The Worst Bus Ride of My Life
I took the sleeper bus six hours from Hanoi to Ha Giang. It’s designed for very small people. Being 6’1″, I didn’t fit & was in a lot of pain. Then I was crowded by extra passengers sitting on the floor, smashing me in.
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Learning About Vietnam
I went on a tour to HaLong Bay from Hanoi. The tour guide told us about problems they have with surrounding countries; drugs, gambling, and human trafficking.
Vietnamese Prison
I visited a Vietnamese prison. I thought they did a good job of explaining that people on both sides of the war suffered. I was also able to catch up with a friend from home.
Food Tour and Exploring Hanoi
I went on a food tour in Hanoi, where we walked to street vendors and small restaurants. The food was delicious! I strolled around the city, like the train station street.
Arriving in Vietnam
I flew from Thailand to Hanoi, Vietnam, for the first time. I was staying in old town and the streets were narrow and old. The weather was overcast and cooler than in Thailand.
Final Days in Thailand
I spent my final days in Thailand enjoying the sunsets and driving my motorbike around. I met up with friends and reflected on my time there. I overstayed my visa by one day and got questioned at the airport.
The Journey to Dive Certification
I did two try dives and decided that I would I continued open water 20 dive certification, but it wasn’t easy. I got personalized training and an instructor who gave me two game-changing tips.
Dive Certification Failure
My mind wandered, Why am I doing this? I won’t be able to have my mask off that long because water will go up my nose. I won’t be able to clear my mask. If I’m panicked in the pool, I’m going to really panic in the ocean. Do I even want to dive? Am I just doing this because it’s cheaper here and it would be cool to say I did it? Maybe I don’t even like diving. I’ve never even done a ‘try dive.’ I don’t need to do this. I should just give up.
Koh Tao Island
I rented a motorbike to drive around Koh Tao Island and it was a blast! It’s the best way to get around the island. The island was as beautiful as Hawaii, but a fraction of the cost.
Krabi, Thailand
I took a boat from Phi Phi Island to Krabi and stayed the night. I went to the market and met some people from Poland. a woman in the pool swam right up next to me and said I have very white teeth.
Phi Phi Island is One Big Party
I spent a couple of days on Phi Phi Island, partying with some new friends. I drank way too much! One day, we rented a boat and drove all around the island.
Bangkok to Phi Phi Island
I flew Air Asia from Bangkok to Phi Phi Island, which was a disaster. Don’t trust this budget airline. I was happy when I finally arrived.
City Living
I spent a few days in the city of Bangkok. It was crowded and hot! I took advantage of the AC at the mall and took a boat on the river. I was ready to get to the islands.
Discovering Bangkok, Thailand
I went on a bike tour in Bangkok and it was at night to avoid the heat and humidity. I also visited the famous Khao San Road.
Train Ride to Bangkok
I took the train from Chiang Mai to Bangkok. It was ten and a half hours and we were a couple of hours late. We often went backward to make room for an oncoming train.
“You’ve Never Met Anyone Like Us; I Promise You That”
I met some British guys on an ATV tour and they were a blast! I tagged along with them while checking out the bars and clubs in Chiang Mai.
Elephants in Thailand
I went to an elephant sanctuary and had the chance to feed and bath the enormous animals. It was an amazing experience. I also met some more travelers.
Art in Paradise
I went to the Art in Paradise in Chiang Mai by myself. I didn’t have anybody to take my picture, until a girl approached me. Even though she didn’t speak very much English, we had a blast taking silly pictures of each other. It was meant to be.
