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Fighting my eyes from shutting, I searched for a bus stop. It was an early arrival in Bangkok from Krabi. I patiently waited for the bus number that was sent to me by BRB Hostel. It took dozens of buses before Bus #15 arrived at the stop. Most people hopping on and off the vehicle…
My original plan was to do the border crossing from Thailand to Laos coming from Lampang, Thailand. But the schedule of buses leaving Lampang made me decide to stay for a night in Chiang Rai. The main reason is that the last bus departing for Luang Prabang is at 4 PM. I don’t want to stay…
The yogurt bowl from Lion and Shark was a nice brunch before leaving Ao Nang for Krabi Town. A short-cut did by the driver forced me to walk for around 10 minutes to Pak-Up Hostel. It was fine if not for my bulky and heavy backpacks. While checking-in, I immediately looked for the registration form…
“Your bed is in Railey.” I was stunned why the bed I got is on a peninsula away from Krabi. The staff of Pop-in Hostel wasn’t joking based on his expressions. He noticed the uncertainties visible on my face. He just laughed, apologized, and told me that the rooms in the hostel are labeled with…
Phuket Old Town deserved few nights to get out of the crazy and chaotic Patong area. I made my way to the center on a non-aircon bus leaving every hour from Patong Beach. No one was able to provide information for the drop-off point in town so I just relied on my Google maps. Luckily,…
Muay Thai ring, billiards, table football, and an air hockey table. I wonder if backpackers checking in this hostel in Patong Beach still have time to sleep. There are tons of activities to do apart from what Phuket, Thailand offers! But before I plunged with the craze, I settled my reservation at Lub D Phuket…
“I’m Jenny! Remember my name because if not, see you tomorrow!” Our guide for the Khai Islands half-day tour started the day with a witty spiel. She offered everyone fin for rent while giving reminders to be careful with sea urchins. After few more lines, she instructed everyone to board the boat. A staff of…
Bus trip from Chiang Mai ended in Prasopsook Road in the center of Chiang Rai, still in Thailand. We were like Ninja Turtles struggling to carry our backpacks. Doi suggested of availing tuktuk rides for 20 baht each. I, on the other hand, ensured that Happynest Hostel is just 300 meters away from the terminal….
Our hostel is only a few blocks away from the songtheaw (red taxis) terminal heading to Wat Phra That Doi Suthep. Few foreigners were already queuing and waiting for the next vehicle when we arrived. The dispatcher asked and confirmed tourists availing the service and convincing everyone to pay for a roundtrip fare. The guy…
It was an ordinary day for us backpackers. A lazy and idle midweek to explore the temples within the walled city. Some spent their day on outskirt destinations while we binged on some fares at the local market. Going back to our accommodation for a nap, we dropped by several temples on our way back….