Thailand

Since we started our journey in early April we have pretty much been on the go, so it was  nice to base ourselves for six nights at a beautiful beach resort on the coast of south Thailand.   We literally had several days without having anything scheduled!  When you hear about the beaches of Thailand  it’s […]

If you spend even a little time exploring northern Thailand you’ll quickly realize something: temples are everywhere. And not just little roadside shrines—though there are plenty of those —but jaw-dropping, intricately adorned, golden-topped, dragon-guarded temples.  They are stunning. Peaceful. Majestic. And after your fifteenth one in two days, you might just find yourself getting templed

In Thailand, elephants aren’t just animals—they’re national icons, deeply tied to the country’s history, culture, and spirit. But behind the beauty and symbolism lies a complex and often troubling reality. Elephant tourism has come under growing scrutiny, and with good reason: many so-called sanctuaries still allow riding, chains, and performing. So I did my research

While my blog posts haven’t focused much on food, make no mistake—our meals have been one of the absolute highlights of this journey. Every country has offered something memorable, but I’ve been especially looking forward to the food in Thailand. Thai cuisine has always been high on my must-eat list… and now here we are,