Tag Archives: Muay Thai
Highlights of Krabi Province Posted by sasha on Mar 17, 2016
Check out some highlights of southern Thailand’s Krabi Province in this short video. Hit the beach in Ao Nang, try rock climbing in Rai Leh, and enjoy an island getaway on Ko Phi Phi.
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.
A Guide to Ko Pha Ngan Posted by sasha on Feb 23, 2016
When you bring up the island of Kok Pha Ngan to travelers, the first thing that gets mentioned is usually the island’s infamous Full Moon Party. While it is true that the lunar bash forever cemented Ko Pha Ngan on the backpacker circuit, there’s a lot more to this Thai island than day-glo paint and buckets…
Streets, Beats & Eats – Chiang Mai Posted by sasha on Nov 26, 2014
Thailand’s northern capital is full of stunning temples, vibrant markets, and an exciting nightlife scene. Check out some of the coolest places to hang out, munch on tasty food, and catch some music and dance.
15 Great Posts About Thailand and Thai Posted by sasha on Sep 10, 2014
We’re thrilled to be back online with the Thai Language and Culture blog after a couple of months off. I’m especially excited to write about Thailand and the language and culture of this fascinating country since I just booked a trip there for next month. This will be my fourth time visiting Thailand, and I’m…
Muay Thai Video Posted by sasha on Oct 12, 2011
In a follow up to my written post about Muay Thai, here is a short video of highlights from the evening of Muay Thai bouts that I attended on Koh Pha-Ngan during my month-long trip to Thailand:
Muay Thai (มวยไทย) Posted by sasha on Oct 10, 2011
Asian cultures are well-known throughout the world for their martial arts – China has Kung-fu, Japan has Sumo, and Thailand has Muay Thai (มวยไทย). This Thai style kickboxing has been around for thousands of years, and it can certainly be called Thailand’s national sport. Muay Thai is so important, in fact, that March 17 is…