Laura's first week in Thailand was all about the hustle and bustle of Bangkok-the number one place in South East Asia for vagabonds and backpackers. This city is the place that Hilary has called home for the last five months while studying at Thammasat University. We spent the week: sightseeing beautiful temples, chowing down on street food, attending a Taoist meditation session, enjoying a sidetrip to Kanchanaburi and the bridge over River Kwai, and taking numerous express boats over the Chao Praya River. Here's some images that capture our first week...
The view from our favorite breakfast place just down the street from our guest house near Khao San. Amazing breakfast for no more than $1...don't mind if we do!
Laura's first street lunch! Clear noodle soup and a new favorite.
Enjoying the scenery and tour at Jim Thompson's House were we learned about the rebirth of the silk trade in SE Asia and popular aspects of Thai architecture.
Tuk-tuks lined up near the University and a busy shopping area.
Feeling royal at the Grand Palace.
A familiar view from one of our many taxi rides across the city.
Wat Arun, our favorite temple in Bangkok.
During a trip to Kanchaniburi where we hung out riveside, and hiked up to waterfalls.
Hilary's parents looking bronzed after a week on the beaches. One last dinner overlooking Wat Arun before they head home.
Off to Chiang Mai in northern Thailand...stay tuned!
Happy Trails,
L & H
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