We got out of the hotel today at a reasonable time. It’s not as if we had a huge drive ahead, but in Thailand you definitely need to figure that your average road speed is going to be far less than what you might be used to in other countries. The road quality is generally good, while the skills of drivers here is not. Mix in slower scooter traffic and assorted other … [Read more...] about Day 10 – Fang to Doi Mae Salong and Mae Sai
Day 9 – Doi Ang Khang – Thailand
This morning in Fang started out foggy, surprisingly. I don’t know if I have seen a foggy morning since I have been in Thailand. It was nice and cool, maybe 18 Celsius. We made coffee in our room and, surprisingly, for instant coffee it was not bad. We brought the coffee and sugar from home, and even have a small kettle. Some hotel rooms have them, some don’t. It wasn’t … [Read more...] about Day 9 – Doi Ang Khang – Thailand
Back From Thailand Road Trip
Back from holidays, and will be catching up on posts! First order of the day was to get the car washed. It was dusty, had been targeted by several birds, and had mud decorating the sides. The interior was a bit muddy and dusty too. Took it to our regular car wash nearby (Wash Army), and within half an hour, it was like a brand new car again. It was 200 Baht ($7.99 Cdn). As I … [Read more...] about Back From Thailand Road Trip
Wat Somdet Phu Ruea Preview – Thailand
Just a sneak peek at what we are seeing today. It’s one of my favourite temples in Thailand, Wat Somdet Phu Ruea. We just finished going through it and headed to a coffee shop I had been to before. I sat down and realized this place had a view of the Wat. My camera and long lens was back in the car. I said “am I going to kick myself if I don’t go back and get my camera?” … [Read more...] about Wat Somdet Phu Ruea Preview – Thailand
Day 8 – Chiang Mai to Fang – Chiang Dao Cave
Another day sleeping in, but not too late. I was up until 2 a.m. backing up photos and seeing how they turned out. This morning we debated what to do, and decided we would head out towards Chiang Rai today. I wanted to trace a similar route to what I had done last February on my motorcycle. There are some places I would like to see again because I know they’re worth … [Read more...] about Day 8 – Chiang Mai to Fang – Chiang Dao Cave