Fact: Americans CAN drive on the left side of the road. I did. Proof will be provided soon via YouTube. Not only did I drive on the left side of the road, I drove a standard with the stick also being on my left side.
Myth: Most people are not good at driving a motor bike.
Fact: Most Thais ONLY drive motor bikes. Some are perfectly comfortable carrying their 2 kids along.
Myth: Foreigners can only find accommodation in a 5-star hotel or a cheap guest house.
Fact: When you have the right source backing you up you can find a home that suits you and even fills a need for familiarity.
Ok, let me get to the details. I chauffeured W & N around (yes, on the left side of the road) in a borrowed 4-wheel drive Suzuki hard top. I enjoyed every moment! Then we rented motor bikes. Isn't N cute on her bike!!!
W & N found the perfect place for them. It's situated in a quaint Thai neighborhood replete with roosters. We've already made friends with the neighbors who are puzzled at these foreigners who have moved in next door. The neighborhood is complete with a noodle lady, laundry lady, a locals bar and even a nosy neighbor who will fix your Fino when it stalls.
Today we drove half way up Doi Suthep mountain on our bikes. It was getting late and we didn't want to drive down in the dark so we didn't stay up there long. We're planning to go back on Monday and explore some hiking/running trails. Stay tuned...
1 comment:
I love the bike! Still waiting for pics of the house. Hey Julie--glad you liked the map idea. S
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