Trip Moments Recommendations

Their heritage was truly admirable.

#2024wish Last month, I had the privilege of visiting the original Long Neck Village in Mae Hong Son, a profound experience witnessing the preservation of their rich culture and unique traditions. The community's commitment to maintaining their heritage was truly admirable. Exploring the distinctive lifestyle of the long-necked Karen women was both enlightening and humbling. The intricate neck rings worn by these women are not merely adornments but symbolic of their cultural identity. It's heartening to see such dedication to heritage in a rapidly changing world. I left the village with a deep appreciation for their resilience and a sense of pride in having glimpsed a world where tradition thrives. In 2024, I wish to visit Bario.

Life of a long-neck karen in Thailand..simple life with no identification and unable to move around freely. Tough living conditions but life goes on.

Long Neck Tribe

During our recent trip around the Mae Hong Son loop we had the opportunity to visit one of the local Karen tribal villages. It was a short detour from the loop but was well worth it. The trip to the village was really interesting and the interaction with the villagers was really enjoyable. Definitely worth doing.