Guest blogger Julie Miller discovers a city of monkeys at Lopburi’s famous macaque monkey temple.
When our guide said we were stopping by a “monument where monkeys live” in the city of Lopburi, 93 kilometres northeast of Bangkok, I assumed she meant a temple in the jungle. When our bus pulled up on a chaotic city square I was confused – where were the trees? Continue reading “City of monkeys: Lopburi”
Guest blogger John Borthwick hits the nostalgia trail amid history-themed Bangkok hotels.
Shanghai Mansion has a long head start in the “Sinostalgia” business. This 76-room hotel on Yaowarat Road in the heart of Bangkok’s Chinatown was built in 1892 and has been a Chinese opera house, stock exchange and textile trading house, and since 2006 a boutique hotel. Continue reading “Sleeping with History: 6 Historic Bangkok Hotels”
Little Grey Box travel blogger Phoebe Lee discovers a quieter side to Thailand on a recent visit to Koh Yao Noi. Continue reading “Six reasons to visit Koh Yao Noi”
Koh Kret is a hidden gem that many international guests will not have heard of, although it is in fact the closest island to Bangkok. Travel writer Gary Walsh went exploring there recently.
Koh Kret is by no means your typical Thai island. There are no beaches, no elephant rides, no nightclub areas, and no full moon parties. And unlike Phuket or Koh Samui there’s no instant name recognition. So where is Koh Kret?
We all know Krabi for it’s beautiful beaches and coral reefs, but if you’re looking for something greener, here are seven ways to explore Krabi’s greener side.
Elephants are an integral part of Thailand’s history and culture, and elephant encounters are usually high on most visitors’ bucket-list activities. These days visitors to Thailand have a greater respect for elephants and are keen to visit find sanctuaries that treat elephants with the kindness and respect they deserve. Here’s a guide to the best of Thailand’s ethical elephant encounters. Continue reading “Thailand’s ethical elephant encounters: our Top 7”
Thailand has lots of wonderful dive sites on both sides of the Thai peninsula, many within reach of a day trip from Phuket and Koh Samui.
Coral reefs and wrecks lay a short boat ride away from the coast, but if you want to go further afield to the famed Similan Islands and Richelieu Rock then you will need to book a few days on a liveaboard dive boat. Continue reading “A guide to diving in Thailand”
Travel blogger Amanda Kendle visited Nan following the Australian Society of Travel Writers convention recently, and discovered three memorable experiences in a place she knew little about previously. Amanda shares her discoveries on her blog, not a Ballerina. Here’s an extract of Amanda’s blog post, for an idea of things to do in Nan.
Thought about spending your first moments as newlyweds and your first days as honeymooners in Amazing Thailand? The experts at Holidays for Couples have put together a comprehensive guide to getting married and honeymooning in Thailand. Everything you need to know, when to go, where to stay, the legalities of saying “I do” and how to choose the venue that’s perfect for you. Continue reading “Getting Married in Thailand – Holidays for Couples Complete Guide”
