I share my short stint in Da Nang, VietNam- including the process of sending a package to the USA. Then I hop on a train in route to Hue.
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Hoi An, VietNam
Absolutely, no questions asked, my FAVORITE place in my FAVORITE country outside of the USA. I continued to extend my stay every day, never truly wanting to leave. Even an ordinary day here had an impactful vibe. I can’t wait to go back.
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Ho Chi Minh City, VietNam
Excited to switch gears and arrive to VietNam, a place I never imagined would be my favorite! I start in the South learning about the French influence, another perspective of the VietNam War, and try lots of AMAZING foods. It’s only the beginning of my obsession with this country.
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Phnom Penh, Cambodia
After visiting the thriving city of Siem Reap I arrive to Phnom Penh and learn about a secret war, a war my country has hidden from me. A genocide! I learn about this my first day, attend a theatre performance and dine in the dark. It’s a short time spent in a sombering state.
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Siem Reap, Cambodia
As soon as I land in Cambodia I feel the euphoria of an energy vortex. I have such a fun time, form a group of 5 single travellers turn friends, and see all the temples! We also check out many restaurants- sharing food, and bars at night. It’s a much needed time spent with a dependable group; I still venture out solo, too.
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Railay and Krabi, Thailand
I visit Railay- stay on East but frequent the West beach often. I go to a ladyboy show and watch a ton of sunsets. Then I navigate my way to Krabi which is a fiasco and not worth my time. Krabi Town would be great on it’s own but not for only 1 day- I thought it would be a convenient stop on my way to Siem Reap. Wrong.
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Laemtong beach, Phi Phi island- Thailand
I stay at a resort on Phi Phi- with a private beach, on the Laemtong beach side. I spend all my time at the beach, in the water and eating great food! This stay is completely covered by points- Travel Hack.
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Phuket, Thailand
I flew from DMK to HKT and my luggage didn’t make it- I talk about how I settle the issue. I stay at Bang Tao Beach in Phuket and find myself crashing a beach party with explosives. Then I stay a night in Old Town before leaving for Phi Phi.
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What’s the capital of Thailand?
I ride a sleeper train from Chiang Mai to Bangkok. Not only do I explore the city, I take an organized group tour to the train to ride into Maeklong Railway Market, then hop on a boat to go into Damnoen Saduak Floating Market. I make a friend and explore more- Wat Arun, Wat Pho and Wat Ratchanatdaram Worawihan.
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Maeklang Elephant Sanctuary
Elephants in Thailand. I had an overnight stay alone with 2 elephants outside of Chiang Mai at the Maeklang Elephant Conservation Community. This is my recap of the Lower Camp and Sky Camp.
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