Archive for March, 2015
What Can You Do with One Month in Thailand? Posted by sasha on Mar 30, 2015
To many, one month seems like an incredibly long time to travel in one place. Hell, most people don’t even get a month of holiday time in one calendar year. While the idea of traveling in a foreign country for an entire 30 days may be strange to some, those who choose to do it end…
Sukhothai Historical Park Video Tour Posted by sasha on Mar 25, 2015
Take a video tour of Sukhothai Historical Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to the first capital of Siam. Explore the ruins of great temples such as Wat Mahathat and Wat Sa Si by bike and learn about Thai history and culture. อุทยานประวัติศาสตร์สุโขทัย Sukhothai Historical Park วัดตระพังเงิน Wat Traphang Ngoen ดศรีสวาย Wat Si…
The Ancient City of Sukhothai Posted by sasha on Mar 19, 2015
While most tourists come to Thailand for sun and sand on the islands or outdoor adventure in the north, there are also quite a few historical sights that are worth a visit throughout the country. One such place is Sukhothai (สุโขทัย), the first capital of Siam established during the 13th century. With a name meaning…
Thai Personal Pronouns and Verb “to Be” Posted by sasha on Mar 16, 2015
Build up your Thai skills through our “Beginner Thai” video series. In the 6th lesson, learn personal pronouns and the verb “to be.”
Chiang Mai Elephant Training Camp Video Posted by sasha on Mar 10, 2015
In Chiang Mai, you can join a day-long elephant training camp to learn how to be a mahout. Check out some highlights in this short video.
Makha Bucha Day Posted by sasha on Mar 4, 2015
Did you know that today is a public holiday in Thailand? It’s Makha Bucha Day (วันมาฆบูชา – wan maa-ká-boo-chaaa), an important Buddhist festival held on the full moon of the third month according to the Thai calendar. In Thai, “makha” is the name given to the third month, and “bucha” means “to honor/venerate.” Thus, Makha Bucha…