Julien’s travelogue

Grande roue in the Tuileries Garden uploaded on 22 February 2008

When I was working in Paris, I used to go to le Louvre palace very often in order to spend some time reading in the Tuileries garden (my flat was approximately 10 minutes walk, so I couldn't pass this simple pleasure). I don't know whether or not the Grande Roue is there all year long, but during the summer and at dawn, you cannot miss it!

Bus to Big Ben uploaded on 10 February 2008

Two of the most emblematic symbols of London, Big Ben and a double-decker bus. Got very lucky on this shot!

Relaxing feet uploaded on 9 February 2008

The journey from Batambang to Siem Reap take from 3 to 8 hours depending on the season! Better find a way to relax your feet...

The room with balcony uploaded on 9 February 2008

There is no point staying in this guesthouse if you don't have the balcony room. This one is a real bargain since it's one of the most centrally located area, close to pretty much everything, but in a very quiet street.

View from the balcony uploaded on 9 February 2008

If you're lucky enough to book the room with balcony, you'll be rewarded with this nice view! Seriously wicked, isn't it?

The villa uploaded on 9 February 2008

If you walk through the lovely and green Sisavangvong Road, you cannot miss it!

Before sunrise uploaded on 6 February 2008

Suburb of Vang Viang uploaded on 6 February 2008

Tubing in Vang Viang uploaded on 6 February 2008

Tubing in Vang Viang is one of the most popular activities for backpackers in Laos. The rules are simple. Sit and relax on your tube, stop at every pitstop (to get your Beer Lao, a shot of strong Lao Lao and a free jump in the river from the handmade wooden installations) and go as slowly as possible. The 4km ride down the river might take you the day. Be careful though, when the current is stronger during the rainy season, the river can be deadly, especially at night or if you are not sober.