"Success in life is founded upon attention to the small things rather than to the large things; to the every day things nearest to us rather than to the things that are remote and uncommon." - Booker T. Washington _ Mesmerizing Railay Beach in Krabi, Thailand. 😍 This remote peninsula is only accessible via boat, and has 2 sandy beaches facing east and west. 🌴 Yes, beachfront sunrise and sunset at the same location. A photography lover and travel lover's paradise. _ Wearing the @wandrd PRVKE backpack. We've travelled for thousands of miles with this amazing camera bag and it holds up everything thrown at it. _ All the details work together harmoniously. Water-resistant material, side camera access, padded compartments, laptop sleeve and minimalist design... It really deserves all the awards it's won. _ #wandrd #travelgram #thailand

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"I'm always trying to turn things upside down and see if they look any better." - Tibor Kalman _ Magic reflections in Krabi, Thailand. _ Which friend would you like to take to Thailand? Tag them in a comment below! _ I've been lovin' my @tepwireless hotspot in Thailand. Actually, I'm using it right now to upload this post 😉

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"Sharing tales of those we've lost is how we keep from really losing them." - Janet Fitch _ Rockin' the pool vibes at @hardrockpattaya. It's hard to notice from ground level but from above the outline of the boardwalk makes a very distinctive shape. This reminds me that sometimes life makes more sense from an elevated perspective. _ I see names grace the halls of this beautiful hotel that have passed and it's wonderful to see their musical legacies live on. _ I have to give a special applause to the band Ninety Nine at Hard Rock Cafe. 👏 This house band played solid for over 3 hours and we rocked out to our favorite tunes. I've paid $200 per ticket for concerts that were nowhere nearly as good. If you visit Pattaya, Thailand, you must check out Hard Rock Cafe. _ #hardrockhotelpattaya #hotelsandresorts @hardrockhotelpattaya

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"The most beautiful in the world is, of course, the world itself." -Wallace Stevens _ Exploring the gorgeous😍 Wat Pho in Bangkok. This Buddhist temple complex is known for the giant 46m (100 foot) long reclining Buddha. _ While it's one of the more popular destinations for tourists, many don't know that the onsite medical school is the birthplace of traditional Thai massage. _ The full official name of this place is Wat Phra Chetuphon Vimolmangklararm Rajwaramahaviharn. _ I often get asked about how to start a travel blog. So I've just added a button on the link in my bio @travelwithbender that can help you create a new blog in minutes with no special technical skills. _ #lovetravel #bangkokthailand

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"It is in your power to withdraw yourself whenever you desire. Perfect tranquility within consists in the good ordering of the mind, the realm of your own." - Marcus Aurelius _ This is not something you'd expect to find in Bangkok, Thailand. The centrally located Benjakitti Park 🌳🌞 is like a quiet, tranquil oasis amidst the city's never-ending energy. _ We stayed at the nearby @shamalakeviewasoke which drew on inspiration from this park for the property's newly renovated studios and apartments. Calming green and blue tones, specially commissioned artworks and furniture, and cleverly positioned mirrors to bring the beautiful outdoors inside. Shama means "peace" or "tranquil" in Sanskrit, and after walking around this park, I understand why. _ Do you want to see me eat a real grasshopper in Bangkok? 🐛😮😲 Check out my latest IGTV video @travelwithbender. _ #bangkokthailand #naturelovers

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"Do you wish to rise? Begin by descending. You plan a tower that will pierce the clouds? Lay first the foundation of humility." - Saint Augustine _ The golden chedi at Wat Bowonniwet Vihara in Bangkok, Thailand. _ This contains the relics and ashes of Thai royals. Many royal princes and kings have studied and served their monkhood at this Buddhist temple, including King Bhumibol and his son, the present king Vajiralongkorn. _ While in Bangkok we stayed at @shamalakeviewasoke. These modern self-contained apartments are suited both for short and long stays. Highly recommended! _ Travel tip: Getting around Bangkok has been easy thanks to @tepwireless 🌟🌟🌟. It's my secret weapon for stress-free travel. _ Don't miss any of my IG posts - turn on post notifications. Tap the 3 dots in my bio @travelwithbender and follow the menu. 👌👍

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"I don't have to take a trip around the world or be on a yacht in the Mediterranean to have happiness. I can find it in the little things, like looking out into my backyard and seeing deer in the fields." - Queen Latifah _ I'm a bit embarrassed. _ I grew up in Perth, Australia but never visited The Pinnacles located just 2.5 hours north of the city. _ I recently rectified this and was so glad I did. The desert landscape is stunning, and even better at sunset. If you visit Western Australia, I recommend a day trip. _ Check out my latest IG stories to see what we're up to right now.

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"Travel brings power and love back into your life." - Rumi _ Hello Bangkok! _ This is the stunning views of Thailand's capital from our apartment at @shamalakeviewasoke. 😍 This aparthotel is well suited for a short stay of a few days, several weeks or even months. Our 1-bedroom apartment has a fully equipped kitchen and (my fave)... a washing machine. _ The lake at the bottom of the pic has a 4km jogging track and you can even hire peddle boats and bikes. Guess where I'll be tomorrow 😉 _ If you like the travel tips I share on IG feel free to bookmark them for easy access🔖😁

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"Your life does not get better by chance. It gets better by change." - Jim Rohn _ I'm a sun beam chaser. _ Upon seeing the sun pierce through the dark clouds, I just had to get closer. I kept going until the land ran out. Be relentless in chasing your dreams. _ At Cowaramup Bay, Western Australia. _ @yallingupbeachresort #seeaustralia

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Cheers!🥂from @yallingupbeachresort. A group of modern 3-bedroom apartments right on the beach in Yallingup, Western Australia. _ We took a drive around the region's world-famous wineries to find the best ones for you. Yeah, really tough research! 😅😆😂 I'll share these in an upcoming blog post. To make sure you don't miss out, turn on story notifications from my profile page @travelwithbender (3 dots in the top right). _ What's your favourite wine?🍷Share it in the comments below. _ #seeaustralia

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"We come into this world head first and go out feet first; in between, it is all a matter of balance." - Paul Boese _ Sugarloaf Rock at sunset. This remote beach in the south-west of Western Australia is absolutely gorgeous! But hold onto your hat, 🌬 it gets pretty windy down here. - Brand new article just published: How to save hundreds on hotels with 1 super simple travel hack from @expedia. Check out the link in my bio. You'll be glad you did. @travelwithbender _ Tip: If you're travelling overseas this summer I suggest using @tepwireless for easy Internet access wherever you go. _ #australia #landscapelovers

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"Rough diamonds may sometimes be mistaken for worthless pebbles." - Thomas Browne _ Suleman, my bedouin tour guide in Wadi Rum, Jordan. _ Sometimes it's the people you meet when you travel that leave the fondest memories. This guy made my trip to Wadi Rum unforgettable. He drove the 4x4 truck while I sat in the open-air bench on the back soaking up the views. Suleman made hilarious comments along the way. Most of them completely un-politically correct. Some downright offensive. And he even created a local lunch... without washing his hands. The historical facts he shared were scant. But he was entertaining, endeering, cheeky, charming and lovable every step of the way. A rough diamond, if I every found one. _ Camera: Canon EOS 70D Lens: Canon 16-35mm f/2.8 ISO: 100 Focal length: 22mm Aperture: f/6.3 Shutter: 1/320 sec _ #humansofjoy #natgeotraveler

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