Calder's Top Travel Tips - Asia
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£1,000 between the two of us to spend on a holidayI have got the first two weeks in November off; with about £1,000 between the two of us to spend on a holiday. |
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Where should we go in Japan?I’m going to visit my daughter in Japan. She’d like to go to Kyoto. Is there enough to keep us occupied for a few days and where else should we go? |
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Should I take my kids to Mumbai?My husband is going to Mumbai for work and I want to take my children there. Do you think it is a good idea? |
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India for a September honeymoon?We want to go to India for our honeymoon. Would you recommend it and where should we go? |
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On a trip to Japan, is it worth visiting Kyoto?We're going to Japan for a week with our two children. We know Tokyo is expensive, so is it worth going to Kyoto instead? |
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Warm, cheap and undiscovered?I've got a few months off and would like to go somewhere to write. Where is warm, cheap and undiscovered? |
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What hot place can I go to live?I want to emigrate and leave the UK forever. I'd like somewhere hot, safe, quiet and beautiful. Where should I go? |
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Should we get rabies injections for Bali?I heard there has been an outbreak of rabies in Bali - should we get injections against that? |
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Should I go to Hua Hin in Thailand?We're planning a holiday to Hua Hin in Thailand - is that as nice as other resorts in the area? |
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Is Christmas a good time for Laos?I was thinking about going to Laos at Christmas. Is it a good time to go there and what should I do? |
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Will the weather in Bali be good?We're thinking of going to Malaysia and Bali in May or June, but I'm worried about what the weather might be like. |
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Where should I go in Thailand?We're thinking about going to Thailand later this year, so I wondered if you had any tips you could give me. |
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Can I tour China on my own?This caller wants to avoid a simple supplement on a tour to China, by organising his trip himself.
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Should I go to Hainen Island?Is Hainen Island the perfect relaxing beach resort to visit after Hong Kong?
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Should I fly with Eva Air?Simon has travelled with Eva Air and says they are a highly recommended airline.
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Could Thai Airways collapse?Is there a chance that Thai International Airways will go under? Simon isn't worried. |
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Where should I go in Sri Lanka?Simon is so jealous, as this listener heads to the idyllic island of Sri Lanka. |
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Am I able to climb Mt Kilabalu?Pat is worried about climbing Mt Kinabalu, but Simon assures her it is worth the effort. |