Loei province, the gateway between the north and northeast, has so much to offer a traveler. One of our family’s favorite provinces in Thailand (we’ve been to over 50!), it has multiple points of interest to visit. In this post,…
Central Thailand is an area of Thailand easily overlooked by visitors due to its distance from the capital city of Bangkok in the south and the popular tourist destination of Chiang Mai in the north. But it’s in these plains…
When you think of Thailand, chances are one of the first things that pop into your mind is the food. Thai food can be spicy or sour, sweet or salty – and many times, it is all of those things…
You made it to Thailand and are planning a trip to Bangkok. Or you are going somewhere within Thailand. Chances are you will be flying into Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK). There is another major airport in Bangkok, Don Mueang (DMK)…
Background Found in the central heartland of Thailand, Sukhothai was the first capital city of a united Thailand. The Sukhothai era lasted between the 1200’s-1400’s before the Ayutthayan powers took over and the capital city moved to Ayutthaya. The Sukhothai…
Location Known as Talay Bua Daeng in Thai, Red Lotus Lake is known throughout Thailand as the landmark of Udon Thani province. Found an hour south of Udon Thani airport, the lake is large with several launching points around the…
About If you are traveling in Thailand, and are in the Chiang Mai area, a visit to Bua Tong Waterfall is a must, if you are up for an adventure. Bua Tong Waterfall, or known widely as Sticky Waterfalls, is…
When on the run throughout the city or around the country, a quick and easy bite to get is at 7-eleven. In fact, there are so many options for on-the-go lunches, it is one of our top choices when driving…
Location Phu Kradueng National Park is found in the province of Loei in Northeast Thailand. Loei is the province that joins the northeast region called Isaan with the northern region of Thailand. The Isaan region is mostly flat farmland but…
1. Arrive early Arrive early to get the best spot for camping. Be mindful about where the bathrooms are and find a fire source if it’s allowed. Look for a firepit; building fires anywhere you want is not allowed. Expect…
Are you looking for a fancy vacation with your family in Bangkok? Or one where you made it to Bangkok but don’t have a baht left for attractions? We’ve put together a list for ANY budget type! While this list…
Location Phu Ruea is a district in Loei province in the northeast region of Thailand, known as Isaan. Phu Ruea is found on the northwestern edge of the province amidst the mountains straddling the border of Thailand and Laos. Attractions…
You’ve made it to Thailand! And you’ve heard about all the wonderful street food in Thailand! But there is another store on almost every street corner that you weren’t expecting to see so much of. It’s 7-Eleven, and there are…
Location Nong Khai is a border town between Thailand and Laos. It is right on the Mekong River (the border between Thailand and Laos) and is the entry point to the capital city of Laos via the Thai-Laos Friendship Bridge.…
The closest border crossing to Vientiane, the capital city of Laos, is at the Thai-Lao Friendship bridge in Nong Khai, Thailand. Nong Khai is a bustling small town with many hostel and hotel options to stay in before making the…
Location Chiang Mai is the largest city in northern Thailand, a country in southeast Asia. It is the gateway to seeing the different hill tribe people groups found in that area. It is one of the most popular places to…
Location Bangkok is the capital of Thailand, a city at the mouth of Chao Phraya river where it flows out to the Gulf of Thailand. Although it feels hot all year, there are three distinct seasons: hot season, rainy season,…
National parks are a great way to get off the beaten path in Thailand, but they do take some work to get to. National parks have been given their status because of natural beauty that should be left unharmed. This means…
Food courts are a great cheap option for food around Thailand. They are especially amazing if you have picky children and need a variety of foods to choose from. If you can find one thing your kids will eat in…
There is a whole area of Thailand that is easily left out of any visitors’ itinerary. It is the region of northeast Thailand called the Isaan region. If you and your family want an off the beaten path adventure, I…