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I write about travel at Nomadic Notes, and transport and urban development at Future Southeast Asia. I also curate travel reads at a weekly travel newsletter.

James Clark’s Journalist Portfolio

What Would Southeast Asia Look Like if Every Proposed Railway Was Built?

What Would Southeast Asia Look Like if Every Proposed Railway Was Built?

There's been plenty of proposed new railways in Southeast Asia over the years, but few have come to fruition.…

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Taking the train in Vietnam ⁠- everything you need to know

Taking the train in Vietnam ⁠- everything you need to know

Traveling by train is the best way to experience overland travel in Vietnam. The most popular destinations ca…

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Future Southeast Asia News [5 Aug 2026]

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Future Southeast Asia News [29 Jul 2026]

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Manila to Cebu by train, bus, and plane

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By James Clark
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I visited the Philippines in April 2026, and my main purpose was to ride the remnants of the South Main Line railway from Manila to Legazpi. Rather than backtracking to Manila, I got a flight to Cebu. These are my notes and observations on the various transport modes I took on this trip. Manila International Airport (Ninoy Aquino International Airport) has the worst reputation for airports in Southeast Asia, so I was curious to see if it has improved since it was privatised in 2024.
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