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Fantastic ideas for a month in Thailand
As I've often mentioned on this website, Thailand is much larger than it appears on a map. This is a particu…
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What you should know before moving to Thailand
Moving to Thailand can trigger anxiety – I speak from experience. My two previous moves to Thailand were inc…
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Use my Mae Hong Son travel guide to plan your trip.
Mae Hong Son is no hidden gem in Thailand. Well, not quite – and certainly not entirely. In fact, one could…
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The ultimate Krabi travel guide
It might surprise some, but not all the places in my Krabi travel guide are beaches. Some of the province's…
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Plan your Koh Samui itinerary today!
Koh Samui occupies a curious place in my memories of my Thailand trip. Let me start with the obvious: it was…
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Do you need an Isaan travel guide? Start here.
If you're disappointed by the online travel guides for Isaan, I can certainly understand. This relatively un…
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Is Thailand cheap? Here is my detailed, nuanced analysis.
About ten years ago, the question "Is Thailand cheap?" wouldn't have been necessary. Thailand was undeniably…
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Are tourists allowed to drive in Thailand?
For a developing country, Thailand has a fairly good public transportation network, and it's relatively easy…
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The ultimate Chonburi travel guide
"Chonburi" is a word you've probably seen on street signs in the greater Bangkok area, but it might be a pla…
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Is Chiang Rai worth a visit?
I created this Chiang Rai travel guide as a token of my love for this city. I love this underrated gem so mu…
TravelChiang Mai
The ultimate Chiang Mai travel itinerary
I first visited Chiang Mai in 2012, but didn't write my first guidebook until many years later. The simple r…
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The ultimate Chanthaburi travel guide
Some places in Thailand have a reputation that precedes them, often disappointing travelers. And this isn't…
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How to choose the best month for a trip to Thailand
The question of the best month to travel to Thailand is interesting, as most people seem to misunderstand it…
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This is the ultimate Bangkok travel guide.
I've had almost 20 years to refine and update my Bangkok travel guide – and I hope it shows. In fact, I revi…
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How to spend 3 weeks (or longer) in Thailand
In the 15 years since my first trip to Thailand, I've spent a total of almost four years in the Kingdom, bot…
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Plan your 2-week trip to Thailand today!
If you're from the US, Australia, or Canada, Thailand might seem small on the map. Many of my private client…
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The perfect 10-day itinerary for Thailand
The question of how long one should stay in Thailand is controversial, and for good reason. No matter how mo…
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Tickets for the Chiang Mai CAD Yi Peng Lantern Festival 2026: The best seats
Experience with us the mesmerizing sea of lights from thousands of lanterns illuminating the night sky dur…
Things to doChiang Mai
Tickets for the authentic Sky Lantern Festival in Chiang Mai 2026
The authentic Sky Lantern Festival in Chiang Mai is the second largest Yi Peng celebration in Chiang Mai – b…
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Yi Peng Festival 2026: Dates, meaning & is it worth it?
For two nights in November, the sky above Chiang Mai is ablaze with a sea of lanterns. This is Yi Peng – t…
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Worst time to travel to Thailand: When the likelihood of disappointment is greatest.
You've seen the photos: turquoise waters, golden temples, vibrant night markets, and breathtaking sunsets on…
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What Thailand is really famous for (and how to experience it differently)
Thailand is known for its rich culture, breathtaking landscapes, and vibrant experiences. But for the discer…
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Thailand's weather in September 2026: Travel tips & the best places
September is Thailand's rainiest and most unpredictable month. This doesn't mean you shouldn't travel, but i…
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Thailand's weather in October 2026: Travel tips & the best places
The weather in Thailand in October marks the end of the rainy season. Heavy rainfall eases towards the end o…