For three nights and four days, we sailed around islands in the Gulf of Thailand, near the border with Cambodia, while we anchored each night off the coast of -and visited – Koh Kood, Koh Mak, and Koh Chang. Being on a boat for 3 nights was totally new to my family. We weren’t quite sure… Read More Sailing Thailand Islands with Kids
Our sailboat for the next 4 days was waiting for us closer to the southern end of Koh Chang. So to get there, we first took the ferry across to the island. Do you see that van at the back on the left? The one that looks like it is right on the edge of… Read More Glimpse of Koh Chang
When traveling in Thailand, at some point, you are going to have to use a public restroom. I suppose it is technically possible to come and stay at a 4 star resort, at least a Thai 4 star which isn’t quite as spoiled as a US 4 star, and plan your days so that you… Read More Thai Potties… The Traveler’s Divide
We set out from Bangkok on our drive to Koh Chang and our sailboat for the next four days. It takes about 5 hours to get to the ferry, half-hour or so to cross (not including the wait for the ferry which can be anywhere from a few minutes to an hour or so), and… Read More Roadside Thailand
We are doing surprisingly well with jetlag, which is helping this whole transition a lot. We are still waking up (really) early, but even with that we are lasting until 9pm. At some point I expect we will hit a wall, but until then, we’re just going with it. Today that meant a golf cart… Read More A Peek Outside the Bubble
We finally arrived in Thailand at about 2:30 this morning. We were supposed to get in at 1 a.m., and all was on track across the country, then across the ocean and even boarding our plane from Shanghai to Bangkok. And then, for reasons I cannot fathom, the plane just seem to drive at about… Read More Thailand Arrival and Easing In
First, I want to say, there are many reputable and safe pedicab companies and drivers in New York City. There are guided tours, rides through central park – a number of great ways to enjoy a NYC pedicab. However, that was not what we did. Our pedicab ride was born out of desperation. How we… Read More NYC Pedicabs & Adrenaline
“Should I run ahead?” she asked, a reflection of my stress in her eyes.
I only hesitate a moment before telling her, “Yes, go! Remember, Gate A14!” And she was off. I watched my recently turned 15-year-old daughter’s head bob in and out and around people in the growing distance as I speed-walked farther and farther behind.… Read More Between Gate A22 and A14