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 […]
Best Hostels In Phuket
Best Hostels In Phuket Since Phuket is so popular among tourists and backpackers, when planning a trip to Phuket the options can get a bit overwhelming. Especially when trying to sift through the wide range of hotels and hostels. You obviously want your trip to be a memorable one, so picking the best hostel in […]
How to get to Koh Phangan (for parties and beaches) and to Koh Tao (for diving) from Phuket
HOW TO GET TO KOH PHANGAN (FOR PARTIES AND BEACHES) AND TO KOH TAO (FOR DIVING) FROM PHUKET While planning your trip to Thailand, chances are you’ll be heading to Koh Phangan and Koh Tao for some of the most epic parties, world famous diving, and beautiful beaches. Both islands are tiny and just off […]
How to Get to Krabi from Phuket
Krabi and Phuket are two of the most popular destinations in southern Thailand. Phuket is a wild landscape filled with adventure, parties, and exciting moments. Krabi, on the other hand, connects visitors to the real Thailand with its gorgeous beaches and relaxing atmosphere. That is why it is fun to hit both locations while in […]
Things to do in Phuket during the rainy season
When you hear “rainy season” it doesn’t sound like something to be excited about. Well it turns out the rainy season is a great time to visit Phuket! Everything is considerably cheaper, and is way less crowded so you can enjoy Phuket in a unique way. There’s lots to do during the rainy season, you […]
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 […]
The Best Wine Bars in Bangkok
When visiting the glamorous city of Bangkok, there are evenings when you just need to slip off those elephant pants and Leo T-shirts to slip into something glitzy for a night out at one of Bangkok’s poshest wine bars. Found that perfect outfit from today’s shopping spree at Platinum Mall of Chatuchak and can’t wait […]
The Best Places to Go Monkey Watching in Thailand
Are you a dog person or a cat person? When you come to Thailand as a tourist, you might as well be asked if you are a monkey person or an elephant person as monkeys and elephants are Thailand’s wildlife star attractions. If you are a monkey person who is embarking on a trip to […]
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 […]
