Here are a few more photos from the charming and relaxed island of Ko Chang. My favorite beaches were Lonely Beach, Long Beach, and Bang Bai — they were the least developed and most laid-back.
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From the monthly archives:
March 2010
The Thais are a two-wheeled culture.
As a full-time rider back in “my real life”, this thrills me to no end.
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I’ve been slowly weeding through my pack and throwing out all the non-essentials. One thing I’ve noticed is that every gadget or piece of gear comes with a custom carrying case. My Leatherman multi-tool
Companies like to include them because they’re a cheap way to increase the perceived value of an item, but 90% of the time they’re just added weight and –more importantly– bulk. I have a fancy padded toiletry bag that I bought, which has a convenient hanging hook and a mirror. It’s nice, but I can get the same use out of a simple mesh zipper bag and save the added bulk. I’m not really too worried about my toothbrush getting dented.
Look through your gear and see what you can live without. Some careful pruning can save you a pound or more and add some serious capacity to your pack.
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The beach here is sublime — soft white sand, turquoise water, and a steady cool breeze. My $11 bungalow sits right on the water’s edge with a hammock and a view that was stolen from a travel magazine. I should be completely content. But I’m not. [Read more...]
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