Bangkok Attractions – A Nostalgic Journey
In the second of this two-part series featuring his favourite Bangkok attractions, Johan Smits leads us off the tourist trail to five nostalgic gems. Bangkok Attractions: Scala Cinema Remember the…
World’s Best Vegan Friendly Cities Revealed
HappyCow, a popular online hub that helps travellers find vegan, vegetarian and healthy food worldwide, has published its yearly listings of top 10 vegan friendly cities…
Shama Lakeview Asoke Bangkok
Taking a few days in Bangkok to catch up with friends and colleagues, Mark Bibby Jackson checks into the Shama Lakeview Asoke Bangkok to discover what an expat lifestyle feels…
Royal Barge Procession 2019, Bangkok, Thailand
The magnificent Royal Barge Procession in Thailand, a very rare and grand event with much splendour, will take place again this December after a seven-year-long hiatus…
Anurak Wins 2019 SKAL Sustainable Tourism Award
Anurak Community Lodge in southern Thailand has won the global 2019 SKAL Sustainable Tourism Award in the Rural Accommodation category. The award was presented during…
5 Thai Festivals You Need to See to Believe
Daisy MacQuoid sifts through the many Thai festivals held every year in the Asian kingdom and shortlists five of the most distinctive festivals you need to see to believe. Thailand…
White Temple Thailand Light Fest 2019
Thailand is pulling out all the stops from 22 November to 22 December when the inaugural Wat Rong Khun Light Fest will light up northern Thailand’s already very bright White…
Cash in on Explore’s Flash Sale Before 17 June
Save up to £720pp in Explore’s Flash Sale. Choose from more than 500 trips in 120 countries when booked by Monday 17 June 2019. Explore’s Moldova Short Break gives travellers…
Top Travel Destinations for Vegans
Some of the trendiest restaurants across the globe are introducing a vast array of vegan delicacies to their menus, but VIVID Travel suggests taking that one step further…
Luang Prabang: Laos Past or Future?
Searching for peace, quiet and beauty, Johan Smits finds in Luang Prabang a stunning little town at a crossroads. One tropical evening we find ourselves sitting in the nearly empty…
Groundbreaking Bangkok Art Biennale 2018
Thailand’s first ever Bangkok Art Biennale 2018, the biggest contemporary art event in the country’s history, is still ongoing until 3 February next year and has so far received overwhelmingly…
Wonderfruit Festival 2023, Thailand
Within just a few years, the Wonderfruit Festival has risen to become one of the most anticipated festivals in Thailand blending music and gastronomy with wellness…
Thailand Travel Tips: Do’s and Don’ts
Having lived three years in the Thai border town of Mae Sot and visiting the kingdom more times than he can recall, Johan Smits shares his Thailand travel tips to…
Loy Krathong Festival 2024, Thailand
One of Thailand’s most beautiful and beguiling festivals, Loy Krathong is enormously popular with Thais and visitors alike. People flock to lakes and rivers to float their krathongs on the…
Yi Peng Festival 2024, Thailand
The Yi Peng festival, one of Thailand’s most charming and alluring events, is incredibly well-liked by both locals and tourists. The north of the country sees its nightly heavens illuminated…
Five-Day Northern Thailand Motorcycle Trip
In search of the legendary Route 1148 in northern Thailand on the back of a metal steed, Johan Smits encounters welcoming villagers, five-year-old coffee and a temple in the sky…
Hua Hin Jazz Festival 2019, Thailand
It could hardly get any better when you combine a beach and Thai food with world-class live jazz. The Thai royal seaside resort of Hua Hin, a three-hour drive from…
Grab Southeast Asia Transport at a Touch
With Southeast Asia’s home-grown ride hailing app, you now can explore a region full of surprises in a safer, more convenient and affordable way. When travelling…
Enjoy the Orchids in Northern Thailand
As Kew Gardens gears up for its 23rd annual Orchids Festival, VIVID Travel is now offering horticultural lovers a unique opportunity to discover the delights of tropical Asian flowers in…
New Luang Prabang Luxury Hotel
AVANI Hotels & Resorts is delighted to announce a new brand extension, AVANI+, with the launch of its first hotel in Luang Prabang on 1 March of this year…
Books, Rockets and the Dead – Best Festivals 2018
What better way to discover different cultures than joining in with the festivities? Marissa Carruthers throws the spotlight on ten unique festivals 2018 has in store from around the globe…
Intrepid Starts Solo Parent Family Tours
Intrepid Travel has just launched six new tours specifically designed for solo parents and their children. A first of its kind, the experiential travel company says it is long overdue…
Couple Retreat at Khao Lak, Thailand
Thailand’s luxurious 56-roomed boutique residence, The Sarojin, is helping couples experience the ultimate ‘Just for Two’ escape with its summer offer…
OMNIA Dayclub Opens in Bali, Indonesia
OMNIA Dayclub opened its doors on 2 February on the idyllic island of Bali in Indonesia. Perfectly placed on the stunning limestone cliffs of Uluwatu on the Bukit Peninsula of the…
