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Thai Holidays 2017 Posted by sasha on Jan 4, 2017
There are many holidays throughout the year in Thailand, many of them Buddhist in nature. The country also celebrates its own traditional New Year in addition to January 1st. Thai people celebrate the birthday of their beloved late King Bhumibol and his wife Queen Sirikit as their respective Father’s and Mother’s Days. Get ready for the…
Best Posts of 2016 Posted by sasha on Dec 27, 2016
It’s time to say goodbye to 2016 and welcome in the New Year. All year long, we’ve been sharing vocabulary lists, grammar tips, cultural insights, and travel stories from Thailand. Let’s take a look back at some of the best posts from 2016: Language Going to the Beach Many people come to Thailand specifically for…
2 Week Party in Thailand – Islands Posted by sasha on Dec 21, 2016
It’s no secret that Thailand is a fun country to travel to. Every year, millions of people flock here in search of a good time, whether it’s in the bars of Bangkok or on the beaches of the islands. That’s exactly where we’re headed in the next installment of our “2-Week Party in Thailand.” Do…
2 Week Party in Thailand – Bangkok Posted by sasha on Nov 22, 2016
Some people come to Thailand for the culture, some for adventure, and others just to party down. Start a wild two weeks off in the capital city – Bangkok. With a couple of nights here, you can sip cocktails at fancy rooftop bars, rock out to live music, get crazy on Khao San Road, and…
2 Weeks in Thailand – Partying Posted by sasha on Nov 9, 2016
With two weeks to spend in Thailand, you’ve got plenty of options for what kind of holiday you have there. We’re giving you some ideas, such as a cultural trip or one focused on adventure. Visiting temple ruins and trekking through the jungle are both great, but some people just want to have a good…
South Thailand Adventure Posted by sasha on Oct 25, 2016
After a week of jungle trekking, making friends with elephants, zip-lining, and motorbiking in the north, our Thai adventure heads to the south. In Part Two, we visit the rock-climbing mecca of Tonsai and a former prison at Ko Tarutao National Park. Climbing, hiking, cycling, kayaking, and so much more:
North Thailand Adventure Posted by sasha on Oct 18, 2016
While Thailand may be known as a place you go to relax on a tropical island, there’s a lot more to do than sit on the beach here. Adventure travelers will find a wealth of options, especially in the north. Jungle trekking, epic motorbike trips, zip-line courses, and elephant camps are just a few. Check out highlights from…