Archive for the ‘Thailand’ Category

Definitely the Southwestern Islands (possibly), and definitely by train (I think)

By Ubertramp • May 25th, 2008

Soon as I get a ticket, I’ll head out of Bangkok and down to the Thai islands in the southwest. If you picture Thailand as the shape of an elephant’s head, I’ll be travelling from the bit where the peanuts go in, to approximately 2/3 of the way down the bit that roots around your […]



Transport from Bangkok to the Southern Islands

By Ubertramp • May 25th, 2008

There are several transport options when it comes to hitting the Thai Islands from Bangkok – here are a few of them with some tips on how to get more for your money.



(Lack of) Travel Plan: Update

By Ubertramp • May 25th, 2008

With so many new travel destinations right on my doorstep, I feel like a kiddie in a sweet shop. Although getting to all these places shouldn’t be too difficult, it seems that making a firm travel plan is.



Beer, Fighting and Football…and it’s not even Saturday Night

By Ubertramp • May 24th, 2008

It’s remarkable just how quickly things can turn a bit ugly. Last night it did just that, and brought about the first moral dilemma of the trip.



Muay Thai and Bangkok Bridgespotting for Beginners

By Ubertramp • May 24th, 2008

Finally, I get to see the bridge and share the joy - and make a new friend, too.



Not Your Average Garden Party

By Ubertramp • May 24th, 2008

Still closing the distance on that bridge, I got sidetracked yet again. What was in that big, white tent?



The Big Kahuna and the Bangkok Super Bridge

By Ubertramp • May 23rd, 2008

Although still in search of a belly full of Thai delights, I took a ‘quick detour’ on the way. A detour that I hoped would take me to the new Bangkok Superbridge, Saphan Phra Ram VIII.



Bangkok Street Food

By Ubertramp • May 22nd, 2008

With the appetite now back with a vengeance, it’s high time to sniff out some street eats…If you’re easily offended, skip this post.