Archive for 'Culture'
The King’s Birthday in Thailand Posted by sasha on Dec 5, 2016
Today marks a somber occasion in Thailand, as people continue to grieve over the loss of their beloved King on what would have been his 89th birthday. The official period of mourning will last an entire year – a sign of just how loved King Bhumibol was by his people. Let’s learn a bit about how…
Remembering King Bhumibol Posted by sasha on Nov 3, 2016
The beloved King of Thailand, Bhumibol Adulyadej (ภูมิพลอดุลยเดช), recently passed away at age 88. Also known as Rama IX for being the ninth monarch of the Chakri Dynasty, he was highly revered by the Thai people. He was the world’s longest-serving head of state and longest-reigning Thai monarch, having served just over 70 years. The official…
2 Weeks in Thailand – Adventure Posted by sasha on Oct 13, 2016
With two weeks to spend in Thailand, your options are plentiful. We’ve already taken a look at how you can fully dive into the culture of the country with two weeks there, taking in glittering temples, ruins of ancient kingdoms, traditional festivals, and more. Next, we’ll check out some ideas for a trip based around adventure…
A Cultural Trip Through Thailand (Part Three – North) Posted by sasha on Oct 4, 2016
The 2-week cultural tour of Thailand finishes up in the north. Visit Chiang Mai – the 2nd biggest city – to explore temples, museums, and take part in a Thai festival. Next head to Chiang Rai to visit the “Heaven & Hell of Architecture” – the White Temple and Black House. See it all and…
A Cultural Trip Through Thailand (Part Two – Ancient Kingdoms) Posted by sasha on Sep 29, 2016
After spending a few days diving into modern Thai culture in Bangkok, it’s time to head back in time. Visit the ancient kingdoms of Ayutthaya and Sukhothai as we continue on a cultural trip through Thailand. Part Two of the video series shows some of the highlights of these two former capitals, which you should take…
A Cultural Trip Through Thailand (Part One – Bangkok) Posted by sasha on Sep 26, 2016
A 2-week cultural trip through Thailand begins in the capital – Bangkok. Spend three full days exploring the city’s glittering temples, impressive museums, art & culture center, and mega-malls. Check out Part One of this video series bringing you tons of Thai culture in Bangkok:
2 Weeks in Thailand – Culture Posted by sasha on Sep 20, 2016
With so much to see and do, planning a trip to Thailand can be a daunting task. From glittering temples, to white sandy beaches, to ruins of ancient kingdoms, to epic adventures in the mountains, the options for a Thai vacation are endless. In a new series here, we’re going to be sharing some itinerary ideas…