We Now Say Goodbye
Sawasdee everybody, I hope that this note finds you all well. I just wanted to let everyone know that our Southeast Asia 2010 adventures have come to and end (insert sad sigh here). Today we separated, some of us are returning to the USA and Canada and others are continuing our travels. It has been an awesome run and I am pretty sure Asia will never be the same. We left Cambodia a week ago and returned to the madness that is Khao San road in Bangkok. We were here only briefly before we flew down to paradise (also known as Southern Thailand). We were able to stay in lovely houses on the beautiful beaches of Railae. We went swimming from white sand beaches, scuba diving with sharks and turtles and spent the last night having dinner together and trading stories.
On a very personal note I want to thank each and every person in PD'10 for being so fun, thoughtful, silly and amazing. You have all touched my heart in so many ways and I cannot describe how special you all are to me. Thanks for being an incredible crew. I love you all.
Until next time...safe travels and lots of love,
-Hillary
Here are some final thoughts about our Cambodia days...
Now after visiting all four countries, I can say that each one is 'same same but different'. Each country has its own characteristic and charm that makes it truly unique from the other countries, but for me, Cambodia has thus far been the most enjoyable experience (we still have yet to go to the south of Thailand - so this is subject to change). In Cambodia, a country that has so little, the people and places are full of rich and diverse history. From the volunteer projects, to the homestays, to the big cities, to the cultural sites - Cambodia is packed full of adventure. Two thumbs way up.
-Marc
I have loved all of our time in Cambodia. Not only was building a toilet and house extremely meaningful work, but we got to play with some of the cutest kids too! Even though leaving the Meas family's warm hospitality was sad Phnom Penh was great as well....I saw a water/light show that put 4th of July fireworks to shame! Despite the sweat that has been constantly dripping down my back...i heart Cambodiaaaaaaaa
-Gita
One of my highlights in Cambodia was the day in Phnom Penh when we took a group of kids living at a local orphanage out to a water park. It was a ton of fun being with them as they got the chance to just be kids, especially as they ran up water slides and wreaked havoc on each other (and us) with giant yellow inner tubes. There's something to be said about the importance of play, and mother did they get a full serving. The unrelenting energy of these adorable Cambodian kids left me fully passed out for the tuk-tuk ride back to the orphanage.
-Micah
My time in Cambodia was some of the most rewarding of the trip. With such little money and effort we were able top make such a large impact on local villagers lives. I learned a great deal about giving back to a part of the world I have come to love and admire so much over the past two months.
-Benjy
On a very personal note I want to thank each and every person in PD'10 for being so fun, thoughtful, silly and amazing. You have all touched my heart in so many ways and I cannot describe how special you all are to me. Thanks for being an incredible crew. I love you all.
Until next time...safe travels and lots of love,
-Hillary
Here are some final thoughts about our Cambodia days...
Now after visiting all four countries, I can say that each one is 'same same but different'. Each country has its own characteristic and charm that makes it truly unique from the other countries, but for me, Cambodia has thus far been the most enjoyable experience (we still have yet to go to the south of Thailand - so this is subject to change). In Cambodia, a country that has so little, the people and places are full of rich and diverse history. From the volunteer projects, to the homestays, to the big cities, to the cultural sites - Cambodia is packed full of adventure. Two thumbs way up.
-Marc
I have loved all of our time in Cambodia. Not only was building a toilet and house extremely meaningful work, but we got to play with some of the cutest kids too! Even though leaving the Meas family's warm hospitality was sad Phnom Penh was great as well....I saw a water/light show that put 4th of July fireworks to shame! Despite the sweat that has been constantly dripping down my back...i heart Cambodiaaaaaaaa
-Gita
One of my highlights in Cambodia was the day in Phnom Penh when we took a group of kids living at a local orphanage out to a water park. It was a ton of fun being with them as they got the chance to just be kids, especially as they ran up water slides and wreaked havoc on each other (and us) with giant yellow inner tubes. There's something to be said about the importance of play, and mother did they get a full serving. The unrelenting energy of these adorable Cambodian kids left me fully passed out for the tuk-tuk ride back to the orphanage.
-Micah
My time in Cambodia was some of the most rewarding of the trip. With such little money and effort we were able top make such a large impact on local villagers lives. I learned a great deal about giving back to a part of the world I have come to love and admire so much over the past two months.
-Benjy
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