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Asia » Thailand » North-West Thailand » Chiang Mai February 17th 2009

We just said good-bye at the Bangkok Train Station to the 12 members of ouir Northern Thailand Gap Adventure tour group. We had a great time with them - 2 Germans, 3 Canadians, 3 Americans, 1 Aussie, 1 Brit, 1 Indonesian and ourselves. Tui was our Thai guide who was born and raised in Bangkok. The ages of our group ranged from ealy 20's to mid 60's, couples and singles. If you aren't too bored here are a few memorable moments on our tour. We had an amazing time!! Day 1 and 2 - Local bus to the city of Sukhathai - on bicyles visited Buddah and Hindu temple ruins dating back to the 1200's. Hotel here had one of the biggest and cleanest hotel pools I have ever come across!! Day 3 - Local bus ... read more
Tour
Tour
Tour

Asia » Thailand » Central Thailand » Bangkok February 9th 2009

I added a few more pics from Bangkok as I am on a computer that is working super fast. Enjoy Welcome back to our next blog. Bangkok, with a population of 10 million and hundreds of thousands of cars, boats, buses and trains buzzing around 24-7 literally blew our minds!! It is like looking at a roller coaster - sometimes 4 or 5 levels of roads winding around every which way!. Of course we were in rush hour trafficd so we certainly were able to catch o glimpse of the true Bangkok. What seemed to strike us was one minute it seemed we were in an ultra modern posh city and the next minute we could see homeless people sleeping in a ;dingy lane. We were really happy with our hotel - The Royal Hotel" as ... read more
Bangkok
Bangkok
Bangkok

Asia » Thailand » Central Thailand » Ko Chang February 6th 2009

Hi Everyone, We have just completed our 10 day stay on the island of Koh chang. The Koh Chang Archepelgio (group of small islands) is situated on Thailand's eastern seaboard near the Cambodian border. Besides the beautiful beaches and water the interior rises straight up from the water consisting of dense, lush and abunduntly green jungles. We found the island to have a very laid back vive with opportunity for eco adventures. Interestly enough we didn't actually meet any Canadians or Americans but rather Norweigans, Swedes, Germans, Danes and Fins. They come to Thailand to also escape their winter as well!! Luckily for us most speak English so we were able to visit with them. We were very happy with our hut on the beach. (Alina Resort on Whitesand Beach) - small but clean, cute and ... read more
Koh Chang
Koh Chang
Koh Chang

Asia » Thailand » Central Thailand » Ko Chang January 30th 2009

Yes, we made it to Thailand safe and sound. Our flights were long but went well - no delays or problems. Air Canada surpised us with complementary meals and booze!!! Our Thai friend, Ting met us in Bangkok the morning after our arrival and we travelled with her to her home in Rayong, 3 hours south of Bangkok. We were treated to the true Tahil culture as we stayed with "Ting" and her family at their home. We met her mother and father in law who live in an open air house behind on the same property. Ting's in laws also have a fruit orchird with interesting produce such as mangos, pepper, jack fruit, bananna etc. Ting's husband, Toy and her own a gas station and confectionary. Ting also bakes and sells her products at the ... read more
Ting
Ting
Ting

North America » Canada » British Columbia » Vancouver » YVR January 26th 2009

Well, we're officially on our way, we can't wait to get there and start our adventures in Thailand!! We will post an update as soon as we can! ... read more

North America » Canada » Saskatchewan » Saskatoon January 24th 2009

Well, the time has finally arrived!! By 7:30 a.m. Monday morning we will be on our way to Vancouver where we will meet my cousin Barry and Kathy for breakfast before departing for Tokyo and then on to Bangkok. So, hopefully I will be able to re connect with you soon once we have got our bearings!! Talk to you soon!... read more




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