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Ko Tao (Turtle Island) Posted by sasha on Jan 6, 2016
We’ve already introduced quite a few of the Thai islands. Now we’re going to take a closer look at some of the most popular ones, starting with Ko Tao. An Intro to Ko Tao The name Ko Tao means “Turtle Island” in Thai. Although it is a breeding ground for hawksbill and green turtles, that’s…
Scuba Diving on Ko Tao Posted by sasha on Dec 23, 2015
Ko Tao (Turtle Island) in Thailand kicks out some of the most scuba certifications in the world every year. There are tons of shops to choose from, courses are cheap, dive sites are abundant, and plenty to keep you occupied on land in between dives. See what it’s like getting scuba certified on Ko Tao…
20 Reasons You Should Still Go to Thailand Posted by sasha on Aug 31, 2015
In the aftermath of the recent Bangkok bombing, Thailand’s tourism numbers have (unsurprisingly) been slipping significantly. After such a tragedy, it’s understandable why people are worried about traveling to the country. One need not look far back in history to find plenty of other examples – the bombings in London and Bali in the early…