Falling Lizards, Friday 13th and Thai Superstitions
Picture the scene. It’s 2 o’clock in the morning, I’ve just switched off my computer and I need some shut-eye. I venture into the …
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Sunday Walking Street Market, Chiang Mai
Not to be confused with the famous Night Bazaar on Changklan Road, the Walking Street Market is always attended by large numbers of Thais and offers a …
Thai Greeting, the Wai
Whether they’ve been to Thailand before or not, most people will be familiar with the traditional Thai form of greeting, the wai, in which the …
Snakes, Scorpions & Creepy-Crawlies
Although there are plenty of different varieties of snake in Thailand, the vast majority of foreign visitors are unlikely to see one outside of a zoo …
Learning the Thai Language
Whatever country you visit, local people usually appreciate if you make at least some effort to speak their language. Thailand is no different in this …
Farang in Thailand
The term ‘farang‘ (often pronounced as ‘falang‘) is a general term used by many Thais when referring to Caucasian visitors. …
Visiting Thai Temples
Visitors to Thai temples (wats) may find the atmosphere surprisingly relaxed as they often serve as local community centres. Within the temple grounds …
Mosquitoes
Mosquitoes are a part of life in Thailand. Some people suffer more than others from mosquito bites, but there are a few simple steps you can take to …
Motorcycles – What to Watch Out for When Hiring a Motorbike in Thailand
Thai-Style Driving Motorcycles are a common form of transport in just about every part of Thailand and the apparent Thai disregard for safety may come …
Chiang Mai River Cruise
Whilst the choice of river dinner cruises in Bangkok is overwhelming, the same is not true of Chiang Mai. Mae Ping River Cruise is probably the best …
When is the Best Time to Visit Thailand?
In my opinion, any month is a good time to visit, but much depends on what you want from your trip. The reality is that any time of the year will have …
Should I Take Cash, Credit Cards or Travellers Cheques?
Personally, I would opt for a combination of all three regardless of how long you are spending in Thailand. Cash Cash is obviously convenient, but …
Can my airline stop me from boarding if I haven’t got a visa for Thailand?
Yes they can, but don’t let this panic you! There aren’t long lines of people being turned away from their flights to Bangkok. It …
River Cruise – Bangkok by Night
A number of competing firms provide the option of an evening dinner cruise along the Chao Phraya River. It’s a pleasant way to enjoy Bangkok and …
Multi-Entry Tourist Visa
Changes to Thailand Tourist VisasOn November 13, 2015, Thailand introduced a new style Multiple Entry Tourist Visa. The previous double and triple …
Single-Entry Tourist Visa
If you are travelling to Thailand and you don’t meet all the conditions required for the visa exemption, you are best advised to contact the …
Do I Need a Visa for Travel to Thailand?
If you are visiting Thailand as a tourist, you may be eligible to enter the country under the ‘Visa Exemption’ rule. If you are eligible …
One-Way Flights to Thailand (Visa Regulations)
Under current Thai visa regulations, a foreign national is not permitted to fly on a one-way ticket to Thailand unless they are in possession of a …