See yourself in Thailand
This week sees the launch of our “See Yourself in Thailand” campaign, placing a spotlight on Thailand’s Luxury, Gastronomy, Adventure and Nightlife offerings, and offering Australians and New...
View ArticleCamping in Koh Laoliang, a hidden gem in Trang
Award-winning Australian travel writer Louise Southerden tries “sea camping” on Thailand’s hidden island paradise, camping in Koh Laoliang. You’ve probably never heard of Koh Laoliang. I hadn’t either,...
View ArticlePhotography tips for the Yi Peng Sky Lantern Festival
Photographer Andy Yee visited the Yi Peng sky lantern festival in Chiang Mai and shares his experience here with us. This year’s Yi Peng Sky Lantern Festival will be held 11 to 12 November. The Yi...
View ArticleFive New National Parks for Thailand
Thailand has added five new national parks around the country between 2016 and 2019, the new parks part of a 20-Year National Strategic Plan, which aims to increase the kingdom’s forest area to 55% of...
View ArticleBangkok’s Sukhumvit Rd by Night: Boulevard of Dreams
Rip-roaring Thanon Sukhumvit, Bangkok’s boulevard of dreams and schemes is the city’s longest thoroughfare. Stretching 490 km east towards Cambodia, it is also one of the longest in the world. For most...
View ArticleNight Noodle Market brings a taste of Thailand to Sydney
The Night Noodle Markets will once again transform Sydney’s Hyde Park into a bustling Asian street food festival this October. From 11 – 18 October, Sydneysiders can take a flavour journey through...
View ArticleKoh Kood, Koh Cool… a Thai homestay experience to remember
Koh Kood is in the southern province of Trat. Visitors can now experience a two-day, one-night Thailand homestay for as little as $50, which includes learning about local food, bicycle touring and...
View ArticleElephant Hills Safari experience in Khao Sok National Park
Elephant Hills Safari Tours, recently highly commended in the recent Thailand Green Excellence Awards, provide a unique Thai experience for visitors to Thailand looking for looking to get up close and...
View ArticleFree-wheeling in Bangkok
Guest blogger and award-winning Australian travel writer Louise Southerden finds there’s more to the Thai capital than temples and tuk-tuks on a Bangkok bike tour. Imagine a bike-friendly city and...
View ArticleThailand’s Top 7 for kids
Thailand is one of the most family-friendly destinations in the world so picking a Top 7 for kids is a hard call. Travel writer Deborah Dickson-Smith shares her favourites. 1. Elephant Hills, Khao Sok...
View Article6 Northern Thailand destinations to add on to Chiang Mai
Doi Chiang Dao, Doi Chiang Dao Wildlife Sanctuary, Chiang Mai Chiang Mai has long been a popular destination, for its rich history, great shopping, fragrant food and surrounding mountain landscapes....
View ArticleTerrific Thonburi: A Bangkok West Side Story
Looking for something new, but also old and authentic, in the Thai capital? Try Thonburi, Bangkok’s “left bank.” “Even the tuk-tuks here are cheaper,” says my Thai guide, Amy. Travel writer John...
View ArticleAmazing Thailand Grand Sale Passport Privileges
Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is pleased to announce the return of popular shopping promotion for visitors to Thailand during 1 November 2019 and 31 January 2020 with the “Amazing Thailand Grand...
View ArticleWhere to chill out this winter in Thailand
The temperature is nice and cool and flowers are in full bloom. December and January are good months to visit the cooler northern regions of Thailand. Here are our Top 10 suggestions for winter in...
View ArticleGolf: the hottest game in town, in Hua Hin
Guest blogger John Borthwick checks out Hua Hin’s golf scene. Few golf course deals can match the one closed on the Royal Hua Hin course in 1932… In the middle of a game, Siam’s King Rama VII learned...
View ArticleKoh Tarutao National Park: from prisoners & pirates to paradise
This used to be Thailand’s version of Devils Island, the infamous French prison off the coast of South America. Like it, Koh Tarutao was surrounded by sea and totally removed from public scrutiny....
View ArticleThe Unexpected Feeling Episode 1: The Rhythm of Life
Local residents of Ekkarat village in Pa Mok district of Ang Thong province have been making drums for a living for over 80 years. The village enthralls visitors with its dazzling display of drums of...
View ArticleCook Snap Win… a foodie adventure to Thailand!
Tourism Authority of Thailand has teamed up with Thai Airways and Asian Inspirations to celebrate the Lunar New Year with a foodie-inspired competition. Cook up something inspiring using ingredients...
View ArticleThree Amazing Thailand events not to miss in 2020!
Over the next few months there are several exciting events celebrating Amazing Thailand culture, from Sydney to Ayutthaya – make sure you add them to your calendar. 1. 16th World Wai Kru Muay Thai...
View ArticleUnexpected Feeling Episode 2: Karen handwoven cloth
In Episode 2, the story of Karen handwoven cloth. Every design and colour on Karen fabric is a result of the smart application of the surrounding natural materials. The Unexpected Feeling Episode 2:...
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