Koh Samui (Samui island): a tropical paradise with Thai flair

While sitting at the Bangrak pier awaiting a ferry from Koh Samui, Thailand to Koh Tao (Turtle Island), I figured I should pass the time by reflecting on my previous experience touring around Koh Sam...

Exploring jungle temples, feeding wild monkeys, swimming the crystal blue waters of the Gulf of Thailand, experiencing traditional Khmer culture…all in Cambodia!

Part of my trip to SE Asia in 2012 involved a few days in Siem Reap, Cambodia to visit the ancient ruins enshrouded by dense jungle. Siem Reap has become a bit of a backpacker’s party town, sporting...

Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum and Choeung Ek Killing Fields

I’ve hesitated writing about this experience because it is so somber and depressing, but in light of all the hate and violence going on lately I figure that this (one of our mankind’s worst a...