Is Bangkok expensive? That all depends. The capital of the fabled Land of Smiles cut its teeth as one of the original backpacker destinations of Southeast Asia. Throughout the 60s and 70s, it was one of the terminuses of the Banana Pancake Trail, drawing hippies and New Agers with the promise of cheap living and a dose of eastern mysticism in equal measure. A lot has...
If you’re craving a trip that fuses both shimmering Thai beaches and lush jungles, oodles of culture and the taste-bud-tingling cuisine that the Land of Smiles is known for, plus a (not-so-)healthy dose of partying on the side, then be sure to read on for our ultimate Koh Lanta 3 day itinerary. This dog-legged shaped isle on the side of the Andaman Sea is often...
A scuba mecca to rival the Maldives and a party place to match Koh Phangan, Koh Tao has made a real name for itself in the last few decades. It now reigns as one of the most popular pitstops in the Thai Gulf region. Most set aside just 48 or 72 hours to see it, which is why we’ve curated this ultimate Koh Tao 3 day itinerary. It’s about distilling the...
Welcome to our ultimate itinerary for 5 days in Chiang Mai. Get ready to explore one of the most enthralling towns in the whole of Southeast Asia – nay, the world! This mountain-shrouded city at the top end of Thailand has a history that reaches back millennia, plus a modern vibe that’s made it the bona fide capital for the digital nomad crowd for the last...
Is Koh Tao safe? This guide has the answer, including info on recent murders, the main risks for solo travelers, and a lot more.
You’ve probably heard of Koh Phangan, Koh Samui, and Koh Phi Phi, but have you heard of Koh Lipe? Due to its tiny size and geographic isolation, Koh Lipe is much lesser-known than its popular brothers and sisters elsewhere in the Andaman Sea and the Thai Gulf. It’s deep down on the southern fringes of the country, closer to Kuala Lumpur than to Bangkok...
If you’re heading to Thailand’s tropical paradise of Koh Phangan you’re in for a treat. To set yourself up for lazy days on crisp golden beaches and hectic nights at Full Moon Parties you’ll need the perfect breakfast. With that in mind we’ve compiled a list of seven of the best breakfast places in Koh Phangan. Not only is Koh Phangan one of the most beautiful spots...
Krabi spreads along the Andaman Coast of southern Thailand, running from the Ao Phang Nga National Park in the north to the lovely isle of Koh Lanta in the south. As it goes, it unfolds in a patchwork of white-sand beaches and dramatic inlets topped by rock stacks, untouched coastal mangroves and jungles filled with cheeky macaques. It’s very much the Thailand...
Palm-lined shores, beach culture, and striking natural landscapes – what could possibly go wrong on a trip to Koh Tao? In a word, rain. Koh Tao experiences a severe wet season with storms, high tides, and torrential rainfall. If you can, plan to avoid visiting November, when Koh Tao has an average of 510mm of rainfall. October and December also experience heavy...
If you’re wondering how long can you stay in Thailand as a tourist, then what you’re really wondering about is the various visa options currently available in the much-loved Land of Smiles. We’ll cut right to the chase – there are quite a few! Yep, border admin in the land of peanut-topped noodles and gold-glimmering Buddhist temples can be a...