by mcgarveysan | Mar 14, 2020 | Coronavirus, Destinations, SE Asia, Thailand
Noelle’s thoughts on the road Corona Virus, Covid-19, The Virus: it’s pretty much the main conversation in person and online right now. I’m writing this aboard a plane about to take off from Bangkok, heading to Hanoi, Vietnam. The announcements and... 
by mcgarveysan | Mar 12, 2020 | Bangkok, Destinations, SE Asia, Thailand
Day trip from Bangkok Touring the Damnoen Saduak Floating Market is one item on both our bucket lists! I had this romantic notion of women selling wares to each other along a canal, where I picture an intimate community market in boats. A glimpse into a lifestyle is... 
by mcgarveysan | Mar 9, 2020 | Bangkok, Thailand, Travel
The Grand Palace is amazing, magnificent, confusing and crowded. The Grand Palace is much less crowded if you’re willing to stand in the direct sunshine. The shaded view points go quickly! Grand Palace: What is it? The Grand Palace is 54 acres of glittering,... 
by mcgarveysan | Mar 7, 2020 | Bangkok, Destinations, Our lives, SE Asia, Thailand
The dream versus reality of traveling for one year are similar and different than my expectations. Today I’m going to jump all around the map for an exploration of finances, heath insurance and our relationships as we begin to unravel the past twelve months.... 
by mcgarveysan | Mar 5, 2020 | Bangkok, Thailand, Travel
Wat Suthat proved to be one of the best temples we’ve explored yet! It’s grounds are amazing and the sense of peace in the air is palpable. This is one of Bangkok’s jewels! But first…time for pampering Noelle here: After walking a couple blocks... 
by mcgarveysan | Mar 2, 2020 | Bangkok, Thailand, Travel
What’s the weather like today? Today we’re heading to the Maeklong Train Market and it’s really warm here. Some would even call it hot with a high of 82°F/27.7°C and the humidity around 80%. The weather plays into our decisions about what tourist...