So you’re thinking about living in Thailand! I’ve been living in Thailand for around 12 years now with my family; my daughter has just finished school here and Thailand is more of a home to me now than the UK. After many questions from friends and colleagues I thought it would be helpful to put … Read more
If you love sunshine, soft sand, and warm water lapping your toes while you sip a cold beer and dig into your traditional Thai massaman curry, then the best time to visit Thailand is most definitely from the beginning of December through to March/April time. Known as the hot season, it starts to heat up … Read more
Chiang Rai took us completely by surprise. Expecting a sleepy little town without much to see or do, we were pleasantly completely wrong! Some of the best temples in Thailand are in Chiang Rai, alongside the gardens at Doi Tung Mountain, the massive Goddess of Mercy, and loads more. For many years, Chiang Rai was … Read more
Koh Samui is Thailand’s second-largest island and the Gulf of Thailand’s largest island. Over the years Koh Samui has built up a reputation for being expensive. But in recent years, cheaper accommodation alternatives have started to crop up. As for the attractions, Koh Samui is replete with white sandy beaches and offers plenty of snorkeling … Read more
Phuket, Thailand has been my unexpected home for the last 10 years and I have pretty much explored every stunning beach on the Island! Albeit a hugely popular tourist destination, and therefore quite busy at certain times of the year, the coastline in and around Phuket is one of the most beautiful in the world … Read more
Sitting right between the Strait of Malacca Coast of Thailand and Phuket is Koh Phi Phi. To be precise, Koh Phi Phi is a group of islands that can be rightly called Paradise on Earth. Bestowed with extraordinary beauty, Phi Phi Island, Thailand, is home to clear turquoise water, lofty mountains, lush greenery, serene white … Read more
Some call Pai the ‘Thai island in the mountains,’ and rightly so because this quaint little town is nestled between the valleys of Mae Hong Son province’s mountainous region. It’s one of those places where you go for a weekend trip and end up spending a week or perhaps, start calling it your home. 146 … Read more
Not only is Thailand popular for its mesmerizing temples, high-tech malls contrasted with traditional markets, and fairy-tale sky lanterns, this amazing Land of Smiles is also known for its postcard-worthy islands and beautiful beaches. Thai islands are nothing less than architectural marvels of Mother Nature. You can always find a Thai island that caters to … Read more
Bangkok, the capital city of Thailand is a concrete jungle dotted and accentuated with mesmerizing temples, ultra-modern shopping malls, and exquisite cuisines. It’s one of my favorite places on earth! It is vibrantly chaotic and yet surprisingly harmonious! Among its sky-kissing highrises, luxury hotels, and shopping malls are the relics of the past that hold … Read more
The Land of Smiles, Thailand is a paradise on Earth. I should know, I’ve pretty much lived here for the last 10 years. Dotted with glittering temples jutting out of the lush-green forest canopies, the country has a rich cultural history. But visiting Thailand is not limited to temple exploration. Limestone cliffs overlooking the turquoise … Read more