9 Reasons to Love Thailand
Thailand may be many things, but it certainly isn’t boring. It’s a country full of life and energy with an intoxicating mix of the …
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Phra Nang Cave, Krabi
Many visitors to Phra Nang Beach simply go there to soak up the sun, laze on the white sand and admire the stunning Krabi scenery. Flanked to its left …
Reclining Buddha, Wat Lokaya Sutha, Ayutthaya
Although Wat Lokaya Sutha (also written as Wat Lokayasutharam) is not one of the most famous historic sites in Ayutthaya, it remains an impressive …
Coronation of Thai King Scheduled for May 2019
1 January 2019 A statement from the palace today announced the dates of the coronation ceremony for HM King Vajiralongkorn. The coronation ceremony …
Bhuping Palace, Chiang Mai
If you are visiting Chiang Mai and heading up to the mountain temple of Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, you can also combine this with a trip to the nearby …
Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, Chiang Mai
If you only visit one temple in Chiang Mai, then Wat Phra That Doi Suthep is the one to visit. And don’t just take my word for it; local people …
On the Trail of Food and Culture in Historic Lamphun
With so much to see and do in Chiang Mai it’s not surprising that many tourists visiting Thailand’s northern capital don’t venture …
Thailand General Election, 2019
12 December 2018 It looks increasingly likely that the much anticipated and much delayed general election in Thailand will finally go ahead on 24 …
Thai Authorities Agree New Visa Regulations to Boost Tourism
24 November 2018 Thailand’s military government have backed plans to ease some visa regulations as part of a strategy to boost tourism. The …
Iconsiam Shopping Mall Opens in Bangkok
12 November 2018 Iconsiam is the latest addition to Bangkok’s ever expanding list of shopping malls. The mega-mall opened last week on a site …
Terminal 21 Shopping Mall Opens in Pattaya
5 November 2018 A major new shopping mall recently opened in Pattaya. The airport-themed shopping centre becomes the third of its kind in Thailand …
Thai Owner of Leicester City FC Feared Dead in Helicopter Crash
28 October 2018 Yesterday evening a helicopter belonging to Vichai Srivaddhanaprabha, the Thai owner of English football club Leicester City, crashed …
How to Get to Bangkok’s Old City Area
From buses to boats, there are a number of options to reach Bangkok’s Old City area. The best way to get to the Thai capital’s historic …
A Nation Remembers
14 October 2018 Candlelit ceremonies were held in provinces across Thailand last night as people gathered to commemorate the second anniversary of the …
National Park Officials Extend Closure of Maya Bay, Phi Phi Leh
3 October 2018 Thailand’s Department of National Parks (DNP) have announced that Maya Bay will remain closed to visitors until further notice. …
Sabai Sabai in Khao Yai
There are plenty of choices for people looking to escape the bustle of Bangkok for a few days. Drive two or three hours in any direction from the Thai …
Samlors and Cycles: On The Trail of Chiang Mai’s Hidden Heritage
Chiang Mai is a city with so much to see and do. Whether it’s ancient temples, ethical elephant experiences or adrenaline-filled adventure, …
Thailand’s National Parks Introduce Plastic Ban
6 September 2018 As part of a plan to tackle the problem of plastic waste in Thailand, the Department of National Parks (DNP) have introduced new …