After a little disappointment with Lamai Beach, we decided to go even more remote. We took a 1.5-2 hour ferry to the island of Ko Tao. Ko Tao was originally an island meant for divers, but is now opening up for further tourism. We even stayed at a diving resort that held classes everyday, although we didn't dive.
In Ko Tao, Florian got a little sick from the air conditioning, but Florian was recovered by the end of our time. I had time to wander around the small island and it was a little relaxing for the both of us to be away from the hustle and bustle of Bangkok. Beautification procedures are soo cheap in Thailand, the hardest decision is where to go. I ended up getting some Thai pampering with a massage, pedicure, etc. and n Ko Tao. The Thai massage was painful, but felt great!!
Living the business
I noticed that Thais really live their business. For example, when you go into a pharmacy or a shop, they really seem to live there. They are watching TV, eating or cooking. You have to take off your shoes as a sign of respect, since this is their "house." At a larger restaurant along the main strip I even saw people sleeping and relaxing on the floor of the kitchen - not sure how sanitary this is!!
Photos:
1 and 2 - On the boat to Ko Tao, which was about 2 hours or so from Ko Samui
3 - Ko Tao scenery
4 - Florian at our lunch stop along the harbor
5 - The Ko Tao harbor
6 - Me thinking how are we going to get back up that steep path. We were exploring the more secluded parts of the island where we had to drive the 4x4
7 and 8 - Ko Tao beach scenes
9 - Leaving Ko Tao on an old school propeller plane, which of course we were seated right next to
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