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Three Things to Do in the Phi Phi Islands…Besides Maya Bay

Posted on August 22, 2016 by Adrienne

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A monkey at Monkey Beach

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 →

Posted in beaches, thailand, wildlife

Hotel Review: Paradise in the Andaman Sea at Phi Phi Island Village Beach Resort

Posted on August 15, 2016 by Adrienne

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Beach at Phi Phi Island Village Beach Resort

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 →

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Maya Bay: A Must-Visit in Thailand

Posted on August 2, 2016 by Adrienne

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Longtail boats in Maya Bay, Phi Phi Islands, Thailand

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 →

Posted in beaches, outdoorsy, thailand

Koh Tao, Koh Nang Yuan and Koh Samui: Island Hopping in the Gulf of Thailand

Posted on July 23, 2016 by Adrienne

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Koh Nang Yuan viewpoint

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 →

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Exploring Thailand’s Ang Thong National Marine Park

Posted on July 12, 2016 by Adrienne

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View from Mae Koh

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 →

Posted in adventure, beaches, outdoorsy, thailand, wildlife

Le Méridien Chiang Mai Review: An Outstanding Hotel in the Heart of It All

Posted on July 2, 2016 by Adrienne

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Infinity pool

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 →

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Falling for Chiang Mai by Day and Night

Posted on June 27, 2016 by Adrienne

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Lions at Wat Phra Singh

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 →

Posted in cities, thailand

Elephant Nature Park: A Sanctuary for Gentle Giants

Posted on June 20, 2016 by Adrienne

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Mae Lanna and Medo: best friends

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 →

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Hotel Review: Affordable Luxury at The Peninsula Bangkok

Posted on June 10, 2016 by Adrienne

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Swimming pool

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 →

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Bangkok’s Must-Sees: The Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew

Posted on June 7, 2016 by Adrienne

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Grand Palace

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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