thailand
Chai Lai Orchid: A feel-good retreat in Northern Thailand
NORTHERN Thailand is in some ways a region of contradictions – the beauty of the area is unparalleled but there are many little-known communities there that suffer due to political circumstances beyond their control. Chai Lai Orchid presents an opportunity for guests to appreciate the beauty of this region of Thailand, and to not only…>
Asia’s most unusual swimming pools
SEASIDE, sky high, panoramic, scary and with vanishing edges, waves or volcanoes… there’s plenty of reasons these swimming pools made this list. Pack your swimming costume for this pool ride around Asia. Cantilever Indoor Swimming Pool, Shanghai If you’ve got enough pluck to brave this indoor pool, you can enjoy the experience of floating 100…>
5 best nightlife cities in Asia
WHEREVER you are in Asia, there is somewhere to party. Even in the wilds of Mongolia you’ll find someone who is willing to throw back a few with you. Or in Muslim Indonesia, there is still Bali, where you can always find a party or two. Here are five of our favorite cities in Asia…>
Thailand: 5 great places to detox after Songkran
THE time is near, when Thailand’s cities will turn into battlegrounds where locals, ex-pats and backpackers will take to the streets in the most epic waterfight they’ve ever seen. The annual Songkran celebration honoring the Buddhist New Year will be held April 13-15. Those who have braved the festival in the past have described it…>
The joy of limbo: Asia’s 5 best airports
IF you have ever lived in Asia, as an expat or a traveling local, then you surely understand the value of a good airport. We end up spending a great deal of our time in the ‘limbo’ of such places, whether we’re traveling home or making our way to other, more exotic, destinations. Personally, I…>
Hidden eats: Bangkok’s best holes-in-the-wall
Travel writer and blogger Adam Hodge hit the streets of Bangkok recently to find the best low-cost hidden eateries in this sprawling metropolis. Unsurprisingly, he found some real gems, and some surprises too… BANGKOK has its fair share of swanky eateries where there is virtually no ceiling to what you might spend on dinner. And…>
5 great caving spots in Asia
IF, like me, your main exposure to caving began with watching the horror film “The Descent”, you may not be keen to strap on a head lamp and poke around underground for a few hours. After all, who knows what creepy crawlies you might find? If you are a natural explorer and enjoy a bit…>
Places to stay
The Chedi, Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai, Chang Khlan, Thailand
From Chiang Mai’s only five-star
Luxury Boutique Hotel
1 Bedroom, sleeps 2
1 Bathroom
The Heritage House & Gardens
Chiang Mai, , Thailand
A European-inspired manor house and
Boutique Resort
1 Bedroom, sleeps 2
1 Bathroom
Hintok River Camp @ Hellfire Pass
Kanchanaburi, River Kwai, Thailand
Situated along the River Kwai,
Rivers Glamping
1 Bedroom, sleeps 2
1 Bathroom
Luang Poj Boutique Hostel
Ranong, City Centre, Thailand
More a charming guest house
Boutique Guesthouse
1 Bedroom, sleeps 2
Shared Bathroom
Villa Lomchoy
Chaweng, Koh Samui, Thailand
Upmarket, private and lushly landscaped,
Luxury Villa
3 Bedrooms, sleeps 6
3 Bathrooms
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