Pranburi
I had a long—way too long—train ride; it felt like it took forever. About fifteen stops, none of which lasted more than 3 minutes each. I arrived at the Pranburi train station around 8:30 p.m.; it was dark and…
Album: Kanchanaburi and Its Famous Bridge.
The rest and conclusion of Kanchanaburi:The trip back took a full 3 hours to reach that famous Thonburi train station… Now I understand better why I couldn’t find it…It’s located north of Wat Arun; I had to take a boat…
Kanchanaburi and its famous Bridge over the River Kwai.
I have to admit that on Tuesday, I just lazed around all day, simply because the day before had been particularly busy. I have to say that after a day with nearly 4–5 hours of biking in the scorching heat,…
Album: Ayutthaya, the Ancient City
A Visit to Ayutthaya, the Former Capital of the Kingdom of Siam
Ayutthaya, the former capital of the Kingdom of Siam.
In the end, I took the train—mainly because of the cost. 15b one way, third-class, but not uncomfortable after all. Well, okay, it didn't leave on time. It was half an hour late, and the 80 km trip certainly took…
Album: Floating Markets
Tours, Encounters, and Tastings at the Floating Market
Album: Wat Arun and Little India
The first two photos show the China Gate and Wat Trai Mit, Wat Arun, Little India, its shops, its market, and its temple.
Wat Arun, Little India, and the Floating Markets
Wat Arun I was out for a walk when I ended up veering toward the boarding pier to dock right at the foot of Wat Arun, but the heavy downpour prevented me from reaching the top of the tower… A…
Album: Lumphini Park
Skytrain View and Lumphini Park A few photos from yesterday, including some of Lumphini Park!
Moving
I had booked a stay for just 3 days at the Daneel Hostel via Airbnb… It was a great find—both the neighborhood and the host—but I couldn’t extend my stay. I didn’t think I’d like the city this much, so…
Album: Wat Pho
The suburbs of Bangkok, Wat YanNawa, boat transportation, Wat Pho and its Reclining Buddha, Wat Arun seen from a distance.
Wat Pho
My dear readers, I’m thrilled to see that so many of you are reading my posts—I hope I’m at least somewhat entertaining! I realize that the things that seemed so important to me before I left are now nothing…
Album: Chinatown
Lumphini Park, the subway Chinatown and its market, Wat Trai Mit The Chao Phraya River with a taste of sugarcane juice
Album: Good Morning, Bangkok!
Just arrived in Bangkok—easily finding your way to a place to stay via Airbnb A few photos to go with the November 7 article, Among other things, the flight, and the building that will serve as my landmark every time…
Temples, a park, a market, and Chinatown
Yesterday, November 7, I was exhausted from the trip—even though I only dozed off for an hour and a half at most! I forced myself to get out and explore! In the end, I found myself at a Hindu temple,…
Good morning, Bangkok!
Honestly, not having a break between two flights is just unbearable—no time to stretch your legs, and you’re constantly pressed for time. Even on the first flight, which lasted a little over 7 hours, I think (I admit I’ve lost…
Pack your bag and lighten your load…
Lightening the load… A concept that doesn't quite sit right with me… As I’m packing my bag, I tell myself I’ll just take clothes for a week, sunscreen, bug spray, toiletries, my camera, my MP3 player, SD cards, a power…
On to new adventures!
Hello, I'm back… It's already been 7 years since our last adventures… After all the ups and downs of the past 7 years—including 5 years of intensive courses in Management Information Systems, mixed with a tedious job at a call…
Halloween in Boracay
Album – Stay at Sea Winds, Part 2
Our Last Few Days on Boracay
