October 30, 2026
The Comprehensive List of Things I Told My Best Friend Before Visiting Thailand
The things I told my best friend before she came to visit me in Thailand — from taking your shoes off and navigating Thai bathrooms…
The travel journal
Little notes from Thailand.
Honest tips, favorite places, and stories from the little moments along the way. Pull up a chair and stay awhile.
September 22, 2026
25 Things That Surprised Me After Moving to Thailand
Moving to Thailand comes with plenty of expected changes—but some of the biggest surprises are the tiny, oddly specific things you never think to Google…
September 11, 2026
What I’d Actually Pack for a Trip to Thailand
I’m a chronic overpacker, but after backpacking through Thailand, traveling with multiple giant suitcases, and eventually moving here, I’ve learned a thing or two about…
September 6, 2026
My Dearest Seven,
Somewhere between the ham and cheese toasties, aggressively cold AC, tiny packets of toiletries and endless 7-Elevens on every corner, I fell in love with…
August 31, 2026
The Best Chiang Mai Tours & Excursions: Highly Rated Experiences I Recommend
A list of the Chiang Mai tours and excursions I’d actually recommend, from temples and Thai cooking classes to jungle adventures, food tours, and day…
August 31, 2026
The Thai Desserts You Didn't Know You Were Missing
Mango sticky rice may be Thailand’s most famous dessert, but there’s an entire world of colorful, coconut-filled sweets hiding in local markets and dessert stalls.…
August 26, 2026
How Much I Actually Spend Living in Chiang Mai, Thailand
How much does it actually cost to live in Chiang Mai? I tracked my monthly expenses — from rent and food to Grab rides, beauty…
August 24, 2026
20 (ish) Thailand Canon Events You Can’t Avoid
Thailand has a way of humbling even the most prepared traveler. From elephant pants and tuk tuks to suspicious taxi meters, surprise rainstorms, spicy food,…
August 11, 2026
The Best Things to Do in Chiang Mai on a Rainy Day
Rainy season doesn’t have to ruin your Chiang Mai trip. From quirky museums and tarot readings to afternoon tea, thrifting, indoor climbing, and rainy-day reservoir…
July 30, 2026
How Many Days Should You Stay in Chiang Mai?
Wondering how many days you actually need in Chiang Mai? While you can see some of the highlights in a couple of days, I think…