Monthly Archives: November 2013

Barracudas Tour to Phi Phi Islands and Night Walking Market

Posted on November 30, 2013 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

Saturday, November 30 We booked Barracudas Tour to Phi Phi Islands through our hotel.  It included pick up at our hotel and being driven from Krabi Town to Ao Nang, a full day from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm on … Continue reading →

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A day for relaxation and reflection in Krabi Town

Posted on November 29, 2013 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

Friday, November 29th, Krabi, Thailand After a lot of go, go, go since arriving in Thailand, we decided to take a day to relax. No planned activity, no tour, just let our day unfold. To simplify things, we have extended … Continue reading →

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Thanksgiving in Thailand ~ Non-traditional and relaxing,

Posted on November 29, 2013 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

Well, it certainly was not a traditional Thanksgiving Holiday.  We did not have anything booked or planned so asked our hotel receptionist for a suggestion.  She recommended a drive to see the Tiger Caves, Emerald Pool, and some hot springs. … Continue reading →

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Krabi Town, Mr Ann, Big Bat Cave and Monkeys on the Boat

Posted on November 27, 2013 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

Wednesday night, November 27th, Krabi Town, Thailand Yesterday we flew from Bangkok to Krabi. All went smoothly with the flights and as promised, our hotel had arranged for a driver to pick us up. A sigh of relief when arriving … Continue reading →

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Chiang Mai, Doi Suthep, Wat Suan Dok, Night Markets and Fish Massages

Posted on November 25, 2013 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

Sunday, November 24th – Chiang Mai I got a little behind again due to limited Internet service at our 5-star hotel.  It was available for free in the lobby, but we had to pay $15/day to get it in the … Continue reading →

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Elephant kisses and sleeping with a tiger

Posted on November 25, 2013 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

Saturday, November 23rd – Chiang Mai Mae Sa Elephant Camp We had our thrill of riding an elephant a few days earlier while at the River Kwai.  This time was more interaction which included feeding them, getting hugs and kisses, … Continue reading →

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Long Neck Hill Tribe

Posted on November 22, 2013 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

Friday, November 22nd – There are several different hill tribes in northern Thailand.  The most well known are the Long Neck Tribe.  Our visit was casual and we found the ladies and children to be charming and they very graciously … Continue reading →

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Three countries in one day ~ Thailand, Myanmar and Laos

Posted on November 22, 2013 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

Thursday, November 21st ~ Today is another big day.  Heading toward the border town of Mae Sai we pass many rice fields with farmers harvesting the crop. We do not need to get an entry visa ahead of time to … Continue reading →

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Reclining Buddha, Lunch on the lake, White Temple and Chiang Rai

Posted on November 20, 2013 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

Wednesday, November 20th Travel day from Sukhothai to Chiang Rai.  Our day started out with a spiritual moment of giving alms to one of the monks.  I wrote about how moved I was by this experience before we left this … Continue reading →

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Offering alms to the monks in Sukhothai

Posted on November 19, 2013 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

According to About.com: Today, in many predominately Theravada countries like Thailand, monks still rely on receiving alms for most of their food. The monks leave the monasteries early in the morning. They walk single file, oldest first, carrying their alms … Continue reading →

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