Cambodia in Jan - 2013 - Page 3

VTbeemer · 01-04-2013, 12:16 PM

Guys,

Here is a terrific site and primer on how to get from BK to PP by train, Bus, taxi tuk tuk, etc.

http://www.seat61.com/Cambodia.htm#Siem Reap

The new bus service seems like a terrific way to go. Would like to find out if it is actually running and where/how to get reservation on it.

According to the website above it will take about a 1 1/2 days to get to PP from BK using the existing services. If I had more time it would be a great option.

I have to delay my departure from the US due to a surgery scheduled for my dog. I will be leving on the 17th and arrive late the 18th. As such I will have to transit directly to PP upon arrival in BK. Since I am ariving late I am looking at flying to PP. It is only $95 and gets there the same day in about an hour. But this "new" bus would be a great option if it pans out. Ken, it seems you will be a day or so ahead of me so message me if you take this bus and arrive in one piece

.

Upon arrival in PP I am renting a bike so I will not need to "buy" a bike when I get there. But I would like to accompany some of you, look over yor shoulders and offer unsolicited buying advice!!

Nata Harli · 01-04-2013, 02:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by VTbeemer

Ken

If OK with you I would like to take you up on the phone offer. I have been wanting to get on like this for a while now. If I can borrow yours I can further delay buying one for myself

Dan,

Consider it yours. It's going to cost you big, though! Probably at least one cold beer.

See you in Bangkok!

Ken

Nata Harli · 01-04-2013, 08:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by VTbeemer

Guys,

Here is a terrific site and primer on how to get from BK to PP by train, Bus, taxi tuk tuk, etc.

http://www.seat61.com/Cambodia.htm#Siem Reap

The new bus service seems like a terrific way to go. Would like to find out if it is actually running and where/how to get reservation on it.

According to the website above it will take about a 1 1/2 days to get to PP from BK using the existing services. If I had more time it would be a great option.

I have to delay my departure from the US due to a surgery scheduled for my dog. I will be leving on the 17th and arrive late the 18th. As such I will have to transit directly to PP upon arrival in BK. Since I am ariving late I am looking at flying to PP. It is only $95 and gets there the same day in about an hour. But this "new" bus would be a great option if it pans out. Ken, it seems you will be a day or so ahead of me so message me if you take this bus and arrive in one piece

.

Upon arrival in PP I am renting a bike so I will not need to "buy" a bike when I get there. But I would like to accompany some of you, look over yor shoulders and offer unsolicited buying advice!!

Here's an article about the bus:

http://www.bangkokpost.com/breakingn...HBfikWgE.gmail

Nata Harli · 01-05-2013, 03:41 AM

For those of you planning on riding in Thailand you might find this thread interesting.

http://www.expatforum.com/expats/tha...-you-ride.html

George 99 · 01-05-2013, 02:20 PM

Dan and Ken, glad youse guys have chimed in. The more, the merrier.

Train/bus/plane, it's all'a same to me 'long as we get to PP in time to buy our bikes. Extra time after the Cam ride can/will be split up as appropriate. Wanna see some Thai and Laos if possible. Chiang Mai is for sure on my short list.

Larry and Danny are staying longer, Dace shorter. I hope to ride as much as possible so renting in Thai is also on my short list. I don't want to carry a helmet around for days and weeks.

I don't have an unlocked phone yet. My Nokia 2610s have to be reflashed and I didn't find anyone local to do it. My i-phone 3 is in process of getting unlocked, waiting to hear back from AT&T.

All else is looking good. Got my maps today (3 for areas in Northern Thailand around Chiang Mai and a full Laos map.) My "GPS" (Open Source Map on my Samsung with full maps for all three countries) works pretty good too. So I doubt we'll get lost.

I have an 0-dark-thirty departure out'a 'Vegas on Monday the 14th. LA-Tokyo-Bangkok arriving afternoon of the 15th local. See y'all there.

Nata Harli · 01-07-2013, 10:35 AM

Don't know if any of you have done this but I figure it can't hurt to let the State Dept know approximately where I'll be and when.

You can register here: Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) http://www.travel.state.gov/travel/t...tion_4789.html

I'm in the process of getting organized and beginning my packing today. See all of you FFs soon!

Nata Harli · 01-07-2013, 11:36 AM

Just read an excellent thread on riding in SE Asia. It doesn't sound a whole lot different than riding in Latin America for those of you who have ridden there. But, my feeling is you can never be TOO concerned about safety and life is a constant learning/re-learning experience. Even at my advanced age I'm willing to admit I don't know it all!

http://www.rideasia.net/motorcycle-f...g-se-asia.html

George 99 · 01-07-2013, 12:44 PM

Thanks for posting the various links, folks. I've read a bunch of RideAsia info, I feel the same, kind'a like Central America. I've ridden and driven in Boston and Detroit so SEA holds little fear for me ('cept for wrong-side-of-the road.)

Digiamo · 01-08-2013, 06:35 AM

Joe is enroute and I board at JFK at 3:50 PM today bound for BKK.

Hope to see you all over there at the New Siam Riverside.

I like all the ideas being bounced about modes of transport to PP, Cambodia.

George 99 · 01-08-2013, 12:04 PM

I've still got a week, leaving 'Vegas at zero-dark-thirty next Tuesday morning. Hope it's not planned for a Boeing 787, I expect them to get grounded... :(

VTbeemer · 01-08-2013, 06:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by George 99

I've still got a week, leaving 'Vegas at zero-dark-thirty next Tuesday morning. Hope it's not planned for a Boeing 787, I expect them to get grounded... :(

Of course I am departing from Boston Logan airport....I better check my reservation...

George 99 · 01-09-2013, 12:57 PM

Larry and Danny are in Bangkok, Larry rode a 787 from Spokane First Class.

Ken and Dan, have youse guys checked in with the R4C folks? Dean is trying to get a body count for the event.

I'm about 1/2 packed (double packed to be more precise, gotta delete some stuff.)

Digiamo · 01-09-2013, 09:21 PM

Joe and I are checked in to the New Siam Riverside now. We'll wait here in room 4416 to one of yous FF come a knockin' :)
Looking into getting two misplaced bags from two different airlines back in our possession.
Then off to get some more immunity from local diseases and joe needs Baht cash.
Let us know when you're coming.

Droid S 3 & TT2

VTbeemer · 01-10-2013, 05:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by George 99

Larry and Danny are in Bangkok, Larry rode a 787 from Spokane First Class.

Ken and Dan, have youse guys checked in with the R4C folks? Dean is trying to get a body count for the event.

I'm about 1/2 packed (double packed to be more precise, gotta delete some stuff.)

I did send a pm through the forum, which was confirmed.

I am also transporting a few items in my luggage for the charity.

Nata Harli · 01-13-2013, 11:30 AM

Just checked into New Siam II. Gonna try and get some sleep then after breakfast I will and try and find you guys.

01-04-2013, 12:16 PM	#31
VTbeemer Traveler Joined: Jun 2009 Location: People's Republic of Vermont Oddometer: 226	Train, bus, tuk tuk, etc BK to PP Guys, Here is a terrific site and primer on how to get from BK to PP by train, Bus, taxi tuk tuk, etc. http://www.seat61.com/Cambodia.htm#Siem Reap The new bus service seems like a terrific way to go. Would like to find out if it is actually running and where/how to get reservation on it. According to the website above it will take about a 1 1/2 days to get to PP from BK using the existing services. If I had more time it would be a great option. I have to delay my departure from the US due to a surgery scheduled for my dog. I will be leving on the 17th and arrive late the 18th. As such I will have to transit directly to PP upon arrival in BK. Since I am ariving late I am looking at flying to PP. It is only $95 and gets there the same day in about an hour. But this "new" bus would be a great option if it pans out. Ken, it seems you will be a day or so ahead of me so message me if you take this bus and arrive in one piece . Upon arrival in PP I am renting a bike so I will not need to "buy" a bike when I get there. But I would like to accompany some of you, look over yor shoulders and offer unsolicited buying advice!! __________________ Dan in VT http://vtbeemer.blogspot.com/ 93' R100GS/PD- 06' F650GS- 94' R1100RS 04 R1150R- 91' BMW K75s- 57' BMW R69 77' R75/7- 06' Ducati S4R Monster 74' XL 250- 08' WR250R

01-05-2013, 03:41 AM	#34
Nata Harli The Accidental Tourista Joined: Mar 2005 Location: Kansas City, MISSOURI Oddometer: 2,457	Article about bikes in Thailand For those of you planning on riding in Thailand you might find this thread interesting. http://www.expatforum.com/expats/tha...-you-ride.html __________________ Nata Harli Motorcycle Mexico Latin American Ride Reports link 5th Annual Latin American Rider's Rally No, it's not a Harley , it's a BMW.

01-05-2013, 02:20 PM	#35
George 99 ^OP Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Sep 2008 Location: Kingman, Arizona Oddometer: 384	Dan and Ken, glad youse guys have chimed in. The more, the merrier. Train/bus/plane, it's all'a same to me 'long as we get to PP in time to buy our bikes. Extra time after the Cam ride can/will be split up as appropriate. Wanna see some Thai and Laos if possible. Chiang Mai is for sure on my short list. Larry and Danny are staying longer, Dace shorter. I hope to ride as much as possible so renting in Thai is also on my short list. I don't want to carry a helmet around for days and weeks. I don't have an unlocked phone yet. My Nokia 2610s have to be reflashed and I didn't find anyone local to do it. My i-phone 3 is in process of getting unlocked, waiting to hear back from AT&T. All else is looking good. Got my maps today (3 for areas in Northern Thailand around Chiang Mai and a full Laos map.) My "GPS" (Open Source Map on my Samsung with full maps for all three countries) works pretty good too. So I doubt we'll get lost. I have an 0-dark-thirty departure out'a 'Vegas on Monday the 14th. LA-Tokyo-Bangkok arriving afternoon of the 15th local. See y'all there. __________________ George Sometimes in Kingman, Arizona

01-07-2013, 10:35 AM	#36
Nata Harli The Accidental Tourista Joined: Mar 2005 Location: Kansas City, MISSOURI Oddometer: 2,457	Register with the State Dept Don't know if any of you have done this but I figure it can't hurt to let the State Dept know approximately where I'll be and when. You can register here: Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) http://www.travel.state.gov/travel/t...tion_4789.html I'm in the process of getting organized and beginning my packing today. See all of you FFs soon! __________________ Nata Harli Motorcycle Mexico Latin American Ride Reports link 5th Annual Latin American Rider's Rally No, it's not a Harley , it's a BMW.

01-07-2013, 11:36 AM	#37
Nata Harli The Accidental Tourista Joined: Mar 2005 Location: Kansas City, MISSOURI Oddometer: 2,457	Safety tips for riding in SE Asia Just read an excellent thread on riding in SE Asia. It doesn't sound a whole lot different than riding in Latin America for those of you who have ridden there. But, my feeling is you can never be TOO concerned about safety and life is a constant learning/re-learning experience. Even at my advanced age I'm willing to admit I don't know it all! http://www.rideasia.net/motorcycle-f...g-se-asia.html __________________ Nata Harli Motorcycle Mexico Latin American Ride Reports link 5th Annual Latin American Rider's Rally No, it's not a Harley , it's a BMW.

01-07-2013, 12:44 PM	#38
George 99 ^OP Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Sep 2008 Location: Kingman, Arizona Oddometer: 384	Thanks for posting the various links, folks. I've read a bunch of RideAsia info, I feel the same, kind'a like Central America. I've ridden and driven in Boston and Detroit so SEA holds little fear for me ('cept for wrong-side-of-the road.) __________________ George Sometimes in Kingman, Arizona

01-08-2013, 06:35 AM	#39
Digiamo Dan nyc Joined: Sep 2004 Location: NYC, currently in a tank slapper Oddometer: 498	See you on the other side Joe is enroute and I board at JFK at 3:50 PM today bound for BKK. Hope to see you all over there at the New Siam Riverside. I like all the ideas being bounced about modes of transport to PP, Cambodia. __________________ Danny http://picasaweb.google.com/digiamo http://motodiscovery.blogspot.com/

01-08-2013, 12:04 PM	#40
George 99 ^OP Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Sep 2008 Location: Kingman, Arizona Oddometer: 384	I've still got a week, leaving 'Vegas at zero-dark-thirty next Tuesday morning. Hope it's not planned for a Boeing 787, I expect them to get grounded... :( __________________ George Sometimes in Kingman, Arizona

01-09-2013, 12:57 PM	#42
George 99 ^OP Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Sep 2008 Location: Kingman, Arizona Oddometer: 384	Larry and Danny are in Bangkok, Larry rode a 787 from Spokane First Class. Ken and Dan, have youse guys checked in with the R4C folks? Dean is trying to get a body count for the event. I'm about 1/2 packed (double packed to be more precise, gotta delete some stuff.) __________________ George Sometimes in Kingman, Arizona

01-09-2013, 09:21 PM	#43
Digiamo Dan nyc Joined: Sep 2004 Location: NYC, currently in a tank slapper Oddometer: 498	Joe and I are checked in to the New Siam Riverside now. We'll wait here in room 4416 to one of yous FF come a knockin' :) Looking into getting two misplaced bags from two different airlines back in our possession. Then off to get some more immunity from local diseases and joe needs Baht cash. Let us know when you're coming. Droid S 3 & TT2 __________________ Danny http://picasaweb.google.com/digiamo http://motodiscovery.blogspot.com/

01-13-2013, 11:30 AM	#45
Nata Harli The Accidental Tourista Joined: Mar 2005 Location: Kansas City, MISSOURI Oddometer: 2,457	I'm here Just checked into New Siam II. Gonna try and get some sleep then after breakfast I will and try and find you guys. __________________ Nata Harli Motorcycle Mexico Latin American Ride Reports link 5th Annual Latin American Rider's Rally No, it's not a Harley , it's a BMW.

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