I wanted to cross from northern Thailand into Laos, and I wanted to do it overland by motorcycle. Crossing between Nakon Phanom and Ta Khek is the starting place for a journey quickly becoming popular with those seeking adventure – The Loop.
Born to be Wild pumped through my mind as we drove our motorcycles through the winding roads of Northern Thailand’s Golden Triangle towards the Burmese Border
Did you know that Thailand had tea terraces? Doi Mae Salong, a northern villagein the Golden Triangle was settled by Chinese Nationalists that now that grow Oolong Tea.
After our motorcycle school with Smiling Albino we set off for the northern Thai town of Mae Salok. The northern Thailand countryside was a beautiful blend of rolling hills and green jungle.
When Smiling Albino asked us if we would mind riding a motorcycle on a tour of Northern Thailand we hesitated. We’ve been in a motorbike accident in Thailand and didn’t want a repeat performance.
Today’s post comes from activist Tendai Sean Joe founder of the Trail of Hope Foundation. In the coming months, Tendai is planning a motorcycle tour Starting in South Africa and ending in Europe where he will be raising awareness about the plight of children around the world. Last year, Dave and I cycled from Cairo to Cape Town where we rode for Plan Canada; another charity that focuses on helping children live a better life. We are happy to be able to help spread the word about this enormous undertaking and to let people know about the great work that is being done by an inspiring human being.
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