A guide to Bophut Beach: the beautiful Fisherman’s Village Koh Samui
A travel guide with everything you need to know about Bophut Beach, the fisherman’s village of Koh Samui.
When to visit, where to stay, what to eat and how to enjoy this Thai gem
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A Bangkok Staycation by the river: Riva Arun
A review of Riva Arun’s staycation package plus 4 more Bangkok staycation ideas
Mooching around Koh Mook
There are two ways to get to the fanciest resort on Koh Mook. First way: you take a private speedboat right to the beach. Second way: you walk through or around the local primary school. I feel this captures the character of Koh Mook quite nicely – part paradise island, part regular Thai community. Here … Read more
Bangkok to Chiang Mai: An overnight train adventure
A trip on the overnight train from Bangkok to Chiang Mai in 2020. Everything you need to know about one of the most fun ways to travel in Thailand.
The Mae Salong loop: An easy Northern Thailand road trip
We hop in a hire car and head north for stars, mountains, tea, hikes, Korean BBQ, corgis and a welcome week of fresh, cool air.
Songkhla: a hidden gem in Southern Thailand
Given that this time last week I actually hadn’t heard of Songkhla, it was always likely to hold some surprises. Thankfully, unlike the vast majority of 2020, Songkhla turned out to a very good surprise indeed. Our weekend in Songkhla was a typically last minute affair liberally sprinkled with my usual lack of planning and … Read more
Ayutthaya: Touring the Temples in Thailand’s old capital
A weekend of bikes, temples and boat noodles in Ayutthaya. Where to go, what to see, tips and knowledge for a great trip.
A lucky break in Koh Samui in the shadow of Covid-19
We spend a week in Koh Samui after Covid-19, and experience a completely different world to the one we’ve become used to.