Adventures of a girl on a budget
One of my favorite countries in the world is Thailand. I may be partially biased because it was my home for two years, but many visitors will agree with me! From experiences with elephants in the mountain jungles, to basking on pure white sand on the islands, the country has something to offer everyone and anyone. It doesn’t hurt that it is also incredibly cheap to travel! Honestly, the most expensive thing during your trip to Thailand will be your flight there. Food, accommodations, and activities will not break that bank. It is the perfect place for any budget traveler to start their adventure: what are you waiting for?! Read my posts for all the inspiration you will ever need.
‘One Night Stay with Locals’ From southern provinces that you may already be familiar with, such as Phang Nga and Chumphon, to the more remote northern provinces of Lampang, Nan and many more, 13 destinations have been carefully chosen by the Tourism Authority of Thailand as part of a newly-launched “One Night Stay with Locals” […] Read more…
If you ever get bored of the usual tourist trail in Bangkok, then you’re in luck! Every other Sunday, the Royal Bangkok Sports Club opens its doors to the public for horse racing and gambling! It is a great way to spend a few hours on a Sunday and extremely budget-friendly! Getting There The Royal […] Read more…
Ahhh Thailand. A tropical paradise with beautiful islands, gorgeous beaches and delicious food. It was my home for two years that flew by way too quickly and changed me in ways that make adjusting to life back in America difficult at times. Below is my list of ten ways Thailand essentially ruined me for the […] Read more…
Elephants are a huge part of Thai culture and many visitors to Thailand want the opportunity to spend time with these gentle giants. I have had the luck and opportunity to visit elephants through two different organizations and can say that Elephants at Home was hands down the best day I could have possibly had! […] Read more…
‘Nature’s great masterpiece, the elephant; the only harmless great thing’ – John Donne Most visitors to Thailand have an experience with elephants high on their list of things to do. In Chiang Mai, located in Northern Thailand, there is an abundance of elephant sanctuaries who allow guests to visit for a day or even overnight. […] Read more…
There is something magical about leaving the bustling streets of a city behind and trading them in for the serenity of nature. For those of us living in or visiting Bangkok, a great escape for a weekend is Khao Yai National Park, located just a few hours north of the city. When my stress levels […] Read more…