Comments for Nomadic Notes

Comment on Notes on Vinh by Sean Laurence

Sean Laurence — Wed, 11 Nov 2026 09:23:45 +0000

It was nice to read your notes about Vinh, James. I’m from the US and I’ve been living in Vinh since 2011. Thank you for adding a link to my guide. Cheers!

Comment on Sky 22 – A rooftop cafe on the most famous roof in Saigon by Petra Maxwell

Petra Maxwell — Sat, 07 Nov 2026 00:43:26 +0000

In reply to Graham James Hughes. I also visited this amazing historic site, just last week. With a small fee to the building security guard, I was able to access the rooftop. It’s in complete disrepair, almost untouched since the ‘70s. The long ladder from the iconic photo is long since gone, but the small metal stairs to the doorway are still there as can be seen in the original photo. There’s no way to access the very top of the elevator shaft structure, but just standing below it was an amazing and sobering experience.

Comment on Nimman Chiang Mai: the world’s first digital nomad neighbourhood by Gavin Fairweather

Gavin Fairweather — Fri, 06 Nov 2026 18:46:41 +0000

The explanation of how the small grid of numbered side streets made cafes, coworking spaces, and compact hotels cluster together gives useful context beyond calling Nimman trendy. I also appreciate that the guide balances its coworking history with practical drawbacks such as aircraft noise, long pedestrian waits at the main intersection, and the serious effects of burning season on residents.

Comment on Riding the remnants of the Philippines South Main Line by Alex Rivera

Alex Rivera — Tue, 27 Oct 2026 12:30:31 +0000

Fascinating perspective on Riding the remnants of the Philippines South Main Line. The shift taking place in this space is moving faster than many expected, and your breakdown captures that transition nicely. Great read!

Comment on Da Nang to Hoi An by public bus (Bus 02) by Jennifer Parker

Jennifer Parker — Tue, 27 Oct 2026 12:10:13 +0000

The note about transferring to Bus 6 at DH Viet Han is useful for airport-bound travellers. A little more detail on that interchange would make the route easier to plan with luggage: do the two buses use nearby boarding points, and is there a sign showing which Bus 6 goes toward the airport? The distinction matters when the same station serves buses heading in different directions.

Comment on Da Nang to Hoi An by public bus (Bus 02) by John Smith

John Smith — Tue, 20 Oct 2026 22:55:15 +0000

Really practical guide. Using the Pink Church as the landmark stop makes a lot of sense when the bus stops have no timetables. At 40,000 VND it’s a great alternative to a Grab. Is the last bus back from Hoi An early enough that people should plan for a taxi in the evening?

Comment on Vientiane Khamsavath Railway Station Guide by Tina

Tina — Sun, 18 Oct 2026 04:44:59 +0000

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Comment on How to get from Singapore to Kuala Lumpur by train by Priya Raman

Priya Raman — Wed, 07 Oct 2026 07:48:46 +0000

Useful to know the ETS now runs all the way to Johor Bahru since December 2025, so it is just two trains but two separate bookings. I remember when it was one train from Tanjong Pagar, the rail corridor park is a nice way it lives on.

Comment on Notes on Surabaya – In the midst of an old town renaissance by Brian Bailey

Brian Bailey — Sun, 04 Oct 2026 00:51:30 +0000

Glad I found your article as I just arrived in Surabaya for a day. Just an FYI – I am staying at the Choice City hotel which is located on the roof of the BG Junction mall – a great location. I walked from Gubeng station in about 30 minutes (I recommend taking a Grab – the streets around the station can bamboozle you for awhile – but if you are like me and don’t mind an adventure – go for it – I met a ton of super friendly locals along the way). I am perfectly situated for a shopping stock up after being in rural Bali for a few weeks. Also I am within walking disatnce of all the places you mentioned which I am going to check out this morning. I really appreciate guides like this and a shout out to all travel bloggers! I have written some of my adventures in Substack…https://brianb.substack.com/ Thanks again and I have added you to my reading list. I am also a long-time slow traveller, loving life and this amazing planet.

Comment on How to travel Flores (Indonesia) in 1 week by Ari hendra lukmana

Ari hendra lukmana — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 09:13:55 +0000

Thanks for sharing