Wow. Nearly a year since I’ve written anything travel-related. To be fair, there hasn’t been much travel since Costa Rica … Aside from a quick jaunt back to my hometown, and a weekend in Vegas – both of which I should probably share with you guys 🙂 It’s so easy to let it slip. To…
Category: Thailand
The Party in Phuket
Phuket truly does have something for everyone. In my Peaceful Phuket post, I touched on some of the more family-friendly, softer activities – which are all amazing and I wouldn’t suggest passing up any of them. But you should also know that there is a darker, wilder, raunchier side to Thailand’s largest island, and this…
My Travels: Hua Hin, Vacation Destination of the Locals
We had left Phuket full of excitement to see Chiang Mai – and we were not let down. The northern city gave us some of the greatest memories from our trip; however we are beginning to miss the crystal clear waters and white sand of the beaches. The slow, carefree pace of beach life. So…
Bangkok – Things to Do (Part II)
Because there are endless things to do and see in Bangkok, I figured it deserved another post. If you’ve traveled to this wondrous city, perhaps you’ve done some of these? And if you’re considering a trip, maybe one of these attractions will be the deciding factor! Chao Phraya Dinner Cruise A cruise along the Chao…
The Peaceful Phuket
Phuket is one of the top tourist destinations in Thailand, with the areas of Patong, Karon, and Kata being the most popular choices. This little island (Thailand’s largest) was hit hard by the 2004 tsunami, but since then the majority of damaged buildings and attractions have been restored. There is definitely something for everyone in…
Soaring Through the Treetops, and other Incredible Chiang Mai Attractions
Flight of the Gibbon The absolute highlight of our time spent in Chiang Mai was soaring through the treetops of the Thai jungle. Flight of the Gibbon is a fantastic organization (with great staff) who operate a zip-line through the forest canopy some 1300m above sea level. Nearly 2km of wire with 18 staging platforms…
Thai Island Escapes – Part II: Ko Tao
Scuba newbies from all over travel to Ko Tao to learn how to dive. The island is surrounded by crystal clear water and incredible coral reefs that are shallow enough for beginners to explore. It is also one of the world’s cheapest and most popular places to get your open-water dive certification. (However for experienced…
Must-Try Thai Foods
Though it is difficult to find food in Thailand that is not delicious, fresh, affordable, and available, there are a few must-try Thai foods that I thought I’d share. Breakfast Breakfast in Thailand often consists of foods that we would consider more appropriate for a lunch or dinner menu. Pork, rice, chicken, and seafood are…
My Travels: Majestic Chiang Mai
The most culturally and historically interesting Thai city lies among the rolling foothills of the Himalayan Mountains, 700km North of Bangkok. Formerly the capital of the ancient Lanna kingdom, Chiang Mai now houses over 1 million people in the metropolitan area, and is Thailand’s fifth-largest city. Surrounded by mountains and lovely countryside, this city is…
Thai Island Escapes – Part I: Krabi
Ko Lanta Islands Ko Lanta consists of two adjacent islands: Ko Lanta Yai (Big) and Ko Lanta Noi (Small). Ko Lanta Yai is where you’ll find many tourists, though they are tourists looking to get away from the party scene. Most of the beaches – such as Kho Kwang, Khlong Dao, Phra Ae, Khlong Khong,…
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