23 Must See Hidden Gems of Thailand

The path to Wat Phu Tok clings to the side of a cliff. One of Thailand's most dangerous paths.

Thailand attracts millions upon millions of visitors each year who come into the country to visit the beaches, temples, and explore the country. And each year, visitors miss out on some of the best places to visit in Thailand.  However,…

Bangkok Accommodations: The Best Locations by Area

Decorations at a mall in Bangkok, Thailand

Bangkok – a city overflowing with high rises, traffic, people, and heat.  How do you find the right accommodations in all the chaos of Bangkok?  And how do you even know where to begin?  Should you stay close to the…

A Complete Guide to Khao Yai Camping with Kids

Kids watching a wild elephant at Khao Yai National Park

You are in Bangkok with your family and you really want to get out in nature.  Bangkok does offer some amazing parks you can run around.  However, if your kids are like ours then what you really want is a…

The Complete 10 Day Bangkok Itinerary

Wat Arun, Bangkok Thailand

10 days in one city, like Bangkok, may seem like a long time, but as this 10 day Bangkok itinerary shows you, there is plenty to do in this city!  After having lived in Bangkok for 9 years and frequently…

Road Trip from Bangkok to Phuket

Small Sandy Beach Khao Lak

Taking a road trip from Bangkok to Phuket is a great way to get off the beaten path from the traditional Thailand tourist destinations.  There are many spots to explore.  We have done this road trip from Bangkok to Phuket…

Roi Et Tower, A Cultural Icon in Northeast Thailand

Roi Et Tower

The beautiful Roi Et Tower is found in the center of Roi Et city, a town in the northeast region of Thailand.  Though the province is mostly filled with low-lying rice fields and the journey to Roi Et Tower is…

The Best Family Guide to Chiang Khan Walking Street

Chiang Khan Walking Street

Chiang Khan is a quaint little town that sits along the banks of the Mekong River. It can be found in Loei province in Northeast Thailand.  Loei province falls directly along the crossroad between Northeast Thailand and Northern Thailand. Because…

The Complete Guide to Chiang Khan Skywalk

Chiang Khan Skywalk

Traveling through the province of Loei looks a little like traveling through both the northeast region and the northern region of Thailand at the same time. The mix of mountains and farmland make for a beautiful trip.  Northern Thailand is…

Getting from Bangkok’s Don Mueang Airport to the City

Welcome sign to Don Mueang International Airport upon arrival, just after Immigration.

Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) used to be the main airport to and from Bangkok Thailand.  Now Bangkok has another airport, Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK) which opened in 2006. DMK airport is located in the North part of Bangkok while…

Hiking Doi Suthep: Beyond the Wat Phra That Temple

Entrance to stairway up to the temple

What is Doi Suthep and How to Get There Chiang Mai is a major destination within Thailand. It draws many visitors from abroad and domestic alike and one of the most popular destinations is the Wat Phra That Temple on…

Ban Chiang Udon Thani Thailand, Exploring Ancient Pottery

Ban Chiang dig site

Udon Thani boasts a historical find in the Ban Chiang archeological site.  Named a UNESCO World Heritage Site; Ban Chiang, Udon Thani Thailand, has given scientists an inside look into an ancient civilization like very few other places on earth.…

Top 7 Things to Do in Udon Thani with Families

Ban Chiang National Museum

There is a good diversity of things to do in Udon Thani. Udon Thani province is full of nature, ancient history, and culture.  With 2 UNESCO world heritage sites in one province alone, it is definitely worth a visit.  But…

One Day in Bangkok for Families

Erawan Shrine in Bangkok Chit Lom

When you only have one day in a city, you want to fit in as much as possible.  Here, we want to give the option to not go to every tourist attraction and wear yourselves out by trying to get…

Thai Food for Picky Eaters

Moo Ping and Sticky Rice

When your children are willing to eat anything they see in front of them, traveling becomes a lot more interesting.  But what about when your kids are picky eaters. Will your kids be able to eat food when they are…

10 Kid Friendly Things to Do in Loei, Thailand

Bunny Temple

Loei province, the gateway between north and northeast Thailand, has so much to offer a traveler.  It is one of our family’s favorite provinces in Thailand (and we’ve been to over 50!). There are many things to do in Loei,…

5 Off the Beaten Path Provinces in Central Thailand

Wat Phra That Pha Som Kaew Temple in Petchabun

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…

Complete Guide on Using the Airport Rail Link in Bangkok

Bangkok Airport Rail Link

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)…

Red Lotus Lake, Udon Thani – How to Visit with Kids

Talay Bua Daeng - Red Lotus Lake in Udon Thani

Known as Talay Bua Daeng in Thai, Red Lotus Lake is known throughout Thailand as the landmark of Udon Thani province. This expansive lake fills with red lotuses in the cool season, blanketing the lake with a pink cover. Our…

Bua Tong Sticky Waterfalls Chiang Mai

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…

7-Eleven Snacks to Try in Thailand for Kids

Thailand 7-Eleven

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…

Top 5 Towns to Visit in Isaan with Kids

Chian Khan Walking Street

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…