Top 5 things to do on Koh Tao in 2023
Koh Tao is one of Thailands most beautiful and special islands. It’s famous for snorkeling and scuba diving as there is coral reef around the island. Although Koh Tao is only 8 km long and 3 km wide, there are plenty of things to do. I’ve lived on the island for over six months and […]
Hike to Koh Tao lighthouse including map
Koh Tao is truly a paradise island. With its stunning coral reefs that make it the perfect scuba diving destination, this small gem in the Gulf of Thailand also features beautiful jungle and tropical hikes. One of them is the renowned lighthouse hike, leading you to a hidden lighthouse at the northeast tip of the […]
Cost of living in Thailand 2022
Thailand has always been a country I liked to travel. I would’ve never imagined to call this place a temporary home. My first long stay was in 2020 from February til July. Click here and read more about my time on Koh Tao during Covid lockdown. The second time I came around with the intention […]
My time at Beachub coworking Koh Phangan
Imagine you could live and work by the sea. Listen to the waves while falling asleep. Having the best restaurants just a five minute walk away. Imagine living and working on an island. All these things come true at Beachub coworking on the Thai island Koh Phangan. Beachub coworking is located between Srithanu and Zen […]
Mae Hong Son Loop with 125cc scooter
The Mae Hong Son Loop is a really popular route in Northern Thailand. Many travellers do the loop by motorbike or scooter and get to see stunning scenery as well as rural towns. My boyfriend Brad has done the Mae Hong Son Loop by 125cc scooter and will share his experience with you. Read more […]
A moment of realization
This blogpost is a bunch of thoughts I had on a boatride from Koh Phangan to Koh Tao. In fact it was quite a challenging boatride during monsoon season. It revealed something inside of me though which I wanted to capture and write down. There’s no better place to do that than on placesoflinda.
Krabi to Khao Sok by scooter
To get from Krabi to Khao Sok you can either take the bus, a private van or also just go by scooter. Going by scooter or motorbike is the cheaper and more adventurous option which is a little bit like a sightseeing trip. Read more about the journey and why it is worth driving this […]
My Khao Sok experience with Thai National Parks
Khao Sok National Park left me speechless. Located in South Thailand its rainforest offers wildlife, iconic limestone hills, waterfalls and great biodiversity. I joined a two night trip with Thai National Parks. If you want to feel like Na’vi from Avatar this adventure is perfect for you. And the most important fact: This tour operator […]
Traveling to Thailand within Phuket Sandbox
With Thailand opening its borders to the world in 2021 it becomes possible again to think about a holiday in the land of smiles. Thailand is one of the few SEA countries that is open to tourists during the COVID pandemic. However it is not as open as it seems as there are some requirements […]
Traveling Lake District, UK with a campervan – a one week itinerary
In summer 2020, I travelled the Lake District in the UK in a campervan for one week. The following Lake District one week itinerary is perfect for you if you want to explore the area and get a mix of beaches, mountains, lakes and towns. It’s ideal for those who want to start traveling with […]