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OXA Party on Koh Phangan and Xantiva Ice Bath

I visited a wellness center / health club on Koh Phangan called Xantiva. Apart from a large gym, there are saunas, a jacuzzi and an ice bath. I decided to be brave and take an icy plunge. I got some advice from a kindly Irishman and managed to stay submerged

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An Evening Naked on Zen Beach on Koh Phangan

Zen Beach on Koh Phangan is one of Thailand’s most iconic islands – famous for its nightly drumming circles, fire shows, and its free-spirited, clothing-optional vibe. Located near Srithanu village, this beach attracts backpackers, travellers, and locals who gather every evening to play, dance, and celebrate. During my visit, I

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Koh Phayam Hippy Bar and Happy Islanders

I’m certain that swaying in a hammock feels so comforting because it reminds us of being rocked like a baby. I also believe that being submerged in warm water triggers a very early memory of what it felt like to be in the womb. These are feelings that I have

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Koh Koh Kabana: Koh Phayam

I missed the last ferry to Koh Phayam. If it wasn’t for heavy rains, roadworks, and a military police-stop which checked the IDs of every single passenger on board a big bus, I would have made it. I was in the province of Ranong 10 hours later and quickly booked

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Koh Lanta Old Town to Koh Por

I walked to the far end of a pier at Koh Lanta Old Town and spontaneously jumped aboard a longtail boat that was just about to leave with a supply of food and locals headed towards a teeny tiny island nearby called Koh Por. Apart from an elderly German couple

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Koh Lanta: Can All Chickens Turn Into Pigs?

My week in the little town of Trang was coming to an end, so I boarded my bike which I realised had 345,000+ Kms on the clock. I wanted to record how many more I would do, until realising that the mileage gauge wasn’t even working! I rode all the

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Trang Botanical Gardens and Loud Bangs

I had a vivid dream that I was playing Airsoft and was absolutely killing it. I did a heroic roll which transformed into real life, resulting in me falling off my king-sized bed with a bang! Perfect excuse to get a Thai massage sometime soon. I attempted to visit three