Ko Klang: A taste of local life in Krabi
A longtail boat – its bow decorated with colourful ribbons for spiritual protection – powers through the water. In the sapphire-blue …
Responsible Tourism
Tuk-tuks, elephants, and lessons in life on the Mae Hong Son Loop
The Mae Hong Son Loop. For seasoned motorbike riders, this is one of the most epic routes in Thailand. A spectacular road journey that takes riders …
Thailand Aims to Reduce Use of Plastic Bags
7 December 2019 From January 1, 2020, many stores in Thailand will stop handing out single-use plastic carrier bags to customers. Among the shops …
In Search of Thailand’s Best Chocolate
The northern Thai province of Nan will always hold a special place in my heart. In my opinion, it’s one of the most underrated locations in Thailand. …
TAT Launches ‘Me Myself & Thailand’ for Solo Female Travellers
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has released a free digital guidebook aimed at encouraging female solo travellers to experience more of the …
Enjoy Isaan Hospitality at Ban Chiang Community, Udon Thani
With the gentlest of touches the third piece of white string is tied to my wrist. “Khaw hai chok dee na ka” the elegant Thai auntie says …
Experience Local Life at the Thailand Village Academy
They say that travel broadens the mind. And it does. But only if you allow yourself to be open to new experiences. If you travel in Thailand one of …
PLastic Ban at Thailand’s National Parks
6 As part of a plan to tackle the problem of plastic waste in Thailand, the Department of National Parks (DNP) introduced stricter measures in 2018 …
No More Overnight Stays on the Similan Islands
4 Since 2018, tourists have not been allowed to stay overnight on the Similan Islands. There is also a limit on the number of day-trippers who are …
Fired Up for Success at Ban Rai Kong Khing, Chiang Mai
The warmth from the hot coals flushes my cheeks. The heady aroma of herbs fills my nostrils and the gentle lilt of Lanna music fills the air. My eyes …
Homestay Hospitality and the Power of Responsible Tourism in Mae Hong Son
As an outsider looking in, the village of Ban Muang Pam seems idyllic. Perched high up on a hillside in picturesque Mae Hong Son province, this …
Ethical Elephant Encounters in Khao Sok
It may come as a surprise to many of you to learn that my life in Thailand isn’t all sunshine and smiles despite the impression I may give. Like …
Ban Nam Chiao Eco-Tourism Community, Trat
There’s an old saying in Ban Nam Chiao that typifies the way the fisherman from the village co-operate: “A mackerel boat can’t catch …