The final night in Bangkok, we had to check out the city from above! Luckily, the rain from the day stopped, and we had a beautifully clear night to enjoy the views at the top of the Vertigo Bar – Banyan Tree. Continue Reading
Thailand Travel

Buddha Day

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Wat Saket Ratcha Wora Maha Wihan (try and say it…), is a Buddhist temple in Bangkok.  It’s best known for its 80 meter high hill called Golden Mount with a beautiful gilded stupa on top. Whilst we were Continue Reading
Thailand Travel

Bangkok

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No trip to Thailand would be complete without a trip to Bangkok, right? We had to see this place! We hopped on a fight, which was loads shorter than what we were used to at just 50 minutes, and it was time to see a Continue Reading
It is always nice to learn about local history and traditions in the places we go, and like to do so with someone who knows what they’re talking about! ‘Phuket Lets Go’ had great reviews, and we Continue Reading
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Eco Tour

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Spring water, salt water, hot water, cold water – the Four Waters Eco tour. This tour was organised through CC’s Hideaway – we were collected in true Thai style pickup truck come bus, and taken to the Continue Reading
Phuket is known for its idyllic islands. It is actually a large island itself, with a crossing onto the mainland in the North. We wanted to see a smaller island off the coast, because, well, we were here. But, you Continue Reading
China is a country of superlatives. Everything is bigger and on an enormous scale! The people are ready and working hard for a better future. You can see it everywhere, in companies, the government and architecture. Continue Reading
798 Art Zone (or district), comprises of a complex of 50-year-old decommissioned military factory buildings, it boasts a real unique architectural style, so impressive to see. It is located in the Chaoyang District Continue Reading
A summer palace, for holidays and time off work – sounds perfect! The Emperor thought so too. It is the biggest garden in China! Also called “Yi He Yuan”, which literally means “the Garden of Continue Reading
We wanted a hike, we heard of hiking the great wall, we were in Beijing… WE HAD TO DO IT! Organised again by Catherina Lu Tours, we set off early, to avoid the traffic, and head to the much recommended (and Continue Reading