Hotel Review: Villa Mahabhirom, Chiang Mai
The name Villa Mahabhirom translates as ‘Villa of Great Pleasure’ and it’s a fitting description for this elegant luxury resort discretely …
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Afternoon Tea at the House on Sathorn, Bangkok
So much has changed in Bangkok since the House on Sathorn was first built more than a century ago. The historic mansion house was originally …
Hotel Review: Anurak Community Lodge, Khao Sok
A sublime setting, a homely atmosphere and a business with a focus on sustainability all combine to make Anurak Community Lodge an excellent choice …
Hotel Review: Somerset Park Suanplu, Bangkok
Bangkok can divide opinion. As much as I love the city, I’m well aware that not everybody shares the same enthusiasm for the Thai capital. The …
Hotel Review: The Monttra Pattaya
Surrounded by a canopy of trees overlooking the Gulf of Thailand, there is little to disturb the tranquility at The Monttra Pattaya apart from the …
Muay Thai Live, Bangkok
At first glance, Thailand’s national sport can appear brutal. Two fighters in a flurry of punches, flying feet and crashing elbows. But Thai …
Perception Blind Massage, Bangkok
Earlier this week I met a lady called Aoy. Her colleagues describe her as ‘jai yen‘ and ‘jai dee‘; calm and kind. Aoy’s …
Hotel Review: OZO Pattaya
Compact, comfortable and chic. Three words that neatly sum up OZO Pattaya, a stylish new hotel which opened in the seaside resort on September 15. …
X2 River Kwai Resort, Kanchanaburi
Located on a scenic stretch of the Kwai Noi River in Kanchanaburi province, the X2 River Kwai resort opened for business in July 2014. With just 8 …
Hotel Review: Hua Chang Heritage Hotel, Bangkok
With a great location, comfortable rooms and excellent service, the Hua Chang Heritage Hotel ticks most of the boxes I look for in a hotel. Located a …
Hotel Review: Royal Tha Tien Village, Bangkok
With just 5 guest rooms, staying at the Royal Tha Tien Village is more akin to staying at somebody’s home than a hotel. The polished wooden …
Hotel Review: Jansome House, Chiang Rai
With rooms around the 400-500 Baht mark, Jasmine House is very much a budget option for visitors to Chiang Rai. But with a convenient central location …
Afternoon Tea at The Chedi, Chiang Mai
I’ve got a secret I need to confess. Last month I transgressed. It was just an afternoon fling, I promise. Am I ashamed? No. It was fantastic. …
Hotel Review: Top North Hotel, Mae Sai
For many non-Thai visitors, the reason for a trip to the northern border town of Mae Sai is usually a visa run. Travelling to Mae Sai from Chiang Mai …
Restaurant Review: The Riverside Evening Dinner Cruise, Chiang Mai
Located on the banks of the Ping River, the Riverside Restaurant is one of Chiang Mai’s most famous dining venues with a good reputation amongst …
Hotel Review: Wendy Guest House, Bangkok
Wendy Guest House is a budget hotel located in central Bangkok a few minutes’ walk from the Skytrain (National Stadium station). It’s also …
Review: At Home Sukhothai Guest House
On a recent visit to Sukhothai and Si Satchanalai I opted to stay at the small guest-house, At Home Sukhothai which has received lots of good reviews …
Book Review: Catching the Sun by Tony Parsons
I first became aware of ‘Catching the Sun’ after watching the author being interviewed on BBC World. During that interview, Tony Parsons …