Phang Nga Bay, known for its karst rock formations jutting out of the sea, is one of the most visited places in Thailand. The bay is certainly… Read more “Mass tourism at Phang Nga Bay”
Month: December 2018
Krabi (part three)- the spectacular views from the Dragon Crest
We spent our last full day in Krabi by renting a scooter to explore a unique place. We got very lucky to hear about it from another… Read more “Krabi (part three)- the spectacular views from the Dragon Crest”
Krabi (part two) – a thousand stairs to the Tiger Cave and karst lagoons in Bhor Tor
Having enough of a beach time, we decided to venture inland and spend time in a more active way. We visited the Tiger Cave located just outside… Read more “Krabi (part two) – a thousand stairs to the Tiger Cave and karst lagoons in Bhor Tor”
Krabi (part one)- local life in Krabi Town and stunning Railay beach
Krabi is a pleasant, vibrant town, located picturesquely at a mangrove estuary. Karst rocks pepper the surrounding landscape. Krabi itself doesn’t hold the attention for long but… Read more “Krabi (part one)- local life in Krabi Town and stunning Railay beach”
Koh Lanta (part two) – mangroves and islets
Koh Lanta was the ideal place to chill out but it also had plenty of places to explore. When we got bored of lying in a hammock,… Read more “Koh Lanta (part two) – mangroves and islets”
Koh Lanta (part one) -the beauty of the green season
Koh Lanta is a large and pretty island on the western (Andaman) coast of Thailand. Although it is quite a popular destination, some of the beaches in… Read more “Koh Lanta (part one) -the beauty of the green season”
From Koh Samui to Koh Lanta
As soon as we finished the meditation course on Koh Samui, we headed to the opposite, west coast of Thailand. We had an option of booking a door-to-door… Read more “From Koh Samui to Koh Lanta”
Koh Samui (part 2)- meditation retreat in a tropical forest
We knew right from the beginning that we’re going to do a meditation course in Thailand. It’s a perfect destination since some monasteries offer free meditation courses… Read more “Koh Samui (part 2)- meditation retreat in a tropical forest”
Koh Samui (part one)- the most touristy island of the east coast
Koh Samui is a large, holiday-resort island dominated by Russian tourists. The beaches on Koh Samui are large and sandy but the place is totally charmless and… Read more “Koh Samui (part one)- the most touristy island of the east coast”
Koh Tao (part two) – snorkeling and diving paradise
Koh Tao is a perfect place to start a diving adventure. In fact, it holds the 2nd place in the world regarding the number of diving schools.… Read more “Koh Tao (part two) – snorkeling and diving paradise”