A travel memory can begin with listening. During a walk in Thailand, try dedicating a journal page to sounds. This is an observation exercise, not an account of something the author personally experienced.
Three listening moments
- While standing still, identify one nearby sound and one distant sound.
- After walking a little, note what changes.
- Back at your accommodation, write down the sound you remember best.
Turn notes into a story
Add the place and date. Separate what you heard from any explanation you imagine. Leave a sound’s origin unresolved if you do not know it. A few precise lines are better than a reconstructed scene.
FAQ
Should I record conversations?
No. Notes are enough; do not record private conversations without consent.
Can I do this in a place of worship?
Only when your presence and the venue’s rules allow it, without interrupting activities.
To go further
Mr Schaka’s guidebook, Bangkok – The Practical Guide, covers the essentials: transport, neighbourhoods, addresses, food, etiquette and safety, updated for 2026–2027.
