Bangkok’s nonstop action can become exhausting and an escape to Thailand’s unspoiled coastline is a relaxing way to recharge your batteries. Situated on the eastern coast of the Gulf of Thailand, Pattaya is a beach lover’s haven that offers something for everyone. Lounge on its golden sands or partake in water sports during the day … Read more
Shh! Koh Chang is a secret. While the crowds flock to Samui and Phi Phi, this hidden Shangri-La on the eastern edge of the Thai Gulf has remained largely off the radar. There are some bamboo-built cottages and low-key resorts dotting its western shoreline, along with reggae bars and pebble-sand beaches shaded by lanky palm … Read more
The ancient city of Ayutthaya, officially known as Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya, is a popular destination among many travelers to Thailand. Formerly the capital of the country, it’s located just 50 miles north of the current capital, Bangkok. It’s a UNESCO World Heritage Site, featuring a wealth of fascinating ancient ruins, making it a popular … Read more
Phuket is among the most popular tourist destinations in Thailand, due in part to its stunning beaches and thriving nightlife. It also offers many opportunities for island hopping and chances to explore the various national parks situated on the island. Just 37 miles north of the northern tip of the island, you’ll find the tranquil … Read more
From one tropical paradise to another, the journey from Koh Samui to Koh Phangan is just a short hop over the sky-blue waters of the Thai Gulf. These islands have risen and risen to become two of Thailand’s most popular holidaying destinations in the last few decades. There’s Samui, with the glistening white sands of … Read more
Both Krabi and Koh Phi Phi are major stops on the regular route around the stunning region of the Thailand Andaman. One’s a laid-back beach town, where hotels fringe yellow sands backed by cliffs. The other is a lively isle of bamboo bars and fire shows, fish-filled lagoons and forests of waxy palm trees. Every … Read more
White-sand beaches, multicoloured coral gardens, mind-boggling marine creatures, and hills dashed by humid jungles – what could be a better cure for the hustle and bustle of Bangkok? Thankfully, it’s easy to trade the Thai capital for the sparkling shorelines of Koh Tao these days. This guide highlights just a few of the most popular … Read more
These two much-loved beach towns face each other on opposite ends of famous Phang Nga Bay. It’s hardly a wonder they are among the most popular destinations in Thailand. The whole region is speckled with islands where cotton-coloured beaches dash under lazy palm trees and dramatic mountains lurch from cerulean seas. To the east is … Read more
Any visitor to Thailand who craves sandy beaches, virgin rainforests, and craggy mountains has probably taken a look at the stunning southern tip of the country. Surrounded by azure seas and white beaches, it’s something of a paradise. The bustling town of Krabi is a great place to start out, and as the gateway to … Read more
After escaping the hustle and bustle of Bangkok and finding yourself in the UNESCO World Heritage Site city of Ayutthaya, the great expanse of Thailand’s north awaits. Yet before you set your sights too far ahead, the little gem of Lopburi is only a short journey away. Similar in historical significance to Ayutthaya, Lopburi has … Read more
So, you’re looking to swap west coast for eastern islands? The jungle-topped karst peaks of the Andaman for the boulder-spotted white sands of the Thai Gulf? Look no further than this guide. It runs through all the main ways you can go from Krabi to Koh Samui. It’s a trip that’ll take you through more … Read more
There might be an international border and a whole dash of the Malacca Strait between them, but Langkawi and Koh Lipe are well-linked by ferries and boats. In fact, the Malaysian island is one of the best jump-off points for Thailand’s southern Tarutao National Marine Park of which Lipe is a part. You can cover … Read more