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In this follow-up to Billy's first international best seller, an autobiography set largely in Thailand's infamous prison system, Billy sets out to explore his experience of childhood abuse that would lead to a life of drug addiction and near-constant incarceration. After Billy's sentence in Klong Prem prison was commuted as a result of his extraordinary success as a Muay Thai boxer, he returned to the UK. In this vividly told story, Liverpudlian Billy contrasts his first-hand experience of one of the cruellest prison systems in the world with his experience of UK prisons.

In this thrilling road trip from "Peking to Paris", a woman tries to save her car, her marriage, and her confidence from breaking down. In May 2007, leaving China’s Great Wall is Car 84, one of 128 antique autos racing in the Peking to Paris Motor Challenge. It’s guided by one Dina Bennett, the world’s least likely navigator: a daydreamer prone to carsickness, riddled with self-doubt, and married to a thrill-seeking perfectionist who is half-human, half-racecar. What could possibly go wrong?

50 Things to Know About Travelling to India, by Manidipa Bhattacharyya, offers an approach to prepare yourself for a trip to India.

Declan Walsh is one of the New York Times's most distinguished international correspondents. His electrifying portrait of Pakistan over a tumultuous decade captures the sweep of this strange, wondrous, and benighted country through the dramatic lives of nine fascinating individuals. On assignment as the country careened between crises, Walsh traveled from the raucous port of Karachi to the salons of Lahore, and from Baluchistan to the mountains of Waziristan. He met a diverse cast of extraordinary Pakistanis....

Stephen Huyler's journey into India began on his twentieth birthday, pedalling a bicycle rickshaw from the border. Over fifty-two years, for an average of four months a year, he has explored India's diverse village and other subcultures through his writing and photography, becoming a leading documentarian of India. Transformed by India invites listeners to join Huyler as he navigates this remarkable nation, highlighting individuals from the wide spectrum of life all around the country.

Essays, observations and stories about Pattaya and Thailand - humorous, satiric, observational.

Retired Way Out There: My Evolving Life on Koh Lanta Thailand is the story about how I came to retire on Koh Lanta, a small island in southern Thailand. The book covers my discovery of Koh Lanta two decades ago, and how I made the decision that I wanted to retire there. It includes my many trips to Koh Lanta and my transition from a tourist to a local expat. It discusses getting a home on the island, life during the pandemic restrictions, and the discovery of so much more that changed the direction of my life. I

Do you want to travel abroad with your children? Are you interested in a family gap year? Maybe you even want to explore overseas living? Are you dreaming of #VanLife and drafting up your bucket list? Does extended travel with kids sound exciting and terrifying? Your fantasies about traveling or moving overseas won’t match the reality of day-to-day life in a foreign country, but it will prove to be the experience of a lifetime...if you're prepared.

Back in August 2006 I visited Goa, India. A trip that affected my outlook on life, views on my country, and my attitude towards others of all backgrounds. In 2015, I finally decided to put down in writing all the experiences encountered on my journey, not least my admiration for India, it's people, and it's culture.

Whether contemplating Tokyo’s odd-shaped bonsai houses, pachinko parlors, chopstick ballet, or the perilous habit of running for trains, the short, personal writings in Beauty and Chaos explore Tokyo from the inside to reveal the city’s deeper meanings and daily pleasures. Part travelogue, part comparative culture, and packed with insights, these sharply observed vignettes tap into the daily mysteries of Tokyo life to reveal what’s beneath the gleaming, puzzling exterior of the biggest city in the world.

Thailand, the land of smiles and golden dreams, is languishing, and Pattaya, its biggest fun city, is succumbing to a thousand ills. Pattaya Pains is about living in Pattaya over the long term. Even though the collection of essays, stories, and observations herein would relish the golden dream of painting Pattaya as a romantic hotspot where Thais and foreigners bond, it can’t do so - not only because East is East and West is West, but also because Thais just don’t see foreigners in a good light.

This book is a comprehensive guide to the country's fascinating past, from the first nomadic tribes to the modern era. With meticulous research and expert analysis, this book sheds light on the little-known aspects of Mongolian history, including the role of women, the influence of religion and shamanism, and the impact of Mongolian culture on the world. You'll learn about the country's epic battles, its political intrigue, and its vibrant cultural traditions.

Bart Schaneman spent five years living and working in South Korea, mostly as an editor for English newspapers. He also taught English for a spell. This Expat Life is a collection of essays on uprooting your life to travel the world, what it means to be ambitious, and finally discovering the right place to settle down. Peppered throughout are Bart's personal reflections on teaching and living as a foreigner in a foreign land.

The purpose of sharing these experiences is to inspire anyone, especially those who still believe that they are not capable of making their dreams come true, to accomplish goals regardless of their difficulty through positive attitude, dedication, and indefatigable commitment, and thus, achieving personal growth by helping others to improve their lives. There are many talented people around the world who just need motivating words and somebody who leads and supports them during those unavoidable tough moments that everyone will have to face sooner or later.

A young Japanese woman was running through Tokyo station screaming “Save me! Save me!” There was a Japanese man chasing her and closing in. He grabbed her wrist and caught her, about 10 feet in front of me. The woman was still yelling “Save me! Save me!”, but the Japanese people in the crowded station ignored her, not wanting to get involved. This is the beginning of just one of the stories from my experience living in Japan in the 1980s, where I had moved right after graduating university.

Always On the Way: Travel Stories of a Semi-Young Black Woman's Life Overseas While Trying to Maintain Her Sanity recounts the trials and triumphs of a youngish Texan living, working, and traveling in the far East. In 2014, Stacy Thomas decided to fulfill one of her childhood dreams by moving to South Korea. In this book, she related the challenges she encountered while teaching English as a second language to Korean school children in grades one-six, during which she felt a kind of rage that was similar to that of the Incredible Hulk on a daily basis.

What's the dance club of the moment, the best place for a drink, the most romantic choice? You'll find all that information you need in this ultimate Singapore nightlife guide based on the recommendations of thousands of local night crawlers.

What's the dance club of the moment, the best place for a drink, the most romantic choice? You'll find all that information you need in this ultimate Bangkok nightlife guide based on the recommendations of thousands of local night crawlers.

What's the dance club of the moment, the best place for a drink, the most romantic choice? You'll find all that information you need in this ultimate Hong Kong nightlife guide based on the recommendations of thousands of local night crawlers.