Gypsy Village Ko Phi Phi Don

... this beautiful place. On the Friday we booked a snorkelling trip in the morning around Phi Phi Ley which is a little island just south of the main one. Just out of the harbour we pulled in at a little beach and watched the monkeys run around in the trees and jump around in the water - they must be very used to humans as they were really tame. It was on Phi Phi Ley at a place called Maya Beach that Leo et al filmed the movie 'The Beach'. As we ...

... way until Saturday when we were due to leave. We were a little disappointed with that as the place looks so much more amazing when the sun comes out, but it wasn’t something that was going to bother us. The ferry was pretty packed, and the sea was a little choppy, but Kate managed to resist the feeling of sea sickness she is prone to, and it went quite smoothly… Phi Phi Island is split into two parts; Phi Phi Don and Phi ...

... on the other side of the world with his mates rather than marking! Good man!<br><br>We spent two nights in Phuket before deciding it was way too sleazy and heading back to Phi Phi. <br>We had a great time out here and it was fantastic to be joined some of by best mates, however if I'm brutally honest I think it made me slightly homesick for the first time. It's generally accepted that most people get a little homesick after a ...

... better, but I certainly came to the wrong place for that! Phi Phi, relative to Thailand, is very expensive. In fact some things were even more expensive than in England (example: a can of coke). The southern Thailand islands/beaches were the logical choice for me because I came in from the south by boat, but generally they are all very expensive - my daily budget had to be tossed by the wayside, as sticking to it would have involved sleeping on the beach, eating out ...

Arrived today in Koh Phi Phi... I am in heaven! I haven't seen much yet, just arrived today. Took the ferry from Phuket (round trip 1000B - approx $30.00USD). It takes about 1-1/2 hours to get to Phi Phi. The ferry was an experience. Completely full, three floors of people. Luggage is taken from you as you board and thrown in a corner. Before we departed the pile of backpacks and suitcases was almost to the ...

... jutting out of the emerald, crystal clear water. It's difficult to put into words just how stunning these islands are, as the boat passed between these islands we just sat slack jawed in absolute awe of the sheer beauty of the ever changing scenery. We've both seen some beautiful parts of the world but this was beyond comparison. This was one decision we knew we'd never regret as soon as we clapped eyes on the place. As soon as we got off the boat we were set upon ...

... to escape the teeming crowds of boats to see the area and went on a short jaunt to the other side of the bay. While strolling we found a campsite in the midst of the jungle with some friendly Thai men starting their happy hour with the drin of choice in Thailand, Sam son Thai Whiskey. The older gentleman, obviously buzzed and quite happy, invited Daniel for a drink (You! Man! Friend! Drink Thai Whiskey!). What a pure Thai moment.

... Railay an. Saskia blieb fuer ein weiteres Sonnenbad in Ao Nang und verabschiedete Andre am Anleger der Longtailboote in Richtung Railay. Mit Kletterschuhen und Hueftgurt ausgestattet ging es nach kurzer Einweisung (Uebergabe der obligatorischen Wasserflasche und Austausch der Namen) an einen etwa 100 Meter hohen Felsen im Strand von Railay Ost. Zusammen mit Todd einem netten Ami aus Californien wurde ich von unserem Guide an die Wand gefuehrt und ohne weitere Anweisungen an ...

... she had in her hands. We were actually dropped off near Monkey Beach and had a chance to snorkel in the waters near it. We saw some really exotic fish with some brilliant colors. Blues, yellows, oranges, etc. We also saw abalone, sea urchins, eels, etc. One of the fish loved bananas. We fed these fish bananas. I don't know their name, but they must have gotten that habit from the monkeys at Monkey Beach - we'll call those fish Monkey Fish. Only fitting, right? Interestingly, I ...

... part of Asia - I think Thailand may be one of the most globally connected and western leaning countries. I think there are more tourists running around Thailand than all three surrounding counties combined. In terms of travel if you are really looking for a cultural immersion experience I would try Vietnam, Laos, or Burma. If you want beautiful beaches easy living and western convenience than Thailand is for you. 2) Recreational drug use is technically illegal in Thailand ...