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“The Koh Life”

Koh Tao Sunset, Thailand

The Story of "The Koh Life"

Koh means island in Thai, and the Koh life is a good life!

We moved to Thailand with the intention of finding stability in a place with affordable living, great food, and better climate. Our search began with the islands of southern Thailand; Koh Phangan, Koh Tao, and Koh Samui.

Despite its incredible tropical beauty, the islands never quite felt like home. While we opted to continue the search on the mainland, we certainly enjoyed our time living the Koh life.

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“The Newberry Caldera”

An aerial view of the Newberry Caldera lakes outside of Bend, Central Oregon.

“Shipwrecked”

A dramatic sky at a washed up boat in Eastern Iceland.

“First Light”

The first light of the day sneaks over the Clayoquot Sounds from the Tofino Mudflats in BC.

“The Majestic Foal”

A striking Iceland Pony poses majestically for the camera.

A golden-lit sunset photo of Thors Well on the Oregon Coast.

“Morning Meditation”

A cobblestone path leads our eye to a lone pagoda in Sanur, Bali, backlit by an explosive, colorful sunrise.

“Koosah Falls”

A long exposure photo of Koosah Falls on the Makenzie Hwy, Central Oregon.

“The Sky Rains Light”

The sky showers light onto Kirkjufellsfoss in Iceland.

“Tegalalang Terraces”

An aerial view of the Tegalalang Rice Terraces taken from a drone outside of Ubud in Bali, Indonesia.

“The Lonely Tree”

The lonely tree of wales strikes a pose in front of Snowdonia National Park.

“Mystic Mountains”

A view of the mystic mountains taken in the Botanical Gardens of Oahu.

“Sunrise in Ucluelet”

A fiery sky erupts over Ucluelet from the Amphitrite Point lighthouse trail.

“Moody Mt Hood”

Mt Hood glows in the light of sunrise while looming high over Lost Lake.

“Ocean Swirl”

An aerial photo of a unique shape off the beaches of Sanur in Bali, Indonesia, taken by drone.

“Land’s End at Llanddwyn”

A glorious night under the stars at the Llanddwyn Island Lighthouse in Northern Wales.

“Toketee Falls”

A view of Toketee Falls, Southern Oregon's most iconic waterfall, as it splits the fossilized rock on its journey down the mountain.

“Tofino Postcard”

An idyllic, postcard-worthy capture of the docks of Tofino on Vancouver Island, BC.

“Hope on the Hill”

A small, isolated church shines in the fading light of day in Thingveller National Park, Iceland.

“Waiting to Blow”

Purples sunrise skies and low clouds frame the awesome Mt Agung volcano in Sidemen, Bali.

“Blue Hour”

This striking photo displays Crater Lake National Park's Wizard Island with a crystal reflection as the purple and blue tones of the blue hour transform the sky,

“Mountain Heather”

Beautiful autumn heather decorates the moody scene at Llyn Idwal in Snowdonia, Wales.

“The Breach”

Off the shores of Wailea Beach, Maui, a whale calf breaches in the brilliant glow of sunset.

“By Moonlight”

A full moon creates a lunar rainbow at Skogafoss under the miraculous polar lights.

“Devil’s Tears & Skyfire”

A long exposure photo of a skyfire sunset at Devils Tear on the Indonesian island of Nusa Lembongan just outside Bali.

“Welcome to Strathcona”

A view from the sky at the entrance to Strathcona Provincial Park

“Honu Vibes”

A Honu, or Hawaiian green turtle, taking a nap on the shores of Laniakea Beach on the North Shore of Oahu.

“Wind and Sun”

A fairytale scene at sunset in Northern Wales.

“The Painted Hills”

An iconic green pine provides contrast and scale for the legendary Painted Hills of Oregon.

“Icelandic Countryside”

The Icelandic countryside has a beautiful, understated beauty.

“Floating on Sunrise”

A photo of a dreamy morning sunrise at Sanur in Bali, Indonesia, featuring the iconic balinese boats.

“Sands Through the Hourglass”

An aerial view of the hourglass shores of Chesterman Beach in Tofino, BC.

“The River’s Journey”

An aerial photo showing a braided river finishes its journey from the high Southern Alps to Lake Ohau, New Zealand.

“The Barn (Wimer Nights)”

A night photo from Wimer, Oregon, shows the Milky Way setting over an old country barn.

“Mountain Goat Majesty”

A gorgeous mountain goat poses for the camera in Snowdonia National Park.

“Follow Rivers”

A view of the Clayoquot Sounds from high above the Tofino Mudflats

“Siren’s Song”

Like a siren's song, the lady aurora beckons us to just keep driving.

“One Last Wave”

A surfer catches one last wave as the red sun sets on the Berawa Beach of Canggu in Bali, Indonesia.

“Central Oregon Defined”

An aerial view of the Three Sisters mountains outside of Bend, Central Oregon.

“The Road to Mt. Cook”

A photo of Adam Marland running on the road to Mt Cook NP, New Zealand.

“Castle Nights”

Long exposure photography of Conwy Castle lit up at night in North Wales.

“The Magic Hour”

Aerial Sunrise from Ucluelet

“First Light”

A young girl stands and watches sunrise from the end of a dock on the island of Gili Trawangan in Bali, Indonesia.

“Queen of the Ice”

The Queen of the Ice walks fearlessly toward the ocean on a bitter cold winter day.

“Snow Glow”

A stunning sunset at Crater Lake National Park in Southern Oregon.

“Another Planet”

Milky Way photography from the otherworldly Mono Lake in Northern California.

“Enchanted”

Pure white snow and ice decorate this winter scene at Kirkjufelssfoss in Iceland.

“Night Clarity”

An astrophotography photo showing the stars at Crater Lake National Park on a cold winter night.

“Golden Oregon”

Golden light bathes Whales Head during a spectacular sunset in Brookings on the Oregon coast.

“At the Ready”

At the gates of Buckingham Palace in London, a guard stands fixed and at the ready.

“Sunrise at the Mount”

A skyfire sunrise over St Michael's Mount in Cornwall, England.

“Redemption”

An epic sunset at Smith Rock State park in Redmond, outside of Bend, Oregon.

“1000 Island Sunset”

The golden light of sunset at 1000 Island Lake in Taiwan bathes the stunning landscape is warm light.

“Finding Gold”

Golden Hour light bathing Smith Rock in Bend, Oregon.

“Floating Lake”

Llyn Glaslyn and a hidden Snowdon Peak from the top of the Pyg Track.

“Nature’s Wrath”

The sky splits open as chain lightning floods the atmosphere over the purple-red hills of Painted Rock in the John Day National Monument in Oregon.

“Ancient Glow”

A beautiful sunrise behind Dolbadarn Castle in Northern Wales.

“Slow Down”

A long exposure photo of Tower Bridge at night in London, England.

“No Name Lake Nights”

A night view of the Milky Way from No Name Lake and Broken Top Mountain in Central Oregon.

“Milky Way Express”

Train tracks lead the way to a Milky Way sky setting behind Mt Shasta, California.

“The Sunset Train”

An old Union Pacific train blows past in the golden light of sunset.

“Snowdonia Mornings”

A moody morning at Llyn Idwall in Snowdonia.

“Tracing Lines”

The curving aqua water of Liwu River in the Taroko Gorge of Taroko National Park, Taiwan, is traced perfectly by the winding road that follows it.

“Zabriskie Point Blues”

Zabriskie Point in Death Valley National Park is a true miracle of nature.

“The White Cliffs of England”

An aerial photo of Old Harry Rock in Dorset, England; a famous stop on the Jurassic Coast.

Stunning golden hour light blankets the snow covered peaks of Mt Baker in Snoqualmie National Forest, Washington.

“Proxy Falls”

Dappled light reflects from the moss at Proxy Falls, Oregon.

“Welcome to the Cotswolds”

A photo of Castle Combe, a charming & historic village in the South Cotswolds, England.

“Taiwanese Countryside”

Somewhere in the countryside of West Taiwan lies this aqua water reservoir in a picturesque mountain setting.

“Sleeping Giants”

A stunning sunset over the Old Man of Storr in Scotland.

“Outside City Limits”

A Milky Way photo from Misery Ridge trail at Smith Rock State Park, Oregon.

“Taroko Softly”

Gorgeous light flows into the Taroko Gorge on a moody day in Taroko National Park, Taiwan.

“Striped Earth”

Striped natural landscapes in sunrise light from John Day Fossil Beds in Central Oregon.

“Underground Kaleidoscope”

The MRT train station in Kaohsiung, Taiwan, is an urban work of art. This photo showcases the kaleidoscope of color from within.

Sunset bouncing beautiful golden light off the cliffs of Big Sur, California.

“Painted Hills & Milky Way”

The John Day Painted Hills of Oregon seen at night under a Milky Way sky.

“Sands of Time”

Afternoon at the Mesquite Sand Dunes of Death Valley National Park, California.

“Skyfire Sermon”

A spectacular sunrise at Pulpit Rock, Cape Schanck ignites the sky with color in the Mornington Peninsula.

“Ride the Rails”

Along the coastline of Hualien, Taiwan, a train emerges from the tunnel in its lush green setting as the sun sets behind.

“Fire in the Sky”

South Sister mountain from under a sunset sky filled with fire.

“Follow the Rails”

Mt Shasta looms large over the old Union Pacific railroad.

“Face to Face”

A silhouetted figure comes face to face with the Milky Way in Aoraki, New Zealand.

“Float Into Morning”

Enjoying a sunrise hot air balloon ride over the Yarra Valley in Victoria, Australia.

“The Red Sand Beach”

The amazing Red Sand Beach, tucked away in a small cove near Hana on the island of Maui, Hawaii.

“Fern Jungle”

The impressive Beauchamp Falls in Otways National Park, Australia, flows gracefully through a jungle of fern.

“Seastacks and Stars”

The Milky Way reflects in stagnant tidal pools from Whales Head Beach on Samuel Boardman State Park in Brookings, Oregon.

“Great Ocean Road Trip”

Aerial drone view of one of the greatest drives in the world; the Great Ocean Road in Victoria, Australia!

“Wildflower Walks”

A sun star breaks through to light up the wildflower trail at Canyon Creek Meadows in Central Oregon with Three Fingered Jack mountain looming in the distance.

“Australia Frozen”

Watching a sunrise in the Hotham mountains of Victoria, Australia.

“Nature Electric”

These electric "super trees" are the icons of SIngapore; an effort to introduce nature to the busy city.

“The Wimer Bridge”

The historic covered bridge of Wimer, Oregon, set against a Milky Way sky.

“Through It All”

A sunset at Griffiths Island Lighthouse in Port Fairy on the Great Ocean Road in Port Fairy, Australia.

“Nam Xay Sunset”

An amazing view of sunset from Nam Xay Viewpoint in Vang Vieng, Laos.

“Eilean Donan Nights”

Looking down at Eilean Donan Castle on a beautiful night.

“The White Temple”

The amazing White Temple in Chiang Rai at sunset.

“Picture Perfect Mt Hood”

Mt Hood and Lost Lake are framed by the evergreens for which Oregon is known.

“Kona Volcanic”

A sunset from Makalawena Beach in Kona showcases the volcanic, tropical beauty of the Big Island of Hawaii.

“The Fairy Glen”

Standing tall above Castle Ewan at the Fairy Glen on the Isle of Skye in Scotland.

“Singapore City Respite”

This photo shows a pop of red flowers in a manufactured garden of green located in the botanical gardens in Gardens By the Bay, Singapore.

“Peace and Chaos”

Ventricular clouds explode in red while the still waters of Sparks Lake provide a mirror-like reflection of Broken Top mountain.

“The Fairy Pools”

A moody day at the Fairy Pools of Scotland on the Isle of Skye.

“Dinosaur Tracks”

Dappled light on the Painted Hills of John Day National Monument in Eastern Oregon.

“Sunset Symphony”

A gorgeous sunset at a secret beach in Maui, Hawaii.

“The Present Future”

A night photo of the super trees of Gardens By the Bay in Singapore lit up for Christmas.

“Heilan Coo”

A gorgeous highland cow with the best view of Storr in all of Scotland.

“Hawaiian Postcard”

Lanikai Beach of Oahu is undoubtedly the most beautiful, postcard-perfect tropical beach on any of the Hawaiian Islands.

“The Koh Life”

An aerial view from high above Koh Tao shows the Thai island in its entirety during golden hour.

“The Pulse of Singapore”

The famous Super Trees of Gardens by the Bay in Singapore in a seldom-seen aerial perspective, captured via drone.

“Discovering Eden”

A landscape photo of the fairytale like scenery of Kuang Si Falls in Laos.

“The Devil’s Lake”

An aerial view of the neon green water of Devils Lake in front of Mt Bachelor in Central Oregon.

“The Needle”

The Needle of Quiraing stands triumphantly as the sun rises dramatically.

“The Spectra”

The light and water show known as Spectra, photographed at night from the Marina Sands center in Singapore.

“The Landscape of Laos”

A drone view of the dramatic, mountainous landscape of Vang Vieng in Laos.

“Last Light on Second Beach”

Sunset at Second Beach in Olympic National Park, Washington

“Jungle Paradise”

One of the many beautiful waterfalls of Erawan Falls National Park in Thailand.

“Past & Present: Edinburgh”

Edinburgh has a charm that is both historic and modern at the same time.

“Singapore Cityscape”

An aerial photo of the cityscape of Singapore, captured via drone, featuring the iconic Gardens by the Bay.

“Black Sand Paradise”

Photographing sunrise from the Black Sand Beach of Maui, or Waianapanapa in Hawaiian; an amazing state park on the Road To Hana in Maui, Hawaii.

“A Painting of Paradise”

The incredible tropical colors of Kuang Si Waterfall are the result of the waters journey through limestone.

Hooker Lake flows gracefully while the sun sets & Mt Cook looms majestically behind; South Island, New Zealand.

“Koh Samui”

A view from the skies above Koh Samui in Southern Thailand.

“Liquid Silk”

A long exposure smooths the turbulent water of Sahalie Falls in Oregon.

“The Moment”

Etive Mor waterfall thunders below as a rainbow erupts over Buachaille Etive Mòr.

Mt Baker stands triumphantly below beautiful Milky Way and above city-lit low clouds.

“Autumn Magic”

Fall colors fill Cairngorms National Park with a seasonal magic like no where else in Europe.

“Country Air”

A striking view of the Central Laos mountainscapes outisde of Pha Tang.

“Hidden Thailand”

Pure white water falls spill over orange limestone into emerald green pools of Erawan Falls National Park.

“Good Morning Oregon”

Another sunrise scene from Sparks Lake outside of Bend, Oregon.

“Good Morning, Old Man”

A drone captures an incredible sunrise photograph at the Old Man of Storr on the Isle of Skye in Scotland.

“Color Burst”

A drone capture of brilliiant sunset over the mountains of Vang Vieng in Central Laos.

“Living A Dream”

Adam Marland stands above the clouds at Hurricane Ridge in Olympic NP

“Wat Huay Pla Kang”

A Giant Buddha and fearsome dragon protect the ancient Wat Huay Pla Kang temple in Thailand.

“Oregon’s Rugged Coastline”

Sunset on the Oregon coast, Samuel H Boardman Scenic Corridor section.

“Royal Autumn”

The iconic Eilean Donan Castle glows regally in this beautiful autumn scene in Scotland.

“Cascade of Light”

Light beams cascade between layers of mountain in Vang Vieng, Laos.

“Heart & Sol Duc”

The three falls of Sol Duc spill into a narrow gorge in Olympic National Park

“Tranquil Waters”

A long exposure capture of the first pools of Kuang Si Falls in Luang Prabang, Laos.

“Intricacy”

A sideview of the immaculate White Temple of Chiang Rai, Thailand.

“Mt Hood Magic”

Night photo of Oregon's Mt Hood with the Milky Way erupting from it in front of a small creek.

“Ye Olde Scotland”

An olde, historic village somewhere in Scotland.

“Picture Perfect”

A low morning mist glows in the beautiful golden light of sunrise at Picture Lake, Mt Baker.

“Desperation”

A close up of a sculpture found at the White Temple in Chiang Rai.

“Warm Embrace”

A stunning aerial photo of Vang Vieng during a moody sunrise.

“Highland Mood”

The Scottish Highlands looking majestic under a moody, dramatic sky.

“Real Life Postcard”

The best beach in all of Koh Phangan, perhaps the best beach of all in Thailand.

“A Sheep in the Highlands”

A scottish sheep share a memorable sunrise in Quiraing, Scotland.

“Moon Bear Spa Day”

A silly moon bear playing in the water in the Kuang Si sanctuary in Luang Prabang, Laos.

A monk wanders through the massive Preah Khan temple of Angkor Wat, Cambodia.

“Neist Point”

Neist Point Lighthouse bathes in the golden light of sunrise.

“Yosemite Inspiration”

A blue-sky photo from the iconic Inspiration Point in Yosemite National Park, California.

“Mystic Falls”

A stunning waterfall bathes in golden sunset light at Mystic Beach on Vancouver Island, BC.

“Multnomah Majestic”

An Oregon state symbol of pride, the majestic Multnomah Falls spills past a small footbridge.

“Beholding Angkor Wat”

Front and center view of an empty Angkor Wat Temple during sunset in Cambodia.

“Drama in Sligachan”

A dramatic scene unfolds in Sligachan on the Isle of Skye.

“From the Cave”

Milky Way Photography from a sea cave along the Samuel H Boardman Corridor on the Oregon Coast.

“Modern Monks”

Modern day monks embracing cell phone technology in Angkor Wat, Cambodia.

“Brilliance”

A moment of sunshine erupts, creating a perfect rainbow at Kilchurn Castle

A close up of Vernal Falls catching a rainbow its mist; one of the best waterfall hikes in Yosemite NP, California.

A small, isolate tree begins life anew in the cradle of a dying stump outside Port Renfrew, BC.

“Purple Glow”

A stunning long exposure sunset photo capturing a golden glow on Half Dome from the water in Yosemite National Park, California.

“Share a Smile”

The beautiful Sophie Clapton (TravelsofSophie) stops to admire the smiling faces of Bayon temple in Angkor Wat.

“Sky High Kilchurn”

An aerial view of the Kilchurn Castle ruins surrounded by the colors of Fall.

“Spirit of Ta Prohm”

Ta Prohm Temple, known as the Tomb Raider Temple, is seen being reclaimed by the earth.

“Pure Magic”

The green lady dances above Godafoss waterfall in Iceland.

“Milky Way Express” (vertical)

A night photo of Mt Shasta with the Milky Way in front of train tracks.

“Witnessing Miracles”

The incredible southern lights photographed on a beach in New Zealand.

“Ta Som Temple”

An old monk wanders through an ancient door framed by tree roots at Ta Som Temple in Angkor Wat.

“Whales Head Volcano”

The Milky Way collides with Whales Head sea stack along the Samuel H Boardman corridor outside of Brookings on the Oregon Coast.

“Land of Fire & Ice”

Fragments of ice chunks from the Jokulsarlon glacier stack up on shore as the sun sets at Glacier Lagoon.

“Two Worlds Collide”

A layer of smoke covers the peak of Mt Mcloughlin, separating the land from the Milky Way sky.

“Southern Light Show”

A KP7 Aurora Australis over a New Zealand golden sand beach.

“A Bridge to the Stars”

Natural Bridges on the Samuel H Boardman corridor of the Oregon Coast is scene here with the Milky Way behind.

“Beauty in Disaster”

The Aurora dances above the remains of a DC plane wreck in Iceland.

“Remnants of Fire”

An amazing aerial photograph of Hverfell Crater in Iceland.

A moody morning photo of me jumping at Mt Vestrahorn in Stokksnes, Iceland.

“Ebb and Flow”

A cloudy, moody day at Diamond Beach in Iceland sets the stage for a naturally monochromatic scene as the tide drags back to the sea, polishing ice diamonds on the black sand shore.

“Light At the End”

A photo of the Treasure Island ice cave in Iceland. This glacial tunnel, otherworldly textures, and incredible blue-tones are the creation of a river that flows through the Jokulsarlon Glacier, freezing during the winter months.

“Heavensent”

Chunks of ice wash ashore Diamond Beach while the aurora borealis swirls overhead.

“Power & Beauty”

A brilliant rainbow spans the scene at Skogafoss waterfall.

“We Are Infinite”

Watching the Aurora Australis light up the sky from a kayak in a lake near Te Anau in the Southland of New Zealand.

“Something Spiritual”

A still pond provides a perfect reflection of the historic Angkor Wat temple against the colorful sunrise sky.

“Spirit of the Vikings”

The Northern Lights dance above an old viking village.

“The Sun Sets on Tasman”

A sunset purple sky over the flowing waters of the Tasman Lake in Mt Cook National Park, New Zealand.

“Winter Thaw”

A long exposure photo of Bruarfoss Waterfall in Iceland.

“Ancient Smiles”

Ancient stone faces bathe in sunlight at the famous Bayon temple in Angkor Wat near Siem Reap, Cambodia.

“Another World”

The otherworldly seascape of Wharariki Beach seen with the Milky Way setting behind it.

“Nature’s Breath”

A magnificent aurora over the mountains of Iceland.

“The Power of Skogafoss”

Standing in front of the magnificent, powerful plunge of the Skogafoss waterfall in Iceland.

“Forged by Ice”

Sunset at Mt Vestrahorn in Stokksnes, Iceland.

“Coexistence”

A tree growing directly through the ancient remains of Ta Prohm Temple, also known as the Tomb Raider Temple, in Angkor Wat near Siem Reap, Cambodia.

“Jurassic Coast”

The savage cliffs of the Na Pali Coast as seen from a boat in Kauai, Hawaii.

“Sci-Fi Sunset”

The design of the natural science museum in Valencia, Spain, is one of the greatest feats of architecture I have found. This photo captures it futuristic appearance as a skyfire sunset ignites the sky behind.

“Beauty in Disaster”

Witnessing an aurora tornado from the DC Plane Wreck in Iceland.

“Power & Grace”

A deep look into the gentle eyes of the North American cougar.

“Broken Top Magic”

The emerald green No Name Lake mirrors Broken Top mountain under a Milky Way night sky in Central Oregon.

“The Wolf’s Gaze”

A North American Grey Wolf assessing my presence.

“Diamonds Are Forever”

Ice diamonds wash ashore onto Diamond Beach in Jokulsarlon.

“Descendant of Dragons”

The sparkle in his emerald eye & fire in his yellow scales suggest that, once, this now-small Leopard Gecko was the size of houses & breathed fire!

“Barcelona Central”

The city of Barcelona is centered around this incredible cathedral, which boasts an architecture as full of character as Spain itself. Here we see the Cathedral as one often does in the streets of Barcelona.

“Valencia of Then and Now”

An aerial drone photo showing the natural science museum amidst the sprawling city of Valencia, Spain.

“The Hunter”

A photo showcasing the beautiful features of the red tail hawk

“Spirit of Valencia”

There is a spiritedness to the city of Valencia that is often difficult to capture, but perhaps this photo of a young girl playing on the edge of a fountain against the pink brick wall behind does exactly that.

“River Meets Ocean”

A waterfall spills into the emerald green waters of the Pacific Ocean near Sombrio Beach on the Juan de Fuca trail.

“Wizard’s Spell”

A magical sunrise fills the sky with color about a frozen Kirkjufellsfoss Waterfall in Iceland.

“War Paint”

An African Cheetah from Wildlife Safari cooling off in the rain.

“Starry Night at Secret Beach”

A Milky Way scene of a creek leading to the Pacific at Secret Beach in Samuel H Boardman in Oregon.

For a moment the sky appears to be falling as the aurora borealis puts on a show.

“Night at the Museum”

This photo shows the natural science museum of Valencia, Spain illuminated against a blue night sky.

“The Wild Pacific”

An aerial view from the Wild Pacific Trail in Ucluelet on Vancouver Island.

“Midnight Dance”

An incredible display of aurora borealis above Mt Vestrahorn in Iceland.

“Magical Mt Baker”

A gorgeous nightscape shows the Milky Way descending from Mt Baker in Washington.

“We Own the Night”

A night shot of the beautiful @travelsofsophie as she watches the milky way set from her fairylight swing in Milford Sound in the Southland region of New Zealand.

“Music of Barcelona”

The "Palau de la Música Catalana" concert hall, featured in this photo, is another demonstration of the artistry put in to the design and architecture of each building in Barcelona.

“Take Me Away”

An epic sunset from Gili T sets the scene for a horse and rider to approach a young girl taking it in from a seaside hammock.

“Spilled Paint”

A multi-colored river leading to the mountains of Strathcona look as though Mother Nature spilled her paint bucket into their waters.

“A Fairytale Life”

The beautiful @travelsofsophie living another real-life fairytale moment at the Bodiam Castle in England at sunrise.