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How to Get a Kazakhstan visa in Bangkok

Johnny — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 11:04:42 +0000

Getting a Kazakhstani visa in Bangkok isn’t too difficult but you do need to do a few different things. Ok let’s have a look:

Where is the Kazakhstan embassy in Bangkok?

The nearest BTS stop is Pleonchit, so jump out there and it’s a 5 minute walk.

It’s just before the US Embassy, on the same side of the road, about 50 metres closer to Pleonchit BTS than the US Embassy. So if you can’t find it, head towards the US Embassy and you’ll walk right past the Kazakhstani embassy. Easy.

Office 804A, Floor 8, Building A,

GPF Witthayu Towers,

93/1 Wireless Road,

Lumpini (between USA Embassy and All Seasons Place)

Pathumwan

Bangkok 10330

Thailand

+66125430 43/45

How much does a Kazakhstan visa cost?

It costs $40 for a single entry, 30 day visa. Payable only in US Dollars, plus 500 baht fee to the bank.

NOTE: You don’t pay the money to the embassy, you have to go a bank in the city and deposit the money, with your passport as ID. The bank you need to go to is:

Bangkok Bank,

Silom Soi 3

How long does the Kazakhstan visa take to get:

It should take 5 working days (hand it in on Monday, get it on Friday) BUT you may be able to get it faster if you ask nicely.

When does the Kazakhstan embassy open?

Only Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays between 10-12 in the morning.

Step by Step guide to getting your Kazakhstani Visa:

1) Go to the Bangkok bank on Silom Soi 3

2) Go to the second floor (visa section), tell them you’re applying for a Kazakhstani visa, pay your $40 + 500 baht, take the receipt

3) Write a letter on a piece of paper stating what dates you want to enter Kazakhstan, sign it and date it.

4) Go to the Kazakhstani Embassy: bring your passport, one passport photo, your application form (get it at the embassy), your letter and your receipt for your payment – apply

5) Pick your visa up 5 days later.

6) Buy your mankini, grow and mustache and head to Kazakhstan.

How to Get a Kazakhstan visa in Bangkok is a post from: onestep4ward.com

Barrios in Madrid

Johnny — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 05:58:38 +0000

The Spanish capital, like all big cities, has different districts, ‘barrios’ in Spanish, that are totally different to one another where you can find all sorts of different things. Here are some of the most important ones and what you can expect to find in each.

Madrid is the Spanish capital located right in the centre of Spain. Its population is of 3.2 million people and, as such, it has a large variety of places and sites for you to visit during your stay in Madrid apartments. Each district, barrio in Spanish, is famous for something, and depending on what you want to see or do, here is a small guide to the barrios in Madrid and what you will come across when you visit them.

Sol is the epicentre of Madrid, where you can find such relevant landmarks as the Puerta del Sol, which is the main contemporary square in Madrid, as opposed to the Plaza Mayor, which is the old square but equally as important for different reasons. Puerta del Sol is where all the tourists go and see the famous façade of the Casa de Correos building and the statue of the oso y el madroño, the famous symbol of the coat of arms of the city of Madrid, a bear and the strawberry tree. At the Plaza Mayor we can find the old square, where we can sample one of Madrid’s typically delicious deep-fried squid sandwich, bocadillo de calamares.

The barrio of Malasaña is where you can expect to find the main bars district in Madrid. All the hipsters and ‘cool people’ in Madrid can be seen around this district. It’s also where the famous pop culture movement, the Movida Madrileña, began in the 70s and 80s. Also, if you’re looking to spot a celebrity in Madrid, whether it’s a famous musician or a famous actor, this is the place you have to hang around. One could consider Malasaña as Madrid’s coolest district, although some might disagree and say that La Latina is the coolest place. An arty district, here we can find some of the best typical but contemporary tapas restaurants in Madrid. Also, when it comes to partying at night, La Latina has plenty of cool bars and clubs to offer. If you also like shopping for a bargain, every Sunday there’s the Rastro flea market, where you can find everything to be expected from a place like this, Spanish style!

If we want to see the most exclusive area of the city of Madrid, we must head towards the barrio of Salamanca, where we can find some of the most aristocratic buildings in Madrid. A bourgeois district by definition, here we can also find some of the most exclusive brand shops in designer fashion. If you have plenty of money and want to spend it, here’s the place for you.

Madrid is also a cosmopolitan and liberal city, and the barrio of Chueca embodies that. It’s known as the gay district, with plenty of gay-friendly bars, clubs and stores. Also, it’s the home to electronic music clubbing in Madrid so, if this is your scene and you were hoping that Madrid would have one, you couldn’t ask for a better one.

See the large variety in the Spanish capital when you rent apartments in Madrid, where tradition mixes with modernity in the most perfect way.

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Top 5 Sights in Florence

Johnny — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 06:57:52 +0000

Love is in the air I guess, after yesterdays love fest following up from Valentine’s day. With my upcoming trip to Europe, I thought I’d hit up Florence for the top 5 sights there. Check out the best things to see in Florence:

1) Piazza Della Signoria:

A very historic place showcasing an open-air exhibit of the finest, exquisite sculptures. It holds the replica of Michaelangelo’s David and other important statues. Other interesting structure in the piazza is the Palazzo Vecchio, known as the town hall in medieval times. You can have your stay in a nearby hotel, just around the piazza. They also have cafes, restaurants, apartments in Florence, and public rooms.

2) Il Duomo:

One of Florence’s elaborate masterpieces. This huge Gothic duomo of Cattedrale de Santa Maria del Fiore was built in AD 1296 by Brunelleschi and can hold up to 20,000 people. It was consecrated in 1436 and has since become very popular as a place for churchgoers and tourists alike. It also houses some of the most interesting statues and several elaborate doors. The exterior is made of marble in vibrant colors of white, pink, and green.

3) Ponte Vecchio:

This bridge is a historic site during World War II, known to be the only surviving bridge since the time of medieval Florence. Pausing by the bridge people can have a fascinating view of the Arno River. Jewelry shops are still in business along the bridge. On either bank of the river you can find plenty of room to stay during the night

4) Galleria degli Uffizi:

Probably the most crowded museum in Italy. It houses the world’s important authentic Renaissance art collection including the works of Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, and Raphael, among other famous antique sculptures, illuminations and tapestries. People who visit here always make it a point to buy tickets ahead of time to avoid long ticket lines.

5) Galleria dell Academia:

Musical instruments by the Medici family are found in the Galleria. Some of Michelangelo’s most famous sculptures are kept in this place. It also houses the most important work of arts from the 13th to 14th century.

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The 5 Most Romantic Destinations in the World

Johnny — Mon, 20 Feb 2012 14:33:44 +0000

After paying over the odds for a Valentine’s dinner in Bangkok last week, I thought I’d continue in the same vein and get all loved up with 5 sexy places around the world. If you’re trying to lure your sweatheart into bed or thinking of popping the questions, I’ve got 5 tailor-made spots waiting just for you:

Paris:

I took an ex-girlfriend here for an anniversary a while back, it was awesome (although apparently not awesome enough!). No doubt though that a map of romantic destinations across the globe is incomplete without Paris. Paris has been a hive of romantic activities and a hub for lovers for decades. The ambience and attractions of Paris get even the coldest of girls going, this is a no-brainer. Who cares about clichés when your drinking wine on a balcony staring at the Eiffel tower.

St Lucia:

Gotta include the Caribbean, right?! The magnificent volcanic peaks known as the Pitons, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, are among the most arresting natural sights you’ll see in the Caribbean. Soaring almost 3,000 feet out of the ocean, these forest-swathed wonders can be seen from many points on St. Lucia, fast becoming one of the region’s go-to spots for honeymooners and the soon-to-be-betrothed. Cocktails on the beach, with your mrs in a bikini, yes please.

Buenos Aries:

Buenos Aires oozes passion, especially when you catch a Tango performance on the street. The streets are a sensual mix of European elegance and Latin American seduction, with monumental architecture, tree-lined boulevards, and al fresco dining. It’s perfect for promenading, and a place that provokes unexpected desires. And if it all goes wrong, there are more than enough beautiful Argies waiting to soften the blow.

Venice:

The city of narrow cobblestoned streets, graceful palazzi, sleek gondolas and, of course, Casanova is a time-honored setting for amore. And the Venetian island of Giudecca has always had extra-special appeal for lovers, given its panoramic vistas of the lagoon, including the Doge’ s Palace and Piazza San Marco. Accommodation is plentiful with Venice apartments, high-end hotels boutique hotspots. An old dude singing Italian songs, with your partner in a gondola, you’re all good.

Cape Town:

Cape Town, the Mother City at the tip of the great African Continent, is fast becoming a hotspot for proposals. If you want luxurious accommodation, awe-inspiring scenery, a world of fun and exciting activities, beautiful beaches, magnificent wildlife and the best shopping, eating, and nightlife venues then you can’t beat Cape Town. Table mountain, on Valentines Day – guaranteed success!

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5 Best Places to Shop in Bangkok

Johnny — Sun, 19 Feb 2012 05:15:40 +0000

Sorry about this article gentlemen, it could cause a few very comfortable days getting dragged around Bangkok by your enthusiastic better halves (queue sexist furore).

Bangkok is a huge international city, but it’s still much cheaper than our home countries so people often try to take advantage of that and get some serious shopping done. Rather than getting dragged from one indian tailor to another by a taxi driver on commission, take my advice and hit up these 5 shopping hotspots:

Chatuchak (weekend)Market:

JJ market is the biggest market in Thailand, with over 5000 stalls and more than 200,000 visitors on Saturdays and Sundays. You can pick up pretty much anything from JJ market from dubious football shirts to local handicrafts. I’d aim to get here before midday, when the real tourist rush kicks in. This place gets hot, crowded and manic - you won’t wanna be there then!

Also, if you get a little too excited and buy too much they have various on-site ways of getting your stuff all the way back home, whether it’s a freight forwarding company or simple Thai post – they have you covered!

How to get to Chatuchak Market:

A) Take the BTS (skytrain) to Mo Chit station and walk 5 minutes.

B) take the MRT (subway) to Kamphaengphet station or Suan Chatuchak (Chatuchak Park).

C) A taxi from the city centre would be about $5. From Khao San, it will cost around $8.

MBK:

The oldest and most famous mall in Thailand and a bit of an icon in Bangkok. MBK attracts more than 100,000 people every day to it’s 8 floors of consumer heaven! If you’re after iphones (new or second hand), cheap clothes or just to catch a movie then MBK is a great choice. Also, it’s still Thailand so if you have a soft spot for counterfeit goods, MBK is a good bet.

How to get to MBK:

Take the BTS to National Stadium, it’s right there.

Panthip Plaza:

A computer geek’s Disney world, Panthip takes care of all your technological needs. Counterfeit software is the reason for it’s fame and notoriety, with software like the $200 Rosetta stones going for $5, or Final Cut Pro for $3. DVD box sets and games are in abundance too.

Also, if you’re after a new charger, battery, lens etc for any of your flashpacker gear, this is your one stop shop for that.

How to get to Panthip Plaza:

Take the BTS to Siam, from there it’s a 10 minute walk.

Khao San Road:

I’ve written about the pitfalls of Khao San road before there’s one thing I’d never dispute, and that’s the sheer convenience of it.

For a backpacker, this is perfection. New rucksacks, flip flops, flags, bracelets, tattoos – whatever you can think of, Khao San has you covered. You could arrive in Bangkok with an empty backpack, and within one hour and $200 you’d be stocked for your entire trip! So love it or hate it, Khao San serves a purpose and it’s here to stay.

How to get to Khao San Road:

No trains go there, local buses are tough to negotiate with no Thai. Taxi is your strongest option my friends. From downtown Bangkok, expect to pay $3-$5.

Sukhumvit Night Market:

Bangkok’s main street, which runs right through the city centre, is busy at the best of times – but try walking down it at night time. The streets are lined with vendors, selling everything from Viagra to cuddly toys, probably even at the same stall. You can easily burn a few hours wandering down this eclectic mix.

If you’re not staying on Khao San road, then this market is most likely right on your doorstep. With so many street stalls selling cheap Thai food and local beer, you can really make a night of it.

How to get to Sukhumvit:

It’s right bang in the city centre, the market kicks off around Nana BTS so take the skytrain to there.

5 Best Places to Shop in Bangkok is a post from: onestep4ward.com

Bangkok Day Trips – Wakeboarding in Bangkok

Johnny — Sat, 18 Feb 2012 07:31:31 +0000

Bangkok gets hammered time and time again by travelers as they pass through. I’m constantly having to defend it, after writing about awesome day trips from Bangkok to Ayutthaya, Koh Laan, Kanchanaburi I thought I’d add my personal favourote – wakeboarding in Bangkok.

Lake Taco, about 45 minutes from the city centre, offers some awesome wakeboarding opportunites for novices or experts. There are no boats here, they use the cable system which runs a circuit around the lake so you can climb on and off quickly, it’s a great way to learn because when you crash (often) you can get right back up and try again.

NOTE: I want to lie, but this is not me!

Let me give you some info:

How much does it cost to go wakeboarding in Bangkok?

300 baht ($10) for 2 hours or 500 baht ($17) for the whole day. The park normally opens at midday and stays open until around 6pm.

Do I need to rent equipment?

No! They offer free wakeboards, knee boards, life jackets and helmets. If you want high end equipment you can bring your own or rent them from the shop for around $5 per day.

How do I get to the wakeboarding park?

Ok, get a pen ready, this may sound complicated!

From Bangkok you can get the BTS (subway) to Udom Suk station. From here you have two options:

a) Take bus number 132 to Bang Thee and ask the conductor to tell you when to stop (show them the thai writing below). 9 baht ($0.30).

b) Take a taxi to soi Wat Luang Porto (about 100 baht/$3). From here there’s big signs to the lake. Show the taxi driver the following picture:

Put this in your smart phone or take a picture of it on your camera

NOTE: You can always call them on 023167810 and ask the taxi/bus driver to speak to the people at the wakeboarding place.

I’ve never wakeboarded before, is that ok?

Absolutely, I had never done it before either – it’s a great place to start. The Thai’s are so friendly and helpful you’ll probably end up eith a free, impromptu tutor session – that often happens to me.

You can kneeboard before you wakeboard

What about food and drinks? Lunch?

There’s a local food stall there, serving delicious Thai food for around 40 baht ($1.30) and beers for 50 baht ($1.80). Just leave the beers until after the wakeboarding!

Thailand is such a great place to backpacker, work or travel. With so many cheap flights to Bangkok, it’s a perfect time to visit. But I ask you one thing, don’t knock Bangkok until a local has shown you around. There’s a lot more to it than Khao San road and Nana Plaza. Happy travels!

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Where to Ski in 2012

Johnny — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 05:59:58 +0000

With more than 200 resorts to choose from in Japan, France and the US and hundreds more in Germany and Austria to boot, skiers are spoilt for choice. (http://www.onthesnow.com/regions.html)

Whether you’re planning group ski holidays or a solo snow adventure in 2012, doing your research online should ensure you get the best ski deal on the perfect powder.

If it’s that alpine European ambience you’re after, winter is the cheapest time to fly to Europe so choose the right resort for you and you’ve bagged yourself a smart bargain.

Alternatively, if you want to travel further afield for quality powder, breathtaking scenery and sparkling après ski, then agents like Crystal Ski can offer highly recommended resorts in Japan, Russia, USA and Canada; they might be what you’re looking for.

Best for Beauty

Cortina

Cortina d’Ampezzo is one of Italy’s lesser known gems – that, despite featuring in several James Bond movies. Located in the epic Ampezzo Valley just 3 hours from Venice, Cortina is nestled at 40,000 feet with a 360 degree panoramic view. Luxurious hotels for the super-stylish are interspersed with mountainside pitstops or “rifugi” which are perfect for a hot chocolate fix, as well as high-end clothes stores if you like shopping at altitude.

Best for celeb-spotting

Gstaad

This notoriously pricy and exclusive resort is where actresses Julie Andrews and Elizabeth Taylor call home and has previously hosted Prince Rainier and Grace Kelly of Monaco, actor Roger Moore and director Roman Polanski. Needless to say this is a world class resort. And it’s massive. Visitors are free to sample the whole of the “Super Ski Region,” which encompasses 250km of trails.

Best for nightlife

Chamonix

Chamonix is not for the faint-hearted. The slopes are groomed but largely unmanicured – a bit like the bars and clubs. Expect live music, happy hours and early bird food deals aplenty. Many venues stay open until 4am so you can limber up those stiff limbs on the dance floor.

Best for the pros

Jackson Hole

This resort is for the cowboys. Jackson Hole Mountain offers mostly advanced terrain and boasts the longest, steepest vertical slope in the US. Ride the aerial tram for the 12 minute ride to the top of Rendezvous Mountain and explore unmarked trails, if you’ve got the skills.

Best for families

Whistler-Blackcomb

A couple of hours north of Vancouver, Whistler-Blackcomb has one of the best kids ski/snowboard programs in the world. With a children’s adventure park leading through an enchanted forest, a ski-through castle and miniature fort on offer, we can see why.

Choose from out of town accommodation with a shuttle-bus service to the gondolas or ski-in, ski-out lodging. Plus, the resort is completely dog-friendly so Fido won’t get left behind.

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Where did all the travelers go?

Johnny — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 04:13:17 +0000

Being semi-based in Bangkok and often taking trips around South East Asia I’m well aware of the backpacking crowd in the region. the more trips I take around here, the more I feel inclined to stay in Bangkok and forget about traveling in SE Asia, just live my life until it’s time for my next real trip, and leave SE Asia to the new crowd.

Is this really traveling?

I don’t know how it’s developed but a trip through Thailand, Laos, Cambodia and Vietnam used to be about seeing Asia, experiencing new cultures, learning new languages, having life-changing experiences but something’s gone very wrong along the way.

Speaking to so many people passing through Bangkok, and witnessing what goes on, I’d go as far to say that a standard trip through these 4 hotspots often doesn’t constitute traveling anymore, it some sort of middle-class rite of passage for twenty-somethings and recent graduates. It’s often a glorified boozey holiday for most, and it pains me to admit it. Just in the same way that Brits would flood to Ibiza to get drunk and get laid with other Brits, Aussies to Bali and Americans to Tijuana – now the world has got smaller, flights have got cheaper and the whole lot congregate in South East Asia.

Just to highlight the issue, someone I knew (I’ll mention no names) recently came to Thailand. Did they read up on Buddhism? Perhaps try to understand the longest reigning monarch in the world? Nope, they wrote back to Ireland saying “It’s f*cking brilliant out here, but I have to watch out for all these f*cking chinks (derogatory term for Chinese, but he was actually referring to Thai people)” Marvellous.

Now I wish this was an isolated incident but having just come from Vang Vieng, it’s just more of the same. Ditto for Khao San road, Pattaya, Koh Phangan, Koh Phi Phi (where I see they actually have a booze cruise now, sailing around the beautiful Maya Bay and for 600 baht it’s ‘all-you-can-drink’). Checking out people’s photos from their ‘travels’ in the region will tell the same story, drunken night, hungover day full of family guy and friends reruns, back on the sauce again the next night.

I’m a huge advocate of travel, it should expand our minds, teach us about religion, increase our patience, help us understand how fortunate we have been in our lives. Using the strength of our relative foreign currencies so we can afford more booze does none of that, and it pains me to think that’s what ‘travelling’ is coming to represent.

Of course there’s time to cut loose on the road, partying is part and parcel of life in most countries so traveling shouldn’t exclude that facet of culture, in fact it should embrace it, but when it becomes the main activity we partake in, we know something is amiss.

Now I’m aware some people are going to accuse me of getting on my high horse, acting superior or sanctimonious and if that’s the case, so be it, I’ll take it on the chin. Equally, I’m aware that there are people who come to the region for something other than fire dancers and buckets of cocktails, but the article above refers to a worrying, growing contingent. So next time someone tells me they ‘traveled’ in South East Asia, I’ll ask them “did you travel there, or did you go on another lads holiday?”. Safe travels :S

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A guided tour of America’s Deep South

Johnny — Wed, 15 Feb 2012 03:56:23 +0000

Guided tours are becoming an increasingly popular holiday option, enabling thousands of Brits a year to explore the USA with all of their travel plans, visits and accommodation taken care of. There is no more iconic a destination than the Deep South, where a tour typically includes all the key locations in a couple of weeks, from plantations and mansions to mountains and parks. The Deep South is the land of extravagance, wealth and traditional old-time charm, with many areas looking almost as they did in the 1920s and 30s. Here are the highlights on a tour of Georgia and the Carolinas:

Atlanta is most famous for its association with Gone with the Wind. Parts of the film were set there, and the premier attracted over a million visitors to the cityís streets in 1939. Take a Victorian tea or plantation dinner to immerse yourself in the Southern style and elegance that made the film so iconic. Margaret Mitchell, writer of the novel on which the movie was based, is commemorated in the city museum. Atlanta also has a proud civil rights history, and one of its top attractions in the Martin Luther King memorial.

Martin Luther King Memorial

Stone Mountain Park is a fantastic day out, a theme-park-come-adventure-playground set within 3,200 acres of park land and surrounded by mountains. A panoramic cable car, scenic railroad and treetop ëSky Hikeí are just some of the attractions, along with a collection of historic buildings and a museum documenting the history of Stone Mountain.

Stone Mountain Georgia

Savannah, Georgia was established in 1733 and has a wonderfully preserved historic district that is internationally renowned for the examples of old homes and classic architecture found there. Plantations and forts lie on the outskirts of the town and the whole area is full of classic examples of Deep South charm and prosperity.

Savannah, Georgia

Charleston, South Carolina is the only city to outdo the beauty of Savannah, and its historic district is widely thought to be the best looking urban area in the USA. It is characterised by charming mansions with extensive landscaped gardens, picturesque tree lined streets and classic restaurants. Many houses are open to visitors ad its worth taking a peek at the extravagant decor and 20s interiors.

Charleston, South Carolina

Old Salem, North Carolina is a lovingly restored Moravian Village founded in 1766. Now a living museum, historic life has been recreated as it was between 1766 and 1840. Costumed staff demonstrate traditional crafts and tell the stories of the town within the original structures and gardens, which include churches, wooden houses, communal buildings and shops.

Old Salem, North Carolina

Asheville is something of an artistís town, and the boutique shops showcase the work of local talents. Its most popular attraction is the grand Biltmore Estate, built over 100 years ago by George Vanderbilt. The mansion has an incredible 250 room making it the largest private home in America. With its own winery and extensive gardens, the estate is the epitome of Deep South wealth and class.

Sophie McGovern

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Tuesday’s Travel Rant: Grading your language

Johnny — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 03:02:16 +0000

I’m Irish and my first language is English, I studied French throughout high school and most of university but it’s pretty weak. I’ve lived in Thailand on and off during my travels and my Thai is ok, but not fluent at all. I appreciate, more than anyone, the ability to speak more than one language. This, my friends, is a sentiment seemingly exclusive to me. Get your act together you morons.

You’re in another country. Let’s say Thailand, because it’s so close to my heart. You speak zero thai, fair enough, you’ve never studied it BUT you are in Thailand. You want to order a beer, or a burger, or buy a movie ticket whatever. I assume you’re going to speak in English in hope that the person serving you will understand.

Now this is already quite an arrogant assumption but I’m being friendly so we’ll let that slide. A step too far however, is this:

“Hey bro, I’ll just grab a couple of cold ones please mate oh and maybe throw a burger my way too. Make it a big ‘un.”

Cue levels of confusion beyond belief. The confusion, ironically, though will not be from the Thai staff member (or the nationality of the country you happen to be in) it will be from the dude ordering whatever it is he’s ordering not being able to comprehend why the server couldn’t understand his order. Arrrrrrrrrrrrrgh.

Mistake number 1: You assume they speak English, even though we’re in THEIR country. Ok ok ok, English is the global language so lets swiftly move onto the crux of my rant…

Mistake number 2: Yes he/she may speak a bit of English, they may even speak pretty good English BUT what they won’t be able to do is understand your stupid accent, your stupid colloquial slang or the ridiculous speed you seem to be speaking at.

So listen up… here’s a step by step guide how to not be an idiot when you’re communicating in English overseas…

1) Speak slowly. That means slowly. One more time – slowly.

2) Grade your language. Don’t be overly verbose, keep your tenses simple where possible and use nouns, adjectives and verbs that people would learn early on in their language learning.

3) If people aren’t understanding, try to rephrase what your saying. DON’T JUST REPEAT IT TIME AND TIME AGAIN, WITH ADDED VOLUME. THAT’S NOT GONNA WORK.

4) Never ever ever resort to bullsh*t pigeon English. This is expediting the death of the English language. Example:

THE WRONG WAY: “Any clue what time the bus might be popping by?”

THE RIGHT WAY: “What time does the bus come?”

THE HORRIBLE, SEX TOURIST WRONG WAY: “What time bus come?”… what are you? An idiot? Clearly.

It’s not rocket science. Show a little compassion, a little more patience and watch how much faster the world goes round. Rant over.

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