Hey, everyone! I am currently at the Suvarnabhumi airport in Bangkok, waiting to board the first of quite a few flights to get me back to… the UNITED STATES OF AMERICA! I can’t believe this year in Asia has come to a close. It has been such a chock full year. BUT before wrapping up,… Read More Goodbye Snakes, Goodbye Thailand, Goodbye Asia
Hey, everyone! I’ve just gotten back from a week-long diving trip along the Andaman Sea. We visited the Similan and Surin Islands, including the world-famous Richelieu Rock and Koh Bon. It was my first diving liveaboard since getting certified on the Great Barrier Reef and I have to admit, it was a great way to… Read More A Week on the Andaman Sea: 22 Dives in 7 Days
Hey, everyone! Whoa, what a wildlife-packed week it has been! I spent the last eight nights at Khao Sok National Park, a place I’ve been wanting to visit since I first started my Thailand research back in Queenstown. The park delivered in a number of ways, but there was one particular highlight for me that… Read More Khao Sok National Park
Hello and happy new year, everyone! I have spent the last six nights on Railay Beach, which has been nothing short of paradise. Between monkeys, hornbills, beach time, and beautiful karst cliffs enveloping the beach, Railay was a very special place. A few housekeeping things: 1) If you’re interested in my art, have a look… Read More New Year’s in Railay
Hey, everyone! I’ve spent the last few nights on Koh Phi Phi, a little well-known island four hours(ish) north of Koh Lipe. I was prepared for the worst because I’ve heard mixed reviews but I ended up really enjoying my time there. I was originally going to combine this post with the next place I’m… Read More Koh Phi Phi
Hey, everyone! I’ve spent the last ten nights on Koh Lipe, a tiny little island down in southern Thailand. The main goal was to spend as much time as I could underwater and I certainly achieved that goal. It was quite a trek to make it down here but I’m glad I made it in… Read More Christmas on Koh Lipe
Hey, everyone! I just wrapped up my time in Khao Yai National Park which ended up being… pretty spectacular. Lots of special wildlife encounters – gibbons, elephants, squirrels, weird lizards, and more! I love wildlife, and due to the variety in Khao Yai, the trip was definitely a success. A few housekeeping things: 1) If… Read More Khao Yai National Park
Hey, everyone! I have successfully made it to my final country in Asia – Thailand. My time in Chiang Rai had one action-packed day, but otherwise was pretty chill. It has been a good entry into the country, dipping my toes in the waters and seeing what it’s all about. I’m enjoying it so far!… Read More Sawasdee khrap, Chiang Rai: Intro to Thailand
Hey, everyone! I have spent the last week along the Mekong River. Most of that time was spent in Luang Prabang, but for two days I took a “slow boat” from Luang Prabang to the Thailand border. Luang Prabang has been an interesting mix – cooler weather, tons of monks, river-side restaurants with beautiful sunsets,… Read More Luang Prabang and Final Days on the Mekong
Hi, everyone! I have spent the last five nights in Vang Vieng, northern Laos. I wasn’t sure what to expect, but I have been pleasantly surprised by the vibe of the place – and especially the gorgeous karst-mountain views. I think it was a really solid decision to stay here during my birthday. A few… Read More Vang Vieng: Birthday Balloon Rides
