First week in Thailand

A short rundown on the last week... after meeting up with first Thomas, and a day later with Ine, we left Bangkok, on a twelve hour train ride to Chiang Mai. Did a mountain trek, riding elephants, walking through the jungle, rafting, and overnight stays with hill tribes... After getting back to Chiang Mai, we wanted to plan the continuation of the trip, when we read this warning. That was where we planned to go, so considered some other options. We changed our plans completely (as should be possible on any good trip). That's why this morning, after two long busrides, a ferry and a few tuktuk rides, we are now in Koh Panghan! Way down south in Thailand, and just in time for their legendary full moon party... More story, and maybe some pictures... later! Oh, and to the beer-forum under 'comments'... Chang is my first choice as well, but am in general quite happy with size and 'vol' of the local beer... One aspect where Australia can learn a lesson...