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The beginning of our week on Koh Phangan was somewhat of a trainwreck, marred by tantrums and generally feeling bummed. Reuben’s mood was bringing me down and my thoughts on everything else [...]

….or are we in hell? Things are pretty miserable for us at the moment. It doesn’t matter where in the world you are, a tantruming toddler can successfully ruin anything. For us, [...]

Koh Samui has never appealed to me. I’ve flown in twice and headed straight from the airport to catch a ferry to Koh Phangan or Koh Tao. Once, I had the misfortune of spending an afternoon [...]

Koh Samui is one of the most popular islands in Thailand. If you’re coming from the capital there are a couple of ways to get from Bangkok to Koh Samui. Some are easier than others. And [...]

We’ve been back in Bangkok for a few days now and the city is definitely back in our good books. After a disastrous first five days in Bangkok we’re taking it easier and not [...]

Where is Siam Ocean World? Siam Ocean World is in the basemet of Siam Paragon, the fanciest shopping mall in Bangkok. Getting there is easy. It’s on the BTS Skytrain – head to the [...]

On a warm evening in Bangkok (are there any other kind?), we set out for a sunset drink over the city skyline. Dressed in our best travel clothes, which aren’t necessary that great but [...]

We were plagued with indecision today. It’s one of our worst qualities as a couple, as well as indviduals. Not so much with the big decisions like should we sell our house and live a [...]

This morning started out lazy again. We ate breakfast, swam in the pool and played in the garden. It’s nice to get a little routine going, even if it is ust for a few more days. We [...]

Another relaxing day in Kanchanaburi. After last night’s storm the morning was lovely and clear. Plenty of blue sky and sunshine. The hotel includes a light breakfast – tea, coffee, [...]