Category Archives for Asia
The Time We Were Almost Reality TV Stars
Take note of the word almost. What we thought was a long shot when we originally applied for our favorite television show 4 months ago, became very close to reality a few weeks ago. That is until our
Continue readingInto the Woods: A Chiang Mai Cafe
Chiang Mai is full of quaint cafes, one thing that we find so endearing about this city. But sometimes you find one that is so charming it stands out among the rest and might even be worth writing about.
Continue reading2013 Recap and Our Hopes for the New Year
As we kiss 2013 goodbye, we take a few moments to reflect on our favorite moments from the past year and our goals for the upcoming year. We wanted to share this with you as we will continue to track our
Continue readingHow We Celebrated Christmas in Chiang Mai, Thailand
What did you find under your Christmas tree this year? We took the plunge and treated ourselves to a new camera! Oh…and we also bought our 6 month gym membership, but who wants to hear about that
Continue reading8 Things to Do in Khon Kaen, Thailand
They say if you haven’t experienced Isaan, you haven’t experienced Thailand. If you are planning a trip, or even just passing through, you will find there are very few “tourist”
Continue readingYi Peng Festival in Chiang Mai: Things to Know Before You Go
Almost everyone is aware of the ever-so-famous Yi Peng Festival in Chiang Mai, Thailand. While you might not have called it by name, you’ve surely seen the pictures floating around Pinterest,
Continue readingHonda Forza Review
With over 5000 kilometers and two counties traveled (Thailand & Laos), the 2013 Honda Forza 300CC has been put through its paces. Before purchasing this motorcycle in Thailand, I combed through the
Continue readingThanksgiving in Thailand
Thanksgiving in Thailand was an entirely new experience for us, not because we were lacking our usual traditions (watching the Macy’s day parade, feasting with family, followed by decking the ha...
Continue readingVang Vieng: After the Party
What was once the number one party spot for backpackers in S.E. Asia, Vang Vieng is now a fairly peaceful town with remnants of what was. And to be honest, we prefer it that way.
Continue readingLuang Prabang: Waterfalls, Bears and Bakeries
After a smooth motorbike ride from Nong Khiaw, we arrived in Luang Prabang around noon and stopped at Joma Bakery for lunch. And that’s when it happened. We weren’t even there an hour and we
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