Via Scoble, stories on those who went back to Thailand one year after the Tsunami.
Remember, as I've said before, only half of the beach and resort part of the country was hit by the Tsunami, there are many untouched areas like Koh Samui that need visitors and support.
Beautiful pictures here: tsunami REVISIT.
i was in thailand on the isle of phi phi for the one year in memory of tsunami. it was meaningful to bump into some familiar faces, whom were mourning when i met a year ago.
they are still mourning for the lost of their loved ones.
but, at least they are holding hands together,
to continue to rebuild their precious life .......
Koh Samui is doing just fine. Khao Lak is base to world-class diving and has fine beaches. I've travelled to many places around the world and consider Phi Phi to be one of the most spectacular beaches with its towering lush limestone cliffs. Having just spent nine days on Phi Phi and now been on Khao Lak for four (and plan on another week), I speak from first-hand fresh experience.
They are both absolutely ready and open and eager for business. The second killer wave, as many have told me, is economic. What good is a new rebuilt house or business if it's repossessed - in one year's time?
These areas do not export goods - they are economically dependent on inbound travel. Sorry to get on my soapbox, but I see the effects here in terms of human faces - Pa the restaurant owner, Nong the bar owner, and Nui the divemaster. Steering people away from the Andaman coast isn't helping their situation one iota.
Posted by: Evelyn Rodriguez | January 08, 2006 at 12:07 AM