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Ian Anderson
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Nomad. Sustainable Living. Progressive Politics. Responsible Travel. South East Asia 🌏 🇹🇭 🇱🇦 🇰🇭 🇻🇳 🇮🇩 🇲🇾 🇵🇭
Sharing for anyone interested in the future of Cat Ba Island - and another example of the crass development plaguing Vietnam.

Announcement of the project in the comments - below images from Hai Phong Trong Toi
December 4, 2024 at 3:22 PM
Incredible to read that their Group MD is on the IPC Board working on a code of practice!

The sooner the government clamp down on this out-of-control rogue sector the better!
November 30, 2024 at 11:06 AM
Barrier down at the level crossing on Deo Hai Van with a train just about to come past.

In these few minutes of anticipation I thought what a wonderful office the lady had with stunning views looking out over the bay and Lang Co beach
November 28, 2024 at 6:13 PM
I've passed this panoramic spot by bike, motorbike and train - on Deo Hai Van by the level crossing and overlooking the long stretch of Lang Co beach.

The Banyan Tree & Angsana Lang Co resorts are located in a secluded bay on the other side of the headland in the distance.
November 28, 2024 at 5:51 PM
The View from my balcony at Riverside White House Hotel Hoi An 💙

I stayed a week last summer but have stayed several other times along this stretch of the Thu Bon River - at Little Riverside next door, and at the Anantara Hoi An next door to that.
November 28, 2024 at 1:36 PM
Monks in prayer at Wat Chedi Luang, Chiang Mai
November 27, 2024 at 6:29 PM
Vang Vieng can be incredibly tranquil or incredibly hedonistic.

Showcasing the tranquil end of the spectrum this is the beautiful view from the wonderful Riverside Boutique Resort Vang Vieng (4*), by far the best hotel in town & still at a very reasonable rate for it's level. Highly recommended.
November 23, 2024 at 11:39 AM
Sunrise Hot-Air Ballooning over Vang Vieng last January, with the reputable local operator Above Laos.

An absolutely incredible experience and definitely worth the 0400 wake-up call for!
November 23, 2024 at 11:24 AM
Another side to Vang Vieng from that being reported. It is an incredibly beautiful area with lots of activities on offer but you do need to be on guard here by day & by night. With this mindset I would still highly recommend visiting Laos 🇱🇦.

RIP to all affected by the alcohol poisoning this week 💔
November 22, 2024 at 11:35 PM
My favourite hangout in Chiang Mai, The North Gate Jazz Co-Op. If in town definitely check it out, just head there around opening time as it can get very busy later on

#chiangmai #Thailand
November 20, 2024 at 6:29 PM