ANZAC Day in Thailand: Explore TV’s tribute
ANZAC Day Thailand… the team at Explore TV visit the memorials to those ANZACs who lost their lives on Thai soil constructing the Thai Burma Railway. Here are their video guides to the war memorials of...
View ArticleTropOut Phuket Returns in 2018
The third TropOut gay beach festival will take place in Phuket next year from April 15-22, 2018. TropOut launched in Phuket in 2016, and demand to return to Thailand was so high that organisers decided...
View ArticleGetting to the heart of Asia’s hidden gems
Thailand is now recognised as the major hub that connects Australians with South East Asia. Award-winning travel writer and author, John Borthwick introduces us to some of South East Asia’s hidden...
View ArticleWhere to find Thailand’s ethical elephant encounters
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...
View ArticleHow to Have the Best Girls Weekend in Thailand
Women around the world know that when you get the chance to gather the girlfriends or escape solo, you’ve got to treat yourself. And where else are you going to find glorious weather, laid-back locals,...
View ArticleEscaping Phuket to discover dreamlike diving in the Similan Islands
Diving Similan Islands, in the Andaman Sea, some of Thailand’s best and most popular scuba diving, but Kara Murphy discovers that the trick is in finding the lesser-known spots, and shares her...
View ArticleYour guide to Island hopping in Koh Samui and Phuket
With surf, sunshine, and tropical breezes, Thailand’s beauty is legendary, and you want to see as much of it as possible. You aren’t content to just stay in one place; no, you want to sail the ocean...
View ArticleCruising from Phuket: the mysteries of the Andaman Sea with Silversea
Phuket is fast becoming a popular hub for luxury cruise ship departures, and cruising from Phuket makes perfect sense for lovers of luxury travel. Not only can you cruise the tropical waters of South...
View ArticleCruising the Mekong to the Golden Triangle
Award-winning travel writer John Borthwick muses on cruising the Mekong River from Lao to northern Thailand with Pandaw Cruises. “We think kids are old enough to go to school when they can reach over...
View ArticleEthical elephant encounters win Julie Miller an award for Best Travel Writer
Travel writer Julie Miller won the coveted Best Travel Writer award this week at the annual National Tourism Industry Awards gala event. Her winning story is an important one, about the treatment of...
View ArticleHow to Pick Your Perfect Thai Island
Deciding between a getaway to the island of Phuket or a trip to Koh Samui is like picking between a pot of gold or a pile of cash—you really can’t go wrong either way. Holiday packages to Phuket and...
View ArticleUltimate Guide to Hiking in Koh Samui
On an island renowned for pristine beaches and sapphire seas, you would expect visitors to Thailand’s Koh Samui to spend all of their waking hours near the shore. However, there’s also lush rainforest...
View ArticleCruising the Mekong to the Golden Triangle
Award-winning travel writer John Borthwick muses on cruising the Mekong River from Lao to northern Thailand with Pandaw Cruises. “We think kids are old enough to go to school when they can reach over...
View ArticleEthical elephant encounters win Julie Miller an award for Best Travel Writer
Travel writer Julie Miller won the coveted Best Travel Writer award this week at the annual National Tourism Industry Awards gala event. Her winning story is an important one, about the treatment of...
View ArticleHow to Pick Your Perfect Thai Island
Deciding between a getaway to the island of Phuket or a trip to Koh Samui is like picking between a pot of gold or a pile of cash—you really can’t go wrong either way. Holiday packages to Phuket and...
View ArticleUltimate Guide to Hiking in Koh Samui
On an island renowned for pristine beaches and sapphire seas, you would expect visitors to Thailand’s Koh Samui to spend all of their waking hours near the shore. However, there’s also lush rainforest...
View ArticlePhuket with Kids – 7 reasons to have a family holiday in Phuket
Phuket with kids – is it overrated and to be avoided or a great family holiday destination? Travel blogger Rene Young, decides to find out for herself why Phuket is till one of the most visited...
View ArticleThailand travel advisory on The Royal Cremation for the late King Bhumibol...
The Royal Thai Government has announced that the Royal Cremation for the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej is scheduled for 25-29 October, 2017. Thursday, 26 October, will be the royal cremation day, and it...
View ArticleWhere to eat on Thailand’s islands
Ah, Thai food. Thinking of the silky noodles and bright papaya salads will make even the most satisfied stomach rumble. Thailand does have its regional differences in cuisine, as well as food from...
View ArticleGrassroots initiatives protect Ko Tao’s marine environment
Divers are drawn to the island of Ko Tao by its pristine marine environment, coral reefs, abundant marine life, and frequent whale shark sightings, while other tourists come here for the beautiful...
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