Flynny Tom, what a bloody great experience you have had!! You may not have realised it but I was with you all the way! Now I shall leave you with some words of wisdom.... 'Life is just a series of peaks and troughs, and you don't whether you're in a trough until you're climbing out, or on a peak until you're coming down. And that's it, you know, you never know what's round the corner. But it's all good. "If you want the rainbow you've got to put up with the rain". Do you know which "philosopher" said that? Dolly Parton. And people say she's just a big pair of t***.' Much love J x

Michelle Took me a while, but I finally managed to finish reading your blog, Tom! Sounds like a fantastic holiday, I'm extremely envious. I definitely miss having epic trips like that, but I guess being a mum isn't so bad instead ;-) I hope you're enjoying being back in Dubai again with your girlfriend, and you're making the most of your time together again. Looking forward to the next blog!

Pranjal Pretty impressive trip & well written dude!

Dad I have also read them all ..... Can't believe you didn't go back to the football shirt shop in Bangkok to buy a football shirt for all 37 countries! Looking forward to playing in the Sandpit in October 2016 x

Suzanne Wow What anamazing life changing summer you have had. You have been to so many beautiful places and made some treasured memories. Thank you for sharing them. Glad to hear you are home safe and good luck with you next mission...5 years already !! Wowzers

Ben Dover Hi Tom, I think you and I got off on the wrong foot. I apologise for s***ting all over your previous blog, that was rude of me. All I ask is you take a read of my blog on the transition to slimline bins, I took a lot of influence from your writing style as I'd never seen anything quite like it. Anyway peace out buddy and I hope your travels were more fun than they came across in your blog. All the best, Mr. B Dover xxx https://bendoverbinblog.wordpress.com/2016/07/20/first-blog-post/

Gwen Sorry to know that this is your last blog, after a tremendous trip. Your blogs have made me feel as if I'm there with you. I've enjoyed every one of them. Give your girlfriend the biggest cuddle when you meet up. Wishing you all the best for your next term at school. You will do great things. Look forward to your next trip away. Take care of yourself and your girlfriend. Love Gwen. Xx

Lindsay Loved reading all about your adventures! Good luck with the new teaching post and have a fantastic time with Tara ❤ Keep us updated lots of love Lindsay xxx

Grandma Amazing holiday Tom and amazing Blogs and Pictures . I have truly enjoyed every bit of my journey round Asia ! And all the history ) I felt like I was on the trip with you ! Some of the places I have put on my bucket list !!! : ). ( You never know ) : ) glad your home safe . Looking forward to my next trip, Jordon !!! X

Alison Oh noooo I can't believe this is over! I have read every single word!! What am I going to read now?! Thanks for the interesting facts, funny stories and amazing pictures! Totally with you - if you don't go, you'll never know. Wishing you all the luck in the world with your new class, new role and new life with your lovely lady. Speak soon xx