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    What to Wear in Thailand

    by Brenna Holeman March 29, 2016
    written by Brenna Holeman
    March 29, 2016
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    The Best Way to Celebrate Loi Krathong

    by Brenna Holeman January 28, 2016
    by Brenna Holeman January 28, 2016

    You know that saying, “I haven’t been everywhere, but it’s on my list”? That’s how I feel most of the time. It seems like almost every day I read about a place or an event I’d like to visit. There are a few things that have remained steadfast on my travel wish list for years, though: a safari in Tanzania, scuba diving in the Maldives, a road trip though the southern states of America, a cultural trip through Bhutan, and, on the list for the past few years, seeing Loi Krathong in Chiang Mai, Thailand.

    And this past November, I was finally in Thailand at the right time to see the festival. Here, then, are my tips on the best way to celebrate Loi Krathong in Chiang Mai… complete with lots of photos!

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    Finding Paradise on Koh Lanta

    by Brenna Holeman November 23, 2015
    by Brenna Holeman November 23, 2015

    I waded into the warm water, the shock of crushed corals and shells under my feet almost instantly turning into smooth, soft sand. In the distance I could spot the island of Koh Phi Phi, a dark green against the blue sky. A few other people were in the water, but not many, and on this little stretch of sand – aptly named Relax Bay – there really was nothing to do but laze around in the shade. And it was then, floating in the calm water, that I decided I’d finally found my favourite island: Koh Lanta.

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    Upcoming Travel Plans

    by Brenna Holeman October 1, 2015
    written by Brenna Holeman
    October 1, 2015
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    The Last Time I Saw You (Part Three)

    by Brenna Holeman February 13, 2014
    by Brenna Holeman February 13, 2014

    The last time I saw you, I was looking down from a balcony, Juliet to your Romeo.

    “Good night,” you called out.

    “Good night!” I called back, even though I knew it was really goodbye. You walked away through the palm trees, headed to the beach on which we’d met.

    That day had been my first day underwater as a scuba diver, and so, by the time the sun was getting low and heavy on the horizon, I was already buzzing with energy and laughter. Our dive group celebrated at the local bar, migrating to the sand as bonfires were lit, drinking cold beers and watching paper lanterns fill the sky. It was around one of those fires that I first saw you, the light flickering shades of red across your face.

    “Valentin,” you offered, extending your hand. It took me aback. Today, after all was the 14th of February. “My name,” you confirmed, “is Valentin.”

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    Boiling Eggs in Chiang Rai

    by Brenna Holeman May 13, 2013
    by Brenna Holeman May 13, 2013

    Chiang Rai, Thailand Very often you encounter some bizarre things when travelling. Once in a while one of those things makes perfect sense.

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    Dreaming of Thailand (and Future Plans)

    by Brenna Holeman November 16, 2012
    written by Brenna Holeman
    November 16, 2012
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    Rainy Days in Antigua

    by Brenna Holeman May 17, 2012
    by Brenna Holeman May 17, 2012

                Chiang Mai, Thailand I’m currently sitting in my new favourite cafe in Antigua, Guatemala, happy to have some good food and some strong internet. So why…

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    The Best Food In Southeast Asia

    by Brenna Holeman April 26, 2012
    by Brenna Holeman April 26, 2012

    Bangkok, Thailand I have never hidden the fact that one of my main motivations for travelling the world is food. Food is a major part of my life, and it is therefore…

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    Be Mine

    by Brenna Holeman February 15, 2012
    written by Brenna Holeman
    February 15, 2012
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About Me

About Me

Hi, I'm Brenna

My name is Brenna Holeman and I drink a lot of whisky. No, wait. That’s not how I want to start. After travelling to more than 100 countries over the past 15 years, many of them solo, I tend to write about travel a lot, but I write about other things, too: getting dumped, buying way too much jewellery, and yeah, OK, whisky (none of those things are related, I swear). You’ll find a mix of advice, opinion pieces, and stories on this blog, but either way, I hope to make you want to read more. And up next? I'm about to become a single mom to a beautiful baby boy, the biggest solo adventure I've ever been on. For more about me and what you'll find on This Battered Suitcase, click here .

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Our battered suitcases were piled on the sidewalk again; we had longer ways to go. But no matter, the road is life." - Jack Kerouac

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This Battered Suitcase is not only about the where and the how of travel, it's about the who and the why.

Originally from Canada, all I've ever wanted to do is travel. After eleven years of solo travel and over 90 countries, I'm currently living in London and fulfilling my other dream of becoming a writer. If I'm not travelling, I'm writing about it, either for my blog, my job, or my book. I firmly believe there is adventure everywhere, so long as you keep your eyes (and your mind, and your heart) open. Join me as I continue to look for these adventures. Hopefully you'll find your own, too.

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Last stops: Manitoba, Canada

Currently: Manitoba, Canada

Up Next: Manitoba, Canada (are you sensing a theme?)

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"Our battered suitcases were piled on the sidewalk again; we had longer ways to go. But no matter, the road is life." - Jack Kerouac

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WINNIPEG, MANITOBA, CANADA

Last Stops: Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

Up Next:  Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

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