Northern Thailand and the road to Tha Ton
With an extended time off between school semesters, I was headed north to Tha Ton, right on the Thai border with Myanmar.
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Bangkok in pictures
By now Bangkok had truly become a third home, after Ottawa and Montreal.
Naklua
One of the oldest parts of Pattaya, Naklua also happens to be both one of the wealthiest and poorest regions of the city. I focused on the latter on …
Kanchanaburi, the Death Railway, and the Bridge on the River Kwai
Kanchanburi became a staging area for the Japanese military’s push to create a supply route from Singapore, far to the south, into Burma (now Myanmar).
Kanchanaburi and Erawan Falls
The Erawan Falls are located in the Erawan National Park and are named for a two-headed elephant from Hindu mythology. Apparently, some rock-formations in the park resemble the creature. …
Koh Yao Noi – Adventures and Misadventures
When I decided to go to Phuket, I added Koh Yao Noi, which is the more accessible of the sister islands, to my must-see list for the area...
The Soi Dog Foundation
The Soi Dog Foundation offers vaccinating and sterilizing services, as well as hospice care for older dogs and an adoption program.
Phuket Old Town
Phuket Town was a great place to visit and an excellent base from which to explore the area, especially if looking for a quieter spot far from the partiers …