A few weeks ago some Andaman Discoveries staff went on a mission to Oliver’s durian farm. Oliver’s been living around Kuraburi for 14 years, and remains defiantly English with a handful of Thailand expat quirks.Continue reading
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Volunteer Competition
The Tourism Authority of Thailand is sponsoring a volunteer tourist, or ‘voluntourist’, competition to raise awareness of socially responsible travel. The Little Big Project selected 10 finalists to volunteer at five destinations around Thailand. EachContinue reading
How much can you get on your truck?
Overloading trucks and motorbikes is common in Thailand. Two parents, three kids, and the family dog sharing the motorbike are a common sight, especially at school dropoffs. This truck is so absurdly bloated I thoughtContinue reading
Anna Flam
Ecotourism Sustainability in Phang Nga, Thailand, internships, students, sustainability, travel
Ecotourism Sustainability in Phang Nga, Thailand, internships, students, sustainability, travel
On Tuesday We Wear Pink
Call me farang. Since returning to Kuraburi, that has become my new name. Farang is a Thai word for any foreigner of western descent. Sometimes it is an insult for idiot tourists. Other timesContinue reading