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15 of the Best Beaches in Thailand that You NEED to Visit

Anna FaustinoApril 25, 2019

Looking for the best beaches in Thailand? After spending months at a time traveling around Thailand year after year, here are our top picks in the country! In Thailand, most of the beaches have exactly what people are looking for which is why it's a top destination for beachgoers and travelers. I...

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7 Things to Do in Koh Lipe That You Can’t Miss

Pericles RosaJanuary 1, 2019

Koh Lipe is a relatively undiscovered paradise, situated in the Andaman sea, 60 km from the Thai mainland and only 30 km from Langkawi, Malaysia. It’s the southernmost Thai island and one of more than fifty that form the Adang archipelago. The island is covered with lush vegetation, has beautiful...

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11 Things to Do in Krabi That You Can’t Miss

Carla AbanesAugust 2, 2017

Krabi is a group of beautiful islands located in the southern part of Thailand, a tropical country framed in with gorgeous shorelines. When in Thailand, one shouldn’t pass up a chance to visit Krabi. If you're looking for a one-stop shop for incredible beaches, fun activities, and sightseeing, here ...

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Best Ang Thong National Marine Park Tour | Samui Boat Charter

Anna FaustinoMarch 15, 2017

It was the perfect day. The sun was shining brightly, and there was hardly anyone in sight. Together with five other people, we boarded the Anda, a beautiful 38ft speed boat which was going to take us to the beautiful waters of the famous Ang Thong Marine Park. Known for its crystal clear waters, em...

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What’s in the Bag: Island Hopping Essentials

Anna FaustinoSeptember 21, 2016

Island hopping has to be one of the best activities that you can do when traveling around a tropical destination. As soon as I step on a boat, I instantly relax. Wind blowing on my face, water splashing about, and the warm rays of the sun gently basking on me. Whether you’re island hopping around th...

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Top 10 Stunning Islands in Asia That We Can’t Stop Looking At

Anna FaustinoSeptember 20, 2016

Before I proceed writing this, there is one thing you should know about me. I am 100% without a doubt, a beach person. While others constantly have a need to fill their holidays with activities like biking, ziplining, and whatever action packed activity you can think of, I am perfectly happy loungin...

Travel Inspiration

The Philippines Sailing Challenge: What is it and Why You Have to Do it

Anna FaustinoAugust 23, 2016

To those of you that haven't been to the Philippines, let me tell you four words. You are missing out. Home to 7,107 islands, the Philippines is one of the best countries that we have traveled around in Southeast Asia (I admit to being a bit biased as I am from there!) Nevertheless, between it's idy...

Philippines

A Guide to Choosing the Right Thai Islands to Visit

Anna FaustinoMay 14, 2016

It is no secret that people flock to Thailand mainly to be able to frolic in warm sunny beaches with crystal clear waters. I mean, after all, Thailand is a pretty perfect destination for this given its many coastal islands and paradise like places to visit. However, one thing that you will find when...

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Best Things to do in Koh Tao Island, Thailand

Anna FaustinoApril 27, 2016

Koh Tao is a place in Thailand that has been popularized not only by its pristine beaches but moreover for its awesome underwater life. Arguably, the name Koh Tao translates to Turtle Island which some say is due to the shape of the island while others say it’s due to the large amounts of turtles th...

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Koh Nang Yuan Island: Everything You Need to Know

Anna FaustinoApril 26, 2016

Located not too far from the idyllic diving islands of Koh Tao is an island called Koh Nang Yuan. You might have seen photos of it. The enticing aquamarine waters, the white sand, and the picturesque rocks setting the perfect scene. Due to its close location to popular islands like Koh Tao and Koh S...

Thailand

Exploring Isla de la Plata: The “Poor Man’s Galapagos”

Anna FaustinoMarch 9, 2016

After spending a month soaking in the sunshine and surf in Olon, we decided it was time to move further down the coast. Our next stop, the popular town of Puerto Lopez. Although there wasn’t much going on in the town itself, during peak season, it gets very busy as tourists flock towards this destin...

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Island Hopping around the Stunning Gigantes Islands, Philippines

Anna FaustinoFebruary 24, 2016

I’m sure all of you have experienced that feeling of looking at a photo and immediately wanting to go there. This was exactly what happened when Tom and I saw a photo of Gigantes Island. Not long after, we made plans to head to the island, no matter how obscure or far away it was. Two buses, 1 boat ...

Philippines

Two boats moored on the beach of an island

Komodo Boat Trip Review: Lombok to Flores

Anna FaustinoAugust 5, 2015

We were in the Gili Islands, happily enjoying our days biking, snorkeling, working, and getting our travel feet back. After deciding that our next destination were to be Flores and the Komodo National Park, we started looking into how to get there. It would either be a 24 hour grueling bus and ferry...

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