Considering whether you should take a gap year? Taking a gap year (or 2 years in our case) is a big decision. There are many pros and cons that need to be weighed up. We have compiled our list of pros and cons to help you get one step closer to your decision. Pro – … Continue reading Should You Take a Gap Year? Gap Year Pros And Cons
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Koh Samui, Koh Tao, Koh Phangan Two Week Itinerary- Quick Travel Guide
Located in the Gulf of Thailand, Koh Samui, Koh Tao and Kho Phangan are three of the most popular islands for travellers while in Thailand. The Gulf of Thailand, formerly known as the Gulf of Siam, is situated in the western Pacific Ocean. The Gulf of Thailand is surrounded on the north, west and southwest … Continue reading Koh Samui, Koh Tao, Koh Phangan Two Week Itinerary- Quick Travel Guide
Amari Hotel Koh Samui Review
We spent 4 nights in Koh Samui during in December (2020). We stayed at The Amari Koh Samui on Chaweng Beach. Typically, Koh Samui attracts many tourists. At the moment due to Covid-19 Thailand is not allowing international visitors. However despite the lack of international visitors Chaweng Beach still had plenty of activities. Location: Situated in … Continue reading Amari Hotel Koh Samui Review
Chiang Mai to Pai – Motorbike Road Trip
Pai is a small hippie town located in northern Thailand not too far from the Myanmar boarder. Pai is famous for its lush hiking trails, surrounding mountains, cascading waterfalls and laid-back atmosphere. Driving from Chiang Mai to Pai will take around 3 hours. The route has over 700 windy turns as you ascend into the … Continue reading Chiang Mai to Pai – Motorbike Road Trip
Exploring Chiang Mai – Huay Kaew Waterfall
Huay Kaew Waterfall is the closest waterfall to the city of Chiang Mai. The waterfall is located near Chiang Mai Zoo at the bottom of the mountain. There is no entrance fee and is completely free to adults and children. Huay Kaew Waterfall is a small waterfall measuring around 10 meters tall. The waterfall is … Continue reading Exploring Chiang Mai – Huay Kaew Waterfall
One Day in Chiang Rai Thailand
Recently we travelled from our newly adopted home of Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai. Chiang Rai is Thailand’s most northern city and is located on the river Kok. It is a relaxed and laid back city, much quieter than Chiang Mai or Bangkok. However, there is still plenty of things to do and see in … Continue reading One Day in Chiang Rai Thailand
Chiang Rai Thailand – Our Coffee Shop Tour
During our time in Chiang Rai we drank our fair share of coffee. Northern Thailand is a hub for excellent coffee shops due to the large number for coffee plantations in the region. While in Chiang Rai we decided to do our own self drive of some coffee shops. we only scratched the surface, but … Continue reading Chiang Rai Thailand – Our Coffee Shop Tour
How to Travel From Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai by Bus
Since arriving in Chiang Mai over 5 months ago we finally ventured little further afield. With everything that has been going on in terms of the pandemic we had been reluctant to travel too far from our newly adopted home of Chiang Mai. Since arriving in Chiang Mai we have actually not left the city … Continue reading How to Travel From Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai by Bus
Exploring Chiang Mai – Baan Kang Wat Craft Village
Baan Kang Wat is a quaint crafts village located just outside Chiang Mai City. It is about a 10 minute drive from the west side of the old city. The easiest way to get there if you don't have your own mode of transport is by tuk-tuk or songthaew (red taxi van). Baan Kang Wat … Continue reading Exploring Chiang Mai – Baan Kang Wat Craft Village
TEFL Certification – How to Become a Teacher Abroad
If you have been keeping up to date with our blog or following us on Instagram then you probably already know we are currently living in Chiang Mai Thailand where we are working as teachers both online and at a local international school. Teaching English in Thailand was one of the best decisions we made. … Continue reading TEFL Certification – How to Become a Teacher Abroad