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Oh, tooth ache sucks.
We had to pay the USD35 instead of 30. First we gave the officer USD60, he just looked at us and rubbed his fingers, totally self-satisfied with his cheapo gangsta impersonation. We asked 'what?', he just said 'money'. We protested in vain. Of course he put it all on his pocket.
Then the 'doctor' called us to a screening room, I asked what was it about, he said 'check', I said no thanks, I don't need it, and walked away. He didn't even try very hard.
It was easy to keep an eye on the bike and take turns, but that's because it was totally empty.
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We were going to cross in Ha Tien as well, but according to our initial plan we should be reaching Siem Reap soon. Unfortunately I have a bad tooth and we have to stay for a couple more days in Can Tho. This means we will have to choose the shortest route from Vietnam to Siem Reap and (unfortunately) we won’t be able to ride through Cardamom Mountains. We’ll probably cross in Vinh Xuong.
This guy who’s Instagram you’ve linked - what a legend. I wish I have the strength, health and motivation to do what he does when I’m his age. I’m very excited about Cambodia even though I realize crossing the boarder might be unpleasant.
How was your crossing? You’ve said it was quick so I’m guessing you’ve paid the extra for the Visa and medical examination on top of that. Wasn’t you worried about leaving the bike + bags out of sight?