Tag Archives: Driving

Driving in Dubai

Posted on September 27, 2007 by Sharon Giraud

Driving in the Middle East is an unexpected panic attack waiting to happen.  No matter how cosmopolitan thcity is, the driving habits from the rest of the world have converged into one huge mess. There are roundabouts which are ignored, … Continue reading →

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Driving with Jacques

Posted on August 7, 2007 by Sharon Giraud

We are currently driving a little Honda Jazz which is brand new.  Julie got it the day she was heading back to Bangkok and drove it a sum total of 5 kms before she handed us the keys.  Needless to … Continue reading →

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Meltdown in Vietnam

Posted on July 11, 2007 by Jacques Giraud

We left Hue on Saturday by bus to Hui An, along the coast. Hue was a calm respite after all the noise in Hanoi and people didn’t stand on their horns all day long. We also had a fabulous hotel … Continue reading →

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How to Cross the Street in Vietnam with Sharon

Posted on July 11, 2007 by Jacques Giraud

Crossing the street in Vietnam is a little hairy at times. Since they don’t obey traffic laws, you step out into the street and hope that they don’t hit you as everybody dodges you. Here’s how to cross the street … Continue reading →

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Chicken Buses in Vietnam

Posted on July 10, 2007 by Sharon Giraud

Yesterday we took a bus from Hue to Hoi An.  It is about a 5 hour trip b bus for the incredible amount of $5.00 US per person.  How bad could it be?  You always read about travelling with the … Continue reading →

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