57. Dinner, A Ticket And Feet

Well it was the end of the day, my last night in Kanchanaburi and I thought I'd have a "night on the town." First thing was to find somewhere to eat, so I walked around looking at the various eating houses, it was no to this one, or that one isn't quite what I'm looking for. Then I saw it - The Hut.

 

Above: The Hut
This was just the sort of place I was looking for - a pub atmosphere with a beer garden - read outdoor eating area, nice, but not posh. (Apart from the fact that I couldn't afford "posh"), I wanted somewhere where the food was cheap, the company relaxed and the place casual. Where you could sit and linger over a drink and take your time without feeling you had to hurry or buy another drink. Anyway, this place suited me to a tee.

I had (from memory) noodles and vegies with pork and a glass of juice followed by a cup of tea. I must say I did enjoy that tea. I'd chosen a table near the street and I could see people walking past. People watching is a great pastime - it costs nothing and is very entertaining.

 

Above: Travel Agent
I popped in here and inquired about a bus to Bangkok. On the lady's advice, I booked my ticket there and then for the 1.00pm bus. As I needed to exchange some currency, I also booked a tuk-tuk for the following morning. She said come about 9.00am and the cost would be 50 baht.

 

Above: Fish Spa
Walking along the street ogling the shops and businesses, I heard a cackle of giggles and looking to where it was coming from, spotted a couple having a fish spa. I had one in Kuala Lumpur the year before and loved it, so I decided to have one here. It was 99 baht for 30 minutes. The English girl kept on cackling like a ninny with, "Oooh, it tickles!" I resisted the urge to roll my eyes. I mean to say, it tickles a bit at first, but after a couple of minutes the ticklish sensation goes, yet this dolly never stopped.

I wouldn't recommend having a fish spa here - it was nowhere near as good as FootMaster Fish Spa (in KL)- they don't have separate tanks, nor do they offer you Chinese tea and neither do they finish the job with an exfoliation, which should be done. Still, it was a pleasant way to spend half an hour.

I wandered back to The Hut, ordered another tea and wiled away the time before going back to my accommodation - had to pack and clear up. It's amazing just how much mess one can make in a few short days.