The Ancient Ruins of Sukhothai, Thailand: A Photo Essay
Before Bangkok and before Chiang Mai, there was Sukhothai. Often cited as the first capital of the Thai empire, Sukhothai is one of the most important ancient cities in all …
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Discuss: Is It Okay to Charge Foreigners More Than Locals?
I’m not going to lie, one of my biggest pet peeves when traveling is places that charge foreigners more than locals. It drives me absolutely crazy. Some sites are quite …
Learning to Cook in Georgetown, Malaysia’s Foodie Capital
When you think of great food destinations in Asia, what cities come to mind? Bangkok? Hong Kong? Maybe Tokyo? What about Georgetown, Malaysia? Sitting on the island of Penang off …
Hugs, Not Drugs at Chiang Mai’s Tiger Kingdom
Imagine being able to enter the cage of a real tiger. Nervously approaching it, its eyes staring at you with curiosity, you slowly walk behind it; the prey has become …
Gliding Through Chiang Mai, Thailand, with Segway Gibbon
Ever since I first saw a Segway Personal Transporter, I have wanted to ride one. Even hearing that the company’s president died when he fell from a cliff on his …
Flying Through the Rain Forest with Flight of the Gibbon
When I was a kid, I hated anything high or fast; so, out were roller coasters, ropes courses, and ziplines. However, as an adult, I’ve come to really enjoy ropes …