24 November 2013 – Koh Lanta, Thailand
After rain, and more rain, we finally see some sun and enjoy an afternoon on the beach on Koh Lanta, Thailand.
After rain, and more rain, we finally see some sun and enjoy an afternoon on the beach on Koh Lanta, Thailand.
This post will be slightly different than those about other destinations, since it’s not a “new” experience for us (Sergey is actually a native Muscovite and lived in the city full time until he was 16). We also did less sightseeing and more hanging out with family friends than we typically would if we were…
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