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Saudade: Thoughts after Six Months Backpacking
Oh boy – when I started this trip I didn’t think it would be longer than six or seven months. But here I am…sitting on the computer, waiting far too long for the insurance representative to respond to my messages about extending my travel insurance. Excuse me, “Jaques”, I am trying to give your company more money! I’ve had the…
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Thyra Travels: Lounging in Laos 2019
Laos was probably the country where I was the “laziest”. I wasn’t sightseeing every day, I binged netflix shows, and sometimes I only left the hostel to eat. In my defense, I was in less than peak physical condition most of the time but also, I needed it. Luckily, I don’t give a dang what anyone thinks of me and…
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How to Cross the Border Between Thailand and Laos by Land
Sing to the tune of “Slipping Through My Fingers” by ABBA. ~Passport in hand, she leaves Thailand in the afternoon, saying goodbye, with an limp and with a sling~ Woo, woo, eighth country here I go! I am excited for two reasons primarily. First – I am meeting my friend Andrea who I met in Cambodia. Solo traveler no longer!…
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Thailand: Must Try Foods you Need to Know
I have been taking a long break from any sort of responsibility in Laos but I am back writing now that I will be traveling to Myanmar soon. Because I was volunteering and living in a local community in Thailand, I was introduced to a lot of delicious thai cuisine! Papaya Salad: Papaya salad is a classic in SE Asia.…