A Little Excitement… A Loy Krathong Lantern Release
There are so many exciting things in Thailand, but one of the most exciting things to me are the festivals and parades. I went to … Read more
The Original Trip
In 2011–2012, I homeschooled and world-schooled my tween niece as we traveled together through Southeast Asia. Along the way, she documented the journey in her own words—sharing what it felt like to climb temple steps in Myanmar, explore street food in Thailand, and ride tuk-tuks through Cambodia.
These stories are a kid’s-eye view of the world: curious, honest, and often hilarious. While I’ve added a few notes to update key travel details, the voice and experience are entirely hers. Each post is a time capsule from that first big adventure, written by an 11-year-old seeing the world for the very first time.
A Little Observation… The Many Animals of Thailand
I can’t say that everybody has the same attachment to animals like the people in the United States. A lot of people have cats and … Read more
A Little Thought… On the People I’ve Seen
The only thing that I have to say right now is wow. The Asian women who were in Korea, Bangkok and Chiang Mai are so … Read more
A Little Adventure… My First Plane Ride
I can’t even begin to explain the plane ride because it was amazing…but very, very long. Those 22 hours were the longest hours of my … Read more
A Little Thought… Leaving the U.S.
Thailand is so far away from home. There are so many feelings in me right now I could laugh, scream, cry, or smile at any … Read more
A Little Bio.. All About Me Before I Leave to Travel Southeast Asia
My name is Ana and I am 11 years old and in the 6th grade. I have a best friend named Kappy and she is … Read more