As with any large city, there are a lot of things to do in Bangkok. Some of it is ultra touristy, but there is plenty that isn’t your typical type of tourist activity. I figured I’d give you some of both since I like mixing things up, as well as give you my opinion on …
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Bangkok took a bit of time and multiple visits to grow on us. Our 1st trip was after a month on Koh Samui. I’m not a fan of big cities normally, so I just chalked it up to that. But our second time was definitely different, and we really enjoyed it. Now’ we’re in Vietnam …
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Unless you’re fairly brave and love being in thick traffic, you’re probably not going to choose to drive around the “Venice of the East.” Thankfully, there are many options for transportation in Bangkok, and most of them are downright cheap. Taxis Bangkok taxi drivers have a well-earned reputation. It is law that they use the …
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We came back to Thailand specifically to participate in a Thai celebration that turned out to be the most fun and unusual holiday we’ve ever experienced. It was completely worth the return trip! In mid April, some of the southeast Asian countries celebrate their new year. In Thailand, it is referred to as songkran. What …
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For whatever reason you’ve found yourself on this popular Thai island. Now you want to get from Koh Samui to Bangkok. Well, you have a couple of options, and one of them is quite the adventure. Quicker but more expensive If you have less time or just don’t like the idea of spending 20+ hours …
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We love island life, even the times we’ve spent on a very small island, like Utila in Honduras. We enjoy the laid-back feel of island life. Koh Samui surprised me, though. When we were planning on visiting Thailand, Koh Samui, also referred to simply as Samui, was not a place I had planned on visiting. …
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I stood outside a rather official-looking building. The yellow flags of the Thai royal family stirred in the slight breeze generated by nearby traffic roaring down the street. A 5-story mural of the king adorned the modern building’s facade. I wiped my eyes of the sweat that was causing them to burn as the few …
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Initially, the small Thai island of Koh Samui wasn’t on my radar. There were other islands that had scuba diving that had been calling my attention, as well as some others that friends had recommended. But, when we were offered a housesit in a bungalow practically on the beach, well, Samui was suddenly on the …
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Planning or considering a trip to Bangkok? The capital of Thailand is certainly a busy place, yet it’s also full of magnificent temples and palaces that are worth visiting, even if you aren’t religious. The beauty and grandeur of these sacred sites is captivating, and exploring them is a great way to spend a holiday. …
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Her black eyes examined me closely, wrinkles forming in her chestnut brown facial skin as she visually assessed me prior to my massage. “You big boy. I think you need two hour.” “No, I’m good with one.” She looked at my plump belly as if to say Yeah, right! “One and a half?” “One hour …
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