Elephants are magnificent creatures with a magnetic presence, and travellers on a Thailand vacation often want to get as up-close-and-personal with one as they can. Goway has made the decision recently to become even more selective with the elephant experiences…
As I travelled by road from Phuket to Krabi, which is situated on the mainland of Thailand, I was overwhelmed by the beauty of the coastline along which I travelled. The nearer I got to this beautiful resort, the more…
Two and a half hours south east of Bangkok is a beach resort which has been described as the oldest and most traditional of all Thailand’s resorts. Perhaps this is due to the fact that Thai royal families built summer…
Previous: Ecotourism Destinations: Asia (Part 1) Continuing the exploration of Asia ecotourism and the more outstanding destinations, we now look at Thailand, Vietnam, and Indonesia. THAILAND In order to protect the large number of absolutely stunning destinations in Thailand which…
Northern Thailand, bordering Myanmar and Laos, is an area characterized by dense forests and misty mountainous terrain, called home by Westerners and ancient hill tribes. Home of the alluring capital city of Chiang Mai, travellers can explore bustling street markets,…
Thailand has emerged as one of the most visited tourist destinations in the world. What could be the reasons that people love to travel to this exotic destination? It could be the tranquil beaches, exotic cuisine, magnificent temples and scenery,…
Southeast Asia has been a seductive travel destination for generations, but now may be the best time to visit to experience the striking contrasts and diversity of this magical part of the world. The major cities and hidden villages of…
Eating dinner in a tree pod is unusual for sure, but that’s nothing compared to a medical-themed restaurant with drinks served from an IV drip bottle! Asia might be the world’s weirdest continent when it comes to outrageously themed dining…
Eating is half the fun of travelling. Food is one of the defining aspects of every culture, and when you taste local flavours, you enrich your perspective and bond with residents of the places you’re visiting. Indochina has some dishes…
Asia vacations can take you to a host of enchanting places. Whether you are getting friendly with elephants in Thailand or India, marveling at the landscape in Guilin, China, or soaking up Tokyo‘s innovative atmosphere, you are in for an unforgettable…
Thailand is an ideal country for anyone’s first visit to Asia. There are many flights to Bangkok, entry requirements are easy for most westerners, and tourist infrastructure is well developed in all popular regions of the country. Better still, most…
Indochina assaults the senses of the first-time Western visitor, with its explosion of colours, scents, and sounds – wholly unlike anything they’ve experienced before. Southeast Asia has everything: teeming cities, sleepy villages, ancient temples, exotic cultures, and untamed jungles. Indochina…
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