As I type this, I’m sitting on the balcony of a coffee shop overlooking Rachadamnoen Road as a rain storm rolls in, listening to music and taking in the sights & sounds of the hustle & bustle below me. Suffice to say I’m feeling quite relaxed!
I mentioned in my post I typed while in Bali that in the past 2.5 weeks I’ve been in Fiji, Bali, New Zealand and Singapore. Now I’m in Chiang Mai, and I head back to Bangkok tomorrow. Even after such a short time, I feel as if I could write forever about what I’m seeing, hearing, and experiencing. This is truly a trip of a lifetime for me–although I feel like it’s already fueling future travel dreams!
Here are some of the best highlights from my travels thus far:
Chiang Mai International Lantern Festival
View from dinner in the Bali jungle
En route to Singapore
Merlion Park in Singapore
Sunset in Fiji
View from my beachfront villa in Fiji
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I really enjoyed Chiang Mai – there is a really great food court near the Night Bazaar which will do two main meals, two entrees and four beers for under 300 baht! I'd also suggest heading out to Patara Elephant Farm – it's a sanctuary for elephants where you can look after an elephant for the day. Unlike many other elephant places, they've rescued the elephants and treat them really well – it's worth paying extra to avoid exploitation. Patara was one of the most expensive days I had in Thailand but definitely worth it.
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I LOVED the market and the food bazaars!!! I spent hours wandering through the Sunday market–I can tell why it's so famous! I did do an elephant excursion in Bali, so I left this off the list for Thailand. Although, I heard great things about the place you've mentioned; thanks for the heads up
Looks like you are having a great time! The photos are great and some day the wifey, family and I will be doing the same. Traveling and experiencing what the world has to offer. Really like the sunset in Fiji!
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It's been awesome so far! I definitely suggest that everyone travels as much as possible–especially in a RTW capacity–the culture shock is great but I'm fascinated by what I'm seeing/experiencing. And yes, the sunset in Fiji was EPIC!
Those are all places on my travel wish list. And they may have just been bumped up after seeing these snapshots.
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All except the lantern photos were taken with my iPhone! I do have a sweet camera the others are being taken with…I uploaded over 700 photos already…
This is the life I want to lead – pretty envious right now.
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I'm spending quite a bit of money but this is a once-in-a-lifetime for me. I wouldn't have it any other way right now!!
Good to see you back here; hope all is well with you!
seems like travel is doing you great, glad you are enjoying yourself.
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Thanks, Pauline! There have been a few snafus and I'm spending way more than I should but I am loving this opportunity. No matter what happens, I will always look back on this fondly and with wild, happy excitement
Great pictures! Enjoy your vacation
Thanks, Lena!!
Wow sounds awesome! I want to travel soon
You definitely should!
Wow, you did NOT take those awesome photos – you are just amazing!
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Haha…thanks! As I mentioned above, all except the lantern photos were snapped with my iPhone–craziness! Can't wait to see what the big camera brings–I uploaded the first round and was so blown away by the lantern ones that I had to share
My jealousy knows no bounds…..
Thanks for the pics!
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Neat pictures. Looks like places I would like to visit. I think my wife would love New Zealand. Not sure about the other places.
Have fun.
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This is lovely! I'm happy that you're enjoying your traveling! I'm very jealous!
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Gorgeous and inspiring! Thanks for sharing!
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