Cheow Lan Lake Day Trip: Coral Cave and a Floating Hotel
Follow David and Kim’s Cheow Lan Lake day: a longtail boat, Coral Cave, floating hotel lunch and swimming, with useful questions for comparing tours.
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Hotel Tours and Resort Day Passes: Our Video Collection
A hotel room, a resort stay and a day pass offer different ways to enjoy a place. These films show the facilities and experiences discussed in our original visits, from a practical overnight stop to a day by the pool.
Before booking, confirm the exact room or package, who may use the facilities, and whether food credit, towels, parking or transfers are included. A day-pass offer from an older film may no longer be available. Match the current terms to the part of the experience you actually want.
The video collection
Thansila Resort, Ranong: Rooms, Riverside Grounds and Location
Tour Thansila Resort with David and Kim: riverside gardens, rooms and restaurant, plus questions to help assess a stay near Ranong’s hot springs.
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The Galla Hotel, Ranong: Our Room, Facilities and Road Trip
David and Kim review The Galla Hotel in Ranong after a drive from Hua Hin, with their recorded room costs, facilities and dinner at The Farmhouse.
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$38 Hotel with Breakfast BEST Boat Noodles in Bangkok! Mega Bangna Mall Tour
A $38-a-night Bangkok hotel with breakfast at De Botan Hotel, plus Thong Smith boat noodles and a tour of Mega Bangna Mall.
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Hua Hin to Chiang Mai by Air: Full Travel Guide Green Lake Resort Honest Review
Flying from Hua Hin to Chiang Mai: airline, cost, airport transfers, and an honest review of Green Lake Resort in Chiang Mai.
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Hua Hin Resort Day Pass: Movenpick Ansara Hua Hin Resort Day Pass
Dave and Kim test the Movenpick Asara Resort and Spa day pass in Hua Hin, with lunch, pool, and beach access for 850 baht.
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Resort Day Pass Adventure in Danang!
Dave and Kim try resort day passes in Da Nang, Vietnam, ending up at the Sheraton Grand Danang Resort for an amazing day.
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Resort Day Pass in Da Nang Vietnam
Dave and Kim try the resort day pass at Furama Resort Da Nang, Vietnam: beachfront pool, food, and five star grounds without a stay.
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Bangkok Thailand to DaNang Vietnam - Travel Day and Hotel
Travel day from Hua Hin through Bangkok to Da Nang, with the Don Mueang airport lounge and the Sail Hotel on arrival.
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Flying from Hua Hin to Chiang Mai
Flying Air Asia from Hua Hin to Chiang Mai, plus a look at the Sleep Mai hotel near Chiang Mai Airport.
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Aleenta Hua Hin - Pranburi Resort & Spa - Hua Hin Resort Day Pass
A Hua Hin resort day pass at Aleenta Hua Hin Pranburi Resort and Spa on Pak Nam Pran beach.
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Travel Day Hua Hin to Bangkok
Travel day from Hua Hin to Bangkok with a stop at Pet Time Animal Hospital, a look at the USabai Hotel, and dinner at KodTalay Seafood Buffet.
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Sundance Day Club Hua Hin: Resort Day Pass
A day at Sundance Day Club in Hua Hin, with an infinity pool, cabanas, sea views, dining, and a lively atmosphere.
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Resort Day Pass in Hua Hin - Discover the Hidden Gem of Carapace Beach Club in Hua Hin
A resort day pass visit to Carapace Beach Club at the Best Western resort on Khao Tao beach in Hua Hin, with pool, beach, and standout food.
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Join Us For Thanksgiving Dinner at the Marriott Resort in Hua Hin Thailand
Thanksgiving dinner at Amber Kitchen inside the Marriott Resort Hua Hin, traditional dishes with a Thai twist shared with friends.
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Our First Day in Kalpitaya: Hiru Resort
First full day in Kalpitaya, Sri Lanka: settling into Hiru Resort, stopping by Kite Surfing Lanka, and dinner at Windy Waves Resort.
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Celebrating American Independence Day With New Friends at the Anantasila Resort in Hua Hin Thailand
Celebrating American Independence Day with new friends at the Anantasila Resort in Hua Hin, Thailand, with food and fireworks.
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Our Anantasila Resort Staycation in Hua Hin With Room and Beach Tour
A relaxing staycation at Anantasila Resort in Hua Hin with a room tour, beach access, pool, spa, and resort dining.
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My Resort Hua Hin Condo Tour: Questions Before Renting
Watch Dave’s historical My Resort condo tour in Khao Takiab, then use a practical checklist for viewing, total costs and written deposit-return terms.
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Our Day Pass Visit to the Anantasila Beach Resort in Hua Hin Thailand - 10 Thumbs Up
A 500 baht day pass at Anantasila Beach Resort in Hua Hin, including a 500 baht food and beverage credit.
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Wedding Anniversary Getaway: The Wyndham Resort Pran Buri
An anniversary weekend at the Wyndham Resort Pran Buri by the ocean, with resort amenities, food, and local attractions around Paknam Pran.
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Koh Phangan Resort Day Pass at the Panviman Resort and Thing Nai Pan Beach
A resort day pass at Panviman Resort Koh Phangan with friends, followed by a stop at Thing Nai Pan Beach: a highly recommended day out.
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Playing in Poker Dream 8 at Genting Highlands Resorts World - Plus Some Archery
Dave plays day two of Poker Dream 8 at Resorts World Genting Highlands: satellites, Mystery Bounty, a turbo, plus archery.
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Travel Day: Hua Hin to Bangkok to Kuala Lumpur to Resort World Genting Highlands
Travel day vlog: driving Hua Hin to Don Mueang, flying to Kuala Lumpur, then on to Resorts World Genting Highlands.
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The Standard Hua Hin Day Pass: An Honest Review
A review of The Standard Hua Hin beachfront resort day pass: pools, cabanas, beach access, dining, jet skis, and whether the credit system makes it a budget luxury tip.
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Getting Our Advanced Open Water Dive Certification on Koh Tao With Scuba Birds
Dave and Kim earn their Advanced Open Water dive certification on Koh Tao with Scuba Birds, staying at Nadapa Resort.
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Travel Day - Dumaguete to Manila to Bangkok - Our Favorite Bankok Airport Hotel - The Golden Foyer
Travel day from Dumaguete through Manila to Bangkok, ending at the Golden Foyer, a favorite budget airport hotel.
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Diving: Exploring Dauin South Muck Dive & Ginama Point Tire Reef - Stay at Wellbeach Dive Resort
Diving Dauin South muck dive and Ginama Point tire reef while staying at Wellbeach Dive Resort, Philippines.
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Thrilling Diving Adventure: Dauin to Apo Island - Staying at the Magnificent Wellbeach Dive Resort
A diving adventure from Dauin to Apo Island's coral gardens, based at Wellbeach Dive Resort in the Philippines.
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Wellbeach Dive Resort: Our First Day
First day at Wellbeach Dive Resort near Dauin, Philippines: a dive package covering hotel, diving, and meals.
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Travel Day - Boracay to Manila - The Savoy Hotel - No Nongs Fried Chicken
Travel day from Boracay to Manila via ferry and flight, a night at the Savoy Hotel, and dinner at No Nongs Fried Chicken.
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Our Last Day on Boracay - Visit Kudetah District - Fiarways and Bluewater Resort
On their last day on Boracay, Dave and Kim visit the Kudetah District pool and facilities at Fairways and Bluewater Resort.
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Exploring Paradise: Our Unforgettable Visit to Movenpick, Boracay Island
Dave and Kim spend a day at the Movenpick resort on Boracay Island with a resort day pass and daily Chocolate Hour.
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Our First Full Day on Boracay Philippines - Exploring Fairways and Bluewater Resort Boracay
First full day on Boracay spent exploring the massive Fairways and Bluewater Resort, booked through Agoda.
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How To Travel From Manila To Boracay Island In The Philippines - Fairways and Bluewater Resort
Step by step journey from Manila to Boracay Island by plane, shuttle, and ferry, arriving at Fairways and Bluewater Resort.
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Travel Day - Bangkok to Phnom Penh - Is China The Big Boss of Cambodia - Our First Hotel
Flying from Bangkok to Phnom Penh, heavy city traffic, and check in at the Saravoan Royal Palace hotel.
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Bluport Hua Hin Resort Mall and Swensens for Ice Cream
Dave and Kim tour Bluport Hua Hin Resort Mall, from the food court and cinema to its Thai modern design, then stop at Swensens for ice cream.
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Destination Resort Hua Hin - AKA Novotel Hua Hin Cha Am - Excellent Hua Hin Beach Resort
Dave and Kim explore Destination Resort Hua Hin, also known as the Novotel Hua Hin Cha Am, an excellent beach resort.
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Sheraton Hua Hin: Our Visit to the Sheraton Hua Hin Resort and Spa
A resort day pass visit to the Sheraton Hua Hin Resort and Spa, filmed as the family decided to move to Hua Hin.
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KC Beach Club Samui - KC Beach Pool Villas - Amazing Koh Samui Beach Resort
A day at KC Beach Club and KC Beach Pool Villas on Koh Samui: fantastic grounds, great service, and a top island beach.
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Centara Reserve Samui - Our Day Pass Visit - Centara Reserve Chaweng Koh Samui
Dave and Kim use a day pass at Centara Reserve Samui on Chaweng Beach, one of Koh Samui's luxury resorts.
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Amari Koh Samui - 5 Star Koh Samui Beach Resort - Koh Samui Day Pass
Dave and Kim revisit Amari Koh Samui, a five star beach resort on Chaweng Beach, and show the day pass experience.
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Anantara Lawana Koh Samui - Koh Samui Resort Day Pass - Almost Retired in Thailand
A day pass experience at Anantara Lawana Koh Samui Resort, with the family's honest verdict on the visit.
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Shiva Beach Club - Koh Samui Beach Clubs - One of the Best Beach Clubs on Koh Samui
Dave and Kim visit the newly reopened Shiva Beach Club in the Lamai and Maret area of Koh Samui.
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Genting Highlands - Sky Casino - Resorts World Genting - Amazing Place on a Mountain
Dave and Kim visit Genting Highlands and the Sky Casino at Resorts World Genting, Malaysia's mountaintop casino resort.
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Ao Nang Morning Beach Walk - Krabi Thailand - So Peaceful and Beautiful - The L Resort
A peaceful morning walk down Ao Nang Beach in Krabi from south to north, with shops and restaurants mostly open and a stay at The L Resort.
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Amari Koh Samui - Amazing Chaweng Beach Resort - Is Amari Resort Worth a Visit
Is Amari Koh Samui worth a visit? The family tours this Chaweng Beach resort and shares their verdict.
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SEEN Beach Club Koh Samui - How Was Our Day At SEEN Beach Club on Chaweng Beach
Dave and Kim spend a day at SEEN Beach Club on Chaweng Beach, Koh Samui, and share how the visit went.
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Melia Koh Samui - Our Day at This Great Resort on Koh Samui Choeng Mon Beach
A day at Melia Koh Samui on Choeng Mon Beach, one of the island's great resorts to consider.
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Nepal White Water Rafting - Rafting in the Himalayas - Trishuli River Side Resort
Dave and Kim travel from Kathmandu to the Trishuli River Side Resort for a day of white water rafting in the Himalayas of Nepal.
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SALA Samui Chaweng Beach - SALA Resort Koh Samui - Our Visit for the Day
Dave and Kim visit SALA Samui Chaweng Beach resort near Choeng Mon Beach on Koh Samui for a relaxed day by the sand.
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Sheraton Samui Resort - Sunday Bruch and Beach and Pool Day - Highly Recommend
Sunday brunch, beach, and pool day at the Sheraton Samui Resort on Koh Samui, a visit Dave and Kim highly recommend.
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Banana Fan Sea Resort on Chaweng Beach Koh Samui Thailand - Resort Day Pass
A resort day pass visit to Banana Fan Sea Resort on the south end of Chaweng Beach, Koh Samui.
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Everest Base Camp Trek - Day 3 - Acclimatization Hike from Namche Bazaar to the Everest View Hotel
Day 3 of the Everest Base Camp trek: an acclimatization hike from Namche Bazaar to the Everest View Hotel.
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Elephant Beach Club Koh Samui - Koh Samui Resort Day Pass
A resort day pass at Elephant Beach Club on Chaweng, Koh Samui, with a private pool, beach seating, and house music.
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Pavilion Samui Villas and Resort - Day Pass at The Pavilion in Lamai Koh Samui
A day pass at the Pavilion Samui Villas and Resort in Lamai, Koh Samui, with food, beach, and pool time.
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Ozo Koh Samui - OZO Beach Resort - Ozo Chaweng Samui
Dave and Kim visit the OZO Beach Resort on Chaweng, Koh Samui, praising the food, beach, staff, and service.
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Our Visit to Nora Buri Beach Resort - Nora Buri Resort and Spa - Nora Buri Koh Samui
A visit to Nora Buri Resort and Spa in northeast Koh Samui, with great food and service during COVID times.
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Driving from Koh Samui to Hua Hin - Raja Ferry - Vana Varin Resort - Hua Hin Beach
Dave and dog Bella travel from Koh Samui to Hua Hin via the Raja Ferry, ending at Vana Varin Resort and Hua Hin Beach.
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Vana Belle Resort Christmas Tree Lighting - Vana Belle Koh Samui - Luxury Collection Resort
Dave and family attend the Christmas tree lighting ceremony at Vana Belle, a Luxury Collection Resort on Koh Samui.
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Royal Muang Samui Villas: What to Check Before a Day Visit
Explore the family’s historical Royal Muang Samui Villas visit and compare the exact inclusions, hours and costs of any current day-pass offer.
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Jasmine Beach Resort - Lamai Beach Resort - Koh Samui Thailand
An afternoon eating and relaxing at Jasmine Beach Resort on Lamai Beach, Koh Samui, with fantastic food and owners.
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Koh Samui Fishing - TopCats Fishing Resort - Ripsaw Catfish - Giant Featherback - Alligator Gar
Fishing at TopCats Fishing Resort on Koh Samui for ripsaw catfish, giant featherback, alligator gar, arapaima, and more.
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Renaissance Resort Koh Samui - Lamai Beach - Koh Samui Resort Day Pass - Renaissance by Marriott
A day pass at the Renaissance Koh Samui Resort and Spa by Marriott on Lamai Beach, the family's favorite so far.
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OZO Beach Resort - Chaweng Beach Koh Samui - OZO Resort - Current COVID Situation in Thailand
A day at the OZO resort on Chaweng Beach, Koh Samui, with food, resort views, and a COVID situation update.
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SAii Laguna Phuket Beach Resort - Phuket Resort Day Pass - Phuket Sandbox - Bang Tao Beach
A resort day pass at SAii Laguna Phuket on Bang Tao Beach, with the cost returned as food and beverage credit.
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Pullman Panwa Beach Resort - Pullman Phuket - Pet Friendly Hotel Phuket
A day pass visit to the five star, pet friendly Pullman Panwa Beach Resort in Phuket, with pools and great food.
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La Meridien Phuket Beach Resort - Big Buddha Temple - Phuket Sandbox - Le Meridien Phuket
A day pass at Le Meridien Phuket Beach Resort, a local food stop near Karon, and a visit to the Big Buddha Temple.
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Katathani Phuket Beach Resort - Day Pass - Phuket Sandbox
A day pass visit to Katathani Phuket Beach Resort on Kata Noi Beach during the Phuket Sandbox reopening.
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Flying from Thailand to the United States During COVID 2021 - Golden Foyer Hotel
Dave flies from Thailand back to Arizona during COVID 2021, with stops in Japan and Seattle and a COVID test in Bangkok.
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Fishing on Koh Samui - Fishing in Thailand - TopCats Fishing Resort
Dave fishes at TopCats Fishing Resort on Koh Samui, catching seven fish including Giant Siamese Carp and Mekong Catfish.
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Your Hotel Costs How Much - My Trip from Bangkok to Koh Samui During COVID
Fresh out of Bangkok ASQ quarantine, Dave travels to Koh Samui during COVID, rents a scooter, and checks into an amazing Crystal Bay Beach hotel.
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