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Practical travel guides for discovering new destinations and making the important decisions before you go.

Explore itineraries, places to stay, things to do, transport, travel costs and the best time to visit. Start with a country or browse the guides to build a trip that fits your interests, budget and time.

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01 / EXPLORE

Where would you like to go?

Choose a country and find the guides that help you plan it, from the first big decisions to the finer details.

Thailand destination guides DESTINATION GUIDES Thailand Plan routes through Bangkok, the north and the islands, with practical advice on stays, seasons and transport. Explore Thailand Japan destination guides DESTINATION GUIDES Japan Compare Japanese cities, rail journeys, accommodation areas and itineraries that fit the time you have. Explore Japan Vietnam destination guides DESTINATION GUIDES Vietnam Explore Vietnam’s cities, coast and countryside, with useful routes, budgets and travel-planning guides. Explore Vietnam

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02 / PLAN

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Whether the destination is decided or you are still comparing ideas, find the part of travel planning you need.

Itineraries Compare routes, trip lengths and the order of your stops. Plan Your Trip Work through timing, budgets, transport and travel essentials. Where to Stay Find the right area, accommodation style and base for your trip. Things to Do Explore attractions, local experiences and worthwhile day trips.
03 / READ

A balanced selection of published guides from across the destinations featured on the site.

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Thailand Sleeper Train Guide

Thailand rail | Overnight journeys Thailand Sleeper Train Guide Choose the bed, boarding routine and arrival time that suit you before choosing the famous train. Upper vs…

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Bring your route, accommodation choices and budget together with free practical travel tools. Start wherever you are in the planning process.

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These guides are created and edited by Karen Taylor using research from official tourism sources, transport providers, accommodation information and other relevant references. They are designed to make comparisons more useful, not to claim first-hand visits that have not taken place.

Check current entry rules, schedules, prices and availability with official providers before booking. Each article is a starting point for decisions that suit your trip.

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