Travelling Safe in Thailand: Scams and Strangers
Holidays, or any day really, in any country can get terribly out of hand and even ugly real fast if you aren’t paying attention or don’t know what to be watching for. Thailand, while in my honest opinion one of…
Tales of Tragedy – Brokedown Bus
After a hurried trip to Laos that had me on the road for 3 days with precious little time to stretch out and recharge I returned home around midnight to find that I had to make a trip to a…
9 Scams to Watch out for in Thailand
Thailand is one of the most tourist friendly countries in the world and it has become very popular with Western travelers in the recent years. The travelling is not excessively expensive; the culture is rich and colorful; the people are…
Shark Fin Soup – Big Deal?
With the Chinese New Year celebrations raging around Thailand, tourists are flocking to Phuket and Bangkok’s Chinatown to watch the parades. I can only imagine how much shark fin soup is eaten at this time of year. So what’s the…
Tips on Buying Thai Silk
Thai silk has distinct characteristics which distinguish it from silk made from other countries. When buying Thai silk, you must consider the following tips to get the most out of your purchase.
Bangkok City: Tips to Stay Out of Trouble
Bangkok, Thailand can be a lot to take in upon first setting foot in the city. Upon arrival, you are greeted by high rise buildings, traffic and humid weather but the real charm of Bangkok City is its authentic Thai…
Pattaya Jet Ski Scam
This scam occurs in Pattaya at about 4pm when the owners of the jet skis will no longer find any more customers. The stage is now set. Jet skis which you rented for about 400 baht for a half hour…
Bangkok Taxi Tips
One of the easiest and certainly the most comfortable way to get around Bangkok is by air conditioned car. Taxis in Bangkok are cheap and are everywhere night or day. Following is a list of tips to make your Bangkok taxi experience smooth and eas
