After weeks of planning and prep, I'm coming down to the wire -- I have a ticket to Bangkok and a room upon arrival at a gorgeous hotel, the Grand Mercure Fortune Bangkok. A 4* hotel in the heart of shopping, restaurants, etc. for around 50 USD. Amazing.
Then my son and I will fly to Northern Thailand where another fabulous hotel awaits within the Old City of Chiang Mai. In the heart of the historical center, the dust of centuries surrounds, yet remains beautiful in its classic architecture and style - modern mixed with ancient; skyways to temples - an artist's portfolio.
After arrival, Paul registers with university and I look for a guesthouse for a longer stay. How exciting -- Sunday markets, night bazaars, temples and spiritual beauty, elephant rides and river rafting. What's not to love. Only a few more weeks to go; time to work on my Visa -- hope I get the extended one!
