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Jenna's First Steps in Asia!

Luang Prabang - slowly but surely falling in love!
Luang Prabang - slowly but surely falling in love!
Logging my first steps in Asia by exploring a slice of Thailand and Laos. I was mainly there to represent Adventure Life at a conference, but I was also there to discover a whole new continent with the help of a wonderful guide. There were cooking classes with homemade Pad Thai, Baci ceremonies and markets to expose the culture and the most important of all, food! My first steps were monumental to say the least!

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My guide waiting for me upon arrival in Chiang Mai!
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Walking street Sunday evening market in Chiang Mai.
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Walking street Sunday evening market in Chiang Mai.
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Couldn't resist a fresh fruit smoothie! First of many.
First Impressions in Asia!
I logged my first steps on the Asian continent today! I’ve been excited about a trip like this for a long time, the kind of trip that plucks me out of my comfort zone. My previous travels have taken me mostly to Spanish-speaking countries where I feel comfortable with the language, or to European countries where the culture doesn’t …
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Red curry paste! My arm was hurting by this point.
More than just a cooking class
If you’re looking for a commercial cooking class to learn how to make Pad Thai, this is not for you. I say that this tour is so much more than a cooking class because it’s equal parts culture and cooking; understanding their family history and traditions, and working alongside them to prepare a meal. The day begins with a tour of this …
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A traditional baci ceremony to welcome me to the city and bless my travels.
The Baci Ceremony
I raised my eyebrows after seeing the Baci Ceremony included on my itinerary at first, but I trusted our local office in Laos that it was included for good reason, and boy was I glad it was! The Baci Ceremony is part of everyday life in Laos. The ceremonies are held for both momentous occasions - a new baby or marriage - and the more mundane ones …
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Exploring the Luang Prabang night market!
Luang Prabang Night Market
Just a short five-minute walk from my hotel (Maison Dalabua) was the Luang Prabang night market. Did I mention that markets are my absolutely favorite? This one did not disappoint. It takes place every night from 5-10pm. Every night! Artisan vendors line the street with scarves, purses, t-shirts, wood carvings, every trinket imaginable, and …
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At the top of Mount Phousi - the view was so worth it!
Luang Prabang - Exploring the Town
Luang Prabang managed to steal my heart within a matter of hours, and it caught me completely off guard. Everyone I met in Thailand who asked me where I was headed next lit up at the mention of Luang Prabang and gave me a look as if to say, “you’ll understand soon enough.” Here I was walking along the Mekong River of a treasured …
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Kuang Si waterfalls. The most amazing sight!
Kuang Si Waterfalls
How can I describe the Kuang Si waterfalls? This is the type of destination where you see a photograph of it in a coffee table book and think to yourself, “there’s no way a place like this exists on this planet.” Well, believe it! Though it draws a big crowd on the weekends - both locals and tourists - it’s busy for good …
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Wat Po lit up for the night
Bangkok by Night Bike Tour
I had just a short amount of time in Bangkok at the end of my trip, but I was able to cover quite a bit of ground on an evening bike tour (14 kilometers to be exact) to get a small taste of the city. Winding through small alleyways, night markets, and illuminated temples, my group was able to navigate the streets of Bangkok in a way we could never …
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My guide waiting for me upon arrival in Chiang Mai!
Do I really need guide service?
As a Trip Planner at Adventure Life, I get this question frequently. "Do I really need someone to hold my hand?" As an independent traveler looking back on her trip, I can tell you that guide service took my experience to the next level and put my mind at ease. Like so many of our busy travelers, I was working right up until the last …
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