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Strange Sights of Bangkok

·9 February, 2019
·Samantha - Travelling King

Bangkok is full of wonderful sights, it is rich with interesting culture but little is advertised about the strange sights of Bangkok. Read more on Bangkok: Phuket or Krabi – Choosing the Perfect Destination for your Thailand Trip 9 Things You Must Do in Thailand Loy Krathong Festival Our top 10 hot tips on how to barter your way to the best price in Thailand A few Common Scams in Thailand A Few Things I Miss About Thailand 13 of the Best Instagram photos in Thailand & who to follow! Bali vs Thailand: Which Should be your Next Travel Destination? A Guide to the Top Rooftop Bars and Hottest Restaurants in Bangkok Where to Stay in Bangkok – A Complete Guide A few romantic things to do in Bangkok for couples Historic Tour of Ayutthaya – The Ancient Ruins City Strange Sights of Bangkok Top 12 Wonderful Things to do…

Where to stay in Krabi as a first time visitor

·4 February, 2019
·Samantha - Travelling King

Located around 800 kilometres south-west from Thailand's capital city of Bangkok, the Krabi province is one of the biggest provinces in Thailand. Often referred to as an island destination, Krabi is actually on the mainland Thailand with around 130 offshore islands that fall under its jurisdiction. To give you an idea about the surrounding areas – to the North lies the province of Phang Nga (close to Phuket), Surat Thani bounds to the east, while Trang lies to the south and the Andaman Sea covers the west of Krabi. Most of these 130 islands are un-inhabited but a handful of them are inhabited and accounts for most of the tourism activities from Krabi and Phuket. It can be quite intimidating to choose the right area amongst so many places to stay as a first-time visitor to Krabi. Choosing where to stay in Krabi is actually easy if a little research…

The Ultimate Guide to Krabi

·2 February, 2019
·Samantha - Travelling King

Krabi is a gorgeous province of southern Thailand, known for its white sandy beaches, turquoise waters and limestone cliffs. It's considered one of the most relaxing places in the world, and you'll quickly understand why. Krabi is home to many famous island destinations, including the Phi Phi Islands and Koh Lanta. The capital town, also named Krabi, is surrounded by lush mangrove forests and has some great cultural attractions. This ultimate guide will show you where to go and what to do in Krabi. Keep reading to find out all the top Krabi attractions so you can plan the best trip possible. Read more on Thailand: 19 Things to do in Krabi Where to stay in Krabi as a first time visitor Best Day Trips from Krabi Phuket or Krabi – Choosing the Perfect Destination for your Thailand Trip 9 Things You Must Do in Thailand Loy Krathong Festival Our…

Where to stay in Chiang Mai – Thailand

·1 February, 2019
·Samantha - Travelling King

Chiang Mai is the largest city in Northern Thailand and is the country’s cultural hub. Chiang Mai has created its own unique culture complete with a distinct dialect, architecture and food. Parts of the Chiang Mai province have been around since the 8th century and remnants of this ancient period are still visible throughout the city. However, although Chiang Mai is rich in history, it offers much more than the ancient ruins of Old City and Wiang Kum Kam. There is a popular area of the city for everyone, whether you’re interested in shopping, youth culture or experiencing life as a local. This where to stay guide will cover off the best places to stay in Chiang Mai for families, best budget places to stay in Chiang Mai, backpacking hostels in Chiang Mai and of course luxury hotels in Chiang Mai Quick note: Prices will obviously vary from high season…

Where to stay in Phuket – Where the party is or calm and relaxed? The Best Places to Stay in Phuket!

·1 February, 2019
·Samantha - Travelling King

***UPDATED as of Feb 2019!! Including New and improved Hotels** This article is designed to help YOU work out where to stay in Phuket Thailand and what the different areas are like in Phuket. Maybe you want to stay in party central (Patong), or something more relaxed and calming (Rawaii or Nai Yang) with the option to go to those “party areas” or busy market streets. Or you might want to know which is the best area to stay in Phuket with your family. We will cover off all types of Phuket accommodation options from Hostels to luxury hotels that don't cost the earth as well as how to decide where to stay in Phuket, the best Phuket hotels, best places in Phuket (to stay and to visit), the best places to stay in Phuket Thailand and many more Read more on Thailand: Looking for a particular destination, see below otherwise…

A Guide to the Top Rooftop Bars and Hottest Restaurants in Bangkok

·19 January, 2019
·Samantha - Travelling King

Bangkok’s nightlife is short of anything but exciting and eventful with bars and clubs popping up in every corner, deep in the streets and even high up above the city. Bangkok has an incredible bar and restaurant scene, from small niche bars to restaurants. Lately rooftop bars and rooftop dinning in Bangkok have been become increasingly popular, and why not, set against beautiful skyline, these gorgeous establishments are a great way to spend a night with friends, family or your significant other. Read more on Thailand: A Guide to the Top Rooftop Bars and Hottest Restaurants in Bangkok Where to Stay in Bangkok – A Complete Guide A few romantic things to do in Bangkok for couples Historic Tour of Ayutthaya– The Ancient Ruins City Strange Sights of Bangkok Top 12 Wonderful Things to do in Bangkok 14 Bangkok Hotels with Amazing Views 48 hours in Bangkok – 2 Day…

48 Hours in Phuket – 2 Day Itinerary

·7 January, 2019
·Samantha - Travelling King

Phuket is a province situated in Southern Thailand and is also the gateway to the Andaman islands, Koh Phi Phi, Similan Islands, Koh Lipe and Koh Lanta are just a boat ride away. The largest island in Thailand, Phuket is a popular tourist destination for beach lovers as it boasts over 36 beaches, the name “Phuket” means “mountain jewel” in Thai because 70% of the island is covered by mountains. Getting to Phuket is easy as there are regular flights from Bangkok; alternative methods of transportation include minivan and bus for those on a tight budget. Being on the tourist trail you will find that many people speak English and that travelling in Thailand is generally very safe, also for female travellers. The thing to be most aware of is of being pickpocketed and buses and touristy areas are prime areas to be wary and vigilant. Tourists typically head to…

Where to Stay in Koh Samui Thailand – Relaxing areas, the Best Beaches and Nightlife Hot spots

·4 January, 2019
·Samantha - Travelling King

Koh Samui (also known as Ko Samui) is the second largest island in Thailand, located off of east coast of the Kra Isthmus. While Koh Samui has the features you’d expect of an island- extravagant palm trees and beautiful beaches- it’s also known for its dense rainforest and luxurious spas and resorts. The most popular aspect of the island is definitely the 12 meters tall gold Big Buddha statue located at the Wat Phra Yai temple in the Bophut area. Regardless of your expectations of Koh Samui, we guarantee that you’ll be impressed with this island. Samui is all about finding the beach that fits your criteria because there is a variety to choose from. We will cover off all types of Koh Samui accommodation options from Hostels to luxury Koh Samui hotels as well as how to decide where to stay in Koh Samui, the best Koh Samui hotels, best…

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