When you get into the Thavorn grounds, which are vast, you are surrounded by whimsical manicured gardens and animal sculptures, 4 pools (one with water slides, one with a swim up bar), a huge Koi Pond with waterfall in the middle of the Breakfast area, beautiful open air lobby, fitness center, spa and an amazing Zen Garden to reflect in.
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Trip to Ya Nui Beach at the tip of Phuket, Thailand
We wandered out to the beach and it was beautiful….small but beautiful. There were just a few people who were lying around on towels or sitting in the shade of the palm trees. I mean just perfect. We selected our spot and laid out our towel and within 5 min it started pouring down rain…lol. So the entire beach gathered their items and dispersed mostly to scooters. We went across to one of the restaurants. It was a delight beautiful garden atmosphere. That is when I noticed the Black Bat Wing Orchid….casually sitting in a pot near a table.
Thai Cooking Class in Phuket Thailand
Food in Thailand is like a religion. I am not kidding. The food here is phenomenally delicious, fresh, healthy and inexpensive.
So if you find yourself in Thailand you should do yourself a favor and take a cooking class. Make sure it includes a trip to the local market for ingredients. The market is an amazing treat in itself full of color, scents and the sounds of Thailand.
Big Buddha on Nakkerd Hill in Phuket Thailand
One of my favorite places in Thailand to visit is the Big Buddha above Karon. This is an amazing and very calm place to visit. The big Buddha of Phuket Thailand’s official name is Phra Phutta Ming Mongkol “the Cherished Auspicious Lord Buddha atop Nāga Hill” . It is located at the very top of Nakkerd Hill. Construction began in 2004 and is the 3rd tallest Statue in Thailand. The Big Buddha statue is 45 meters (148 feet) tall and 25.45 meters (83.5 feet) wide and is made of concrete and covered with Burmese white marble.
Karon, Thailand-Pool, Beach and Fun
Today is a new day and with Jet lag and not following the golden rule of— You must stay awake until 8pm. We were both up at 4am, as you do. lol However it was a lovely morning and we started with a swim. It was awesome as it was literally on our doorstep,
2008 Fantasea Park, Phuket
Fantasea is a crazy cool place in Phuket. It is a theme park but not one with rides etc. it is more just some way out stuff… Read more “2008 Fantasea Park, Phuket”
2008 Snake Farm Phuket Thailand
Kelsey and I went to the Snake Farm and Show at Phuket City in Thailand. Kelsey loves Snakes…..all kinds of snakes. I wonder what I did wrong.… Read more “2008 Snake Farm Phuket Thailand”
2008 Coral Island and Koh Phi Phi Thailand
We went for a quick trip to Thailand in July..snorkeling and sun. There are very few things in life that are better. Click here for more… Read more “2008 Coral Island and Koh Phi Phi Thailand”
2010 Lets go on a Cruise (Superstar Virgo)
My Mom is visiting and we decided to go on a cruise. Girls only…… Just a quick cruise from Singapore to Penang Malaysia, Phuket Thailand and back… Read more “2010 Lets go on a Cruise (Superstar Virgo)”