We FINALLY made it. Well after 27 hours on the plane and 3 hours in Taipai, China, we have arrived in Thailand and our 3 month journey begins. A few facts: Thailand and SouthEast Asia is 12 hours ahead of NY. The currrency is the Thai Baht. One US dollar gets 35.5 Bahts. The population consists of 85% Thai and about 15% Chinese descent. you can't drink the water. Its hot, humid, crowded, smoggy, loud, smelly and crazy; Pretty much wonderful and we love it!! We got in around 3 and checked into our hotel, The Royal Orchid Sheraton. Which is located right on thye Chao Phyra River (Bangkoks major river and the fastest and most enjoyable means of transportation) showered off the many many hours of traveling and had a quick nap before setting off
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