For those who find Chiang Mai too busy, Chiang Rai will seem much more relaxing and manageable. A sleepier and more traditional Thai city, Chiang Rai was founded about 30 years before Chiang Mai by the same King, and at the time it was the capital of the Mengrai Kingdom (later known as the Lanna…
Books about Thailand – What to read before you arrive
Books about Thailand are essential reading before and after visits to the Kingdom. Have you read any of these?
One night in Chiang Khong
Chiang Khong is a border crossing to Laos and a sleepy Thai town adjacent to an even more sleepy river. Many travellers don’t even stop in Chiang Khong as their destinations are on the other side of the Friendship Bridge; Huay Xai, the Mekong River and after a boat ride, the serene Luang Prabang.
Nama: A journey into Japanese cuisine on Phuket
With the Amanpuri celebrating its 30th birthday soon, Nama is an early gift from the two Aman properties in Japan. A dignified dining experience bringing the finest elements of Japanese culture to meet the high standards of the Aman brand, Nama truly is a taste of Japan.
Camp Chiang Mai
‘Cold’ season is officially here, and evening temperatures are dropping into the cool teens, while daytime temperatures are enjoyable for a change. Not only is this the time to explore some of Chiang Mai’s amazing outdoor cafes, but it’s also a great time to camp!
Luxurious Koh Lanta – a guide to island paradise
A mountainous island, covered in dense forest, and offering long, clear beaches with gentle lapping waves. Koh Lanta is truly an island of nature. Koh Lanta is one of the lesser visited Islands in Krabi Province, so if you are looking to experience Thailand’s ‘Jai yen yen’ relaxed attitude then Koh Lanta island is the…
The Stunning Crown Lanta Resort & Spa
Sitting pretty on its own private peninsula is the impressive Crown Lanta Resort & Spa. Boasting it’s own private beach enclave, three different restaurants, 22 hectares of nature and unspoiled views of the ocean from its restaurants and villas, the Crown Lanta Resort & Spa is not to be missed.
A little Map of Memories
We all have that special place that brings back beautiful memories. For some that’s walking around the streets of Paris with a loved one, for others it’s exploring a crazy Asian city by scooter or by foot, marveling at the skyscrapers in Tokyo or getting lost along little alleys in Venice. Those memories make us…
Mysterious Adverts in Thailand are Great for Marketing
A recent advertisement in Bangkok Airways magazine was for a hotel called ‘The Library‘. As a writer, Thailand expat and hotel lover my interest was immediately sparked, but what was even more intriguing was that the advertisement didn’t mention anything about the hotel or its location….what? The photograph wasn’t particularly stunning (or understandable), and the Thailand country location…