If you’re looking for a dreamy place to escape to this year, look no further than the beautiful islands of Thailand. Sure, they’re hardly a secret but Thailand’s islands are famous for a reason. Whether you’re in the mood to lay on the beach all day,...
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Long a favourite with all sorts of travellers from the hippies of the 60s to backpackers and fans of luxury, Thailand really does have something for everyone from the hill tribes of the north to the beautiful tropical beaches and islands of the south. Add to this bustling cities, tantalising cuisine and stunning temples and plenty more beside.
5 Unique and Fun Things to Do in Bangkok
Thailand is one of the most popular destinations in the world for visitors looking for exotic vacation spots and its capital city is a particular draw. Local statistics indicate that nearly three million guests arrive each year. The history of the ancient city dates back to the...
Best places to visit in January
With the twinkling Christmas decorations packed back into storage, all the leftover creations of turkey risotto and curry finally finished, and will power to stick to New Year’s resolutions already waning, January can be a hard month. What would we recommend as the best course of action...
A visual journey through Thailand
Take a journey through Thailand from the comfort of your chair with this stunning collection of images. We’ve scoured the internet to find some of the most enticing pictures of Thailand’s favourite sights from the capital of Bangkok to the colourful hill tribes of Chiang Rai...
Top marketplaces around the world
While landmarks and monuments will tell you the history of a destination, museums and art galleries will tell you about its heritage, and national parks and reserves will tell you about its flora and fauna – what’s the best way of learning about its culture? For...
Sounds of Thailand
When overwhelmed by the curious sights and pungent aromas of a new destination, it can be easy to forget to take notice of just how much noise is around you. Whether it’s the ringing of a ship’s bell as waves lap its side, honking of a...
Thailand’s Songkran Festival
If you are in Thailand in April, travel north to the forested foothills and Chiang Mai to take part in the world’s greatest water fight – the Songkran Festival. A destination with plenty to offer, from temples to restaurants and markets, the city comes alive as...
Thailand in 158 cuts
How many cuts does it take to capture the essence of Thailand on film? Well the videographer behind this week’s video pick managed to do it in 158. This wonderful compilation of shots showcases the vibrancy and allure of Thailand, from its smiling locals, stunning scenery, exotic wildlife,...
Bangkok, beach & beyond
In September our own Lena Nielson journeyed to Thailand to meet the locals, explore its highlights and to discover some hidden gems too. Setting out from Bangkok she wandered around colourful market stalls, walked along historic Hellfire Pass and stayed the night on a jungle raft in...
Top 10 things to do in Thailand
If you are planning your dream holiday to the ‘Land of Smiles’ and are wondering where to start, here’s our pick of the top 10 things to do in Thailand. Whether its losing track of time in Bangkok, trekking through jungle undergrowth in Chiang Mai, doing your daily...