Which destination my girlfriend and I should go?

[WanderlustJoy]

Hi everyone, I'm seeking some advice on behalf of my girlfriend and me. We're currently planning an adventure and we're keen on finding a destination that we can both relish. We appreciate your input on which destination we should go to. Our aim is to create unforgettable memories and indulge in activities that would deepen our bond. Thanks in advance for your suggestions!

[bignok]

Laos. It's cheap and closeby.

[Pink Mist]

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[2baht]

Where have you considered, WJ? 

[chickenslegs]

Work together as volunteers?

https://www.google.com/search?client=firefox-b-d&q=volunteer+work+for+couples+in+thailand

[Lacessit]

Is the OP asking about experiences inside or outside Thailand? Where are he and his GF living?

[brianthainess]

1 hour ago, bignok said:

Laos. It's cheap and closeby.

X 2 a stunning beautiful country, nice people and food.

[bignok]

Laos and Cambodia no visa fees for Thais. Similar culture. Laos similar language to Isaan. Lots of temples and outdoor stuff. Cheap food and beers. Easy cheap flights from Bangkok.

 

Or if she likes beaches Ko Kood and Chang. 

 

Siem Reap has transfers to Chang. 

 

 

[Lucky Bones]

Your GF is your adventure.????????

[save the frogs]

depends on your budget.

go on an african safari.

it's a good idea. go for it.

 

[Skeptic7]

Galapagos Islands. 

[Lemsta69]

"Up to you"

[Srikcir]

Depends on your time and finances.

But consider ocean cruises from Thailand. For example:

Oceania Cruises

Viking Ocean

There is also a waterway cruise:

Avalon Waterways

[WilliamSmits]

Maybe ask the gf what she in interested in?

Most Thais are not great swimmers - start with a resort with a pool and tech her to swim.

[OneMoreFarang]

Stay on a small island together for a month 24/7. After that you know how you feel about each other.

 

 

[Tropposurfer]

Bora Bora is insanely beautiful, Cocos Islands same, Maldives gorgeous and has sick waves.

The Rtiz in Paris is awesome for a few days of supreme luxury and comfort.

Depends on what you like. 

[bignok]

3 hours ago, Tropposurfer said:

Bora Bora is insanely beautiful, Cocos Islands same, Maldives gorgeous and has sick waves.

The Rtiz in Paris is awesome for a few days of supreme luxury and comfort.

Depends on what you like. 

Expensive. 

[StayinThailand2much]

On 4/25/2023 at 2:29 PM, bignok said:

Laos. It's cheap and closeby.

Myanmar, not cheap (as for hotels), but also closeby, and certainly an adventure...

[bignok]

2 minutes ago, StayinThailand2much said:

Myanmar, not cheap (as for hotels), but also closeby, and certainly an adventure...

I agree heard good things. So many places nearby. More culture too than some fancy expensive place.

[n8sail]

When I first got together with my girlfriend 10 years ago, I traveled with her to places that were as opposite from Thailand as could be.  We live in tropical paradise, don't need to see more of it when we travel.  Usually we travel to go snow skiing.  Japan is an easy trip, good snow (even this time of year) and 'exotic' enough to be a real adventure for a Thai.  It's generally pretty cheap, too.

 

If you have more money, go to South Island of New Zealand, rent a car and drive around.  We did 2400km in 8 days a few years ago, and it was the most incredible adventure.  She loved it and all her friends were fascinated by the stories and photos.

 

Visa could be an issue for New Zealand if your girlfriend is not well-employed.  Japan would be much easier I believe as many Thais travel there.

 

Traveling to snowy places, while not everyone's cup of tea, seems to be a great novelty for Thai people.  As a plus, you get to pay for a lot of new cold-weather clothing for her as well.  Decathalon is the best place to kit up, cheap and relatively decent quality.  There is no such thing as a woman that doesn't love lots more new, novel clothing!  ????

 

I use this website almost exclusively to plan ski trips.  Incredible, detailed reviews of resorts all over the world (no affiliation with them):   https://www.powderhounds.com/

[bignok]

9 minutes ago, n8sail said:

When I first got together with my girlfriend 10 years ago, I traveled with her to places that were as opposite from Thailand as could be.  We live in tropical paradise, don't need to see more of it when we travel.  Usually we travel to go snow skiing.  Japan is an easy trip, good snow (even this time of year) and 'exotic' enough to be a real adventure for a Thai.  It's generally pretty cheap, too.

 

If you have more money, go to South Island of New Zealand, rent a car and drive around.  We did 2400km in 8 days a few years ago, and it was the most incredible adventure.  She loved it and all her friends were fascinated by the stories and photos.

 

Visa could be an issue for New Zealand if your girlfriend is not well-employed.  Japan would be much easier I believe as many Thais travel there.

 

Traveling to snowy places, while not everyone's cup of tea, seems to be a great novelty for Thai people.  As a plus, you get to pay for a lot of new cold-weather clothing for her as well.  Decathalon is the best place to kit up, cheap and relatively decent quality.  There is no such thing as a woman that doesn't love lots more new, novel clothing!  ????

 

I use this website almost exclusively to plan ski trips.  Incredible, detailed reviews of resorts all over the world (no affiliation with them):   https://www.powderhounds.com/

Japan isn't cheap.

[n8sail]

Just now, bignok said:

Japan isn't cheap.

Compared to skiing in North America or Europe, it's cheap as chips!!

In March this year we went to Austria to ski.   While the lift ticket prices aren't all that bad, lodging and food and car rental were off the charts.  Literally twice as much money spent as our New Zealand trip, and 4x as much as Japan.  In Japan we lived like kings in comparison to Austria and New Zealand.

Certainly Hokkaido is a little more, but if you ski at Nagano or Aomori prefectures on Honshu you can find lodging with breakfast and dinner included for about $100/night.   Try that in USA or Europe!

[bignok]

7 minutes ago, n8sail said:

Compared to skiing in North America or Europe, it's cheap as chips!!

In March this year we went to Austria to ski.   While the lift ticket prices aren't all that bad, lodging and food and car rental were off the charts.  Literally twice as much money spent as our New Zealand trip, and 4x as much as Japan.  In Japan we lived like kings in comparison to Austria and New Zealand.

Certainly Hokkaido is a little more, but if you ski at Nagano or Aomori prefectures on Honshu you can find lodging with breakfast and dinner included for about $100/night.   Try that in USA or Europe!

4x Thailand prices. Why would you want to ski?

[n00dle]

On 4/25/2023 at 4:15 PM, bignok said:

Similar culture.

i would say that, in the case of Cambodia Thais might disagree. 

[bignok]

Just now, n00dle said:

i would say that, in the case of Cambodia Thais might disagree. 

More similar than Europe. If the man is paying he should pick the location. She is free loading along. 

[n8sail]

5 minutes ago, bignok said:

4x Thailand prices. Why would you want to ski?

As I stated in my original post...  I know for sure it's not everyone's cup of tea.

For us, adventure, change of scenery, it's nice to be cold every once in a while when you live in a place that breaks 40C very often and 30C literally every single day.

 

"To each their own" is the saying I believe.

 

Also, you can't take your money with you.  I'll likely have no heirs, so I choose to spend mine while I have the physical ability for adventure.

[n00dle]

20 minutes ago, bignok said:

Japan isn't cheap.

no, but im pretty sure you are.

[bignok]

1 minute ago, n00dle said:

no, but im pretty sure you are.

Where do you go on holidays?

[bignok]

13 minutes ago, n00dle said:

no, but im pretty sure you are.

List your trips last 6 months then. We will see how cheap you are.

[champers]

You could take her to your home country and maybe visit some old favourites or places you wished you had visited but never did.

I would not subject your girl to wintry cold weather; it can be a big shock to the system and even distressing.