April 9, 2012 | Cristel | Shopping, Travel Interests | No Comments
When you are at home, going to the market for groceries might not always be a fun activity, and for many it is merely a chore that must be done whether you like it or not. But when you are traveling, even something as simple as going to the market can become a fun way to spend the time, observe the delightful little details of daily life in your destination, and a even a way to learn more abou... [read more]
TAGS: Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Mae Hong Son, markets, Night Bazaar, Patong April 9, 2012 | Cristel | Bangkok, Destinations, Eat and Drink, Getting Around, Shopping, Travel Interests | No Comments
Bangkok is one of the biggest and busiest cities on rathe planet, where a single neighborhood can be as large as several towns. For a traveler who arrives to Bangkok for the first time, navigating the maze of streets and districts that make up the Thai capital can be a challenging experience, but it's never without its rewards. One of the districts of Bangkok where almost every tourist ends up... [read more]
TAGS: attractions, cuisine, Sukhumvit April 3, 2012 | Cristel | Adventure, Family and Fun, Nature and Outdoor, Sights, Travel Interests | No Comments
Mae Hong Son Province, one of the mountain provinces of Thailand, is one of the most isolated and fascinating corners of the country, whose infinite charm is something to look forward to for any traveler who wanders in these parts. The province is mountainous, the most mountainous part of the country, and the high peaks are often covered in mists. The natural beauty of the region, the interest... [read more]
TAGS: caves, Mae Hong Son, national parks, temples, villages 
When you are at home, going to the market for groceries might not always be a fun activity, and for many it is merely a chore that must be done whether you like it or not. But when you are traveling, even something as simple as going to the market can become a fun way to spend the time, observe the delightful little details of daily life in your destination, and a even a way to learn more about the culture of the place. In Thailand, markets are some of the craziest, most colorful and most en... [read more]
Bangkok is one of the biggest and busiest cities on rathe planet, where a single neighborhood can be as large as several towns. For a traveler who arrives to Bangkok for the first time, navigating the maze of streets and districts that make up the Thai capital can be a challenging experience, but it's never without its rewards. One of the districts of Bangkok where almost every tourist ends up is Sukhumvit, where the fanciest restaurants, the glitziest shops and the craziest nightclubs are f... [read more]
Mae Hong Son Province, one of the mountain provinces of Thailand, is one of the most isolated and fascinating corners of the country, whose infinite charm is something to look forward to for any traveler who wanders in these parts. The province is mountainous, the most mountainous part of the country, and the high peaks are often covered in mists. The natural beauty of the region, the interesting culture of the hill tribes that still retain their traditional way of life, and the richness of ... [read more]
Films from Hollywood, and even some big budget European films are the stuff you find on any cinema's schedule. If you feel like watching a movie when you're traveling in some foreign country, it's never difficult to find a place that screes the latest Hollywood blockbuster. But if you are visiting a place whose language, culture and cinema are radically different from your own, then going to the movie theater and watching a domestic production is a really interesting experience. Thai movies ... [read more]
Thailand's big cities, like Bangkok or Chiang Mai are great tourist destinations because they are a bustle of activity that rarely stops for even a moment, and night and day there is something to keep you busy, whether it is sightseeing, exploring or enjoying the nightlife. There are many strange and wonderful things to see in cities like this, but urban life in Thailand can also be more serene and relaxing than that, without actually becoming boring. Small town life has its interesting expe... [read more]
Bangkok can be described as noisy, bewildering, crowded, vivid and colorful - and anything but boring. Even the most 'traditional' seeming sights like temples and shrines can surprise you, and just walking down a street on a regular afternoon will not go by without discovering something unusual or interesting. Simply put, the Thai capital is one of the most interesting places on the planet, and even when you thought that you've seen it all, you can still stumble upon something that you would... [read more]
There are several areas in which Bangkok excels, like lovely temples, nightlife and street food, but that doesn't mean that there's nothing else to hold your interest in the Thai capital. As flighty and entertainment-oriented as Bangkok might seem, the city has a powerful culture and rich history. There are hundreds of sights in Bangkok, some of the modern, some of them very old, and all of them very interesting. So get your fill of Thai culture and history by visiting some of the best sight... [read more]
Thailand's festivals are always fascinating, always worth attending, and most of the time really fun. But they can seem a bit weird too, although that never negates the fun part. One of the strangest Thai festivals that was ever celebrated in the famous Monkey Buffet Festival held every year in the city of Lopburi in Lopburi Province, one of the country's central provinces. Although the Monkey Buffet Festival doesn't have any deep cultural or religious roots, it is a way to celebrate the loc... [read more]
Koh Phangan might be the official party island of Thailand, thanks to the ever increasing popularity of the New Moon and Half Moon parties, but this idyllic island is not the only island in Thailand where you can party till you drop. For those who like dancing, music and fun, there are few things more entertaining than island hopping in Thailand in search of the craziest parties you can find. Beach parties give the best of two worlds: the breeze, the sound of the ocean, sand, and music and p... [read more]
Being a vegetarian on the road is never an easy task, especially in countries where meat is such an integral part of the diet that you can't find any proper vegetarian dishes at restaurants and you have to make do with side dishes and salads. Not only it is annoying to eat the same dishes all the time, but as a vegetarian you tend to miss out on the culinary part of the whole travel experience. But that's fortunately not the case in Thailand, where meat does make an appearance in many dishes... [read more]
