Getting to our resort was quite an adventure! We decided to save some cash and take the train to the airport. It was super easy, but a bit slower than expected. We rushed to check in and found that the Singapore airport is huge! You could spend a day just playing there. Luckily we made it to our gate, showed our tickets a plethora of times and sat down.
Getting through customs was easy and a man with my name awaited us to get to the resort. We had an extremely comfortable van to ourselves for the 40 minute drive to the boat. All I have to say is woah culture shock!! I knew there would be lots of scooters driving through traffic. What I didn't expect was the amount of small children standing at the front of the scooter seat with no helmets! Families of four were crammed onto one scooter, flip flops were the norm when it came to footwear, and rules did not apply. I cringed as they zoomed between cars and sped down the streets, just another day for them.
Next up was a tuk tuk overflowing with our luggage. We raced down a small dock where we had to jump from one long boat to another. I was sure I was going to end up in the water while the men who were no doubt laughing at me watched. But I made it! The view was ridiculous as we approached the beach with crowds all around. Suddenly a tractor with a trailer reversed into the water. One more jump onto this vehicle and we were almost there! The tractor was used to bring people from the water, up the beach, and to a golf cart that drove us to our resort with a cool towel and drink waiting. Talk about transportation!!!
Our room is beautiful, and even though once again you can see straight into the bathroom if you so desire, I love it.
On our first full day we decided to start with a Thai massage. I was folded up like oragami and turned and twisted and popped. It was amazing! Listening to the ocean and a cool breeze all around wasn't bad either.
For the first real excursion we decided on Phi Phi Island. We crammed ourselves and many others into a large speedboat that bounced its way through the water. The trip was not exactly what I was expecting. Our first stop was a tiny bit of very soft sandy beach. Boats were all around and hundreds of people all stood around trying to get the best pics. We did get to snorkel at the next stop. The water was so warm! Not a ton of fish swam with us, but a few cute ones were about. Each stop was filled with hundrends of tourists, but luckily the beautiful water made up for it.
The best part of the day was Tammie joining us at Sand Sea! We were thrilled to have someone who knows more than us about Thailand and can help guide us. Starting with the best Indian food I've had since England!
Railay Beach is an amazing spot. I just can't get over the view. I'm pretty sure a few extra days here could do me some good!
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