Hello all. I hope the Holidays found everyone happy and healthy. Christmas in Thailand was really nice- although I was sad to not have added Christmas carols to my ipod- lucky for my friends around me:) Time went by so fast- my heart was heavy the day I left Ko Phayam. One day rolled into the next- waking up, drinking mango shakes, hanging with the girls, walking the beach, enjoying great food, occasionally mixed with a party full of dancing and falling asleep to the sounds of the sea. I stayed in Ko Phayam until December 27th- beautiful thing about traveling for so long and solo- I came to the island with the intention of staying one week and stayed one month. Spending Christmas on the island was like a home away from home. Aeau made such an amazing dinner and Cha went to the mainland to get a Christmas tree (fake of course). I enjoyed stringing the lights and singing "Oh Christmas Tree" over and over and over again:) A Thai Reggae band came to the island on the 25th. It was really fun- I danced my little heart out.
I took a bus to Khuraburi- about 100km south of the island where I stayed the night before catching a boat to Ko Surin Island. The bungalow I stayed at was a little rough around the edges but the owners were so sweet. I rented a tent, snorkeling gear and booked my boat ticket from them. I walked to the fish market with the owner and bought fresh seafood. He took it back and cooked the most beautiful red snapper and prawns I have ever had. The boat ride took about 1.5 hours. Approximately halfway during the trip we spotted dolphins not far from our boat--- I counted roughly 10. It was soooo amazing- we hung around for a bit watching them. Ko Surin is a national park where the only accommodation on the island is camping and a few park bungalows for rent. Long tail boats leave the island twice a day and take you to nearby reefs for snorkeling. I saw a reef shark and many colorful fish. The water surrounding the island is the most stunning turquoise blue. I saw a 2 foot long lizard and many monkeys. I am currently at Khao Sok National Park where I am taking it easy in the rain forest.
Thinking about all of you lovely beings often and hope all had a great New Years.
Waiting for the arrival of my friends, Kelley, Gof and Karen-- yippy!! I will load pictures again soon. I don't have my camera with me now:)
Hey Bells - glad to hear you are enjoying your trip. The beach sounds wonderful and you know how I love beaches :). We missed you at Christmas but thought of you often, maybe you felt our "missing you" vibes. All is well here, have a great time with your friends and blog when you can. We all miss you and love you. Take care sweetie, I miss our Friday night chats :).
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