Chiang Mai, Thailand

It's my last evening in Chiang Mai, and lucky for me it's Sunday and I get to witness the massive Sunday Market that takes place. People are just starting to set up now and I can see that it's probably going to be the biggest market I've ever attended. I'd say it's close to 10 or 15 city blocks that get closed off for everything from food and drink stalls to clothing, jewellery, and every sort of nick nack imaginable.

Besides attending markets I've spent my time in Chiang Mai cooking! I took two days worth of cooking classes and learned to make all sorts of traditional Thai dishes, including the base to a lot of these recipes - fresh curry paste. The food here is delicious and I can't wait home to come home and re-create it!

Thailand is also known for their massages, and I've treated myself to a couple during my stay here. It's hard not to when an hour costs around $5!

Tomorrow I catch a 5 hour bus to the Laos border where I'll begin my 2 week adventure there. So take care and talk to you again soon!