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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…
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…
How to Choose an Elephant Camp in Chiang Mai Posted by sasha on Feb 26, 2015
Elephants (ช้าง – cháang) are an important part of Thai culture, and they’re also a huge part of the tourism industry. Take a walk in Chiang Mai, and you’re sure to pass countless travel agencies offering a variety of elephant-related experiences. From a simple ride on Dumbo to week-long mahout training camps, to long-term volunteer…
Thai Vocabulary for Valentine’s Day Posted by sasha on Feb 12, 2015
Although Valentine’s Day (วันวาเลนไทน์ – wan waa-layn-tai) isn’t exactly a traditional holiday in Thailand, it sure is popular. In many ways, February 14th is the same in the Kingdom of Smiles as it is in the West – guys will buy roses (กุหลาบ – gù làap), a box of chocolate (ช็อกโกแลต – chók goh lâet)…
10 Things to Do in Pai Posted by sasha on Feb 5, 2015
The last stop of our Mae Hong Son loop motorbike trip is the popular mountains town of Pai. In this video, check out 10 awesome things to do in this cool northern Thai town – from hiking, to soaking in hot springs, to rocking out at a monthly music and art party, Pai has a…