Ko Kret

Ko Kret is a small island 15 kilometers northwest of central Bangkok. The island itself is comprised of a tiny village with no more than 500 inhabitants. On Monday, Da and I took a day excursion to the island via the Mae Nam Chao Phraya river. An hour long boat ride followed by a short drive on a minibus took us to our destination. Ko Kret is virtually tourist-free, making it the perfect getaway from the noise and bustle of Bangkok. As we strolled down the narrow “road” that encircles the island we passed through many pottery shops. Occasionally, we’d stop and observe the potter’s work. Every hand movement was carefully coordinated and had been thoroughly memorized by years of working the trade. As we continued walking, we came across various small temples. I spotted a few women kneeling, offering their prayers and gifts to Buddha. It was a peaceful experience just watching them.

A man let us rent his motorcycle for 100THB (around $3) I let Da drive since I’ve never had much luck driving those dreadful things. The road was extremely narrow and in certain spots it was no wider than the average sidewalk. Nevertheless, the motorcycle ride made the island experience much more adventurous; dodging through sharp corners, zooming past tiny stores and huts, enjoying the scenic panorama. The ride was great.