Let’s Visit Asia

Travel back in time as your read this MSNBC’s feature story on Mongolia. If it entices you to come and see the steppes for yourself, here are some facts from the author:
WHEN TO GO: Mongolian winters are bitterly cold, with nighttime temperatures often as low as minus 18. June through September, daytime temperatures in the high 60s to low 70s.
GETTING THERE: The Mongolian airline MIAT flies to Tokyo, Beijing, Seoul, Moscow and Berlin. Ulan Bator also is served by Air China, Russia’s Aeroflot and Korean Airlines.
COSTS: For a 1 1/2-day trip to Terelj National Park from Ulan Bator, we paid …read more

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Yes, accommodations in Asia can be very cheap. Have a look what digs this guy got for 150-baht (about US$5) in Trat, Thailand:

via: Flyaway Weblog

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How many of you would consider leaving your job and your comfort zone and go back-packing in Asia? Sounds crazy? Well, some people have gutsto just go and leave everything behind, and explore the different cultures and communities in Asia.
Join Dan Spokojny and Justin Trauben as they explore the region. At Vlogabond, you not only get to read their stories, but watch videos as well. Have a look, for example, on a video that catches their first impressions of India, where they are currently located. It’s just like being right there with them!

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