Travel Daily | Thailand Smile competition 2010

Thailand Smile competition 2010

June 19, 2011

	The loveliest Front Desk Manager Ever! Kittysak from The Peninsula Hotel Bangkok and yes that is a smile! new.traveldaily.com.au
	The smile after relaxing on Kao Tao after the trek! new.traveldaily.com.au
	Local Police force (yes really) at the Dansai Phi Ta Khon Festival new.traveldaily.com.au
	G forces on the River Kwai new.traveldaily.com.au
	Hotel bar on Esplanade, Phuket, September 2007 new.traveldaily.com.au
	Pa Pae Akha villager with guide northern Thailand. new.traveldaily.com.au
	This photo was taken with the gorgeous orangutan at Phuket Zoo!!! Too much attitude !! haha new.traveldaily.com.au
	Myself with my boat driver Jean, photo taken on Maya Bay – Phi Phi Island on the day of my 30th birthday (very memorable moment). He was very nice and I reckon he’s got the best job in the world. new.traveldaily.com.au
	Skip, my husband enjoying the Dansai Phi Ta Khon festival with the locals new.traveldaily.com.au
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	This picture is of me and my partner and was taken in Krabi in September 2008. new.traveldaily.com.au
	Fight night on koh samui new.traveldaily.com.au
	I was on a famil in Thailand and met Rara the elephant at the Sheraton Resort in Krabi. As you can see we got on really well. new.traveldaily.com.au
	Patong Beach, Phuket with local Peter the Puppy (best holiday ever. I love Thailand and can’t wait to go again) new.traveldaily.com.au
	Sitting atop a cliff looking down at Nang Yaun Island Resort which is off the coast of Koh Tao “was a hell of a climb to get up there, but it was worth every bit to see that view!” new.traveldaily.com.au
	This is me and my husband sitting outside on the 23rd floor or the Eastin Hotel and Spa Bangkok having a fabulous time in December 2009 – one of the nicest places to sit looking out around the Makassan area overlooking the highway!!! new.traveldaily.com.au
	Palong village nth Thailand – toothless woman – what a smile!! new.traveldaily.com.au
	My brother Daniel and I bamboo rafting down down Mae Taeng River in Hill Tribes of Chiang Mai. new.traveldaily.com.au
	Here is my picture taken with a local girl from the Akha Hilltribe in Mae Salong, Chiang Rai. new.traveldaily.com.au
	In Phuket with the E- BABES !! new.traveldaily.com.au
	Photo taken in Phuket on an Ox Cart Ride, on our Khao Sok Jungle Safari Tour. new.traveldaily.com.au
	Baby tiger feeding @ safari World Bangkok new.traveldaily.com.au
	Easy snake, just don’t hug me ya!!! new.traveldaily.com.au
	Our happy tour guide taking us on an island hopping excursion from Raleigh Beach. new.traveldaily.com.au
	Bangkok Temple – one of the beautiful temples in BKK new.traveldaily.com.au
	Big smiles at a beachside restaurant on Koh Samui. new.traveldaily.com.au
	This photo was taken by myself during a Traditional Thai cooking class in downtown Bangkok. Aroi Muk! new.traveldaily.com.au
	Tiger Temple located near Kanchanaburi new.traveldaily.com.au
	My daughter’s smile shows her love for animals in these pictures taken at Tiger Temple Kanchanaburi new.traveldaily.com.au
	One of my favorite Thailand pictures of my children “all smiles” enjoying the pool at The Kamala Beach Resort in Phuket. Because we know – happy children means happy parents. Aaah finally I could relax by the pool and enjoy the warm Thai Sun – What bliss!!! new.traveldaily.com.au
	Taken during a trip last year to Krabi new.traveldaily.com.au
	This lovely lady’s name is Lek and she always had a smile for us, every time we visited her at her shop called Valentino’s in beautiful Kata Beach. I took this photo just recently while visiting Thailand with my twin sister who is recovering from breast cancer. We can’t wait to get back to Thailand! new.traveldaily.com.au
	“Always smile when you do business in Thailand”- taken on Koh Sarn Road in Bangkok. new.traveldaily.com.au
	Taken in Koh Samui for Christmas Eve.. Our Samui Santa.. !!! he looks pretty smiley.. new.traveldaily.com.au
	“This is me in downtown Phuket – this baby elephant was just wandering the streets when I was shopping” new.traveldaily.com.au
	One Shy Lone Smile in a sea of Wonder – Chaing Mai Village (Trekking) new.traveldaily.com.au
	This is a photo of my son, David, having a night out at Bangla Road Phuket. David was with me on a family holiday to Phuket. The whole family of 5 went and we all say it was the best holiday we have ever had together. It’s all about the destination and the people you meet along the way. [As well as the people you travel with.] new.traveldaily.com.au
	A photo from my trip to Phuket. It was so much fun to feed the elephants after our jungle safari. new.traveldaily.com.au
	Here is a picture of me sailing around the Phuket Islands. new.traveldaily.com.au
	Two lovely ladies in a laundromat in Bangkok. This was taken in April, during the red shirt protests, I loved how they manage to give such a genuinely warm smile even during troubled times. new.traveldaily.com.au
	Not sure how many photos are allowed but I couldn’t choose, we have so many smile on dial photos, cause we didn’t stop smiling our whole holiday. new.traveldaily.com.au
	Photo of my husband taken on our honeymoon at Patong Beach, Phuket. new.traveldaily.com.au
	This is me in Thailand, Chiang Mai….. my beautiful big hairy friend made me laugh with his wet, snotty trunk!! Haha Fingers crossed this is a winner! new.traveldaily.com.au
	Photo of me and my partner Andy, we are visiting the ‘Phrathat Doi Gongmoo Temple’ in Mae Hong Son, Northern Thailand. Beautiful and amazing views! new.traveldaily.com.au
	Karen village Pa Pae area nth Thailand – mum and kids new.traveldaily.com.au
	Taken during a trip last year to Krabi new.traveldaily.com.au
	A picture of my boyfriend Kyle on Bangla Road Phuket whilst we were on holiday a few years ago. Is the Monkey smiling too?? new.traveldaily.com.au
	This photo was taken in Patong Phuket along the main beach road at night when one of the street vendors came up and (literally!) yelled out ‘my friend!’ Then threw this huge lizard on my arm, as you can tell from my ‘smile’ I didn’t exactly feel 100% comfortable that he wouldn’t scratch me to death or claw my eyes out, very funny now when I look at this photo nevertheless! new.traveldaily.com.au
	2 pics taken during a 4 day trek near Chiang Mai new.traveldaily.com.au
	My friend in grand palace – bkk new.traveldaily.com.au
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	Who wouldn’t smile when holidaying on Phi Phi island or having a beer in Phuket My family trip to Thailand new.traveldaily.com.au
	Sorry, this is not your lunch! new.traveldaily.com.au
	Old Chiangmai Thailand Cultural Centre- Khantoke dinner new.traveldaily.com.au
	Bang La Road, Phuket, September 2007 new.traveldaily.com.au
	My daughter Larissa, taken in the back of a tuk tuk in Phuket, during our Sun Princess cruise last year. Clearly, she had a ball on our Thailand holiday – it would be lovely to go back again. new.traveldaily.com.au
	I think this photo has a fantastic Thai smile. This photo was taken in Mae Sot in July 1999 while I was on a famil with Venture Holidays. new.traveldaily.com.au
	Renay and Ashlee said: The best way to put a smile on your dial is to put smiles on others dials. Receiving lots and lots of smiles from the orphanage last Christmas giving rather than receiving is the best way to put a memorable “smile on your Dial”. new.traveldaily.com.au
	My favourite photo: cuddling a “gentle giant” during a visit to an Elephant sanctuary. new.traveldaily.com.au
	Tiger Temple – Kanchanaburi I met this guy, can’t recall his name, but I was smiling ear to ear that I managed to walk out with all limbs still attached!! new.traveldaily.com.au
	This is me in water near Krabi. Keeping cool. Who wouldn’t be smiling with water like that!! new.traveldaily.com.au
	Tiger Temple – So excited to hold one of my favourite animals…(Tiger Temple in Kanchanaburi) new.traveldaily.com.au
	Photo of me at the Tiger Temple in Kanchanaburi. He was so cute !! new.traveldaily.com.au
	Renay and Ashlee said: The best way to put a smile on your dial is to put smiles on others dials. Receiving lots and lots of smiles from the orphanage last Christmas giving rather than receiving is the best way to put a memorable “smile on your Dial”. new.traveldaily.com.au
	My son Sam Robertson (6 years) munching on the delightful fruits on offer at Tantawan Restuarant, Thara Patong Beach Resort, Phuket – 2004. new.traveldaily.com.au
	These are two my favourite pics attached from a work tour I did last June – these are taken in Phuket…. One with everyone in the back of a Tuc Tuc (after a great night out) and the other of all the girls getting flowers from some lovely Thai men.. new.traveldaily.com.au
	This little girl in Phuket was all smiles after we bought her whole tray of jewellery from her including her hats! We certainly got the thumbs up. new.traveldaily.com.au
	Photo taken in Bangkok at the Grand Palace … it’s Thai & Different! new.traveldaily.com.au
	Welcome to Patong! The bright lights and warm nights makes this place the best! new.traveldaily.com.au
	Photo of myself taken in Thailand last October riding in the back of a tuk tuk- thumbs up and smiles all round for Thailand! new.traveldaily.com.au
	Me sitting in a Tuktuk in Bangkok new.traveldaily.com.au
	2 photos from my last Thailand holiday. In the photos: Kylie McDougall – TravelManagers, Gladesville, and Tanyu Cilek – Travel Managers Head Office new.traveldaily.com.au
	Koh Samui on Chaweng Beach – Colleen Brookhouse in photo new.traveldaily.com.au
	Who wouldn’t smile when holidaying on Phi Phi island or having a beer in Phuket My family trip to Thailand new.traveldaily.com.au
	My daughter Larissa on a speedboat. new.traveldaily.com.au
	Playing with my mate at the Tiger Temple new.traveldaily.com.au
	Viewing busy streets of Patong, Phuket through heart shape glasses. new.traveldaily.com.au
	This photo was taken in a Hill Tribe in Chang Mai. Amazing trip! new.traveldaily.com.au
	Tania Verscharen and Karen Hitchings pictured at the Elephant Camp, Khao Lak. new.traveldaily.com.au
	This was taken of me in Hua Hin outside the ladyboy show in the Town. new.traveldaily.com.au
	My friend Vinnie receiving a kiss from an elephant, Elephant Nature Park, Chiang Mai province, Thailand. new.traveldaily.com.au
	A young Thai lady beating me at connect four in Phuket! new.traveldaily.com.au
	Phrao Chiang Dao area nth Thailand – Me and Johnny after the mud on same trek as above [favourite!!] new.traveldaily.com.au
	Visiting Phuket for the first time. new.traveldaily.com.au
	Photo of my friend taken on Bangla Road, Phuket whilst enjoying the nightlife – with a big smile! We bought the hat off someone who was selling them as we walked along and it sums up how much fun the trip was! new.traveldaily.com.au
	Our family just had a holiday in Phuket last March. We had a fantastic time. Here’s a photo of myself and partner Steve, off the coast of Phuket, on our way to go Sea Canoeing. new.traveldaily.com.au
	Tiger Temple – My husband Darko having a great time with one of the pussy cats (Tiger Temple in Kanchanaburi) new.traveldaily.com.au
	This photo was taken in Siam Safari Phuket Thailand of a local Thai man, I think he has the best smile…. What do you think? new.traveldaily.com.au
	Myself & the orangutan at Phuket zoo. new.traveldaily.com.au
	Kanchanaburi River Bamboo Rafting – My husband and I enjoying bamboo rafting down the river in Kanchanaburi area new.traveldaily.com.au
	Pi Leh Bay, Koh Phi Phi Leh (Phi Phi Islands) new.traveldaily.com.au
	My favourite smile taken in Thailand. The shy grin of a young local girl we met on beautiful Poda Island during a snorkeling trip in 2007. new.traveldaily.com.au
	Akha Hill tribe – North Thailand new.traveldaily.com.au
	My partner Dane Hunt, on our holiday to Thailand. This photo was taken on a day trip to Phi Phi Island. This photo always makes me smile, I like to call him my “Scuba Steve” hehe!!!! new.traveldaily.com.au
	2 photos taken in Phuket, both at Phuket Zoo. new.traveldaily.com.au
	Picture of me in Thailand cuddling a cute Tiger at the Tiger Temple. new.traveldaily.com.au
	My husband’s proposal after dinner at the Ban Thai Hotel in Phuket. A love heart smiling! new.traveldaily.com.au
	A photo of me and a beautiful “artist apprentice” elephant with the masterpiece that he had just created. Location – Maesa Elephant Camp near Chiang Mai. Hope this lovely elephant smile will give me a chance to see this amazing country and people soon again. new.traveldaily.com.au
	Say ‘cheese’ from Mr Tiger at the tiger temple. new.traveldaily.com.au
	This is me taken at Koh Samui Zoo last July. Taken days before my partner of 15 years proposed! I didn’t get a smiley photo of that-I was in too much shock! We are getting married 9th October this year. Would love to have our honeymoon back where it all began. new.traveldaily.com.au
	Pa Pae Nth Thailand – Me and Johnny cleaner trek new.traveldaily.com.au
	My girlfriend and I in Phi Phi Island – Ready for some snorkelling in the beautiful turquoise water! new.traveldaily.com.au
	This is a photo of me taken last year at the Phuket Island Safari. new.traveldaily.com.au
	My photo was taken at the Elephant Nature Park in Chiang Mai, we spent two wonderful days walking with the elephants, not riding them, bathing them, feeding them and I was so fond of them I got a kiss from one of them! I reckon the elephant looks pretty happy about it! I was actually puckering my lips in readiness! new.traveldaily.com.au
	Photographs taken on a recent trip to Thailand where my husband and I were married!! We absolutely love Thailand which is why we married there with 30 close family and friends….it really was heaven on earth! Mum and myself walking down the sand aisle on the beach at the Le Meridien Khao Lak, Thailand (think this was one of the happiest moments of my life). new.traveldaily.com.au
	Phrao Chiang Dao area – Johnny before the mud on trek new.traveldaily.com.au
	Floating market- Dumnoen Saduak- Bangkok new.traveldaily.com.au
	I couldn’t wipe the smile off my face when I got to meet & interact with these incredible beasts so closely in Kanchanaburi, Thailand. I was grinning all day! new.traveldaily.com.au
	This photo was taken at the Tiger Temple in Khanchanburi. The kitty is a 4 month old female, and she stole my heart. I was able to bottle feed her as well. PURE BLISS. new.traveldaily.com.au
	This was taken on our first night out in Bangla Road Phuket in October last year. We had the most amazing time! Would love to get back a.s.a.p! new.traveldaily.com.au
	This photo is of my son Jake, enjoying his first ever buffet breakfast at Centara Karon Resort. He is yet to learn the art of eating a bun without getting flour over your face! new.traveldaily.com.au
	My family and friends having a blast in Phuket. new.traveldaily.com.au
	These pics were taken at ‘Siam Safari’ in Phuket. Here is the story behind them. This was my first ever holiday overseas and it’s safe to say that this is where I got a taste for travel. The reason that I love this photo so much is because it is of my mother, who came with me to Thailand. It is extremely rare to have a photo of my mum- much less her smiling in it. I think in all my 28 years, this is one of the only photos that I have managed to get of her! The photo is so special because not long after this photo was taken, my mum had an accident and is now house-bound and basically quite limited even walking. This photo reminds me of the amazing time we shared in Phuket when she was well. Since I have begun working in the travel industry, mum has taken so much pleasure in hearing of my little adventures travelling, but I have only ever been able to afford to go away for a weekend! So far I have been to Auckland in a weekend and Singapore in a weekend. So I have learnt how to make the most out of a short amount of time! If I won this competition, I would take my niece with me who also works in the travel industry as a travel consultant. She has never been to Thailand and I think she would really benefit in her sales to experience the country first hand- and to be moved and delighted by the amazing sights and locals (oh and delectable food)! new.traveldaily.com.au
	Akha villager Nth Thailand new.traveldaily.com.au
	Photo of myself and my mum doing an elephant trek in Thailand…..!!! Big smiles from both 🙂 new.traveldaily.com.au
	Here is a picture of my parents sailing around the Phuket islands. new.traveldaily.com.au
	River Kwai Village – The most amazing scenery and property in the wilderness of Kanchanaburi area new.traveldaily.com.au
	The girls down Bangla Road Phuket new.traveldaily.com.au
	Nice old lady in a village we trekked to from CNX new.traveldaily.com.au
	Photo of me on an elephant in Chiang Mai. new.traveldaily.com.au
	My daughter with her new friend at River Khwai new.traveldaily.com.au
	2 photos from my last Thailand holiday. In the photos: Kylie McDougall – TravelManagers, Gladesville, and Tanyu Cilek – Travel Managers Head Office new.traveldaily.com.au
	This picture is of myself on Koh Phi Phi island exploring the luscious jungle area on the island. This photo was taken on a personal holiday. new.traveldaily.com.au
	Photo is of two boys who were helping their mum prepare for Loy Krathong. It was taken at a ferry stop next to the Chao Phraya in Bangkok. new.traveldaily.com.au
	Driving a tuk tuk in Patong, Phuket. new.traveldaily.com.au
	A photo I took of my husband when we were mopeding around in the Laguna Beach area Phuket. There was an elephant in the parkland area in the background. new.traveldaily.com.au
	2 photos taken in Phuket, both at Phuket Zoo. new.traveldaily.com.au
	Taken during a trip last year to Krabi new.traveldaily.com.au
	2 pics taken during a 4 day trek near Chiang Mai new.traveldaily.com.au
	Tiger Temples Kanchanaburi Best Smile I could have with a Tiger that size on my lap!!! Amazing experience. new.traveldaily.com.au
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	My friend Keaw, the photo was taken at Karon beach, Phuket. new.traveldaily.com.au
	I think the elephant has the biggest smile. The photo (of me with bananas) was taken while holidaying in Chiang Mai during December 2009. new.traveldaily.com.au
	My favourite smile in Thailand. It’s a bit of an unusual entry, but then medical tourism seems to be booming in Thailand these days! The picture is of myself, just after I had given birth to my first born, a daughter Abby at Bangkok Hospital, Bangkok in May 2007. Whilst she wasn’t exactly smiling, I was beaming. There is nothing like the smile on a face of a new mum! And I would love to take her back to her birth place. new.traveldaily.com.au
	This towel origami gave me a huge smile – I’d never seen it before! My boyfriend and I were staying at Ramayana, Koh Chang. new.traveldaily.com.au
	This is best smile I can manage, tucking into snake soup on the Koh San Road. new.traveldaily.com.au
	Khao Lak with one of the tour guides about to take us (Andrew and myself) to the Similan Islands – he also does a cabaret show by night. new.traveldaily.com.au
	These are two my favourite pics attached from a work tour I did last June – these are taken in Phuket…. One with everyone in the back of a Tuc Tuc (after a great night out) and the other of all the girls getting flowers from some lovely Thai men.. new.traveldaily.com.au
	This Picture was taken at James Bond Island ( Phuket ) with our friendly guide we met on the tour. new.traveldaily.com.au
	This is me – Natasha Wynne, at the Tiger Temple in Kachanburi in Thailand. This is the ‘alpha male’ after his feed… new.traveldaily.com.au
	This was at the Outrigger Phuket Laguna. Awesome hotel and we were sooooooooooo happy to arrive after a long flight via KL. new.traveldaily.com.au
	Palong Phrao Chiang Dao area – local with child new.traveldaily.com.au
	Riding the elephant in Phuket. new.traveldaily.com.au
	Sawadeka with the Longneck ladies of Mae Hong Son new.traveldaily.com.au
	Photo of myself with local girls in a beauty parade during Loi Krathong festival “festival of lights” in Kao Lak last November. new.traveldaily.com.au
	Kanchanaburi Elephant Ride – My husband and I visiting one of the villages with working elephants in Kanchanaburi area new.traveldaily.com.au
	My daughter’s smile shows her love for animals in these pictures taken at Tiger Temple Kanchanaburi new.traveldaily.com.au
	We had a great time in Thailand attending my brother’s wedding to his Thai girlfriend Natty. I took this photo of the SMILE on their DIAL the day before the wedding – watching a magical sunset in Koh Samui. new.traveldaily.com.au
	This was taken at Safari World Bangkok in 2007… new.traveldaily.com.au
	Thai friends enjoying the Bangkok Vinmanmek Mansion new.traveldaily.com.au
	My daughter is all smiles at Golden Mount – Wat Saket Temple Bangkok Thailand new.traveldaily.com.au
	My friend Agatha (one of the wedding guests) at a restaurant in Phuket with her best smile! new.traveldaily.com.au
	All smiles at The Blue Marine Resort Pool Bar in Patong, Phuket. new.traveldaily.com.au
	This is a picture of my boss whilst we were taking a three day shopping trip to Bangkok. As you can see she is enjoying herself. new.traveldaily.com.au
	Tiger Temple – how cute are they when they are little? (Tiger Temple in Kanchanaburi) new.traveldaily.com.au
	Stuart Ingram on a sea canoe in Krabi new.traveldaily.com.au
	This is a picture taken of my husband Nick and the hotels fitness instructor at the Sofitel in Krabi Thailand. I love this photo as it shows how warm and welcoming the Thai people are. Let’s hope we get to go again. new.traveldaily.com.au
	Riding the elephant in Phuket. new.traveldaily.com.au
	I snapped this gorgeous smile photo at Kanchanaburi Tiger Temple last year. new.traveldaily.com.au
	Me with a baby elephant at the Sheraton Grande Laguna in Phuket last month. new.traveldaily.com.au
	Photo is of Our Elephant Trek Guide in my trip to Phuket. new.traveldaily.com.au
	This a picture of myself “Getting friendly with the elephants at Mae Sa Elephant Camp Chiang Mai” on an agent famil. new.traveldaily.com.au
	My picture of me “Smiling away at Phuket Zoo with a Beautiful Orangutan!” new.traveldaily.com.au
	My new friend the hairdresser on khoasan road new.traveldaily.com.au
	This was taken on an elephant riding tour we did while on a holiday in Phuket. Pretty big smile!! new.traveldaily.com.au
	Maetamann Elephant Camp – Chiangmai new.traveldaily.com.au
	Diamond Cliff Resort and Spa, Phuket, September 2007 new.traveldaily.com.au
	Photo is of my Husband Joe and twin daughter Vinessa and Rosanna on an Elephant Trek taken while holidaying in Phuket. new.traveldaily.com.au
	Myself & the orangutan at Phuket zoo. new.traveldaily.com.au
	A local fruit cart vendor in Patong, Phuket Thailand. new.traveldaily.com.au
	My husband and daughter on our family trip to Phuket – enjoying their first ever elephant ride. new.traveldaily.com.au
	This photo is taken at the Le Meridien Hotel in Phuket where we were lucky enough to have my favourite elephant come and visit us. new.traveldaily.com.au
	Koh Samui – Andrew Brookhouse in photo (my husband) new.traveldaily.com.au
	This photo was taken at Maya Bay near Phi Phi Island in Thailand on a recent holiday with my family. I’m the one in the middle with my sister and niece. new.traveldaily.com.au
	Photo taken up in Chiang Mai while visiting the Hill Tribe, I find it very authentic and inspiring. new.traveldaily.com.au
	Here’s a picture of me taking a fellow tourist on a Cylo Ride…..it’s actually in Hanoi Vietnam, as I haven’t been to Thailand so really, really, really need to win so I can go….. new.traveldaily.com.au
	Picture is of me during a trip I took to Krabi late last year. The photo was taken on the beautiful beach of Ao-Nang! new.traveldaily.com.au
	The Photo was taken on my holidays in Phuket at Phuket Zoo, it was such a special day for me holding a baby Thai monkey. Smiles all round. new.traveldaily.com.au
	The best smile I saw during my 3 week Thailand trip. I photographed this local lady in Bangkok at the famous floating market. She was selling dumplings from her boat. As you can see she’s confirming her customer wants 2 dumplings. new.traveldaily.com.au
	My daughter’s smile shows her love for animals in these pictures taken at Tiger Temple Kanchanaburi new.traveldaily.com.au
	Picture of me on the boat heading out to visit beautiful Phi Phi Island! new.traveldaily.com.au
	Picture taken of my 2 year old daughter, Ciara on arrival to the Katathani Resort in Phuket April 2010. new.traveldaily.com.au
	This photo was taken at the Maesa Elephant Camp in Chiang Mai. new.traveldaily.com.au
	This photo was taken in the Chang Mai night market bazaar. I think I really captured the joy of her joking with her friends at me eating the bugs I bought from her. new.traveldaily.com.au
	This photo was taken on 5 March 2007 and is of my husband. It was taken during a trip to Chiang Mai and then Laos – no educational here!! (It should be pointed out that I am returning back to the industry that I love after an extended break). We were on a day trip that took in the Hill Tribes and stopped off at a wonderful paper factory, that was utilising “elephant poo” to make paper. Little did I know that the card I brought for a friend’s birthday for about 25 cents would end up costing her more than AUD $70.00 dollars to have it fumigated!! Elephant poo paper – apparently quarantine don’t like this. They did actually take the trouble of photocopying the contents, but my friend was not satisfied and paid the money so she could actually have the original. It is still a great laughing point and I think that it’s quite apt that my husband is actually pointing to an umbrella with elephants! new.traveldaily.com.au
	2 big smiles, taken in Phuket. new.traveldaily.com.au
	After visiting Thailand last year for the first time, I fell in love with the country and ELEPHANTS! The trip there was full of smiles and laughs just as big as these ones the whole time!!!!!!!! This elephant trek in Phuket, with the gorgeous Pimpa (shame she’s not seen well here), made me realise just how incredible Thai elephants are!!! new.traveldaily.com.au
	Happy man selling his live crab on the rail of the market. new.traveldaily.com.au
	Old lady selling smelly shrimp paste at the market. new.traveldaily.com.au
	Photo taken at a Monk Ceremony welcoming us into a local village near Sakon Nakhon in Northeast Thailand. new.traveldaily.com.au
	This is a good mate bartering with a local (who didn’t have a clue what the calculator said!!) new.traveldaily.com.au
	Jenni and Rachel in full “land of smiles” spirit as we head into Maya Bay on Phi Phi Leh – the location where “the Beach” was filmed. new.traveldaily.com.au
	Lady selling little turtle and eels to give to the gods, in front of the Sleeping Buhha in Bangkok. new.traveldaily.com.au
	My Thailand ‘smile’ photo; taken with my brother and boyfriend whilst enjoying a quenching sangsom bucket in Koh Samui! new.traveldaily.com.au
	Me at the monkey show in Phuket. new.traveldaily.com.au
	Me with an elephant smiling in Phuket. new.traveldaily.com.au
	Me with a lizard on Bangla Road. new.traveldaily.com.au
	My boyfriend and I at the Phuket Fantasea dinner and show. new.traveldaily.com.au
	This photo was taken back in 2007 at Kata beach in Phuket. The gentleman in the photo is my fiancé’ : Christopher Baker. This was his 2nd trip to Thailand. new.traveldaily.com.au
	This photo was also taken in 2007 in Koh Lepi – the most beautiful place in the world for snorkelling & diving. It’s Chris & myself in the photo. new.traveldaily.com.au

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