Over the last week or so, James and I have been island-hopping with two guys we met on Koh Tao, Dave and Sam from the UK. It's been good fun travelling about with them and exploring new places.
We have recently had a few experiences that can truly be classed as Thai Culture. On our last night on Koh Tao, the four of us went to a Ladyboy Cabaret, which was an interesting experience. Such an elaborate performance, with infinite feathers, fans and sequins. It is surprising how 'believable' for want of a better word, some of the ladyboys are, clearly they have been through quite extensve surgery and are passionate about the life they now lead. The show was a good laugh, with some hilarious audience participation, all in all a great way to end our time in Koh Tao.
Also, just last night, on the island of Koh Samui, the four of us went to a Thai Boxing match in the town centre, such a great experience. We saw about six fights in total, some lady Thai boxing, some men's Thai boxing. It's such a skillfull sport, it took us both by surprise, with precise punches and lightning fast kicks, you can almost feel the pain after each hit, but the crowd go wild, and I can understand why. For such a savage sport, there is such pride and respect amongst the fighters, in one of the fights we saw, the winning fighter knocked his opponent out in the third round, and quickly helped to bring him back round and check if he was okay (fairly odd, but a nice touch).
It has been good dabbling in a bit of traditional Thai culture at last, and meeting some of the locals. Also, we can count ourselves very lucky that we have not been affected by the recent natural disasters that have happened over the last few days in Japan.
We now have a week ahead of us on Koh Phangan, home of the world famous Full Moon Party, so we shall be out most nights, challenging the power of our livers and adapting to a nocturnal life! Also, both of us are really looking forward to seeing our friends Charles and Pete, who are flying out from home to enjoy the next few weeks with us!
Still realy enjoying your newsy updates on the blog page. How did the diving go? did you finish your exams & get your certificate? & did you see any whale sharks? Where are Dave & Sam from in the UK. Have a great full moon party, please be careful (especially with certain substances which may be on offer.)
ReplyDeleteIt will be great to meet up with Charles & Pete & catch up on their news.
Devastating news about the sunami & earthquake in Japan & its aftermath. ON that note keep safe & Happy.
Mum Gower X
The diving was the best thing I've ever done, so so fun, and so cheap compared to different parts of the world. James and I decided to leave after eight days, because it was getting dangerously tempting to stay there and never come home. Sadly didn't see any whalesharks, but we might go for a dive or two on a different island that somebody else recommended, so we'll see.
ReplyDeleteDave and Sam come from Cornwall, we've been hanging out with them quite a lot which is a great laugh.