Doi Suthep: Full guide to Chiang Mai’s best day trip [2024]
A microcosm of most of the best parts of Northern Thailand, all accessible in a single day from Chiang Mai
Hiking the “Monk’s Trail” to Wat Pha Lat & Wat Phra That Doi Suthep
The Monk’s Trail is a very accessible hike in Chiang Mai. The starting point is easy to get to, just…
Escape the city at The Ozone cafe in Bangkrajao
We’re coffee lovers, and sure we can find amazing coffee throughout Bangkok, but what we struggle with is finding those…
Local food, tea and farm experience at A’ La Campagne
If you’re driving in to Pattaya from Sukhumvit Road, check out A’ La Campagne, a perfect spot for dates, families,…
Food with a view – The Sky Gallery Pattaya
Head up to The Sky Gallery for breakfast or dinner and dine with a view.
Wine tasting at Silverlake Vinyard
You don't usually think of wine when you're in Thailand, but if you're a wine lover or you're just looking…
Pattaya Viewpoint
No trip to Pattaya is complete without a photo from the viewpoint.
Sanctuary of Truth
Learn about life and the convergence of cultures at the Sanctuary of Truth - a 100m tall museum built entirely…
Discover Thai culture at Museum Siam
Museum Siam is a well thought out and informative museum focused on Thai culture, the people and specifically “Thainess”. It…
Complete guide to scuba diving from Rawai & Chalong – Phuket
The best part of Phuket for local diving. Read our complete guide to the best dive shops and dive sites…
Surfing in Khao Lak, a complete guide [updated 2024]
Thai Sabai Sabai meets Aloha vibes in this chill little surf spot an hour and a half north of Phuket.…
How to Visit Mu Koh Surin: Single or Multi-Day Trips
Everything you need to know to visit Thailand's most pristine tropical island paradise
Little Amazon Takua Pa: Kayaking in a jungle wildlife paradise
Kayak through a beautiful ecosystem of mangrove and banyan trees that's full of wildlife
Samet Nangshe: Visiting the stunning viewpoint in Phang Nga Bay [2024]
Probably the best place in Thailand to see the sunrise, highly recommended!
Koh Nang Yuan: How to visit the iconic Koh Tao beach viewpoint
Koh Nang Yuan (เกาะนางยวน) is one of Thailand’s most beautiful islands. Located just a few hundred meters off the coast…
Ang Thong National Marine Park: Highlights & best boat tours [2024]
If you’re in Koh Samui, Koh Phangan, or Koh Tao and looking for a day trip out from the island,…
Koh Samui Coconut Museum: Making coconut oil & Thai desserts
If you're looking for a break from boat trips and beaches in Koh Samui, a workshop at the Coconut Museum…
Koh Lanta Scuba Diving – Everything you need to know
The Andaman Sea has some of the best diving in the world, so if you’ve already dived the Gulf, you’re…
Lumpini Park Bangkok: Our insider’s guide
Missing Lumpini Park in Bangkok would be like going to New York and skipping Central Park
How to book an ethical elephant sanctuary in Thailand
It can seem almost impossible at first to find out which “elephant sanctuaries” in Thailand are actually ethical, and which…
Tonsai and Railay Bay – A Rock climber’s paradise in Thailand
When climbers think of rock climbing in Thailand, the first place they will usually think of is Tonsai Bay in…
Rock Climbing and Bouldering in Khon Kaen, Thailand
Khon Kaen (เทศบาลนครขอนแก่น) is not the most popular place to climb in Thailand, but there are plenty of sandstone boulders…
Exploring “Thale Noi” wetlands in Phatthalung
Thale Noi, also spelled Talay Noi (ทะเลน้อย) is an internationally recognized and protected wetland in Phatthalung province covering more than…
The Grand Canyon Chiang Mai Waterpark [2020 Guide]
The most unique waterpark we've ever been to, and an insanely fun way to stay cool in Chiang Mai
Soi Sawan Waterfall in Pha Taem National Park, Ubon Ratchathani
This stunning waterfall is crazy fun to play in, and has almost no visitors.
Phanom Rung Historical Park, Guide to Visiting [2020]
This Angkor-Era Khmer ruin is a must-see for anyone visting Southern Issan
Khao Sam Roi Yot National Park best itinerary
An overlooked area with one of Thailand's best national parks.
It’s easy to see wild elephants in Thailand – Kuiburi National Park
Seeing these incredible animals in the wild is an amazing experience that may be the highlight of your trip
Visiting Bua Tong Sticky Waterfall in Chiang Mai
This unique waterfall near Chiang Mai has high-traction rock surfaces that are fun to play on and make for epic…
Mae Khlong Railway Market in Samut Songkhram
While pretty touristy these days, this market is still cool to see
Tham Khao Luang Cave Phetchaburi
This cave full of Buddha statues puts on a stunning light show on sunny days
Phra Nakhon Khiri Historical Park in Phetchaburi
This scenic hilltop overlooking Phetchaburi is a nice place for Thai culture and history
Kaeng Krachan National Park – Wildlife viewing paradise
One of Thailand's best locations for viewing wildlife
Sisaket Aquarium and Observation Tower
Sisaket is most known for the temples and ruins, such as the bottle temple in the south of the province.…
Hat Wat Tai – A beach (kind of) in Ubon Ratchathani
In the middle of the Mun River in Ubon Ratchathani sits a small island where locals go in the evening…
Wat Phra That Nong Bua
Ubon Ratchathani has many activities and some great nightlife, but if you enjoy visiting temples, there’s quite a few to…
Puttha Utthayan & Pra Mongkol Ming Muang – Amnat Charoen Buddha
The Buddha statue is just north of the town center, opposite ‘Ang Kep Nam Phuttha Utthayan lake’ reservoir. Drive about…
Wat Pa Maha Chedi Kaew (Wat Lan Khuad) – A temple made out of glass bottles
I’ve seen a lot of temples during my time in Thailand. There are more than 40,000 of them so that’s…
Ratchaburi bat cave and amazing evening flight spectacle
This is a seriously cool thing to witness, highly recommended
Khao Ngu Stone Park in Ratchaburi
A nice activity to spend a couple of hours in Ratchaburi
Khlong Khon – mangroves, monkeys & Thai wakeboarding
One of the most fun and most interesting day trips you can do from Bangkok
Wat Sirindhorn Wararam – A Glow in the Dark Temple
On the very edge of Ubon Ratchathani on the Laos border, Wat Sirindhorn Wararam (วัดสิรินธรวรารามภูพร้าว) glows every night to satisfy…
Ratchaburi National Museum
A surprisingly nice and well-curated museum along the riverfront in the heart of the city
Wat Maha That, Yasothon
In the province of Yasothon, apart from learning about amphibians and folklores at Phraya Khan Khak (toad museum), there are…
Wiman Phaya Tan – A Giant Toad Museum in Yasothon Public Park
Driving through Yasothon town center, you may be a bit surprised to notice a 19-meter high toad looking out over…
Ho Kaeo Viewpoint Tower & Museum
In Mukdahan, there is a 65-meter high tower overlooking the Mekong River called Ho Kaeo Mukdahan (หอแก้วมุกดาหาร). It is not…
Wat Roi Phra Putthabat Phu Manorom – Mukdahan’s Giant Buddha
A lot of people head to Mukdahan to continue into Laos but while passing through, it is worth a visit…
That Kong Khao Noi Pagoda in Yasothon Province
Yasothon is best known for the giant toad museum. But when you have finished educating yourself, you could venture down…
Wat Phuttha Nimit
One of the most beautiful and unique temples we've visited in Thailand. The entrance is free and it's conveniently located…
Sirindhorn Dinosaur Museum
Not to be missed if you're visiting Kalasin. The models are very detailed and there's enough information to keep you…
Kalasin Dinosaur Park
A free roadside attraction not to be missed if you're heading north towards the Dinosaur Museum, one of the temples…
Dok Ket – A Beach Getaway in the Middle of Issan
To our surprise, we found a 'beach' in the middle of Issan, popular with Kalasin locals. Check out their make…
Phu Faek Forest Park and Some Dinosaur Footprints!
The main draw to Phu Faek Forest Park is the real dinosaur footprints which are found here. Something not to…
Kaeng Don Klang Park
Kaeng Don Klang Park (สวนสาธารณะแก่งดอนกลาง) is a large lake surrounded by small parks in Kalasin. The locals come to run,…
Sukhothai Historical Park – Highlights & our recommended 1 & 2 day itineraries
Ride a bicycle through ancient ruins on a plain of tamarind and mango trees
Bung Ta Lua Water Park in Nakhon Ratchasima
If you are staying in Korat city in Nakhon Ratchasima Province (นครราชสีมา), there are some nearby places you can escape…
Sukhothai weekend night market amid the ruins
An excellent market set amid the ruins of Sukhothai Historical Park
Phu Thok Mountain – sunrise in Chiang Khan
See the sunrise over a sea of mist in Chiang Khan, Loei Province
Chiang Khan alms ceremony – morning with the monks
A lovely ceremony to see in the misty dawn light
Wat Ban Rai – The Elephant Temple in Nakhon Ratchasima
Wat Ban Rai, otherwise known as the elephant temple, is a masterpiece of artwork found in Nakhon Ratchasima province.
Chiang Khan rabbit temple – Wat Pra Putthabat Phu Kwai Ngoen
Build up your good karma by feeding adorable rabbits at this temple in Loei Province
Huai Krating Reservoir – Blissed out in Loei
Eat, drink, and relax on a raft at this beautiful lake in Loei
Chiang Khan boat trip – nice dinner cruise on the Mekong
Sunset cruise with well priced food and drinks on the Mekong River
Phimai Historical Park, Nakhon Ratchasima
Experience the remains of a Khmer style temple without having to leave Thailand
Chiang Khan Walking Street – a great night market
A lively night market that's definitely worth visiting
Wat Pha Sorn Kaew – beautiful temple in Phetchabun Province
One of the most interesting and photogenic temples in Thailand
Visiting Ramkhamhaeng National Museum in Sukhothai
A nice museum with some beautiful artifacts, but the curation leaves something to be desired
The incredible flight of the bats in Phitsanulok
This might be the coolest place in Thailand that nobody has heard of
Phetchabun river rafting in Ban Nong Mae Na
Sometimes you accidentally stumble on amazing places
Mor Hin Khao – Thailand’s Stonehenge in Chaiyaphum
These strange rock formations in Chaiyaphum Province are definitely worth a visit
Somdet Phra Srinagarindra Park, Sakon Nakhon
After spending the day exploring Sakon Nakhon, head to Somdet Phra Srinagarindra Park (สวนสมเด็จพระศรีนครินทร์) for some relaxation. It’s a lovely…
Wat Phra That Choeng Chum Worawihan
Wat Phra That Choeng Chum Worawihan (วัดพระธาตุเชิงชุมวรวิหาร) is a beautiful and important religious complex in the center of Sakon Nakhon.…
Nong Han Chaloem Phrakiat Lotus Park in Sakon Nakhon
After spending some time in Sakon Nakhon, I met some locals who invited me to go with them to Nong…
Vietnamese Memorial Clock Tower
Located close to the river banks of the Mekong River, the clock tower is a central point of things to…
Cycling the Mekong river in Nakhon Phanom
Rent a bicycle and cycle up to 75km along the Mekong river
Tat Ton Waterfall in Chaiyaphum Province
Chaiyaphum doesn't have much, but its got one of Thailand's best waterfalls
Rock climbing at Green Climbers Home – Thakhek, Laos
A short over the Thai-Laos border in Nakhon Phanom is a rock climbers paradise.
Phu Phan Noi viewpoint in Nong Bua Lamphu
Phu Phan Noi is one of our top activities in Nong Bua Lamphu
Day trip from Bangkok to Ayutthaya & Suphanburi
A fun daytrip from Bangkok to two nearby provinces
Mahanakhon Skywalk – 2024 Guide to Bangkok’s Best Rooftop Experience
Bangkok's tallest building, worth it for the awesome views
Khao Chin Lae Sunflower Fields in Lopburi [Updated 2020]
The sunflowers in Lopburi are in bloom from November. Capture the perfect Instagram selfie here.
Sea-mud bath & boat trip at Ban Laem Homestay
We visited Ban Laem Homestay in Nakhon Si Thammarat for the day to take part in some local activities, the…
Shadow Puppet Show at Ban Nang Talung Suchart – Nakhon Si Thammarat
Take part in the ancient craft of Shadow Puppetry at Ban Nang Talung Suchart. Create and decorate your own puppets…
Wat Chalermprakiat – mountaintop pagodas in Lampang Province
Temples for people who don't normally like visiting temples.
Three urban exploring alternatives to the Sathorn Unique Ghost Tower
You can't get into the Ghost Tower anymore: Here are our alternatives
Boat trips in Koh Chang: Our tips for some of the best island hopping in Thailand
Our top recommended activity in Koh Chang
Urban exploration at Bangkok’s Old Customs House
This abandoned colonial-era building in Bangkok is both beautiful and creepy.
Exploring Sam Pan Bok, Ubon Ratchathani’s ‘Grand Canyon’
These sandstone formations along the Mekong are full reflective pools. The area is a landscape photographer's dream.
Airplane Graveyard in Bangkok
Urban explorers and photographers shouldn't miss the Airplane Graveyard in Bangkok!
Phu Chi Fa – Sunrise & the sea of fog in Chiang Rai
Phu Chi Fa in Chiang Rai might have the best sunrise in all of Thailand.
Enduro riding in Thailand – Pai and Mae Hong Son
There's no other way to get further from the tourist trail faster than by enduro riding in Northern Thailand
Wakeboarding in Bangkok at Taco Lake
Wakeboarding is one of our favorite activities to beat the heat in Bangkok
Bangkok’s Green Lung: Exploring Bang Kachao
Bangkok's Green Lung might be the perfect half-day trip to escape the craziness of the city
Phraya Nakhon Cave in Hua Hin
Thai translation: ถ้ำพระยานคร Phraya Nakhon Cave is part of Khao Sam Roi Yot National Park (เขาสามร้อยยอด), meaning ‘mountain with 300…