Suk11 (Suk 11) is an awesome place to discuss travel & meet people to hook up with for traveling. The rooms are decent sized - light, airy and very clean. A real spiritual feel to this place - very interesting decor - at times feels like an international hangout due to the many people from around the world. Be sure to add your name & notes to the appropriate walls! Note: this place fills up very quickly and is immensely popular especially … [Read more...]
Istanbul, Turkey – Must See Attractions
Some of the primary historical attractions are only open on certain days of the week. Many are open from Tuesday through Sunday and are closed Mondays. Dave has visited the following sites within Istanbul. Blue Mosque (Sultanahmet Camii) was constructed in the early 1600's. Admission is free but donations are accepted. Because this is such a heavily visited tourist destination, tourists are only allowed to enter from one of the side doors … [Read more...]
Anne Frank Museum, Amsterdam – January 2005
The Anne Frank Museum is a must see for anyone visiting Amsterdam. The house is located in the center of Amsterdam next to one of the main canals in this part of the city. Its merely a 20 minute walk from the Central Station. By visiting her house (now converted into a museum) you will see where she hid for several years and even her original diary. The house is a series of small rooms and narrow walkways. Photographs and other items are on … [Read more...]
The San Jose Flea Market, CA – October 2004
This huge flea market was founded in 1960 and advertises over 8 miles of vendors. This market is located on Berryessa Road about 1.5 miles in from the 101 freeway in San Jose and is open Wednesday, Friday and the weekends. There are several huge parking lots all located approximately across from the actual flea market. If you visit on the weekends expect to walk 5-10 minutes to the main entrance due to the crowds. Be sure to visit their 1/4 … [Read more...]
Saigon, Vietnam
Ho Chi Minh City, (HCMC) or Saigon (District 1), was founded about 300 years ago. This is Vietnam's largest city with around 9 million people. For comparison, the roots of Hanoi in the north date back to the 3rd century BC and that city was founded more then 1000 ago. Ho Chi Minh City can be explored on bike or foot. However be aware that traffic conditions can be horrific at times - Ho Chi Minh City features thousands of motor bikes - they … [Read more...]
Saigon, Vietnam – Attractions
Many of Saigon's primary attractions are located in District 1 or 3 and often are within walking distance of each other. Tours outside of the city are usually reached by bus. Here are a few attractions that we have visited during multiple trips to Saigon. Ben Thanh Market is located in District 1 and houses numerous vendors selling a wide variety of handicrafts, souvenirs, fruits and vegetables. This market was first built in 1914. Large … [Read more...]
Saigon, Vietnam – Shopping
Galleries - Saigon features a diversity of galleries and various works of art - many of these galleries and shops are located in District 1 along Dong Khoi Street. However there are also other galleries scattered throughout the city. Artwork ranges from paintings, embroidery, wood carvings - to other small Vietnamese arts and crafts. XQ DaLat Silk Hand Embroidery Picture Gallery is located at 81 Dong Khoi Street in District 1. This … [Read more...]
Saigon, Vietnam – Lodging
There are numerous hotels in Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), ranging in price from around $15/night all the way up to the 4 and 5 star hotels well above $100/night. Many hotels will include breakfast for free. Most will keep your baggage for a little while if you plan on returning or take side trips. The author has stayed in and or visited all of the following hotels. If you have additional hotel recommendations for this page, please email … [Read more...]
Saigon, Vietnam – Restaurants
Overall, compared to Thai food Vietnamese food is much less spicy and more bland. You can choose from a variety of soups (called Pho's), seafood dishes, vegetable dishes, rolls, and rice dishes. You can have an excellent dinner for around $10 - you can however, eat much cheaper than this if you like. There are also some excellent French restaurants in Saigon as well as coffee shops. The following are a few restaurants that Dave frequented … [Read more...]
Cuzco, Peru
Cuzco, often called the "tiled" city is located at about 10,600 feet in the great Andes mountains. While Cuzco certainly has instant name recognition, it is best known as the gateway to Machu Picchu. These ruins are among the world's greatest combination of both the human and the natural world and attract visitors from around the planet. However, travelers should also spend a few days in and around Cuzco. Cuzco, as a result of being the largest … [Read more...]
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