How to Experience Chiang Mai like a Local
Chiang Mai is a popular destination for travelers, tourists and expats. It’s rich with culture, many activities, good food, and an affordable destination. The many reasons so many choose to …
Thailand
How Much Does it Cost to Travel in Thailand? 24 Days of Adventure
Welcome to a new series we’re running on Why Wait, called How Much Does it Cost to Travel? Today we are talking about how much does it cost to travel in …
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How Much Does it Cost to Travel? 3 Weeks Backpacking Southeast Asia
Welcome to a new series we’re running on Why Wait, called How Much Does it Cost to Travel? We know that financial considerations are probably the biggest factor you grapple with …
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I Regret Leaving Bangkok Early
I regret leaving Bangkok. There, I said it. The first step is admitting it right? A little backstory: For my first time out of the country, I went big and …
Bit by a Stray Dog in Thailand and Getting Rabies Shots
Yeah, you read that right. Thailand and most of Southeast Asia are riddled with stray dogs. Most are harmless and will for the most part leave you alone. Barely any …
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Teaching Untraditionally in Thailand as a One to One English Teacher
Teaching English abroad is a great way to live in a new country and experience the local culture a bit more in-depth than a typical travel experience. I was looking …
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How Not to Embarrass Yourself in Thailand
Thailand may be becoming increasingly modern and Westernized, but certain aspects of the country’s culture remain quite traditional. Foreign tourists definitely aren’t new to Thailand, and therefore Thai people are …
Trang: The Coolest Thai Province You’ve Probably Never Heard Of
One of the things I love most about Thailand is that, despite being one of the top tourist destinations in world, getting off the tourist trail is easier than you …
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Scuba Diving in Koh Tao
When I was young, I was always afraid of the water. I didn’t learn to swim until well after my friends in school, and even when I became more comfortable …
Packing for Southeast Asia: What to Bring and What to Leave at Home
Packing for any trip is often more challenging than it initially seems. You don’t want to drag around more luggage than you actually need, but it’s also frustrating to manage …
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7 Things I Wish I Knew Before Traveling to Southeast Asia
Southeast Asia is easily one of the most popular backpacking destinations in the world. For many travelers, the region is their first introduction to Asia which means facing a unique …
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A First Time Thailand Itinerary
I’ll be honest: Before I went to Thailand, I just kind of imagined it as one big beach. The reality is that Thailand is just about as diverse as a …