Thailand Travel Guide

Next Stop After Thailand on RTW Tour: India

Jessica — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 14:50:04 +0000

Many people who embark on long-term trips do so because they’re hoping to get more out of the money they spend. Especially if you live in the US or in Europe, there are places in the world where you can live for much less - which can also mean traveling for much longer (never a [...]

Affordable Thailand is Great for Both Expats and Backpackers

Cristina — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 10:40:18 +0000

Tourists vs travelers; expats vs backpackers … humans have always been inclined to take sides and stand up for certain beliefs. We all tend to fall into some sort of patterns when we work, love or travel. But regardless of the type of traveler you are or how you prefer to plan your trips, Thailand [...]

Tips for Planning an Adventure Trip in Thailand

Cristina — Tue, 22 Dec 2009 11:02:43 +0000

Thailand is one of the most popular travel destinations in South-East Asia. Travelers can find here a diverse landscape – from jungle to incredible beaches and the blue ocean -, exotic food and an interesting culture. Thailand is, indeed, both exotic and cheap; and it’s also safe, providing the visitors a good way to get [...]

Thailand is a perfect stop on a RTW trip

Roger — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 01:06:46 +0000

If you are researching an extended trip, or best of all a proper round the world trip, then Thailand should definitely be on your itinerary. My first time to this country was as part of my yearlong RTW trip, and I’m planning on coming back again soon for even longer this time. There are almost [...]

A day in Bangkok

Cristina — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 07:38:56 +0000

Thailand has always been on the radar for those embarking on discovery adventures. Most of the time, they pick up a round the world ticket which includes several destinations in Asia. Bangkok is not only a very beautiful city but also a tourist friendly one. It is the perfect introduction to Asia and [...]

Affordable Vacations in Thailand – Hurry and Book Them!

Cristina — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 06:51:17 +0000

As I am sitting here watching the rain fall and sipping my hot coffee, I cannot help but picture more interesting morning scenery to wake up to. How about green mountains, lush forests and picturesque villages? That sounds like Thailand to me and, right now, the deals are incredible. If you like to hike and [...]

Real Beach Where “The Beach” Was Filmed

Roger — Mon, 22 Sep 2008 05:00:33 +0000

Finding an island utopia is everyone's dream, right? Well, if you've read "The Beach" or seen the movie, you know that even if you find what you think looks perfect, it's always going to be a little more complicated than that.

Win a Copy of Rolf Potts’ New Book!

Jessica — Tue, 16 Sep 2008 00:37:56 +0000

Every good traveler likes a good travel writer, and Rolf Potts is one of those travel writers.

Thai Gem Scam: What It Is & How to Avoid It

Roger — Mon, 15 Sep 2008 05:00:08 +0000

It's a good idea to be aware of common local scams so that you can see them coming from a mile away. In Thailand, there's probably no scam that's more well-known than the gem scam.

Finding Public Toilets in Thailand

Roger — Fri, 12 Sep 2008 05:00:33 +0000

If the many threads on the BootsnAll message boards about how to use a squat toilet are any indication, the subject of where to find decent public toilets when traveling is a question many people think about before they set out on a trip. And since the public bathrooms in Asia have a less-than-glorious reputation, [...]