The Country Thailand The Place Ubon Ratchathani, Isaan Why You Need to Visit Ubon Ratchathani I used to think all of Thailand was firmly on the beaten path and basically everywhere I went there would feel really touristy, but then I visited Isaan. In northeast Thailand, ...
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Where to Stay in Bangkok
People often ask me for recommendations of where to stay in Bangkok, and while my top budget dorm accommodation choice has always been Asok Montri on Sukhumvit (conveniently located next to a sky train and subway stop), I've had mixed feelings about most luxury accommodation I've ...
How to Kick through the Great Wall of Asian Politeness
One of the reasons I love Asia is that most people here seem to be just as shy and reserved as I am. But it can also drive me crazy. It's really hard to get to know people when you feel like they're always on their best manners. And let's be real, there have been quite a few ...
It’s Thailloween!
Hailandween? Thalloween? Should I stop? I'm sorry, I just really like Halloween. I blame growing up in New England. But don't worry, this isn't going to be another boo hoo I miss fall in New England post. Okay fine, it totally is. If I could pick one holiday to spend in ...
Polaroids from Chiang Mai
I haven't been blogging much about Chiang Mai because frankly, there are SO many travel blogs out there covering this city. I mean, it's no secret that Chiang Mai, with its expat comforts and low cost of living, is a favorite base for not only travel bloggers but all sorts of ...