After our 5 day trip to Bukit Lawang we were scared that nothing else in Indonesia would measure up, until we went to Labuan Bajo. This quiet little fishing town on the island of Flores was the perfect place to spend a week. Never in my life have I seen views like the ones from …
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The First 100 Days Of Our World Travels
J. asked me this morning how long we have been traveling. We were both shocked that it has been just over 100 days since we started this journey. I wanted to do a recap of our favorite places, experiences, and all the different animals we have seen. So, here it goes: Places we have seen …
Jetwing Lake Hotel, Dambulla
I don’t usually write about specific hotels but after our stay at the Jetwing Lake Hotel I can’t help myself. The Jetwing Lake was an experience for us that we will never forget so I had to share it with everyone
Adam’s Peak-Not Adam’s Peak Sri Lanka
The four hour trip from Colombo to Dalhousie, where we stayed to be close to the start of Adam’s Peak was one of the most beautiful drives I have ever taken in my life.
Black House (Baan Dam) of Chiang Rai Thailand
Heading outside of Chiang Rai to Baan Dam or the Black House we had no idea what to expect. The entire compound is the creative genius of the Thai artist Thawan Duchanee. The elegance, sophistication, creativity and quirkiness of Thawan Duchanee was immediately mesmerizing and moving.
The White Temple of Chiang Rai
From the moment we pulled up to Wat Rong Khun, or the White Temple, we were completely mesmerized. A short 5 km drive south of the city did not prepare us for the completely different experience we would have at this temple versus any other one we visited in Thailand.
Elephants of Chiang Mai Thailand
As we approached the elephants for the first time I was taken aback by their incredibly gentle nature. They are quiet, and relaxed animals. They moved around us with curiousity, and caution while we stood in awe. I was surprised at how small their eyes were and how they seemed to be as interested in seeing me as I was them.
Visiting Ayutthaya Thailand
Ayutthaya is the second capital of Siam, after Sukothai. From 1350-the mid 1700’s it was one of the most important and cosmopolitan cities in the world. In 1767 the Burmese army overtook the city and burnt it to the ground.
Morning With The Monks
One thing I love about Thailand is seeing the Monks walking around everywhere. They are so soothing to watch as they go through their daily lives with such grace, dignity and peace. So when we checked in to the beautiful Kirimaya hotel in Khao Yai, Thailand and I found out there was an opportunity to …
Khao Yai National Park-Thailand
I was lucky enough to visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Khao Yai yesterday. This national park was formed by the Thai government in 1962. In 2005 it became a UNESCO site.