Known locally as the ‘moon’ town, Chanthaburi province is located in the southeast of Thailand.Like much of Thailand Chanthaburi is rich in ancient ruins and temples, but it also has many hidden gems, literally.Chanthaburi town boasts a … [Read more...]

Located in west Thailand, the province of Kanchanaburi is best known for the Death Railway that was built during the time the Japanese occupied the country in 1942.A fairly quiet town with a population of 31,000, it makes for a great rural break … [Read more...]

“Mr Bond, bullets do not kill. It is the finger that pulls the trigger.”Familiar?If so, there are two possibilities: you’re a baby boomer or generation X, or you’ve sat in front of the TV with your dad and seen the 1974 James Bond classic … [Read more...]

Hua Hin lies approximately 90 miles south of Bangkok.Due to the relatively short distance from the capital, and good transport connections, Hua Hin is a very popular weekend getaway for those who want to escape the hustle and bustle of the … [Read more...]

Wat Arun is a famous Buddhist temple in Bangkok. Commonly known as 'The Temple of Dawn', it was built in the 17th century and named after the Hindu God Aruna.The distinctive spires or pagodas (called 'prang') were built in the early 19th century … [Read more...]

After receiving a few enquiries from readers of my other related posts confused over the difference between a visa run and a border run, I thought I should clarify exactly what a border/visa run involves, and the differences between the two.Let's … [Read more...]

There are many great reasons to visit Thailand. It's rich in culture, history, nature and cuisine. And the large majority of people have a fantastic time.A select few of us get to visit such exotic places in serious style. Some are able to book … [Read more...]