We flew from Vancouver with Singapore Airlines, but had a stop in Korea to take Asiana to Bangkok. |
Todd investigates some mango and jackfruit while waiting for the ferry. |
One of two car ferries that go to Ko Lanta from Krabi. |
I don't think I'd want to use one of these lifejackets! |
Ah, my hut for the next week and the hammock on the porch. Not bad for about C$20/night! |
Inside was pretty basic with two beds, mosquito netting, fan, and bathroom. |
View of the hut from the outside. |
Restaurant on the beach at Relax Bay. |
Off to three days of diving! |
First dive of the day on some reefs. |
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Safety stop on the way back up. |
Fan coral. |
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That's me! |
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Lionfish -- don't touch! |
Big sponge! |
Sea urchins. Don't touch these either! |
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Todd after his first open ocean dive. |
Imeldia happy after diving. |
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Tanks ready for the second dive. |
In the back of the Songtau the next morning for more diving. |
Doing the pre-dive briefing. |
Ack! Triggerfish chasing my fins!! |
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Angelfish. |
The highlight of any dive trip -- MANTA RAY! |
This one reef actually had three Mantas! |
Baby Manta. |
Happy after the Manta sighting!! |
Typical roads in Ko Lanta. |
Hammocks are everywhere at Relax Bay. |
Amelia gets a hot oil massage. |
Com'on Todd, smile! |
Elke goes for the traditional Thai massage -- about C$8.50/hour! |
Relax Bay is located on a private beach, so very quiet and no vendors. |
My room guest that would always visit after my shower to splash in the water. |
Next to the bar on the beach. Yes, that is a bed on the beach. |
Night shots of Bangkok while overnighting enroute to Indonesia. |
