The bus ride from Bangkok to siem reap was smoother than expected. We had heard horror stories about problems and delays caused at the customs office entering Cambodia. Many people we knew had to wait hours getting their visas processed and passports checked. Luckily our private bus was efficient and they had prompted us to get an evisa in advance. The easy entry into Cambodia did not ditract from how uncomfortable we felt walking through 'no mans land' (the sect...

Bangkok It was time to say goodbye to the beautiful islands of southern Thailand. After getting 2 taxis and a ferry we arrived at Surat Thani to get on a night train to Bangkok. We met a solo traveller called Gary who was just coming to the end of his 6 month trip. It was interesting to hear from someone at the other side of their travels. Coincidently his ticket meant he was in a bunkbed next to us. We were impressed with the beds, they folded out and were pro...

The island has reminants of koh Samui. At the pier there was lots of places offering European food, many tourists and Thai people offering taxis everywhere. Our hostel was a 5 minute walk from haad rin beach where the full moon party was being held. Our room was a bungalow with a terrace and hammock. To our surprise there was a pool by the beach for us to use. It was the perfect accommodation for us while we stayed. On our first day we explored the area, mainly r...

Koh Tao Despite the rocky boat ride, I managed to enjoy the journey towards the end when I went upstairs to the top deck. I was feeling very sea sick by this point so the fresh air and wind on my face helped. But it also meant I got to see an amazing view of the island as the boat went round Koh Tao and approached the pier. Koh Tao has been a much anticipated destination for us as many travellers we have met say it's their favourite of the south east islands. It...

Koh Samui Our hostel was situated right on the main strip of restaurants and bars opposite the most popular beach on the island. When we arrived we found Lexi getting off the back of a guy's moped. Unsurprisingly she had made a friend already. Chaweng beach is beautiful - white sand, clear blue sea with rainforests lining the hills that circle the bay. However it is close to being spoilt by the number of tourists on it. The tourists and the over commercialised s...