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Outrigger Resorts has announced a mouth-watering array of dining and entertainment options in the Maldives, Phuket and Koh Samui for Christmas and New Year. In Phuket and Samui, the festive…
On the last leg of their journey through Northern Thailand with The Tuk Tuk Club, Mark and Jen leave Pai and take the long road back to Mae Vang. I…
On Day 8 of the Tuk Tuk Diaries, Mark and Jen head for Pai Thailand, a town shrouded in travellers tales, and regret staying there a couple of nights…
On Day 7 of The Tuk Tuk Thailand Diaries, Mark goes off in search for some white flowers and gets led down the garden path by a pack of dogs…
Continuing the Tuk Tuk Diaries, it’s Day 6 and Mark and Jen visit Mae Hong Son where they have a close brush with celebrity…
Travel Begins at 40 founder Mark Bibby Jackson has taken up the challenge to drive a tuk tuk 783 kilometres through Northern Thailand, you can follow his adventure here…
Travel Begins at 40 founder Mark Bibby Jackson is going on an 11-day tour of northern Thailand by tuk tuk starting in Chiang Mai on November 28. An experienced traveller…
Anantara Hotels and Resorts has announced the dates for the 2018 King’s Cup Elephant Polo Tournament. The event will be held by the banks of Bangkok’s mighty Chao Phraya River…
Kamalaya Wellness Sanctuary & Holistic Spa has been named ‘Spa of the Year – Southeast Asia & the Pacific’ at the 13th Annual AsiaSpa Awards. General Manager Marc Denton, who…
For travellers looking for a tropical escape, a dream holiday destination awaits just two hours south of Bangkok. AVANI Hua Hin Resort & Villas opens its doors today on southern…
The Athenee Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Bangkok is pleased to announce the launch of the Immunetra Spa Treatments at Athénée Spa, a unique French-Siam approach that is insightfully tailored…
Upon arrival at the entrance booth for the Phraya Nakhon cave in the village Bang Pu you have two options – walk or take the boat. Taking the boat is…
Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas presents merry escapism for Christmas and New Year travellers. Seasonal journeys offer the gift of choice – from sumptuous traditions in exotic destinations to intriguing…
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) continues to expand the ‘12 Hidden Gems’ campaign that encourages visitors to go off the beaten path and discover new Thai local experiences in…
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is promoting multiple Loi Krathong Festival 2017 events in Bangkok and five unique destinations to celebrate one of the Kingdom’s oldest and most colourful…
Once Christmas and New Year are over, the spring and light evenings seem a million miles away which makes it a great time to head to Asia, which will be…
Anantara Siam Bangkok Hotel has unveiled its new contemporary Thai inspired guestrooms, offering discerning leisure and business travellers even more luxurious style at the brand’s Thai flagship property. Designed by…
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) and the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) identified four model communities under the ‘Follow the King’s Wisdom for Sustainable Tourism’ project in remembrance of…
Marking its first presence on the Eastern coast of Thailand, The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company is pleased to announce the newest addition to its collection of renowned global properties with the…
Embark on a “Transformative Journey” at The Athenee Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Bangkok. Having undergone a complete transformation, Plaza Athénée Bangkok, A Royal Méridien has now emerged as The Athenee Hotel…
The Tourism Authority of Thailand has made the following announcement as regards the arrangements for the Royal Cremation Ceremony. Anyone planning to visit Thailand between October 25 and 29 should…
Cachet Hospitality Group (CHG) is nearing completion of work on Cachet Resort Dewa Phuket, a 128-lifestyle resort set beside the tranquil shores of Nai Yang Beach, considered one of the…
YAANA Ventures presented US$25000 to Operation Smile Thailand and Vietnam on 25 September in Bangkok. The donation was made possible by 20 energetic rider-sponsors who joined the inaugural YAANA Bike…
Southeast Asia is a dream destination for foodies, boasting a kaleidoscope of flavours, cooking techniques and unique dishes just waiting for tourists to try. Marissa Carruthers looks at how food…
Ancient temples, opulent palaces, sandy beaches and tropical forests, Thailand seems to have it all – which is why the Land of Smiles continues to be one of the most popular holiday destinations in the world.
Whether you long for relaxation in a luxury resort, experience its fun festivals or seek thrills on one of its legendary motorcycling roads, visitors always come back to add more on their endless list of things to do in the kingdom. One of the best ways to delve deeper into Thai culture is to experience some of its many festivals. Whether you’re in the capital Bangkok or in the northern city of Chiang Mai, Thai festivals take place all over the kingdom throughout the entire year and range from the religious and spiritual to the fun and outrageous. Perhaps its most famous festivals are the fun-filled Songkran or Thai New Year, and the beautiful Loy Krathong and Yi Peng which take place nationwide. However, there are plenty more festivals with many of them typical to one particular region or province.
Thai food has earned itself a top place in world cuisine and forms an unalienable part of Thai culture. Bring some of it back home by joining one of the many Thai cooking classes on offer.
The three seasons are hot, cool and rainy, but climate patterns vary regionally so come prepared.
One of the most wonderful things to do in Thailand is to visit one – or more – of the many festivals. Some you might choose to visit include the Rocket Festival, Thaipusam, Chiang Mai Flower Festival, the Candle Festival, the Monkey Buffet Festival, Phuket Vegetarian Festival, Phi Ta Khon Ghost Festival, Hua Hin Jazz Festival and Songkran or Thai New Year.
Over fifty countries are now visa-exempt to enter the kingdom – check with your local Thai embassy about the latest requirements for your nationality.
