Tag Archives: backpacking
Jungle Trekking in Chiang Mai Posted by sasha on Jul 13, 2016
There’s much more to traveling in Thailand than relaxing on sandy beaches. Thrill seekers will be excited to find out that there are countless opportunities for adventure in the Kingdom of Smiles. From scuba diving at epic sites like Sail Rock, to tackling the 1,864 curves of the Mae Hong Son loop on a motorbike, there’s enough…
National Parks in Thailand Posted by sasha on Jun 6, 2016
Thailand is famous for its many islands (เกาะ gòr) and its big cities (เมือง meuang) like Bangkok and Chiang Mai, but did you know that the country is also home to tons of beautiful national parks (อุทยานแห่งชาติ ùt-tá-yaan hàeng châat)? As a matter of fact, there are a whopping 127 of them across the country…
A Video Guide to Ton Sai Posted by sasha on Apr 25, 2016
Welcome to Ton Sai, Thailand. It’s not an island, but it sure feels like one. Explore this village that’s popular with backpackers and rock-climbers in this short video, showing accommodation, dining, activities, nightlife, and more.
Streets, Beats & Eats – Ko Phi Phi Posted by sasha on Mar 29, 2016
Explore one of Thailand’s most popular islands with us as we check out all that Ko Phi Phi has to offer. Hike a stunning viewpoint, chill out at Maya Bay, feast on fresh seafood, try your hand at Muay Thai boxing, and take in a fire show from a beach bar.
10 Things to Do on Ko Pha-Ngan Posted by sasha on Feb 29, 2016
Explore one of Thailand’s most famous islands in this awesome video. Hike to waterfalls, join in an epic water fight at Thai New Year, dance the night away at the Full Moon Party, and much more.
Streets, Beats & Eats – Ko Pha-Ngan Posted by sasha on Feb 16, 2016
Join the Grateful Gypsies in their latest episode of the web series “Streets, Beats & Eats” as they explore Ko Pha-Ngan – one of Thailand’s coolest islands. Hit the beach, hike to a swimming hole, check out waterfalls, drop by a temple fair, pig out in the night market, and then rage at the Jungle Experience…
Ko Pha-Ngan Full Moon Party Video Posted by sasha on Feb 8, 2016
Get painted in day-glo, drink whiskey out of buckets, try your hand at fire limbo, and dance the night away under the glow of the full moon at the monthly lunar bash on Ko Pha-Ngan.