Last week, after Randi and I spent a tiring week completing grades for 2,000 students, we were in need of a fun weekend away . We joined 5 friends for a weekend in Hua Hin, a beach town popular with Scandinavian retirees. As some of the youngest beach goers, our self-confidence in a bikini did get a large boost, but our views were less than spectacular!
After experiencing a bit too much sun on the first day, I may have slightly resembled a tomato. To cool off the following days, we went to the movies and stayed under the umbrella that accompanied our lounge chairs. Randi and I felt quite accomplished after creating our own drink: a watermelon shake with a shot of Bacardi.
We spent the evenings along the beach drinking Chang, and dancing at 2 of the only clubs open past midnight. One night we dressed up for a classy night at the Hilton's Sky Bar. Another night, we each had to randomly don 20 baht accessories (bows, headbands, a boy band pin, green nail polish, and nylon stockings) for a portion of the evening. I do think that the girls got the better end of that deal as the large bows looked less conspicuous on us than the guys. The Thai women do love their bows and ruffles, so we fit right in. Contrary to public opinion, Randi and I will not miss Thai fashion.
~ Stacy
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