Nature & islands
Is this the most "Thai" island?
My first impression of Koh Lanta wasn't exactly good. But that was almost entirely my fault. I had just come…
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Nature & islandsPhuket
The Thailand Island Challenge
Thailand has countless islands, but for many travelers, the decision ultimately comes down to Phuket or Koh…
Things to doBangkok
Find your shopping paradise in Bangkok
My private clients are always surprised when I recommend they also visit shopping malls during their explora…
Travel
Will there ever be direct flights between the USA and Thailand again?
As an American who travels to Thailand several times a year, used to live there (and would love to do so aga…
Travel
Lopburi is simply wonderful
Lopburi was the first stop on my recent epic road trip through central Thailand. And although I was – as alw…
Getting aroundBangkok
Understanding Bangkok's urban rail network
When I tell people that I (almost) never take a taxi in Bangkok, most are surprised. Depending on the person…
Getting aroundBangkok
Bangkok's best airport
Bangkok has two airports – BKK and DMK. Both are unique facilities located in completely different parts of…
Travel
The local route between Laos and Thailand
As I wrote in a recent post, I was clearly unprepared for just how… local the longboat trip from Laos to Tha…
Travel
Why Thailand is (for now) still superior to Vietnam
I begin this post by admitting my bias—after all, I published it on the "Thailand Starts Here" website. (Min…
Work
Is Thai Airways still as smooth as ever?
When I opened the check-in reminder for my upcoming Thai Airways flight last week, I realized that I'd only…
Travel
The big problem with Koh Phayam
“It’s like the Maldives of Thailand,” my Thai friend said as our ferry departed from Ranong. The scenery aro…
Food & drinkBangkok
Moxy Bangkok Ratchaprasong presents new culinary experiences
Bangkok, June 15, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / The Moxy Bangkok Ratchaprasong, Thailand's first and largest Moxy hot…
Travel
The truth about Mae Sot
I debated for a long time whether I should even visit Mae Sot after my trip to the Thi Lor Su waterfall, for…
TravelPattaya
Alexander Lopez takes over management of the Meliá Pattaya Hotel
Pattaya, Thailand, June 11, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / Alexander Lopez, an experienced manager with extensive hosp…
CultureSukhothai
Wat Si Chum: How to visit Sukhothai's hidden giant Buddha
Over the years we've seen some incredible temples in Thailand, but none compare to Wat Si Chum in Sukhothai.…
TravelBangkok
The 2nd annual meeting of the Global Economic Forum is taking place in Bangkok.
Bangkok, Thailand, June 9, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / The 2nd Annual Meeting of the Global Economic Forum (GEF) wi…
Food & drink
MilkLab combines Australian café culture with Thai market experience
Bangkok, Thailand, June 6, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / As Thailand's specialty coffee scene and café culture contin…
TravelBangkok
ETF III announces Michelle as spokesperson in Bangkok
Bangkok, Thailand, June 4, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / The Extraordinary Travel Festival (ETF), the world's leading…
TravelBangkok
Anne-Sophie Pic returns to Bangkok for four exclusive days
Bangkok, Thailand, June 4, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / Following the success of Anne-Sophie Pic at Le Normandie, in…
Travel
Mae Kampong: How to visit this charming mountain village
The mist-shrouded mountain village of Mae Kampong is just over an hour's drive from Chiang Mai and is known…
TravelKoh Samui
World-class sailors engage in a duel at the Samui Regatta.
Koh Samui, Thailand, June 1, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / Three days of racing and changing wind conditions made for…
Travel
Entry requirements for Thailand 2026: A complete guide for travelers
What are the entry requirements for Thailand in 2026? To enter Thailand in 2026, you will need a passport va…
Food & drink
The Blue Elephant Group brings traditional Thai cuisine to life on the THAIFEX.
Bangkok, Thailand, May 28, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / The Blue Elephant Group is proud to announce its participati…
Travel
Chachoengsao hides in the obvious.
I first heard the word "Chachoengsao" seven or eight years ago, during my second stay in Bangkok. A friend o…