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The north of Thailand was once best known for the opium and heroin trade, centred around the Golden Triangle, and the Thai borders with Laos, Myanmar and China’s Yunnan province. These days, however, it is probably best known for its cool climates, unlikely agriculture, and hill tribe homestays in Chiang Mai and Northern Thailand. Where …
Homestays with Hill Tribes in Chiang Mai and Northern Thailand Read More »
Lonely Planet describes Nang Rong as a ‘workaday city even more forgettable than the capital city, 45km to the north, but it’s the most convenient base for visiting Phanom Rung’, which I feel is unfair. Nang Rong is not a city (it’s a town), it is closer to fifty kilometres from Buriram in the northeast (not north), otherwise, they’re fairly spot …
Koh Samui is a one-of-its-kind island. It is known for its kinetic nightlife, hospitable locals, and cutting-edge travelling infrastructure, but most importantly its stunning beaches. Located in Thailand it is one of the best places to visit in Asia as a budget traveller as this is one of the cheapest places to visit in Asia. …
Through my years in Southeast Asia I have found myself travelling fairly extensively in the region, often on visa runs (Malaysia tourist visa requirements), but also to tick off various destinations that I’ve not reached before. But there is one country that keeps me coming back, you’re talking 10+ times more than any other Southeast Asian …
With travel restrictions in place and coronavirus cases in flux across the world, people are still opting to travel, both for business and leisure. Experts highly recommend staying indoors until you are fully vaccinated. If you are planning to travel to Thailand during these times, this article can give you an idea of what to …
How Will a Post-Pandemic Vacation in Thailand Look Like – Is It Risky or Safe? Read More »
When you visit Hong Kong, there are many things you must do – go on the Lion Rock hike, visit the Big Budhha, take the Peak Tram, and many more. However, there is one activity in Hong Kong that many travellers miss – trying dim sum. Because of how complicated and intimidating dim sum restaurants might …
I’ve now lost count of how many applications for Cambodia Tourist Visas I’ve done through 15-odd-years now travelling in Southeast Asia. Where my first times in Thailand I would be crossing the borders pretty much monthly on Visa Runs to renew my stay in Thailand. This more or less meant crossing the border to Cambodia …
This was not so much about me sharing the sweet custardy delight of durian with my loved ones back home. But more for the challenge and adventure of travelling with this notoriously stinky fruit, which is pretty much banned from public transport, hotels and airlines in Thailand. “No Durian Allowed”. And I really just thought …
Bangkok would be relatively central in Thailand and as the Kingdom’s capital it is also a busy travel hub with so many travel options to reach the islands of Southern Thailand. This includes 2 international airports (Suvarnabhumi and Don Mueang), a massive train station (Hua Lamphong), and major bus and minivan terminals for travelling to …
Islands near Bangkok: Travel Guide to Southern Thailand Read More »
Taiwan’s street food is not just good. It’s legendary. While much of Taiwan’s food originated in Fujian and other provinces of China, many Chinese dishes have been adjusted or reborn in Taiwan, while others are totally unprecedented and have helped to put Taiwanese food as a distinct cuisine on the global food map. The sheer …
