Thaizer
Thailand news, tips & advice
A new addition to Chiang Mai's dining scene, Mixology Burger and Bar opened last month (August 2013) providing a modern twist on some classic northern Thai dishes. I've eaten here a few times now and been bowled over by the quality of the food. …
[Read more...] about Review: Mixology Bar & Restaurant, 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. In fact, it was so good I'm looking forward to doing it again. I'm a man of simple tastes. Give me a …
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 or Chiang Rai can easily be done as a day trip, but if you are travelling on to the Golden Triangle …
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 the locals and expats who visit here. The restaurant is a scenic location to dine, but for a small extra …
[Read more...] about Restaurant Review: The Riverside Evening Dinner Cruise, Chiang Mai
Wendy Guest House is a budget hotel located in central Bangkok a few minutes' walk from the Skytrain (National Stadium station). It's also very convenient for a number of other Bangkok transport options and with rooms starting at around 1,000 Baht …
[Read more...] about Hotel Review: Wendy Guest House, Bangkok
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 on various online sites, but is it worthy of the positive recommendations? Here's my personal review …
I first became aware of 'Catching the Sun' after watching the author being interviewed on BBC World. During that interview, Tony Parsons described his latest novel as a 'love letter to Thailand', but did the book live up to that description? The …
[Read more...] about Book Review: Catching the Sun by Tony Parsons
Thong Ta Resort and Spa is a budget hotel located close to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi international airport. This makes it a good choice for passengers with a long wait between connecting flights or who just want the convenience of a hotel close to Bangkok …
[Read more...] about Hotel Review: Thong Ta Resort, Bangkok Airport
On a recent visit to Ko Lanta I wanted to stay for a few nights in Sala Dan, the main town on the island and the location of the port where most boats arrive and depart Ko Lanta. The Heart Inn is a budget hotel, but it's pleasant enough and has a …
I stayed at the Bella Villa Hotel on Third Road, Pattaya during a three-day visit to the seaside resort last last month. This hotel is part of a chain and this particular location on Third Road (not far from North Pattaya bus station) is the oldest …
[Read more...] about Hotel Review: Bella Villa Hotel & Serviced Apartments, Pattaya
Staying at a hotel close to Bangkok airport can be a convenient option for travellers transiting via the Thai capital. I've previously stayed a number of times at the Queens Garden Resort, but over the weekend I opted for a one night stay at The …
[Read more...] about Hotel Review: The Great Residence, Bangkok Airport
This small hotel only opened at the end of 2011 but has already earned good reviews across the web. On the basis of those reviews I decided to stay here for 3 nights on a trip to Ko Lipe last month. Rooms Harmony Bed and Bakery is a compact low-rise …
[Read more...] about Hotel Review: Harmony Bed & Bakery, Ko Lipe
