If the country of Thailand is on your bucket list, you’ll almost certainly start your trip in the capital city of Bangkok. In fact, many people consider Bangkok to be the gateway to Southeast Asia. A massive, sprawling metropolis of over 9 million people, Bangkok is both the financial and cultural hub of Thailand and…
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The Perfect 2-Week Thailand Itinerary
Over the course of the last decade, Nick and I have traveled to Thailand over a dozen times. Not only because it’s one of our favorite countries, but also because it is the most common country that our friends and family from back home want to visit. And since we’ve been so many times, we…
Koh Samui, Thailand: The 7 Best Hotels and Resorts on the Island
Koh Samui is an island in the Gulf of Thailand that is known for having beautiful sandy beaches, fancy resorts, and plenty of things to do on the island! It’s also a jumping-off point for the nearby islands of Koh Tao and Koh Phangan as it has a small domestic island and a convenient ferry…
The Best 15 Things to do in Koh Samui, Thailand
Koh Samui is an island in the spectacularly beautiful Gulf of Thailand. It is a common stop for tourists en route to the neighboring islands of Koh Pha Ngan and Koh Tao as Samui has it’s own international airport. And while it’s easy to fly into Koh Samui and then quickly catch a ferry to…
Koh Tao, Thailand: The Top 12 Things To Do on the Island!
Koh Tao is a peaceful, quiet island located in the Gulf of Thailand. And while it’s neighboring islands, Koh Phangan and Koh Samui are popular on the backpacker party scene, Koh Tao is more laidback and popular with an older crowd. If you’re looking for white sandy beaches, turquoise water, and beautiful views of the…
Maerim Elephant Sanctuary: An Ethical Elephant Encounter in Chiang Mai, Thailand
When I first visited Chiang Mai in 2014, every tour agency in town was advertising elephant riding tours and elephant circus shows. And I’m embarrassed to admit that I partook in the past time. But in the last 5 years, the city has seen a drastic change in mentality toward elephant cruelty and most of…
Where to Stay in Koh Tao, Thailand: The 7 Best Resorts and Hotels
If you are planning a trip to Thailand and want to make sure you check out a few of the best beaches in the country, then make sure you spend a few nights on Koh Tao Island! This laidback island in the Gulf of Thailand is just a two-hour ferry ride from Koh Samui and…
Thailand Travel Tips: 16 Things You Need to Know
If you haven’t already been to Thailand, it’s probably been high on your bucket list for quite some time. Known for having some of the most beautiful beaches in the world, you’ve undoubtedly pictured yourself sipping on a fruity cocktail while gazing out at the turquoise blue water on a little island in the middle…
7 Awesome Things To Do in Chiang Mai, Thailand
Situated in the highlands of northern Thailand, Chiang Mai is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Visitors come here to play with elephants, trek through hill tribe villages, shop ’til they drop at the endless night markets, or simply to use it as a stopping-off point before heading further north to…
6 Awesomely Obscure(-ish) Adventures in Thailand
Thailand is a spectacular country that everyone should visit at least once. Here you’ll find pristine beaches with turquoise water for swimming, beautiful Buddhist temples, delicious food, exhilarating excursions, and the friendliest of people. It’s impossible not to fall in love with Thailand! We’ve been to Thailand many times and have had countless awesome adventures….
