Far East Travels Podcast

Jul 29 2024 326 ep. 23 mins 47
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Far East Travels-Inspired by Rick Steves, Lonely Planet, Anthony Bourdain and National Geographic.-Informative, enlightening, entertaining. Let John Saboe take you on journeys filled with spiritual celebrations and rituals, ancient festivals thrilling wildlife safaris, trekking and climbing quests and a vast array of food cultures. Learn about cultural differences, village life, urban exploration, street food, history and architecture in places like Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos, Nepal, India, Korea, Malaysia, Borneo, Indonesia, Taiwan and Japan. Stories, advice, and conversations from one of the most exciting adventure destinations on the planet-Asia.

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THAILAND NEW 60 DAY VISA EXEMPTION FOR 93 COUNTRIES

Jul 29 2024 23 mins  
In this episode a brief overview of Thailand's new offer of a 60 day visa exemption for citizens of 93 countries. Plus how to deal with needing an onward ticket when you don't have one!Thanks again for your support!If you'd like to support the channel there are two ways:Patreon-monthly pledges/support-https://www.patreon.com/FarEastTravelsDonations: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/

Is Danang, Vietnam Right For You?

Jul 21 2024 21 mins  
I am back after a much too long hiatus from the podcast! In this episode I run through what it takes currently to stay long term in Danang, Vietnam. I am meeting more people everyday who are deciding to come here and either retire or live long term. But is it right for you? In this episode I review the current rules involved in securing evisas for Vietnam as well as visa exemptions

Hoi An, Vietnam Travel Advice From The "Ancient Town"

Jul 14 2023 17 mins  
Hoi An, the Unesco World Heritage Site's streets are busting at the seams with visitors. It certainly appears that the old town has returned to the days of packed streets prior to the pandemic. I'm in Hoi An with an up-to-date report on the ancient town, its sites, and what it's like to visit one of Vietnam's top destinations. I have some tips on where you can avoid the crowds and

5 More Annoyances To Watch Out For In Vietnam

Jul 04 2023 20 mins  
In this episode I discuss 5 more typical annoyances or things tourists should be aware of when visiting Vietnam, especially for the first time. Once you master these and the last 5 in a previous episode you'll be much better prepared. As a disclaimer, there are similiar things to watch out for in other countries in the region and beyond. In some cases like the cyclo driver scams, k

Vietnam Will Introduce 90 Day eVisas Beginning August 15

Jun 26 2023 14 mins  
It's finally happening! Vietnam's National Assembly agreed to extend the current 30 day tourist eVisa to 90 days for 80 countries. This will be the first time 90 day visas will be available to tourists since early 2020. This is welcome news to the tourism industry and thousands of people who in the past enjoyed long-term stays in Vietnam. Nha Trang and Da Nang will most likely see

5 Annoyances Or Scams You Can Avoid In Vietnam

Jun 22 2023 24 mins  
In this episode I run down 5 common mistakes or uncomfortable situations you can avoid on your first trip to Vietnam. Some could be considered scams or overcharging, in other cases just minor uncomfortable situtations that can be easily avoided. We've all been scammed or overcharged at least once on our travels. I remember I was overcharged for a speedboat ride to the Gili Islands

Vietnam-Upcoming Changes To The Current Visa Policy?

May 03 2023 18 mins  
I'm back! Thanks so much for your patience. A long needed hiatus from the podcast was due and I"m now delighted to return to regular podcasting of The Far East Travels Podcast in it's 8th year!In this episode I'll review the current visas that are offered in Vietnam and the upcoming proposal to return to 90 day visas as well as the extending of visa exemption stays for many countri

Taiwan Is Open To The World! With Guest Photographer Bruno Black-Taipei

Dec 23 2022 32 mins  
In October Taiwan eased restrictions once again welcoming visitors to "The Beautiful Island". My friend and longtime guest of the podcast photographer Bruno Black gives us an update on what's new and what to expect when you arrive. Bruno has toured many people around the island and is an expert on the best places to see as well as knowing where to go to get those great shots. Visit

Our Man In Kyoto, Japan [Tour Operator/Podcaster Niall Gibson]

Nov 10 2022 43 mins  
A pleasure as always to have Kyoto based Niall Gibson, an expat Canadian, tour operator and host of the Kyoto Fun Podcast on the Far East Travels Podcast. Niall gives us an update on the current travel landscape of Kyoto and the rest of Japan. With the yen currently at a record low and travel restrictions lifted this could be one of the best times in your life to visit Japan. Niall

Japan And Taiwan Are Fully Open To Independant Travelers!

Oct 30 2022 17 mins  
After 2.5 years both Taiwan and Japan are fully open to independant tourism. In this episode I share more details about requirements upon arrival, particularily for the more complicated procedures for Taiwan. As someone who lived in Taiwan I am very happy for the many businesses who relied and of course benefited from foreign visitors. Taipei was a meeting place almost every weeken