Upon arrival in Bangkok, we returned to our old stomping grounds at Kao San road. Things had a different feel from one month prior and the taxi drivers did not seem to be in the mood for bargaining even though they were starting much higher than we had paid one month ago. Things were still hopping though and the low prices for food and guest houses were still great!
Well, after our one-nighter in Bangkok, we hit the bus station to head south for the ocean, sandy beaches, islands, and fresh seafood. Let's just say, it was a pretty easy mark :) Upon arrival at our first stop down the peninsula, we booked 2 nights at a very modern, comfortable guest house.
We walked through the night market our first night and there weren't really any other white people to be seen - one Thai couple noticed we were examining locals sweets but that we had no idea what they were. The woman let us sample hers - it is made from fig that has been mashed into a pulp, along with other additives such as coconut as well as a fruit - they make several varieties. Its the best childrens treat because its sweet, made with fruit, is stretchy like taffy but without the sticky mess....yummy! So we purchased 2 types - we have only managed to finish
off one so far.
The following day, we rented a motorbike to set out on a great day of sightseeing and sampling local fare....which included fish, of course. It was very tasty. I am learning to eat fish in a way I never thought I would simply by watching and learning from John ;)
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