Most people who come to Koh Phi Phi Don do so because it’s a convenient point from which to visit Maya Bay. It is certainly that, but there’s so much more to this island than just its proximity to Koh … Continue reading
Our trip to Thailand was a whole lot of fun, but it wasn’t especially relaxing – until we got to our final stop in the Phi Phi Islands, that is. As soon as our longtail boat pulled up to the … Continue reading
All the negative things you may have heard about Maya Bay are true. It is unequivocally touristy. It is expensive (for Southeast Asia) and time-consuming to reach. It is crowded, at times almost unbelievably so. And yet, I would put … Continue reading
Thailand has miles of coastline along two oceans and hundreds of islands dotting those coasts, and visiting an island or two or ten should be on everyone’s itinerary for this country. Luckily, you don’t have to be choosy. Although only … Continue reading
As soon as I saw photos of Ang Thong National Marine Park, I knew I had to see this archipelago of more than 40 islands in the Gulf of Thailand. Most people who visit Ang Thong do so on day … Continue reading
In Chiang Mai, we continued the trend of taking advantage of Thailand’s affordability to stay in the kinds of hotels that are typically out of our budget, and chose Le Méridien as our base for exploring Chiang Mai. We stayed … Continue reading
I knew before we ever arrived in Thailand that we weren’t going to have as much time as I would have liked in Chiang Mai. With only two weeks to see the entire country and the desire to spend some time … Continue reading
We’ve now reached the point in my Thailand recaps when I get to share the main attraction…the elephants! Don’t get me wrong, I was excited to see the country’s beautiful temples and beaches too, but it was the elephants that first sparked my interest … Continue reading
I’m not someone who generally prioritizes staying in luxury hotels when I travel. Unless I’m going somewhere where the hotel is basically the destination (like Bora Bora), I’d rather stay somewhere more modest and put the savings toward another trip. … Continue reading
Bangkok isn’t a city with a huge number of tourist attractions or must-see sights. But one thing you can’t miss in the City of Angels is the Grand Palace, an expansive complex that contains the official royal residence, as well … Continue reading
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