there is simply no better way to end a vacation than with a massage, especially in thailand!! the method seems harsh, but i swear i fell asleep while being twisted and pulled in every direction, and woke up feeling toooo perfect. i wouldn't think to waste my money on a massage in the states, but for $10 US for a THREE HOUR massage, who can possibly say no? all luxury should be so available...

can i stay in these sweet crystal waters forever?

rah lei beach is one of the many little island paradises in the south of thailand, and after visiting, my standards have gone sooo far up in terms of beautiful vacation destinations. with caves, palm trees, baby blue water and white white sand, could a girl ask for anything more?

when your budget is low and you're willing to take the scenic route, an elephant ride through the jungle might be your best option... it certainly was for us, and the trip was actually a total dream. these animals are massive and soo beautiful, and seeing the world from up there is something i will never forget. thank you, my friends, for sharing this very precious memory with me!!

some crazy little guys dropped in on our kayaking trek into the lagoons of krabi! the monkeys were quite bold: they wouldn't go until we forfeited the pineapple we'd packed for the ride! after spending some time, we paid the juicy toll and paddled on our way.