, temples and winding streets, and finding unexpected friends along the way.
From Ama Divers to Taiko Drums: A Weekend in Mie
A story about a spontaneous trip to Mie, from the sacred forests of Ise Jingu to the seaside villages of the Ama divers.
Along the way, I discover a traditional seafood lunch, deserted beaches, nostalgic shrine streets and an unexpected taiko festival.
Skiing, Onsen and Oolong Highballs in Togari Onsen
A story about a spontaneous ski weekend in Togari Onsen that starts with snowy mountain slopes and outdoor onsens, but somehow ends with oolong highballs, Monopoly Deal, champagne, university students and a full-blown snowball fight.
Blüemlisalp on a summer night
A story about finally making it to Blüemlisalp hut after a long summer of working in Kandersteg, running dangerously low on water on the way up, meeting fellow hikers over dinner, and waking up early to watch the sunrise above the Alps.
Taste of the Himalaya in Manali
A story about exploring one of the hippie towns in Himachal Pradesh.
A weekend in Tainan
A story about a completely unplanned stay in Taiwan’s food capital.
A sumo tournament in Tokyo
A story about a day at the Ryogoku Kokugikan in Tokyo, diving deep into the world of Sumo.
Travelling by Train in China: Everything You Need to Know Before You Go
A few anecdotes of a month of travelling by train around China. From high speed trains to slow sleepers.
Dutch Square Hostel Alleppey: a break from India
A story about a couple of days spent relaxing in the peaceful oasis of Alleppey.