Thailand Travel
We spent 3 days in Nakhon Sawan, a quiet, local Thai city few hours from Bangkok. Here's what's worth your time (and what we'd skip), from Wat Khiriwong to Bueng Boraphet.
Immigration
I wanted to bring a plant home from Thailand but didn't know the rules. Here's how to get a phytosanitary certificate (Form PQ7) in Bangkok: where to go, what to bring, and the mistakes I made.
Krabi Travel
We spent a full day at Railay Beach rock climbing natural walls, abseiling down Bat Cave, and hiking to the viewpoint. Beginner-friendly with guide.
Immigration
I've submitted the TM30 multiple times in Bangkok. Here's how to do it online or in-person, plus mistakes to avoid.
Kanchanaburi
We hiked all 7 tiers of Erawan Waterfall. Here's what each level was like, why the 7th tier was overrated, and what I'd do differently next time.
Learning Japanese
Duolingo helped me learn hiragana and katakana. Then it became a waste of time. Anki, YouTube grammar videos, and podcasts got me further, faster.
Kanchanaburi
Often confused with Krabi's temple, this Tiger Cave Temple in Kanchanaburi has 157 colorful steps leading to a giant Buddha and rice field panoramas
Kanchanaburi
We drove through Safari Park to feed giraffes and zebras. Here's what it was like, costs (550฿ foreigner), and if it's worth the drive from Bangkok.
Sangkhlaburi
Five hours from Bangkok but rarely visited. We spent 3 days at the Mon Bridge, underwater temples, and Burmese border. Quiet, strange, memorable.
Learning Japanese
4 months into learning Japanese by myself, where am I now?
Bangkok Travel
Chang Chui has a refurbished plane, King Kong sculptures, and vintage stalls. But half the food vendors you'd find at Jodd Fairs. Quieter, weirder, more creative.
Chiang Mai Travel
Kew Mae Pan requires an early start and mandatory guide. We hiked it in December. Here's what made it worth it, and what I'd tell first-timers