Where to eat in Chiang Mai – a food and dining guide
The food scene in Chiang Mai more varied than you’d expect. Japanese sushi bars are popular along with Burmese curries. Its northern location means the cuisine is influenced by other countries, but still upholds the home cuisine of Thai such as Pad Thai, which is as popular as ever. Diverse flavors
Where to shop in Chiang Mai – where to go and what to buy
As the second largest city in Thailand, second only to Bangkok, Chiang Mai also has a lot to offer for keen shoppers or just the casual souvenir buyer. From the night market which is built up of lots of other markets catering to specific needs to well-known international stores, Chiang Mai offers a
Where to stay in Chiang Mai – a neighborhood guide
Chiang Mai is the second largest city in Thailand after Bangkok. Once the capital of the Lanna Kingdom (northern Thailand), it is now the cultural capital of the country. Its northern location means that it’s influenced by Burma who once ruled the area. The diversity of Chiang Mai from the busy Nigh
A Phuket regional guide – idyllic beaches, iconic islands and picture perfect scenery
As the largest island in the whole of Thailand and known as the ‘Pearl of the Andaman’, Phuket is a popular holiday destination. Situated in southern Thailand, the island is just 48 km long and 21 km wide and its beaches are home to balmy waters and idyllic white sand. Road bridges connect the large
What to see and do in Phuket – a guide to notable attractions
The island is mainly famous for its beautifully serene beaches, huge luxurious yet cheap resorts and, of course, it’s partying. There is however, a lot more to it than that. Buddhist temples are everywhere on the island, as well as secret quiet beaches to explore and relax on. The interior area of P
A guide of where to eat and what to eat in Phuket
The island of Phuket is full of cosmopolitan food as a result of the booming tourist trade. Many visitors never returned home after setting foot on the island and have since set up restaurants and cafes catering to the taste-buds of their fellow travelers. Seafood is an obvious favorite on the islan
Phuket – where to shop on the island
Originally, Phuket was on the major trading route between India and China and today, Phuket still benefits from this. Items to shop for include batik, Thai silk, cultured pearls, nielloware (objects with etched designs) pewterware and dried seafood. The busy beaches are overcome with people selling
Phuket – a guide of where to stay on the island
Phuket is a place for relaxation, luxury and partying. However, there are areas tucked away that still represent the traditional Thailand. Huge resorts adorn the west coast of the island overlooking the beaches. There are many options available for tourists from beachside luxury and boutique hotels
5 Top Natural Beauty Spots of Chiang Mai
5 Top Natural Beauty Spots of Chiang Mai The beauty of Chiang Mai must be felt with the heart In Thailand, travellers tend to go to Bangkok, Phuket and the islands in the Gulf of Thailand in search of natural beauty spots. However, they overlook North Thailand, kn
A Bargain Hunters Paradise
A Bargain Hunters Paradise Unravel Chiang Mais Colourful Market Maze
Chiang Mai is a city of contrasts, a symbiosis of modernity and tradition, which makes it the most culturally significant region in northern Thailand. This peculiarity has bestowed the city wit
Up High in Chiang Mai
Up High in Chiang Mai Stunning vistas and beauty spots in a Thai paradise It's often just as magical to view a city from afar as it is to wander through its streets. Why else would we fork out for the London Eye or climb the many steps of the Eiffel Tower? Th
Extreme Sports in Phuket
Extreme Sports in Phuket Getting active OFF the beach Phuket may be the ultimate beach holiday destination in the world but there’s a lot more to experience than translucent blue seas, powdery white beaches and guaranteed sunshine. Check out the following
Immerse Yourself in Culture in Chiang Mai
Immerse Yourself in Culture in Chiang Mai The best ways to experience this unique Thai culture Up to the 1920s, the 700-year-old city of Chiang Mai could only be reached via a strenuous journey on the river or an elephant trek. This isolation has maintained a pres
Phuket Weekend Market
Phuket Weekend Market Shop like the locals in Phuket If you like bargain-hunting and don’t mind a bit of hustle and bustle, why not try a real-life market. A word of caution: you are stepping off the tourist track and rubbing shoulders with hundreds of lik
TheArt ofLongtail Paddlesurf
The
Art of
Longtail Paddlesurf
Paddling and keeping balance on a board on the water
Meditative. Soothing. Sublime. These are some of the words that a group trying out standup paddling for the first time on Phuket used to describe the experience. Standup paddli
Great Walks in Chiang Mai
Great Walks in Chiang Mai Discovering the ancient city by foot. Thailand has become one of the most popular tourist destinations around. The great currency conversion from the pound and its endless party atmosphere has seen it transform into a backpacker’s p
Cape Phromthep
Cape Phromthep One of Phukets most popular viewpoints! The end of Phuket on the southwest coast, known as Cape Promthep or Laem Promthep, is arguably Phuket's most photographed and romantic spot. It has long been the favourite place to watch the spectacular s
Phukets Street Food Scene
Phukets Street Food Scene From lively markets and street stalls to family-run eateries Tropical Phuket is most famous for its beaches, but to experience the real heart and soul of the island it’s essential to delve into its local food culture. Throughout Th
Phukets Gentle Giant
Phukets Gentle Giant A homage to Buddha and cultural tourism Perched atop a 380 metre hilltop in Nakkerd Hills between Chalong and Kata is Phuket's newest man-made attraction, Big Buddha or Ming Mongkol Buddha. This structure is dedicated to His Majesty King
Phuket Museums: Kitschy Time Trip
Phuket Museums: Kitschy Time Trip A stroll down memory lane Museums by their nature tend to be fusty and odd and Phuket's two largest museums are no exception. Informative? Sure. Eccentric? Definitely. Let's take a stroll through time ...
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