Southeast Asia: experiencing the first-time thrills and exciting revisits
Exploring Southeast Asia always offers a sense of adventure, excitement and familiarity. My travels around the region provides a rich blend of first-time wonders and[…]
A Journey Through the Majestic Palaces in Asia
A palace stands as testaments to grandeur, power, and cultural heritage. Embarking on a journey to explore these magnificent structures allows us to step back[…]
Exploring Your Travel Preferences for Awesome Trips
What do you want to do in your travels? What are your preferences when you travel? You see, traveling allows us to explore the world,[…]
First-time at the Phaya Thai Palace: A Royal Residence
It was a warm afternoon when we arrived at the Phaya Thai Palace or Phya Thai Palace in Bangkok’s Ratchathewi District. It plays a significant[…]
First-time at the Jim Thompson House & Museum
“Welcome to the Jim Thompson House,” our lovely Thai guide said in her deep British accent voice. This tourist destination was a place I wanted[…]
First-time in Wat Bang Kung: The Temple Under A Tree
As our bus entered the compound of the wat, rows of men in various fighting positions filled both sides of the road at the entryway[…]
First-time in the Amphawa Floating Market
Floating markets are not uncommon in Thailand. While I’ve been to this Southeast Asian country several times, visiting a floating market is something that remained[…]
First-time in the Maeklong Railway Market
Snaking through the crowded narrow alley, we braved the early afternoon heat at the Maeklong Railway Market in Thailand. Shops and restaurants fill up both[…]
A day trip to Ayutthaya: The Ruins and Beauty of the Kingdom
During my first trip to Thailand in 2001, Ayutthaya was one of the places we visited. It was an extremely hot day, and I could[…]
First-time in Bang Pa-In Palace: Roaming the Summer Palace
Bang Pa-In Royal Palace was built during the 17th century during the reign of the Ayutthaya Kingdom, one of the earlier kingdoms of modern-day Thailand.[…]
Thipsamai: A Michelin-Star Restaurant with the Best Pad Thai
Having been hooked to Korean variety shows, I saw on these travel programs where the cast visited the famous Thipsamai Restaurant in Bangkok, Thailand. I[…]
Wat Saket: Climbing the Top of The Golden Mount Temple
Although I have been to Bangkok several times, it was only in 2019 that I have learned of Wat Saket through the Korean travel variety[…]
Sunset at Wat Arun: Crossing the River to Visit the Temple
I have always viewed Wat Arun from across the river several times, sometimes waiting for the sunset and watching the lights go up at the[…]
The Grand Palace in Thailand: Marvelling at its Majesty
Elegant signature Thai architecture protruding from the long block of white walls greeted us as we approached the Grand Palace complex in Bangkok, Thailand. Memories[…]
50 Things to See in ASEAN Countries
On August 8, 1967, five countries banded together to form the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). These are Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, Singapore and the[…]
