Healthy lifestyle in Thailand – YES its possible!

Yoga

If its your hearts desire to live a relatively healthy lifestyle, it is possible in most places around the world; even in Thailand, with no footpaths and predominantly deep fried street food. This doesn’t mean that you have to be harsh on yourself, go to the gym everyday and only eat home cooked meals. Its about having a balance. If you only go to the gym 4 times a week, your still keeping your body physical and mind healthy.

Similan National Park

Similan National Park

Over 70 kilometers off the west coast of Thailand lies a hidden wonder. The Similan National Park and Richelieu Rock; one of the most famous dive areas in South East Asia. The Similan archipelago is made up of 9 islands with an additional 3 to the north and further is the Surin Islands. Lying in the east Andaman in the Indian Ocean all the islands are different are have slightly different topography from granite boulders, volcanic rock and sandy bays. But it is what lies beneath the surface that attracts thousands of people from all over the world.

A few ways to earn some bucks underwater!

Do you love the ocean? Can you imagine it being your office? There are many jobs that allow you to work underwater; recreational and commercial however, some more dangerous then others. The list is very long and most jobs are some you would never think of, here are a few to get you thinking of the endless possibilities!

Phi Phi Island

Phi Phi Island the land of sheer cliffs, crystal clear waters, white hot sand and … tourists.

Why women should lift weights

Its a common misconception that if women train with heavy weights they will become like Arnold. This is completely false; due to our body composition and hormones.

Importance of meditating .. for every body

Do you need to reduce stress and anxiety? Increase concentration? Improve memory? Increase creativity? Increase happiness? The best way to train your mind and achieve all these things is through meditation.

Reality behind 10 myths of diving!

Myths vs the reality of scuba diving.

Escape to Fraser Island!

Have you seen the pictures of an exotic lake in the middle of an island somewhere in the land down under? Wondering where it is? – Fraser Island.

With more Dingos then people on the island and a small population of around 200 people you can spend days on end without seeing anyone; living off the land. This world heritage listed Island is located on the Sunshine Coast of Eastern Australia and stretches approximately 1,800kms2. It is the island for aboriginal history, beautiful sunrises, sunsets, camping, lakes, beach driving, fishing, rock pools, bombfires & beach parties, sharks and dingos! A picturesque haven for the outdoor adventurers. 

Superfood madness!

 

 

Super foods bring a variety of nutrition and goodness to our meals. Antioxidant rich, full of vitamins, minerals and good fats, you can’t go wrong. Most are best to have raw, however it is very easy to integrate and create delicious meals out of them. A few of my favourite (from a very long list) super foods are …

Cairns – the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef

Michaelmas Cay

Living in a town in Queenslands far north definitely did have its perks, one of the only places in the world where 2 world heritage listed areas meet, its has the beautiful Great Barrier Reef on its doorstep as well as the Daintree rainforrest; for a nature freak like me, it was heaven!

Inside a dive instructors dive bag!

Green Bay – Cyprus

My dive bag weighs a total of around 15 kgs; this does make it a little harder to travel with but as a dive professional there are a few extras i carry compared to your average recreational dive; but even when traveling it is always more comfortable to own your own gear so it is worth the extra haul! Here is an overview of whats in my dive bag. 

Where is home?

I get asked everyday on the dive boat where i am from, its a question that stuns me every time and i still haven’t quite figured out the right answer.

How to fit a mask 101

I know from experience, it’s no fun diving with a mask that either constantly floods or fogs. No two faces are the same so it is important to get some help when searching for a mask. A few pointers i can give include;

Tips on choosing a BCD!

Mares Kalia & Scubapro MK16

When you look around the dive deck, you will see there are many different brands offering different types of BCD’s but they all do the same basic thing underwater, control your buoyancy. Ultimately the difference between BCD’s are the main features you are personally looking for and comfort.

Thai Visas and Visa Run

If you want to stay in Thailand longer then 3 months, you often have to do a ‘visa run’ out of the country. Every visa has different requirements to how long you have to stay out of the country for and when applying for a visa there are many places that only offer certain types of visas. 

Penang

Malaysia

Penang is an ancient city, taken over by Captain Francis in 1786. It is an island off the west coast of Malaysia. However, nowadays its not the stereotypical island, its more like a hustling bustling town with many high rises. 

Advantages and disadvantages of travelling solo

Crazy, brave, strong willed, ambitious, lonely, adventurous. These are just some of the names i got when i decided to leave the nest and travel solo. Most people do say i’m crazy and brave, but when your on the road, exploring the world you realise how small the world really is and how it really isn’t that intimidating at all. Thats not to say it isn’t hard to travel by yourself; of course it is, sometimes it does get lonely and you long for a cuddle from a familiar, friendly face; however here are some advantages on rocking the world; solo style. 

Phuket

Beach Life

Why visit Phuket?
Phuket has a reputation as a party island; this is true but it is also the gateway to great diving, beaches, national parks and island hopping. Nowadays Phuket, is very foreign as it it packed with tourists (especially in the high season) however it also has rich cultural history and is a place where you’ll find new apartments next to a shanty town.

Why i love living in Phuket

Koh Doc Mai

Phuket is one of those places where many people come for a week or 2 of relaxing on the beach by day and partying by night. When i first decided to move here, many of my close friends (that had been) said i would not like it; its not my style. Now, after living here 3 months i can say Phuket is an awesome place to live!

Diving off Koh Phuket

Anemone Reef

Working for a dive company based in Chalong Phuket, i built a good idea about diving in this area. Our boat visits sites between Phi Phi Island and Racha Noi. Some of these sites are suitable to beginner dives; some are great for certified divers, all in all, they are fantastic dive sites you should definitely visit!