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Railay Beach is a small peninsula in the Andaman Sea accessible only by boat from Ao Nang. With stunning limestone cliffs, Railway is one of the most famous destinations for rock climbing in Thailand. Covered by jungle, with beautiful beaches and a laid-back atmosphere – Railway attracts a younger and adventurous crowd. It even has a Rastafarian vibe!
From Koh Phi Phi to Bamboo Island
A short ride by long-tail boat from Koh Phi Phi, the tropical Bamboo Island welcomes visitors with a mix of secluded and more popular beaches, from rocky coves to stretches of soft white sand. All are surrounded by the crystal-clear waters of the Andaman Sea and vibrant coral reefs. Covered with bamboo and casuarinas trees, tthe island is quite small, measuring just 600 m wide by 700 m long.
It’s an ideal place for snorkeling or simply swimming among colorful marine life, including “Nemo” -the clownfish made famous by Disney—along with parrotfish and even small reef sharks.
Krabi, on the Andaman Sea, is a place of stunning scenery. Towering limestone cliffs rise from turquoise waters, while hundreds of islands are scattered across the sea, many with beautiful white-sand beaches.
One of Krabi’s most popular destinations is Koh Phi Phi, described by Lonely Planet as a “hedonistic paradise” and by Nomadic Matt as “Thailand’s most dangerous island”.
In fact, Koh Phi Phi is a group of islands, with Maya Bay being the most famous. It was the filming location for “The Beach” starring Leonardo di Caprio. Today, Maya Bay is periodically closed to tourists to allow its fragile ecosystem to recover from the effects of overtourism.
Take a Walk on the Wild Side of Taipei
There is something exciting around every corner in Taipei. Something new, something unusual, something you may want to try—or something you may prefer to keep your distance from.
Get lost at night wandering through night markets, snake alleys and massage parlours. Try a snake soup or enjoy a dinner in a toilet restaurant! 8 strange and unusual experiences in Taipei.
“What I love most about this crazy life is the adventure of it.” – Juliette Binoche
“Hong Kong is a little bit hard to breath, physically and visually. Bombarded by all the visual clutters. Surrounded by waves of strange yet strong smells.” – Xue, Hong Kong Snapshots
Halong Bay Photo Cruise
This is a revamped version of an older post.
No trip to Vietnam is complete without a visit to Halong Bay (also known as Ha Long Bay)—a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
You can measure the level of excitement by the number of photos you take—and during my two-day cruise there, I took a lot.
Around 2,000 limestone islands rise like towers from the emerald waters of the Gulf of Tonkin, creating truly stunning views. Traditional wooden ships known as junk boats—resembling pirate vessels—sail between these dramatic karst formations, passing beautiful caves and grottoes waiting to be explored, slow-moving fishing boats, and sleepy floating villages.
Ahoy, me hearties!
There are places you visit.
And then there are places that stay with you long after you’ve left.
For me, that place is Angkor Wat.
In this post, May shares her journey from Thailand to Lake Baikal, exploring its frozen landscapes through photos and personal experiences.
Sawatdee kha! I’m May from Bangkok, Thailand—a businesswoman, photographer, traveler, and occasional model.