Planning and Logistics

Trip Start Nov 16, 2007
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Trip End Jan 14, 2008


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Monday, January 14, 2008

Because of the length and complexity of this trip (2 months, 21 hotels, 13 airline flights, 2 train trips, and 10+ boat trips, not to mention travels by car), we worked with a tour agent to set everything up ... and pay for most of it ... ahead of time. We worked through IExplore.com, and would heartily recommend them to anyone; they were wonderful! Without exception, the logistics worked flawlessly; the accommodations were clean, comfortable, and hospitable; and the tour guides knowledgeable and helpful. Some of the guides were outstanding resources, and I've mentioned those individually in my blog entries.

With the exception of some beach resorts where we chose to spend free time and made our own arrangements, we had a personal, local tour guide and driver at each destination. We did not participate in group tours, but rather got private tours of various sites, mixed liberally with free time to explore on our own. The mix worked well for us, but IExplore will customize any trip according to the client's preferences.

If anyone has any questions about arrangements, costs, accommodations, sights to see, or things to do, We'll be happy to share with you our thoughts and impressions. Please just comment on this blog (I'll receive an email notice) or email me directly.

Thanks for your patience. It's been nearly 3 months since we returned from this trip, and I apologize for taking so long to get the blog up to date. Still, at least you'll have an opportunity to read about and look through some pictures of our adventures. Thanks again for joining us!!
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seesterwah
seesterwah on Apr 14, 2008 at 01:31PM

Bravo!
What a fascinating trip you had! It was a treat to be a vicarious companion through your blog - both during your trip and now....as we caught up on your saga throughout SE Asia.
Great job on the blog, JS. I even learned how to navigate the TravelPod site!
Thanks for all your hard work which made it possible for us to share in your travel experience.

bassalleckj
bassalleckj on Apr 15, 2008 at 02:23PM

Thank you!
Thanks for the nice comment, seesterwah. Although it was a lot of work, it was rewarding to spend the time writing the blog entries and uploading the best pictures. JS

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