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Luxury villas in Phuket have redefined the meaning of exclusivity when it comes to an extravagant holiday. For those looking to live in Phuket in

Planning to escape to Phuket for some much needed rest and relaxation? In recent years, the is-land has turned into a haven for those with

If you’re looking to experience Thailand beyond the main tourist trail, be sure to add Nan to your itinerary. Overseas tourists often overlook this charming

Lamphun is the smallest province in North Thailand. While it’s true that its big neighbour Chiang Mai can boast more attractions, there are still enough

The capital of Phuket province, Phuket Town is a hodgepodge of history and culture. The neighborhood is full of things to see and do, whether

Mae Hong Son has a different feel to many other Thai provinces. Tucked away in the mountainous border region of north-west Thailand, it's one of

Phuket is among the top destinations for visitors to the Kingdom. Thailand’s largest island, Phuket is famous for its beaches, views and good food. But

Laid-back Lampang may not be on the radar of most overseas tourists, but those that do travel here find a charming riverside city and an

If you’re travelling in Northern Thailand, try to spend a few days in Phayao. Set around a photogenic lake, the amiable small city of Phayao

On your next visit to Northern Thailand, check out our suggestions here for 10 things to do in Chiang Rai. Hike mountain trails, admire Chiang

When talking about Thai cuisine, Isaan food or North-eastern Thai food is one of the most widely eaten regional variations. Across Thailand you can find

The area that forms much of present day Northern Thailand was once a separate kingdom known as Lanna, a name which translates as ‘Land of

With a cosmopolitan population, a thriving handicraft industry and an eclectic food scene, Chiang Mai is a wonderful location for market lovers. From fresh food

There are many good reasons to visit Chiang Mai. Whether it’s to enjoy the natural surroundings and trek in the mountains or wander around ancient

We love Thai Food! It is so diverse and there is so much more to eat than green curry, pad thai and tom yum goong!

The northern Thai city of Chiang Mai is well established as Thailand’s cultural capital, and is full of unique things to do. Founded in the

Western Thailand is often a bit of an afterthought in visitors’ minds, bundled in alongside the more clearly defined central, northern, eastern and southern regions.

Planning a Bangkok staycation? With so many hotel options in Bangkok and so many deals at the moment, choosing the best hotel for a staycation

Bangkok the city that never sleeps, is famed for its rooftop bars, and a visit to one of these often high-end venues is a high

When travelling to Thailand you might have no idea what you should or shouldn't do as the culture might be different. Here are some guidelines

Aside from Bangkok, central Thailand misses out on much of the tourism brochure love that’s afforded to both the south and the north. Sometimes that’s

Let’s face it – one of the reasons many people visit Bangkok, is for the food. You’ll likely have no problem sampling much of the

Just like any country in the world, Thailand’s culture comes with its own set of customs and habits that can often be baffling to those

Wonderful attractions, delicious foods, fascinating cultures, and history are the reasons that draw millions of travelers to Thailand each year. Many of them end up

Rattanakosin is Bangkok's "old town" and historic centre. It is often know as Rattanakosin Island, because it is surrounded by canals and the Chao Phraya

Estimated reading time: 18 minutes Thai people love celebrations, and this evident by the countless number of Thai festivals. These are both Thailand wide festivals

It's the most well-known attraction in Bangkok, and it's top of the bucket list for the majority of first-time visitors to Thailand. There's little denying

With so many things to do in Bangkok, the question is how to achieve it all if you only have a limited amount of time.

Every year there are dozens of Thai public holidays and festivals to experience. This includes Thailand's public holidays, as well as country wide and regional

Estimated reading time: 24 minutes If you are looking for ideas on what to do in Bangkok, in a city the size of Bangkok it

Chatuchak Market in Bangkok, or what Thai people simply called the "JJ market", is the biggest outdoor market in Thailand and is often referred to

It's easy for a company to claim they have “Best tour in Bangkok”, it's harder to win an award from TripAdvisor that states it. Therefore,

Thailand is a favourite destinations for many tourists from around the world for many good reasons: attractions, nature, food, culture, and people. However, there are

Practically Thailand’s national emblem, the humble tuk tuk is at the heart of the authentic Thai for most first-time visitors – and plenty of repeat

Sure, it might be Thailand’s show-stopping curries, stir-fries, and salads that get most of the glory, but the country also has countless varieties of delicious,

Thanks to its many spectacular beaches, vibrant party scene, and diving spots off the coast, Phuket attracts millions of visitors every year. There is so

Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya, or Ayutthaya in short, is one of the first places beyond Bangkok visited by tourists seeking the roots of Thai culture. It’s

Bangkok's public transport system is ever evolving, and there is a myriad of ways to get around the Thai capital. In fact, it may deservedly

‘When the city is so loud that you want to escape and find some quiet place to leave everything behind, Saraburi, a small cosy town

‘Phuket, a province in Southern Thailand is an island of paradise well-known for its breathtaking beaches, has been a top favorite destination for many years,

Thailand's national rail network might not have the world's best reputation for speed or efficiency, but for us there are still few better ways to

‘Coffee the favourite drink of the civilised world’  Thomas Jefferson. If, as Thomas Jefferson famously said, coffee is the favourite drink of the civilised world’

If breakfast is the most important meal of the day, then it’s lucky that Bangkok is endowed with countless spots – from cafés and coffee

A visit to a traditional Thai floating market in or around Bangkok is high up on the list of ‘must-dos’ for most tourists. But while

Chinatown is one of Bangkok’s most vibrant and fascinating neighbourhoods. With the sheer number of Thais of Chinese ancestry, it’s no wonder that Bangkok’s Chinatown

There’s more to Thai than ‘sabai dee mai?’ – although it’s true that this question, meaning ‘are you well?’, is one of the first visitors

Thailand is famous for its food, so it’s no surprise that most tourists visiting Thailand want to explore the country’s cuisine, and it's a great

It’s not often that a day, a week or a month goes by without Thai food making it into the news somehow, such is the

This article is in the process of being updated as many of Bangkok's night markets have been severely impacted by COVID-19. Some have shut down,

Southern Thailand is one of the country’s biggest tourism draw-cards – it’s the region you see splashed across glossy brochures, and in picture-perfect postcard shots.

Relatively few tourists venture to northeastern Thailand, the region known as Isaan that is the country’s rice bowl. That’s a shame, because provinces in Isaan

Bangkok is a sprawling metropolis that, together with its suburban sister provinces, has a province of somewhere between 10 and 15 million people. It packs