LIST OF INTERESTING ARTICLES

LIST OF INTERESTING ARTICLES


Study Visit and Business Leisure Tour
The Study Visit and Business and Leisure Tour is the perfect ways to explore beautiful tourist destinations while learning about the culture of Thailand and how to do business there.


Retirement in Thailand
Retirement is a time to relax and take it easy, so a country like Thailand could be ideal for retirees who want exactly that. Thailand is a laid-back country which offers a whole lot more, and so it i...


Spa in Thailand
Thailand is a destination to indulge in this pastime therapy. The country prides itself in countless spas offering the highest world-class services at extremely reasonable rates.


Golf in Thailand
There are an abundance of reasons why golf in Thailand has become so huge. First, if you compare the cost to most golfing countries in the world, Thailand’s golf courses offer membership and course fe...


Diving in Thailand
Without a doubt Thailand is home to some of the finest and most beautiful beaches and islands in the world, surrounded by crystal clear water and stunning coral.


Trip for family with kids in Bangkok 3
If you are taking a family vacation in Thailand and your children are getting tired of visits to the temples and museums,


Top spots for shopaholics in Bangkok
Bangkok is a shopper’s paradise where you can find just about everything from expensive brand name goods to cheap knockoffs all within easy walking distance.


See Bangkok, knows Thailand
Next to the Royal Palace and the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, there is a vast open ground called Sanam Luang or Thung Phra Men. There may not be much going on,


Ratchaburi to Nakhon Pathom
Most tourists come to Thailand for the culture and the “mai pen rai” lifestyle of the Thai people. Thailand’s reputation as “The Land of Smile” still holds true,


One Day Trip in Bangkok Route 2
This day includes a little bit of everything, visiting a beautiful temple, a throne hall, a palace, a historic house, ending the day with a vigorous shopping spree.


Article 1 : One Day Trip in Bangkok Rout...
A cultural sight seeing in Bangkok can be a daunting task considering there are so many places to see all over town and to fight the traffic to reach all the places would require a lot of patience and...


Learning Thai in Bangkok
No, we don’t mean for you to master the language in a few short hours. What we are talking about is a little piece of Thailand to take back home after your vacation in the Kingdom.


Three Different Places to Stay on Chawen...
Samui Island, Surat Thani is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Thailand, especially in the summer.


The Wild Roses of Doi Inthanon (Doi Inth...
Besides its fame of being the location for the peak of Thailand's highest mountain, Doi Inthanon, the Wild Rose is also an important bird-watching site.


Doi Inthanon Attraction, Chiangmai
If you are travelling to Chiang Mai and have the urge to get in touch with the pristine unspoiled nature, take a visit to Doi Inthanon National Park,


The Wild Roses of Doi Inthanon (Doi Inth...
Besides its fame of being the location for the peak of Thailand's highest mountain, Doi Inthanon, the Wild Rose is also an important bird-watching site.


Doi Inthanon Attraction, Chiangmai
If you are travelling to Chiang Mai and have the urge to get in touch with the pristine unspoiled nature, take a visit to Doi Inthanon National Park,


Around Samut Prakan
Bangkok is a city full of diversities and contrasts. Old town blends seamlessly with the new, the modern coexists peacefully with the traditional.


1 Day trip in Pattaya 2
Who says Pattaya is just all about sand, sea and sun ? If ever you want to take a break from your time on the beach,


Day Trip in Pattaya 1
A seaside beach city located about 150 km east of Bangkok, Pattaya is one of the not-to-be-missed locations when one visits Thailand. A popular tourist spot for both Thai and foreigners alike,...


The Warmth of a Cold Night in Chiang Dao
'Home' is one of the first memories of warmth and security in one's life. 'Home' is our nurturing place since childhood and it is the place that understands us the most.


Pleasant in tree shade.
If you feel that you are so distant with these things; tree, stream, star, mountain, sand, flower, wind, moon, sky and rock, why don't you find some times to turn back to these good things?


Huai Nam Lom ( The Nam Lom Brook)
Surrounded by mountains passing from Hang Dong to Sa Meung, Chiang Mai, a resort is located at the edge of a brook.


Have an easy life in a luxurious resort ...
During the beginning of the year, beaches are the popular places for traveling purpose.


End of Season at Southern Andaman
It was nearly mid-May. The South-West Monsoon should have dominated the Andaman Sea.


Drive along the beautiful beaches of Tra...
Today I will guide you to Trang beautiful beaches which are tens of kilometers long. Trang is situated along the Andaman Sea.


Contemporary Thai Style
Manathai Village is a stylish hotel on Tapae Road Soi 3 in the centre of Chiangmai City.


Andaman Today
No one could have expected that the Andaman coast of Thailand would suffer such a horrific natural disaster at the end of last year.


A Resting Place Where the World Spins Sl...
There must be sometimes that we want the world to slow down or even stop, as it is so tiring to keep up.


Truly Unseen: Phutoei National Park
Phu Toei National Park, located in Suphanburi bordering Uthai Thani and Kanchanaburi provinces is one of Thailand’s least visited national parks. So unvisited in fact,

Travelling In Thailand....By Train!
During this series I didn’t even mention ‘motorbike-taxis’ - probably cause I am in the habit of writing about them quite a lot anyway! And how about the ‘car’, sorry - but such a boring form of getti...


Idyllic isles further south
With islands like the 'Emerald Cave', Trang offers a unique experience that is seriously off the well-trodden path


The Great 'Loy Krathong' Myth!
Beyond a doubt, Loy Krathong is Thailand’s most beautiful festival. Thais and foreigners alike are taught that Loy Krathong originated something like 700 years ago in the northern province of Sukhotha...


The 100 Year Old Market
I’ve been in Suphanburi for around three years but had failed to venture to this very well-known market located just 30km from Suphanburi’s provincial town. Almost a sin and a once in a year phenomeno...


Soi Ngam Dupli / Soi Sri Bumphen Part1
Soi Ngam Dupli and its adjacent lane, Soi Sri Bumphen, located just off Rama 4 Road near Lumphini Boxing Stadium was the backpacker haven way before the advent of Khao Sarn Road.While Khao Sarn has de...


Off The Beaten Track.....Suphanburi
As for Suphanburi, 99% of the tourists here are Thai and I can count on my fingers the number of backpackers I have spotted during my couple of years here. So, if you are really thinking about ‘gettin...


Lots More Fun....Travelling In Thailand!
Once upon a time, hitch-hiking was an absolute fad amongst those hippy dreadlocked herb-smoking travellers seeking a bit of mystical enlightment on the overland Asia-Europe trail. These days though,


Holidaying in Kanchanaburi
Well, not having too much choice, I yet again chose Kanchanaburi as me destination for a few days. Asking me why I still like it, I can only say that most of the tourist areas there haven't really cha...


Enjoying....Thailand's Nightlife
Once upon a time not so long ago Thailand and especially Bangkok, was a paradise heaven for partygoers wishing to boggie the night away before returning back to their crash-pads just before the infamo...


Dream World
Well, just yesterday, me and wifey went for a complimentary day-trip to Thailand’s one and only supposedly-super groovy Dream World. If you’ve never been or even heard of Dream World,


Do's & Don'ts....To Truly Unseen Thailan...
Of course, ‘Unseen Thailand’ is a bit of an exaggeration! Thailand's Tourism Board has been using this slogan for a few years now but has failed to do little but point every single tourist in the same...


Dos and Don'ts of coming to Thailand
Do get off the beaten track, there is more to Thailand than just writing boastful postcards and drinking banana shakes.


Choo-choo through Thailand
Forget that ear-splitting karaoke on overnight buses and take in the countryside at a leisurely pace on a Thai train


9 Lucky Bangkok Temples
Over the last few years, it has become increasingly more popular for people to try and visit nine sacred temples in Bangkok in order to bring themselves good luck for the new year.


Bangkok Canal Tour
A great way to explore the old Bangkok is to take a canal tour. In the past, Bangkok was known as the "Venice of the East" as there were so many canals. People used to live on floating rafts and they ...

Dusit Zoo in Bangkok
Dusit Zoo, or Khao Din, is a popular place for Thai families to go at the weekend. It is in Central Bangkok between Chitlada Palace where the king lives and the Ananda Samakhom Throne Hall.


Exploring the BTS Sky Train Route
Using the BTS Sky Train to explore Bangkok is not only quick and convenient, but it also gives you a tree top view of buildings and streets. In fact, it wasn't until I rode the sky train on the first ...


Exploring the MRT Subway in Bangkok
MRT Subway (also known as the Bangkok Metro) compare to the sky train is less crowded and quieter though equally clean. At present there are 18 stations along a route that covers 20 kilometers.


Loha Prasat - The Metal Castle
When I drive down Ratchadamnoen Klang Road towards the Democracy Monument, I often noticed this strange structure in the grounds of Wat Ratchanatdaram.


Lumphini Park in Bangkok
Probably the most famous and popular park in Bangkok is Lumphini. For many years I have been meaning to go there to take a look around.


Phra Pathom Chedi
Despite its closeness to Bangkok, the city of Nakhon Pathom is neglected by tourists. This is a shame because of the historical importance of the city.


Rama IX Park Flower Festival
One of my favourite parks on the outskirts of Bangkok is Suanluang Rama IX. This 200 acre park was dedicated to H.M. The King about twenty years ago.


A Trip To The Far North
We arrived at Thailand’s northern most district of Mae Sai, in Chiang Rai province. Once upon a time this place was a backpackers’ haven with a wide selection of groovy guesthouses and meeting places....


Safari World
One of the largest theme parks in Thailand is Safari World, on the northern outskirts of Bangkok. According to their brochure it is "Thailand's greatest and most popular open zoo and show park".


A New Year....In Bangkok part 1
After having visited the wife’s hometown of Nakhorn Sawan on a handful of occasions over the past year, I thought it was only justifiably correct to allow myself a break from the northern lands this t...


Samphran Elephant Ground & Zoo
On the Western outskirts of Bangkok is the Samphran Elephant Ground and Zoo. They label it themselves as the "greatest elephant show in Thailand" and I think they are probably right.


A khmer classic
Phanom Rung Historical Park is one of the must-see sites in Thailand with its stunning Khmer monument and glorious views


Sanam Chan Palace
I have visited Nakhon Pathom three or four times, and on every trip I usually just visit the giant Phra Pathom Chedi. It is true that it is impressive, but then so is the nearby Phra Ratchawang Sanam ...


Snake Farm in Bangkok
I have been giving you some ideas about what to do along the route of the MRT Subway in Bangkok. Today I want to suggest that you visit the Snake Farm which is roughly halfway between Sam Yan and Silo...


Sriracha Tiger Zoo
People often ask us for family friendly tourist attractions in Thailand where they can take their kids to have some fun. Sriracha Tiger Zoo is a great place for kids on holiday in Thailand.

Taling Chan Floating Market
In the olden days, people in Thailand didn't go to markets like we do today. The markets came to them. This is because most people either lived on canals or along the banks.


Thai Prison Museum
We often talk about the top 10 attractions in Bangkok for tourists. Most of these are familiar to all of us. However, if you have already been to Thailand before, or you feel that you cannot face yet ...


The Beaches on Koh Samet
I recently spent some time exploring the beaches along the coastline of Rayong. This area is only two-three hours from Bangkok and counts as some of the most beautiful and exotic locations in Thailand...


The Boat Temple
Recently I continued my exploration of the BTS Sky Train in Bangkok. There are quite a few hidden and unique places along the route as long as you don't mind doing a little walking.


The Golden Buddha
One of the temples that should be in your Top 10 Temples in Bangkok is Wat Traimit (full name is Wat Traimitwitthayaram Worawihan). The temple is on the outskirts of Chinatown and was was built about ...


The Grand Palace
For first time visitors to Thailand, the tourist attraction that should be at the top of everyone’s list is the Grand Palace in Bangkok. Or, to be more precise, Wat Phra Kaew (The Temple of the Emeral...


The Marble Temple Part 1
One of my favourite temples in Bangkok has to be Wat Benchamabopit. This is more commonly known by tourists and tour guides as the Marble Temple because it was built with marble from Carrera, Italy. I...


Vimanmek Teak Mansion
When you visit the Grand Palace you are given a free ticket for Dusit Palace which includes Vimanmek Mansion and the Ananda Samakhom Throne Hall .


Wat Saket Temple Fair
Wat Saket is one of those temples in Bangkok that should be on your list of "places to visit". I have already written about a gruesome visit to this temple by a tourist in the 1880's (click here).


Wat Suthat in Bangkok
I have been to this Suthat temple before as it is one of the most important royal temples in Bangkok.


Watching Muay Thai in Bangkok
For those of you coming to Thailand on holiday, I highly recommend that you don’t miss an opportunity to go and see a Muay Thai match in Bangkok.


Yellow Tram Tour in Bangkok
I think the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) have been doing a pretty good job of promoting tourism in Bangkok.


Medical Tourism In Thailand
Thailand can offer the patient the same kind of treatment as back home while enabling him or her to enjoy the holiday of a life time. The uptrend of medical tourism in Thailand is escalating to meteor...


The Joyous Time in Thailand (Festival)
It’s New Year again, the last and perhaps the most joyous time of the year.


Have You Tried Our Thai Coffee ?
Whether it’s coffee to help wake you up in the morning or to help cool you down after a day of serious shopping, Thai coffee has it all.

Adventure in Thailand
Adventure takes many forms: a new relationship or job, sushi for the first time, or even a walk through an L.A. slum at 2am on a Saturday night – all qualify.


Siam Cultural Park
When people think about tourism, most of the time they usually think of beaches, waterfalls, and mountains which are natural tourism. However other than those natural ones, Thailand also house many in...


Bannaree Spa at Banburee Resort & Spa Ar...
Banburee Resort and Spa nestles in the folds of a picturesque hillside in the south of the island, offering some of the best get-away-from-it-all locations.


Vimanmek Palace
Today we were up and out fairly early (with Moon and our downstairs neighbour Marisa in tow). Ha that was fun.....how many people can you fit in a taxi?


“O Bangkok Magic name, blessed name”
-Joseph Conrad- Excerpt from Bangkok. A Cultural and Literary History by Maryvelma Smith O’Neil Published by Signal Books: www.signalbooks.co.uk Available in Thailand from Asia books.


Northeast Rockets Festivals 2008
Rockets soar to encourage rain in the Northeast, devout Buddhists climb a mountain in the North, kayaks race to qualify for the Olympics, just west of Bangkok, while country music lovers meet in the f...


Trace the Clue of Architecture on both b...
Chao Phraya River is a significant river of Thailand. It has its origin from the north by the tributaries namely Ping, Wang, Yom and Nan flowing together and meeting at Pak Nam Pho District, Nakhons...


THAILAND – LADIES’ CHOICE
In her ten visits to Thailand, Yvonne Strömberg once came specifically to purchase eye glasses. Another time she had a facelift. Typically though, she comes to relax in the northern hills around ...


GREEN FINS: Eco-friendly Diving in Thail...
Thailand welcomes over 550,000 dive tourists each year and is home to over 80,000 certified divers of its own. Dive tourism in Thailand has increased by more than twenty-fold from 25,000 divers2 in 19...


Royal Beauty At Doi Angkhang
One of the coldest places in Thailand, Doi Angkhang in Chiang Mai, is renowned as a scenic wonderland of orchards, flowers and forests. The area attracts tourists to enjoy the chilly beauty of this pi...


Long Live the King
5 December: In every city and village across the country, citizens gather to celebrate the birthday of HM the King Bhumibol Adulaydej. Born 5 December, 1927, HM the King is the longest reigning Thai ...


The Joyous Time in Thailand
It’s New Year again, the last and perhaps the most joyous time of the year. For many people, December seems to be the month you are most often preoccupied with something else but work.


SEA of Mist : Amazing Wonders in Thailan...
The sea of mist is extraordinarily beautiful in winter, especially in the North. However, it is also possible to see it in some parts of the North East and Central Thailand as well.


Shopping in Thailand
All the Stuff That's Fit to Sell Among its countless other joys and wonders, Thailand is a great place to shop -- particularly in Bangkok where the variety of retail outlets and goods is staggering. O...


Education with Enjoyment
With the worldwide boom in spas and wellness centres, the demand for therapists able to offer Thai massage is increasing, and with it the number of visitors studying massage in Thailand also grows.

The Royal Initiative Discovery
Based on His Majesty the King’s sufficiency economy model, the new campaign favors a quality over quantity philosophy under which equal attention is paid to ensuring both sustainability and grassroots...


OLD PHUKET - THE TIN LEGACY
Old Phuket Town dates back to the tin mining days of a century ago, when Chinese immigrants sought to make their fortunes from this precious ore.


TOURING TRANG BY TUK TUK HUA KOP
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has worked in cooperation with Trang Municipality Office, the Trang Tuk Tuk Club and Trang Tourism Association to jointly develop three special sightseeing rout...


BAN MAI RIVERSIDE MARKET
At Talat Ban Mai, the local community has revived its 100 year-old riverside market on the eastern end of Chachoengsao province.


THAILAND -- CENTRE OF LEARNING AND BUDDH...
Thailand’s reputation as a safe and peaceful destination is attracting thousands of foreigners from all over the world to learn more about the 2,547-year-old Buddhist faith and one of its most famous ...