ORIGIN AND MEANING OF: “SAME SAME, BUT DIFFERENT” [UPdated December 2020]
Origin and Meaning of: “Same Same, But Different” [UPDATED DECEMBER 2020] If you’ve been to Southeast Asia, chances are you’ve heard the phrase ‘same same, but different’, especially if Thailand was a spot on the list. From street vendors to business people, this phrase is used by anyone who knows even the slightest bit of […]
A Guide to Locally Brewed Thai Beer
In a hot, tropical country like Thailand, nothing beats the heat like a big pint of cold brew. The challenge here is keeping your beer cold without watering it down with too much ice and finding the beer that suits your taste. Read about the different types of locally brewed Thai beer by checking out […]
How to Avoid Bangkok’s Tourist Traps
While there may be certain places on your dream backpacker route that you’ve seen on a blog or Instagram, it’s important to do a little research before you travel to make sure these picture-perfect destinations actually have some cultural merit that makes them worth visiting. This ensures you don’t arrive somewhere that looks amazing on […]
The Most Beautiful Buddha Statues in Thailand
Buddhism dominates the Thai landscape and way of life, and as such, visiting Buddhist temples, statues and shrines across the country is a major part of any trip to Thailand. Whether you want to simply hit the major spots in Bangkok and Chiang Mai, or explore some lesser known gems of Buddhist culture, Thailand has […]
The Best Eco-Friendly Hotels In Thailand
After becoming one of the tourist hotspots of the world, Thailand has had to ensure its sustainability credentials to both appease green travelers and to safeguard its beautiful landscapes and cities. While most countries have always had a few fringes, green accommodation options, sustainability has become such a big trend that more and more hotels […]
Five Thai Films You Should Watch Before Visiting Thailand
While we all know you should watch Leonardo DiCaprio starring in The Beach before visiting Thailand, and swoon over the former beauty of Koh Phi Phi, or perhaps watch The Hangover Part II for a few laughs, there are a number of great Thai films that you should also watch before going on your adventure. […]
The Solo Female Travel Guide to: the Thai Islands
If you’re curious about traveling to Thailand as a solo female but are a little worried about safety (or your family and friends are!), fear not! We’re here to give you the top tips on how to stay safe while enjoying solo female travel in the Thai islands. I recently returned from another jaunt to […]
The Best Som Tam in Bangkok
The sweet, spicy, and tangy combination of Som Tam, also known as Som Tum, Thailand’s papaya salad, can be found in the side streets of Bangkok. Thai chilis, fresh garlic, dried shrimp, sweet palm sugar, fish sauce, and ingredients are crushed and mixed together in a mortar pestle to make the delicious sauce that coat […]
“Same Same, But Different”: An Origin Story
Anyone who has visited Thailand or any part of Southeast Asia comes home with the catch phrase, “same same, but different.” You hear it all the time in Thailand. Found on the many t-shirts that line the night markets of Thailand and uttered by the vendors that sell them, you end up adopting the expression. […]
A Guide To Bangkok’s Maeklong Railway Market
While Bangkok is home to a whole host of markets selling everything from clothes and souvenirs to fish and fried goods, Maeklong Railway Market on the outskirts of Bangkok offers travellers something slightly different. Read on to find out everything you need to know about Maeklong Railway Market including how to get there and what […]
