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Apr 8, 2009

Bangkok, Thailand

And now, the end is near… Final blog - Cambodia by Baz Unfortunately our requests for a rich benefactor to fund our continued travel have fallen on deaf ears.Surprising, as we have become minor global celebrities as a result of our exciting adventures and entertaining blogs and photos.Not quite as big as Madonna but certainly on a par …

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Barry Rooney
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Bangkok, Thailand

The Spanish language classes are done, the endless hours of internet research is finished, the backpacks are packed and vaccinations taken. We've heard just about every backpacking horror story and still havn't been put off. In June 2008 the talking stops and Seonaid and Baz head off - first stop Peru.

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Apr 8, 2009

Bangkok, Thailand

And now, the end is near… Final blog - Cambodia by Baz Unfortunately our requests for a rich benefactor to fund our continued travel have fallen on deaf ears.Surprising, as we have become m…

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Apr 5, 2009

Hoi An, Vietnam

Cambodia

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Apr 5, 2009

Saigon (Ho Chi Minh), Vietnam

Southern Vietnam

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Mar 24, 2009

Hoi An, Vietnam

Heading South in Vietnam by Baz Our St Patricks day didn't turn out quite as dull as expected. We enjoyed a couple of beers in our Hotel as we waited for our overnight bus. Then the hotel o…

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Mar 17, 2009

Ninh Binh, Vietnam

Happy St Patricks Day from Vietnam Happy St Patricks Day to one and all. Unfortunately we will not be celebrating St Patricks day in the traditional way - pints in Maddens followed by a party …

Cormac B If we hadn't have moved when we did I would have slapped someone for not saying hello to me, and then I would have been branded the social outcast… now that's irony You probably don't check this anymore but I just chanced upon it via some tube's facebook. Dont agree the above is irony. You would have been correctly branded. Otherwise enjoyed your blog. Tram fare dodging in foreign countries is bad for the karma so good for you "owning up". Had no idea you went on big travels, all looks great, hope you enjoyed it all and are well. Cheers. Cormac from Dublin.

Aug 15, 2010 re: Melbourne, Victoria

Noreen Barry & Seonaid, I've just read your last blog and as usual it was excellent. You have described the sights, sounds, smells and atmosphere of all the places you have been so well that it really brought them to life. It has brightened my day on many occasions. Look forward to seeing you soon. Safe home. Love Noreen

Apr 8, 2009 on the message board

Noreen Hi Barry & Seonaid, heard that you'll be home soon, the time has gone by so quickly. I look forward to seeing you but I'll miss the blog too. Hope Dermot has a big roast dinner ready for you on Sunday and some easter eggs!! See you soon, Noreen.

Apr 7, 2009 on the message board

Kathleen Hi Barry & Seonaid, Belated happy St. Patrick's Day. Sorry I missed your call as I was away celebrating in the Free State, in Bundoran to be exact. Miss you and don't worry too much about attitute there which is essentially a throw back from the Vietnam war I suppose all westerners are mistakenly blamed for America's faults as usual. Enjoy the view and come home safe in the knowledge we live in the best country in the world. Happy Days.

Mar 18, 2009 on the message board

maggie HAPPY ST. PADDYS DAY BARRY AND SEONAID!! I,ve just read noreens message and i'll not be at the family party today unfortunatly, not because i'm ante irish, like her, but quite the opposite! Because of her boycotting st. pats day these past few years i had made alternate arrangements and will be spending it in my adopted holywood supper at a friends and fiddley dee at dirty duck! Looking forward to it but will miss the family craic! I've always wanted to go to vietnam but i hear your not totally impressed? Look forward to hearing all in april. Find somewhere to drown your shamrock cause i bet if you look hard enough you'll find some (just grab a peice of grass or any greenary and wrap it in a little peice of tinfoil sure the nams will never know)! love maggie xx

Mar 17, 2009 on the message board

Noreen Hi Barry & Seonaid Enjoyed the last blog, Mal said he'll give you a few lessons in blagging your way into concerts when you get home. Happy St Patricks day for tomorrow. I have decided to celebrate it this year, as the last few years I sort of boycotted it due to not feeing very "irish" anymore but I decided to host a small party at my house this year, maybe not as mad as the ones we used to have but you never know!! I still dont feel very Irish but I will drink Bailey's and Irish whiskey to see if it will help. So we will all be thinking about you both and hope that you will be able to drown your shamrock wherever you are! love Noreen.

Mar 16, 2009 on the message board

maggie hi folks, finally got my computer up and running again! I sent you a mobile text on your birthday Barry on the off chance you might receive it cause i had no internet access. Cant wait to taste your thai cooking!! Joe does a great thai chicken curry. I think you were wise not to enter the murky world of Mal espiecally in Thailand!!! Miss ya loads cant wait till april. maggie xx

Mar 3, 2009 on the message board

Noreen Kearney A belated happy birthday Barry from all of us. Hope you had a good one, I had a wee toast to you on Tuesday (any excuse!) Hope you're enjoying Thailand its still freezing here. Love Noreen

Feb 12, 2009 on the message board

Kathleen Hughes Hi Barry, HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU! I'm sure you are having a lovely time in Indonesia. Looking forward to seeing you both in April. Have fun. love from Kathleen.

Feb 11, 2009 on the message board

maria dickey Happy Birthday Barry hope you celebrated in style. Luv Maria

Feb 11, 2009 on the message board

Roisin Well Barry just thought I'd drop you a line to wish you Happy Birthday..... Catching up with me! Delighted to talk to you on the web cam pity you couldnt get back on when the party was in full swing. At least you'll be here for my 40th in June Im sure my mother, brother and sisters have a massive surprise planned for me since I am the YOUNGEST can't wait! You probably know all about it. Anyway enjoy the rest of your travels take care and lots of love. Aunt Roisin xxx

Feb 10, 2009 on the message board

Patricia Rooney barry just finished the treasure hunt with the kids they really enjoyed it one hiding place [ which i came up with the clue for ] in the place where food is prepared and another word for knickers the answer was the drawer in the kitchen! eoin has just arrived he is hungover as usual the sisters are quiet at the moment but about to explode! dermot has stuffed his face and has hidden margarets carmel squares and the free state chocolate. wehave threatened him with drinking his belvedere vodka great to see you on webcam you looked wreaked. Hope to hear from you soon. You and Seonaid enjoy your last few months of touring and I look forward to seeing you home again. Love Trish

Jan 31, 2009 on the message board

MAGGIE HEY BAZ YOU'RE GETTING VERY PHILOSOPHICAL! "GAZING AT STARS.... LIVING FOR TODAY... NOT LOOKING TO FUTURE OR BACK AT PAST" YOU COULD BECOME WORLD AMBASSADOR FOR NEW IRELAND! MAYBE YOU SHOULD ARRANGE A FREE TRIP FOR ALL US UNDERPRIVILAGED TO GO SNORKLING AND ALMOST BE KILLED BY SHARKS THEN WE WOULD APPRECIATE LIFE! LOVE YA. SO JEALOUS, YOU SEEM TO BE HAVING A BALL! KEEP THE BLOGS COMING. MAGGIE XX (NO NEED TO STATE 'YOUR FAV AUNT'. I KNOW I AM)!!! XXX

Jan 29, 2009 on the message board

Geraldine Hey guys just read your blog on QLD......i can relate to everything you have said as I experienced it when I travelled the East Coast 6 years ago. It was absolutely amazing!!!! I just loved it......although found it unsteady when back on land. Enjoy the rest of your time in Aus and have fun in Bali. XX

Jan 24, 2009 on the message board

abi hey guys... so happy you left me your emails etc....was really gutted i didnt get to say goodbye....the prison cell truely isnt the same without you guys...honestly- you both brightened my week!! Tahnkyou so much!!!! Did the flight go ok??? i did a sun dance for you and it seemed to work hehe!! Lots of love.Abi Awwwww yeah... searched for you both on facebook but couldnt find barry xxxx

Jan 24, 2009 on the message board

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