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Wat Phra Kaew Video Tour Posted by sasha on Aug 25, 2016
There are lots of temples in Thailand, but none is more important or sacred than Wat Phra Kaew (วัดพระแก้ว). Located within the grounds of the Grand Palace in Bangkok, it’s also known as the Temple of the Emerald Buddha for the ancient relic that’s housed here. It’s a stunning temple, and is one of the…
Chiang Mai Jungle Flight Posted by sasha on Aug 17, 2016
After trekking through the Thai jungle for three days, why not fly through it? Sign up for a day of zip-lining, abseiling, sky bridges, and more with the folks at Jungle Flight in Chiang Mai. See some highlights of a day zipping through the Thai jungle in this short video:
What’s Going on with Thailand’s Government? Posted by sasha on Aug 3, 2016
The government of Thailand can be quite confusing, especially in recent years. Ousted PMs, military coups, and new constitutions are just a few of the things that have happened in the last five years. With millions of Thai voters heading to the polls this weekend in an important referendum, it’s the perfect time to review…
Chiang Mai Jungle Trek (Part Two) Posted by sasha on Jul 27, 2016
The jungle trek adventure in northern Thailand continues with two more days. Visit a remote hill tribe village, become friends with elephants, and do a bit of cliff jumping to end the journey.
Chiang Mai Jungle Trek (Part One) Posted by sasha on Jul 25, 2016
Get out of the city and trek through the jungle in northern Thailand for an unforgettable adventure. Visit stunning hillside temples, relax by waterfalls, and sleep in a remote village on the first of a 3-day trek.
Asahna Bucha Day Posted by sasha on Jul 19, 2016
Buddhism is a crucial part of Thai culture, as nearly 95% of the population are Buddhists. As a result, many of the country’s most important holidays are Buddhist. Today is one of those days – Asahna Bucha Day (วันอาสาฬหบูชา wan aa-săan-hà-boo-chaa). It’s a public holiday, so people all over the country enjoy a day off to…
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…