Today I'll be headed to Thailand, and then Laos, for a summer internship with Bridges Across Borders Southeast Asia, www.babsea.org. BABSEA promotes legal eduction and empowering marginalized communities in Southeast Asia. I'm still learning what I'll be doing this summer, and cannot wait to get there and find out more.
I fly out May 18, and after a few days of traveling will reach Chiang Mai, Thailand on May 21. Chiang Mai, where BABSEA is headquartered, will be my home for a few weeks while the summer interns go through orientation. I visited Chiang Mai a few years ago and am looking forward to returning. Chiang Mai is one of the larger cities in Thailand, but pales in comparison to Bangkok. The city is situated in mountainous northern Thailand and has a quiet, laid back nature. There are temples galore, a wonderful night market and some great hikes in the surrounding mountains. It should be a great place to have our orientation and get acquainted with my colleagues for the summer. And a great place to indulge in some tasty Thai cuisine and Chang beer.
After training I'll be headed to Vientiane, Laos, where I'll be for most of the summer. I've never been there, but have heard good things about Southeast Asia's largest village. The overland journey there leaves much to be desired, but it will be a great opportunity to see the countryside of Thailand and Laos, and hopefully do some recreational reading.
With friends spread all over this summer, I wanted a way to share my experiences with y'all before I return back to states in August. So, follow the posts to find out what I'm up to and let me know what you're doing as well.
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