Three adult elephants and a baby playing in the mud transfixed us. The guide here at Elephant Nature Park in Chiang Mai, Thailand, was in no hurry to move us along, so we watched this adorable interaction for a while.

Extending your tourist visa in Thailand is supposed to be easy. But there's conflicting information everywhere. We walk you through every step of the process, from the forms you need to complete to what to expect when you arrive at an immigration office. We have sample forms to guide you in filling out all the paperwork to make it simple and straightforward.

Here in Nimman, the hipster area of Chiang Mai, there’s a huge coffee culture and some of the finest latte art we’ve ever seen. We thought finding a welcoming coffee shop would be straightforward and simple.

As full-time travelers, we look forward to eating exotic foods and checking out famous UNESCO sites, but we know that with those cool experiences come the inevitabilities of homesickness, overwhelm, and various travel challenges. We’ve crafted strategies to help us swiftly navigate through these tough spots…

Between doctor appointments and essential shopping—Kevin finally agreed to buy sandals—and a mix of work and exploration, Tuesday seemed to vanish unexpectedly. Join us as we unravel the mystery of our lost day in Chiang Mai, reflecting on the enriching yet elusive nature of our time spent traveling full-time, and discovering the simple joys and challenges of retirement abroad.