eclenikon said:
Hey,
Do they ask you to show your riding license to rent the bikes? How's the traffic there? Cos, i dont have a license but noe how to ride.
What lens would you recommend bringing? Are the people generally friendly, would they mind if you come up to take a snapshot? Or do you have to be like a sniper to get shots?
Thanks.
Hiya Eclenikon,
Well the traffic there is quite fast moving :sweat: but they do have a scooter / cyclist / motorcyclist shoulder. Cars are not allowed within this line, so its kinda safe. Furthermore they don't have a minimum speed limit so just go at comfortable pace. We were riding at 50 kph. :sweatsm:
For the rental part, they only require that you deposit your passport with them, but they will give you a receipt that acts as a temp ID. However hehe it is erhm actually erhm illegal :nono: and in the unfortunate event that one is caught, the fine is 300b !! But thankfully chances of getting caught quite slim because there are alot of bikes !! Oh yes helmet is now a MUST.
Mmmmh lenses, hahaha, better not give advice as I'm not sure too. But generally its alot of landscape, so something wide? And candid, so a 135mm upz will be good.
As for the locals, it depends. The close portrait shots was mainly of people that I got to know over the days, talked to them, bought things from them etc.. They are damn friendly to tourist, regardless of race or language :thumbsup:
However, most of the candids were sniper shot. The 'victims' saw me..... but haha guess they are used to it, but in all cases I waved and smiled.
Hope you have FUN and happy snapping !!