Christmas in Thailand

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Our first trip was a huge success. We spent the week before Christmas in Phuket, Thailand...yes, home of the tsunami.

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Photos

Muslim floating village
This is a "floating" village - actually built over the water on stilts. We stopped here on the boat to have lunch.

Cruising in the Islands
Part of our amazing day cruising through the islands that dot the sea between Phuket and the mainland.

More island views
Around each corner there are more amazing views

The kids enjoying the view
We were just starting our day out with Westen's friend's family

Picking out lunch at the Muslim Floating village
The kids and Westen's friend Remy are picking out lunch from the nets in the water. Talk about FRESH seafood!

Westen enjoying the yacht
Pretty nice duty Westen!

Anika riding Anna the Elephant
The kids enjoyed riding an elephant after breakfast every morning...a good way to start the day!

Elephant kisses are itchy...
...and a bit smelly!!

Snorkling Buddies
Serge and Anika enjoyed a day out snorkling in the islands, while Westen and I hung at the hotel since Westen was sick. They had a great day on the water!

Views from the elephant
We went on a (very commercial) elephant trek through the jungle. The views from the high trail were amazing.

Part of the elephant trek
Serge and Westen make their way up the jungle trail.

Did someone say water buffalo??
Yes, part of the elephant trek day included a quick seat on a rather intimidating water buffalo.

Comments

[Steph]

WOW! This would be Tessa's dream come true!!

[Amy]

Beautiful!
I can't even imagine all the awesome memories you'll have from all that!

[Pam Carty]

Amazing!
I finally got a chance to look at your blog and this trip looks like it was amazing....what wonderful memories!