People, Places and Things
This capital city is known for its street food, tuk-tuks, and the giant golden temple "Wat Arun"
Bangkok
Before working at Calgary Academy, this staff member worked as Rock Climbing Instructor and Search & Rescue Paramedic.
Mr. Nick
In any airport, or large group travel setting we will all be wearing this colour of shirt.
Pink
Known as Thailand’s national animal, this large creature symbolizes strength, loyalty, and wisdom
Elephant
Thailand’s women’s national team is especially famous for this sport, which involves powerful spikes and quick teamwork
Volleyball
Often the first Thai food dish people try, this noodle stir-fry mixes peanuts, lime, and sometimes shrimp or chicken.
Pad Thai
As a child this staff member was superstitious about,"Stepping on a crack or they'd break their mama’s back"
Ms. Conrad
This place is a sanctuary dedicated to rescuing Elephants from all over Thailand
Elephant World
This type of elephant is the species native to Thailand and is smaller than its African relative
Asian Elephant
This sport, played on a court with net is a popular sport in Thailand. Don’t be surprised if you see people playing in parks or even narrow city lanes, it’s a national favorite.
Badminton
This famously chubby Thai hippo became a social media sensation for her adorable round shape and love of snacks at Chiang Mai Zoo.
Moo Deng
This staff member has a motorcycle license and was part of a sport bike club.
Ms. Heintz
This National Park founded in 1975 is home to the most famous waterfall in the country?
Erawan Falls
Instead of sunscreen, elephants often cover their skin with this to protect themselves from sun and insects.
Mud
This sport, once popular among Thai royalty, involves racing boats carved from teak wood. It has recently became a pop culture sensation thanks to a tiktok video.
Longboat Racing?
This Thai-born superstar is known worldwide as a member of the K-pop group BLACKPINK and for her hit solo single "Money"
Lisa
Before working at Calgary Academy, this staff member worked in McDonald’s Community Relations and as a Subway Sandwich artist.
Ms. Conrad
This orphanage located about 10km from the city of Chiang Mai is where we will be spending 2 days on our project.
Boonthong Orphanage
Many tourists visit these humane places where you can feed, walk beside, and bathe rescued elephants.
Elephant Sanctuaries
This team sport played with a ball is the most popular among fans in Thailand
Soccer (Football)
Queen Suthida recently joined the the legendary Eliud Kipchoge to run this race in a time of 2:13 mins. What did she run?
Half Marathon (21.2km)
Before working at Calgary Academy, this staff members first job was at Calaway Park making candied apples.
This beautiful Hot Springs is surrounded by lush trees, native flowers and the mountains surrounding Chiang Mai
Sankampang Hot Springs
An adult elephant can eat up to 300 pounds of food a day, making this leafy item one of its favorite snacks.
Bamboo
Known as the ‘Art of Eight Limbs,’ this world-famous martial art uses punches, kicks, elbows, and knees.
Muay Thai?