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Southeast Asia is one of the easiest places in the world to travel, but it's also one of the easiest to fuck up in. Examples include: trying to cram six countries into three weeks, spending all your time in tourist bubbles, renting a motorbike without a clue what you're doing... The list is endless. Rookie mistakes are part of the deal when you're travelling. And Samantha has made just about every single one there is to make in Southeast Asia. She's got a few great takes on some of her biggest mistakes and lessons π
We all make mistakes when travelling. It's part of the fun! But I swear, if I had the chance, I would still choose to avoid some of the biggest ones I've made in the past... The good news is that you don't have to make the same ones. Because YOU have got US to tell you about them. A little bit of know-how goes a long way, from knowing when to book and when to wing it, to figuring out which places are actually worth your time and getting around without spending a fortune. Whether it's your first trip to the region or you've already got a few stamps in your passport, there's probably a lesson or two in here that'll save you some pain.
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