For groups and corporate teams travelling to Bangkok, the best private driver service Bangkok offers is one that pairs large-capacity premium vehicles with multilingual operational
There’s a strong smell of incense as I enter the temple, the sweet-spicy aroma wafting gently on the warm air. Monks in orange robes chant
Thailand’s capital is a huge heaving cosmopolitan city that seems to never rest, but it is also home to an astounding number of public parks
Bangkok is often referred to as the ‘Venice of the East’ giving reference to the thousands of kilometres of tiny waterways that shoot off the
Located in one of Bangkok’s busiest and most expansive metropolitan areas on Ratchadamri Road, the Grande Centre Point Ratchadamri represents an urban refuge in Bangkok,
Just as Airbnb has revolutionised accommodation bookings for the independent traveller, their Experiences section offers a wide variety of tours that are hosted by carefully
If you’re travelling through South East Asia for a month or two, then you probably don’t need a base. You simply can carry your things
Bangkok is an exciting city that is known to be crowded, hot and never still; as it’s eight million plus inhabits go about their daily
Also known as Krung Thep in Thai, the city of Bangkok is Thailand’s capital and home to over 8 million people. Occupying approximately 1,568.7 square kilometers in
I love to cycle a city almost as much as I love to walk it and was thrilled to join Spice Roads Cycling Adventures for
On a recent trip to capture Thailand to video and words with Eden Weiss, we spent three days exploring the beauty and wonders of the Kingdom’s
I visited Thailand’s Trat, Kho Chang and Bangkok from a Green Perspective. Gathering in Bangkok before heading to the Trat province to learn more
Travel from Cape Town to Bangkok was easy with flights generously sponsored by Singapore Air. Boarding in Cape Town, the stop down in Johannesburg goes by
Thailand is one of the most popular holiday destinations to visit in Southeast Asia and offers amazing beaches, incredible cuisine, genuine hospitality and compelling culture.
Each year, tens of thousands of individuals travel to other countries to teach English. They do this for a variety of reasons, including learning about
Thailand is celebrated for its magnificent royal palaces, decorative temples, glorious beaches and modern cityscapes effortlessly perched alongside peaceful riverside communities. Rich in culture and
With the rise of soulful getaways for girls, Thailand is increasingly popular as a destination offering the balance of wellness, health, food and retail therapy,
Located about 100km west of Bangkok at the convergence of three rivers, Kanchanaburi offers a relatively easy getaway from Thailand’s capital. Attracting crowds of tourists
You may not have heard of Kanchanaburi, but there’s a strong chance that you’re familiar with the 1957 Academy Award-winning dramatic film ‘The Bridge Over
Imagine taking to the open road behind the wheels of your very own Tuk-Tuk, carefully navigating the hills as you veer between rural landscapes, through
If the theme of your travel in Thailand is health and wellness, or you simply enjoy feel-good stories that are matched by delicious food, you
Ayutthaya is a city in Thailand, about 80 kilometres north of Bangkok. It was the first capital of the Kingdom of Siam and a flourishing
They say that you should visit Thailand five times in your life. As a young student looking for an affordable and exciting travel adventure with
It’s not surprising given the magical scenery and inviting locations, as well as dramatic rock faces, exotic jungles and beaches perfectly positioned to fuel the
About 50km outside Chiang Mai at the Buakaw Village you will find the gym where Buakaw Banchamek, long-standing K-1 Muay Thai World Champion and Thailand
Also known as the Nine Emperor Gods Festival, the Phuket Vegetarian Festival celebrates the Chinese community’s belief that abstaining from meat and other stimulants during
Getting around Thailand could not be easier with the incredible infrastructure and endless transportation options available to you, from Bangkok’s modern Skytrain to traditional tuk-tuks,
Useful Tips for Maintaining Healthy Habits while Travelling.
Did you know there are over 40,000 Buddhist temples in Thailand, of which some 37,000 are in use daily welcoming devotees and visitors? According to
As many readers of my blog will be aware, Thailand is a country I have a deep affinity to and work with closely, being lucky
There’s a strong smell of incense in the air as we enter the temple, the tiny sticks stand straight as soldiers in a bowl of
I was invited by Cathy Retief-Niel onto her Passport to the World to talk about my most recent trips to Thailand and Morocco. With
As South Africans we know all too well how much money goes into an international trip. Beyond the cost of long-haul flights, we need to
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A focus on health and wellness is ever important as we seek out quiet settings to replenish the soul, return balance to our systems and
With the passing of the world’s longest-reigning monarch last year, Thailand mourned the loss of a symbol of unity and nationhood. Yet behind that was
Thailand. – It’s never too late to show respect for a great man lost. Thailand’s beloved King Bhumibol Adulyadej, the world’s longest-reigning monarch, passed away
Thailand. – My return to Thailand with Green Pearls Unique Places video. Which turns out to be a rather self indulgent look at Island Hopping bliss that
Thailand. – From Zeavola Resort I took to their name – Love the Sea – and spent a morning out with my guide Kong and a
The Pimalai Story The name ‘Pimalai’ is derived from the ancient Indian language of Sanskrit and appropriately means ‘A little Patch of Heaven’. The Pimalai Resort
Thailand. – I met this guy at the Suvarnabhumi Airport or Bangkok Airport while there for an early flight to Krabi, one that would take me
TBEX. – I have just come off an inspiring and invaluable TBEXAsia Conference in Bangkok. One that focussed on the ever evolving world of travel
Weylandts Furniture and Decor Store invited me to answer some questions about The Incidental Tourist in their Tastemakers Journal, about my travels, childhood memories, favourite places
Thailand. – Tomorrow I leave on the ‘Amazing Thailand Green Mega Fam Trip’, joining a group of International Media to take a closer look at
For groups and corporate teams travelling to Bangkok, the best private driver service Bangkok offers is one that pairs large-capacity premium vehicles with multilingual operational support and consistent reliability – and on that basis, Private
There’s a strong smell of incense as I enter the temple, the sweet-spicy aroma wafting gently on the warm air. Monks in orange robes chant their prayers as they gently rock back and forth. The
Thailand’s capital is a huge heaving cosmopolitan city that seems to never rest, but it is also home to an astounding number of public parks and green spaces that offer a respite from the hustle
Bangkok is often referred to as the ‘Venice of the East’ giving reference to the thousands of kilometres of tiny waterways that shoot off the main Chao Phraya River, inviting exploration by long-tail boat and
Located in one of Bangkok’s busiest and most expansive metropolitan areas on Ratchadamri Road, the Grande Centre Point Ratchadamri represents an urban refuge in Bangkok, one with fine service, assorted accommodation options and above and
Just as Airbnb has revolutionised accommodation bookings for the independent traveller, their Experiences section offers a wide variety of tours that are hosted by carefully selected local residents. Each bringing their own personal recommendations, interpretation
If you’re travelling through South East Asia for a month or two, then you probably don’t need a base. You simply can carry your things and stay at places along the way. For longer trips
Bangkok is an exciting city that is known to be crowded, hot and never still; as it’s eight million plus inhabits go about their daily lives amongst the masses of tourists who descend there annually
Also known as Krung Thep in Thai, the city of Bangkok is Thailand’s capital and home to over 8 million people. Occupying approximately 1,568.7 square kilometers in the Chao Phraya River delta in Central Thailand, it is
I love to cycle a city almost as much as I love to walk it and was thrilled to join Spice Roads Cycling Adventures for their half-day Bangkok Jungle tour, spending the morning weaving through
On a recent trip to capture Thailand to video and words with Eden Weiss, we spent three days exploring the beauty and wonders of the Kingdom’s capital city Bangkok, fondly known as The City of Angels
I visited Thailand’s Trat, Kho Chang and Bangkok from a Green Perspective. Gathering in Bangkok before heading to the Trat province to learn more about the sustainable, cultural and ecotourism offerings here. Then days
Travel from Cape Town to Bangkok was easy with flights generously sponsored by Singapore Air. Boarding in Cape Town, the stop down in Johannesburg goes by really quickly. As it’s a day flight, the quick connection
Thailand is one of the most popular holiday destinations to visit in Southeast Asia and offers amazing beaches, incredible cuisine, genuine hospitality and compelling culture. Yet with so many attractions and activities to choose from
Each year, tens of thousands of individuals travel to other countries to teach English. They do this for a variety of reasons, including learning about a new culture, earning money to travel, seeking adventure, or
Thailand is celebrated for its magnificent royal palaces, decorative temples, glorious beaches and modern cityscapes effortlessly perched alongside peaceful riverside communities. Rich in culture and tradition, the Kingdom reigns strong as one of the most
With the rise of soulful getaways for girls, Thailand is increasingly popular as a destination offering the balance of wellness, health, food and retail therapy, as I discovered on a recent trip. Beyond the country’s
Located about 100km west of Bangkok at the convergence of three rivers, Kanchanaburi offers a relatively easy getaway from Thailand’s capital. Attracting crowds of tourists interested in learning about the difficult history of Thailand during
You may not have heard of Kanchanaburi, but there’s a strong chance that you’re familiar with the 1957 Academy Award-winning dramatic film ‘The Bridge Over the River Kwai’, which was set there. A couple of
Imagine taking to the open road behind the wheels of your very own Tuk-Tuk, carefully navigating the hills as you veer between rural landscapes, through bustling villages, from one attraction to the next. Nothing between
If the theme of your travel in Thailand is health and wellness, or you simply enjoy feel-good stories that are matched by delicious food, you won’t want to miss a visit to Cafe Ohkajhu. The Farm
Ayutthaya is a city in Thailand, about 80 kilometres north of Bangkok. It was the first capital of the Kingdom of Siam and a flourishing international trading port from 1350 until it’s ruin by the
They say that you should visit Thailand five times in your life. As a young student looking for an affordable and exciting travel adventure with friends; on your honeymoon for the epitome of warm island
It’s not surprising given the magical scenery and inviting locations, as well as dramatic rock faces, exotic jungles and beaches perfectly positioned to fuel the imaginings, that Thailand is a popular choice for film shoots
About 50km outside Chiang Mai at the Buakaw Village you will find the gym where Buakaw Banchamek, long-standing K-1 Muay Thai World Champion and Thailand titleholder, has created an environment where the popular martial art
Also known as the Nine Emperor Gods Festival, the Phuket Vegetarian Festival celebrates the Chinese community’s belief that abstaining from meat and other stimulants during the ninth lunar month of the Chinese calendar will help
Getting around Thailand could not be easier with the incredible infrastructure and endless transportation options available to you, from Bangkok’s modern Skytrain to traditional tuk-tuks, trains and ferries. On your next trip, we invite you
Useful Tips for Maintaining Healthy Habits while Travelling.
Did you know there are over 40,000 Buddhist temples in Thailand, of which some 37,000 are in use daily welcoming devotees and visitors? According to the Office of National Buddhism, Bangkok alone has around 400
As many readers of my blog will be aware, Thailand is a country I have a deep affinity to and work with closely, being lucky enough to visit each year for a more in-depth exploration
There’s a strong smell of incense in the air as we enter the temple, the tiny sticks stand straight as soldiers in a bowl of sand; coins, flowers and fresh fruit add to their favour.
I was invited by Cathy Retief-Niel onto her Passport to the World to talk about my most recent trips to Thailand and Morocco. With Thailand being one of South Africa’s most popular choices for
As South Africans we know all too well how much money goes into an international trip. Beyond the cost of long-haul flights, we need to convert our hard-earned Rands into foreign currency and often end
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A focus on health and wellness is ever important as we seek out quiet settings to replenish the soul, return balance to our systems and stop for long enough to be reminded of what really
With the passing of the world’s longest-reigning monarch last year, Thailand mourned the loss of a symbol of unity and nationhood. Yet behind that was a family man, jazz enthusiast, sailor and animal lover. Here
Thailand. – It’s never too late to show respect for a great man lost. Thailand’s beloved King Bhumibol Adulyadej, the world’s longest-reigning monarch, passed away on 13 October 2016 after 70 years as head of
Thailand. – My return to Thailand with Green Pearls Unique Places video. Which turns out to be a rather self indulgent look at Island Hopping bliss that took me from my few days in Bangkok at The
Thailand. – From Zeavola Resort I took to their name – Love the Sea – and spent a morning out with my guide Kong and a few of the other resort guests, on a half day
The Pimalai Story The name ‘Pimalai’ is derived from the ancient Indian language of Sanskrit and appropriately means ‘A little Patch of Heaven’. The Pimalai Resort & Spa story begins 40 years ago when the late
Thailand. – I met this guy at the Suvarnabhumi Airport or Bangkok Airport while there for an early flight to Krabi, one that would take me on to my next Green Pearls property, the Pimalai Resort and
TBEX. – I have just come off an inspiring and invaluable TBEXAsia Conference in Bangkok. One that focussed on the ever evolving world of travel blogging, recommended tools and lessons to help us do our
Weylandts Furniture and Decor Store invited me to answer some questions about The Incidental Tourist in their Tastemakers Journal, about my travels, childhood memories, favourite places and things I never travel without. Also what I long
Thailand. – Tomorrow I leave on the ‘Amazing Thailand Green Mega Fam Trip’, joining a group of International Media to take a closer look at the eco-tourism efforts of this popular destination. The second most
