by Mark Butland | 11/01/2023 | Thailand2023
A dawn hike to the Railay viewpoint rewarded us with a spectacular sunrise. We spent the day exploring the mysterious Phra Nang (Penis) Cave and the Bat Cave, concluding with another vivid Andaman sunset.
by Mark Butland | 10/01/2023 | Thailand2023
Moving on to Railay Beach, we settled into the Railay Resort and Spa. Accessible only by boat, this peninsula provided the perfect backdrop for a quiet evening watching the sun dip behind the limestone karsts.
by Mark Butland | 09/01/2023 | Thailand2023, Uncategorized
Our boat trip through the archipelago took us to Viking Cave, Pileh Bay, and the legendary sands of Maya Bay. After watching the sunset on the open ocean, we waited for total darkness to swim amongst bioluminescent plankton. Seeing the water ignite with blue sparks at...
by Mark Butland | 08/01/2023 | Thailand2023
Leaving the mainland behind, we caught the ferry to the legendary island of Koh Phi Phi. Checking into the ChaoKoh Hotel, we immediately felt the shift in energy. The island’s car-free streets and turquoise bays promised a chapter defined by crystalline waters,...
by Mark Butland | 07/01/2023 | Thailand2023
Hiring bikes, we navigated the winding coastal roads of Phuket to visit the Big Buddha and the pastel-hued, historic streets of Old Town. On Day 11, we headed to the unique “Plane Beach” at Mai Khao. Standing on the sand as the heavy metal of arriving...
by Mark Butland | 05/01/2023 | Thailand2023
Before leaving Khao Sok, we visited the local Elephant Sanctuary for a moving, ethical encounter that prioritised the welfare of these majestic creatures. We then travelled toward Phuket, stopping at further hot springs along the way. Our evening ended with a complete...
