Guest blogger and award-winning Australian travel writer Louise Southerden has a surprising adventure in search of a legendary swimming pool in Thailand’s northern city of Chiang Mai. Continue reading “The swimming pool at the centre of the universe, Chiang Mai”
Category: Hidden Gems
Hidden Gems of the North: Nan and Phrae
Guest blogger John Borthwick recently travelled north to explore a pair of hidden gems; two historic Thai towns.
“Nan and Phrae — where are they?” It’s a common response when you mention these historic, north Thailand towns. They might be off the major tourist trail but they’re still easily found: just head 560 kilometres up the highway from Bangkok and you’re in Phrae. Take a break there, and then roll 130 km further northeast to Nan. Continue reading “Hidden Gems of the North: Nan and Phrae”
Thainess(ence) discovered in Trang and Nakhon Si Thammarat
Aussies have always loved Thailand but with new destinations and attractions there is even more to enjoy and explore, as Traveltalk magazine’s Jenny Rowland recently discovered.
This year, Tourism Thailand is urging travellers to look beyond the standard beach and partying delights and to delve a little deeper into the true essence of Thailand. Namely, the rich history and culture, ancient traditions, wonderful hospitality and the ubiquitous smiling Thai welcome.
Continue reading “Thainess(ence) discovered in Trang and Nakhon Si Thammarat”
Thailand’s 12 hidden gems
This year, as part of our ‘Discover Thainess’ campaign, we want to highlight 12 hidden gems to the world – 12 provinces in the Land of Smiles that you may not have heard of, that showcase our people, society, and rich culture. Continue reading “Thailand’s 12 hidden gems”