hazel walker I loved laos! It was the best country I visited and such a relief after the crazy time I spent in thailand but I must say that calm didn't last when I took the public bus into vietnam! The food is great too and baguette,what a treat! The scenery is spectacular, I felt at ease there, I hired a moped I ventured into the mountains and also took it across the river to the island? Is that right? Anyway it is just perfect. Yummy condensed coffee too! Enjoy x

Sarah Scott It is hard to believe that this happened only 30 years ago and I like your point that it is still a 'live war crime site.' It's so shocking and brutal. Visiting the park, discussing it and writing about it keeps it alive in the memory as it should be, if only to remind us that these events happened to a nation of people - and should never happen again. Horrific.

Craig Godders Tolerating each other i hope?!!! Sounds gr88888 like Frosties

Lisa Sharpe Beautifully written Mark - but we have spoken about the repetitive thing and you know you love it really! Absolutely fab to have been able to spend time with you both on this magical island.