I had a mixed experience traveling from Thailand to Langkawi, Malaysia. I encountered common travel challenges, such as passport procedures and water supply issues. Despite stunning natural attractions like the mangrove forests, the oppressive heat and unsatisfactory service overshadow my visit, leaving me disillusioned with Langkawi's tourist-centric environment.
After spending the last weeks exploring cities, temples, museums and archaeological sites, I was very much looking forward to heading South of Thailand and relax on its famous beaches and islands. Thailand offers many choices, and I decided to do a bit of a taster. A 2-day stay in Koh Samui where I had the … Continue reading White sand beaches, turquoise waters, snorkelling.. and a bitter taste
In my previous post, I wrote about the three main attractions that drive visitors to Chiang Rai – the Blue Temple, the White Temple and the Black House. None of these are in the town centre, but this is still the best place to stay as a base. The bus station has a central location, … Continue reading What to do in the small city of Chiang Rai
I woke up on my last morning in Chiang Mai feeling very sick. I had been trying to fight off a cold, but clearly, my insistence on sightseeing and inability to stay in my hotel room resting didn’t help. On my last day in Chiang Mai I even headed to the countryside to do a … Continue reading Exploring Chiang Rai’s Unorthodox Temples
I woke up that first morning in Chiang Mai feeling absolutely knackered. My body was hurting, my head heavy, my nose obstructed. After the longest train journey of my life, to one of the most exciting destinations in Thailand, I wanted to be in full health to explore the city. Yet, I wasn’t, thanks to … Continue reading Temple Hopping in Chiang Mai
The Winged Bone 