What are the Rules When Jungle Trekking in Thailand?
Jungle trekking is a popular pastime in Thailand. Whether in an unprotected jungle or a national park, tourists come from all over the world to go trekking….
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Invited to a Party in Thailand? Here’s What to Expect If You Go
Going to a party in Thailand is unlike attending a party anywhere else in the world. Unlike in the US, where I thought most parties were boring,…
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Where to Buy Rabbit Food in Bangkok, Thailand – Pellets, Hay, Vegetables and Fruit
The in-thing right now in Bangkok, Thailand is buying a rabbit as pet. Every week, at my local market, I see tons of Thai girls and expats…
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What Does ‘Su Su’ Mean in Thailand?
If you make Thai friends while on a trip or living in Thailand, eventually one of them will tell you “Su su” (or “Suu suu”). When I first…
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Second Iranian Arrested at Suvarnabhumi Airport, Bangkok – This One Smuggling Snakes
News a few days ago was of an Iranian man being arrested at Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi Airport after trying to smuggle a major haul of drugs into Thailand. Today,…
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Top Langkawi Island Resorts – Superb Food, World-Class Accommodation and Luxury Spas (Video)
Langkawi Island just off the coast of Malaysia is the beach destination of choice for tourists andThai residents, who are looking for somewhere quiet and beautiful to relax….
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Best Spas in Hua Hin, Thailand – World-Class Health and Beauty Treatments
Hua Hin, the most popular beach resort in Thailand, is one of Thailand’s top spa destinations. Known for its health and beauty spas, in Hua Hin, you will…
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Thailand’s ‘My Home’ Interior Design Magazine – Beautiful Design, Awesome Decorative Ideas
One of my not-guilty pleasures is my monthly purchase of ‘My Home’ interior design magazine. A Thai interior magazine that’s relatively new on the market — My…
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No Alcohol in Thailand’s Bars, Clubs, Restaurants and Convenience Stores This Weekend – Ban for Buddhist Lent
Yet again, if you enjoy a nice alcoholic drink, you will be just about forced to stay at home this weekend. That is because it is Buddhist Lent,…
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Best Places to See a Live Theater Performance in Bangkok, Thailand
Bangkok, Thailand isn’t really the place a theater lover should probably live. Unlike most major international cities that have tons of live theater, Bangkok has little of it….
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What to Wear If You’re an English Teacher in Thailand
Every year, thousands of westerners move to Thailand to teach EFL (English as a Foreign Language). Once they get here, and get an English teaching job, the next…
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Best Places to Shop and Eat in the Siam Area of Bangkok, Thailand
The Siam area of downtown Bangkok is the most popular area of the city as far as shopping, eating and entertainment go. With four large malls right next…
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Best Hotels Under $50 a Night in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia – Cheap, Clean and Comfortable
Kuala Lumpur (KL), Malaysia isn’t the most expensive city for hotel rooms but it’s not the cheapest either. In fact, hotel room rates in KL have increased a…
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Thailand’s Public Holidays and National Observance Days are Fun Times to Visit the Country
If you’re planning a trip to Thailand next year, one thing you might want to take into consideration when you choose your holiday dates are Thailand’s public…
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Wai Kru Day in Thailand – Teachers Day Ceremonies are Nationally Celebrated
At the beginning of every school year in Thailand, (usually in October but some schools do this in January or even June), every Thai student participates in Wai…
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Best Zoos in Thailand – Chiang Mai, Dusit Zoo and More
If you enjoy visiting zoos, you will love being in Thailand. There are some excellent zoos in Thailand – some the typical animals-in-cages variety, and some the open-air…
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Food Stalls in Patong, Phuket – Featured Photo
One of the wonderful things about living in Thailand is the abundance of street food stalls. From early morning to late at night, all over the country,…
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Buddy Oriental Riverside Pakkred Nonthaburi – A Luxury Hotel Perfect For Art Lovers
One of the newest luxury hotels in Bangkok is the Buddy Oriental Riverside Pakkred Nonthaburi. Located in Nonthaburi, on the outskirts of Bangkok, it’s around 20 kilometers…
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Whittard of Chelsea at Central World Plaza in Bangkok, Thailand – Smooth Lattes, Delicious Desserts
Whittard of Chelsea was originally a British company that was sold to an Icelandic buyer a couple of years ago. At the end of 2008, it was…
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Kobune Japanese Restaurant at Central World Plaza, Bangkok
I recently ate dinner at Kobune Japanese restaurant at Central World Plaza in Bangkok with a Thai friend. It was the first time I had eaten at…
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Gia Long Cuisine Restaurant at Central World Plaza in Bangkok, Thailand – Superb Vietnamese Food
Several years ago, I was at Central World Plaza mall in Bangkok, Thailand and discovered a gorgeous Vietnamese restaurant. A few weeks later, I went back to the…
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Review: The Chiang Mai Grand View Hotel
The Chiang Mai Grand View Hotel, (formerly the Amity Green Hills Hotel), is located on the Super Highway on the outskirts of the city of Chiang Mai…
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Free EFL Conversation Class: Getting Students Talking with an Oprah-Style Talk Show
Getting most EFL students to say more than a couple of words in class can be a challenge. In Thailand, EFL students are often shy, so getting…
