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Advice for visitors to Chiang Mai Thailand

Amidst the rolling foot hills of the Himalayan Mountains some 800 kilometers north of Bangkok is the culturally rich city of Chiang Mai, the longest continuously lived in settlement from the ancient days of Siam. Founded in 1296 AD it was isolated fr...

How to plan your Thailand Holiday Vacation.

Thailand is a fairly large country with many different cultures, scenery and attractions. If you plan your schedule carefully you can cover most of these on your first visit to the Kingdom. The main question is how? Although a lot of this depends on...

Making a Difference through Tourism in Thailand

Our company, All Thailand Experiences, provides eco-culture friendly tours and soft adventures in Thailand away from the normal tourist crowds. At the same time profits from the tours help needy children in Thailand. Here are a few of the more tha...

Finding a real Eco-culture Friendly Tour Operator in Thailand

Now a days everyone is doing eco-tours and treks in Thailand, but what is it? Do you know the questions to ask a tour or trekking operator to find out if they are for real or just a ploy to get you to go with them? There are certain places we will no...

Helpful tips for traveling in Thailand

How to Retire Now on $2000 US Dollars a Month in Thailand

I have been retired now for 5 years living very well in Chiang Mai Thailand. Here are my monthly expenses. Rent: Nice new 2 bedroom fully furnished apartment including 2 air conditioners, TV, cable, refrigerator, microwave, security cameras and gua...

Learning to Speak Thai, The funny Language

Sometimes Thai translations can be pretty amusing. Like the sign outside a Chiangmai travel agency which says, "Come see us when you are interesting", or the menu at a nearby restaurant which offers such delectable sounding dishes as "Prawn throb", "...

How To Pack for a Vacation

Tips on How to Pack a Suitcase Do you love to travel but hate to pack? Are you one of those people that puts off packing until the very last minute often staying up past midnight the day before your journey just trying to 'get it all together" o...

Dating and Romance Thai Style

This article is mainly for the guys. Ladies will learn a lot of what and what not to do in public and Thai- Western relationships. The first thing to remember is that girls can touch the guys, but the guys CANNOT touch the girls, so if you are walki...

Finding a Good Trekking Company in Thailand

THOSE WHO USE the Internet know there is much more than just looking at the graphics and information on the World Wide Web. The various Newsgroups provide a huge source of information and the opportunity for two way communication. We have observed ma...

Thailand Photos Journals and On Line Videos

Enjoy the culture, see unique destinations, visit out of the way places, experience the adventures, see the attractions, hear the sounds through photos and videos of Thailand.

Thailand Photo Journal

Thailand, an extraordinary experience,read about our experiences, see the photos. Click on the underlined text or thunbnail photo to go to the image and story page. 27th December 2008 - Family farewells in The UK 29th December - Arrive Bangkok, 7...

Online Thailand Travel and Culture Videos

Our Thailand Tour Online Video Page. Here are short streaming videos of interesting sightseeing tours including, bird watching, hill tirbe villages, elephant camp, elephant riding, trekking, hiking, camping and shopping in and around Chiang Mai Thai...

Bangkok and Central Thailand

Temple of the Emerald Buddha, Bangkok Thailand

The Temple of the Emerald Buddha is the most sacred structure in the Kingdom and the repository of the spirit for all the Thai people. The history of the Emerald Buddha itself dates back more than 600 years and also represents the struggle of the Tha...

Bangkok Travel

Bangkok is the First City you should visit if you are going to Asia for the first time. Bangkok City Travel is really easy and well organised - the airport is modern and well connected to the City. Even Taxi rides to Central Bangkok are reasonably pr...

Bangkok Thailand Tour

Because of the traffic problem in Bangkok touring around by tour bus can be a trying experience as more time is spent in the bus than at the interesting sights. The best way to get around is by boat on the Chao Phraya river. Not only does it save tim...

The Thai Royal Grand Palace, Bangkok Thailand

Created by All Thailand Experiences with permission of the Secretary of the King. This city landmark should be the first place on any visitor's itinerary. It is a huge compound on Na Phra Lan Road surrounded by high white walls and occupies an area of...

How To Design A Great Thailand Vacation

Living in Thailand for 20 years I have designed hundreds of tours and vacations that everyone has enjoyed. Now you can design your own with the information below. We will help you. Here is an excellent itinerary with videos of Central to North Thail...

Chiang Mai Thailand City Attractions

The city itself has many wonderful places to see and visit. It's easy to get around by walking, Songteaw, Tuk Tuk or Samlor (peddle taxi).

Chaing Mai Thailand's Warorot Market

One of Chiang Mai's most interesting and easily accessible markets is the Warorot Market, located several blocks north of the Night Bazaar where Changklan Road intersects with Changmoi Road. Parking is nearly impossible, so it's best to arrive via tu...

Chiang Mai Thailand's Weekend Night Markets

While the Night Bazaar has its flashing neon signs advertising the western food chains and merchandise, crowded narrow walkways crammed with hawkers and tourists, the Weekend Bazaars offer a more relaxing experience. Large wide avenues are blocked of...

Doi Suthep Temple in Chiang Mai Thailand

No trip to Chiang Mai would be complete without visiting Wat Phra Thart Doi Suthep; the spectacular Buddhist temple that can be seen, from wherever you happen to be in the city, clinging to the mountainside near the summit of Doi Suthep. Doi Suthep...

Chiang Mai Thailand Night Safari

The safari park is a relaxing and educational facility where families can spend the day, or night, learning first hand about the habits of national, regional and international animal life. The 1,000 or so animals from 200 different species appear to...

The Zoo in Chiang Mai Thailand

An American missionary called Harold Mason Young, who began collecting wild animals during his time teaching the Thai border police forest survival skills, established Chiangmai Zoo. He kept his menagerie in his large garden until it became overcrowd...

More Chiang Mai Thailand City Attractions

Chiang Mai Thailand Arts and Culture Center

Chiang Mai City Arts and Culture Center and Museum, Chiang Mai Thailand. The Center and Museum was created to help local people and visitors understand the city's historical importance. It was also created to help discover the people's roots and fos...

Chiang Rai and far North Thailand

Day trips into the country side around Chiang Rai Thailand.

Visit Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai Thailand hill tribe communities

There are centers here in northern Thailand that allow us to define an otherwise non-specific series of mountains and valleys that to most are an enigma. This is true particularly of Chiang Rai and the mountainous area near the Burma border. Seen for...

Visiting Waterfalls in Chiang Rai Thailand

Driving in north Thailand by motorbike or jeep is a most enjoyable activity. Many visitors in Chiang Rai see Mae Salong, Mae Sai, The Golden Triangle, Chiang Saen and Chiang Khong. However, there is more to the Chiang Rai province than those areas....

Popular North Thailand Destinations and Get Aways

A Day Journey from Chiang Mai to Lampang Thailand

Most people visit Lampang by bus, private vehicle or on a group tour. What many do not know is you can go by train through beautiful mountain countryside, which makes getting there a totally different experience.Once you arrive there are several wond...

7 to 10 Day Thailand elephant safari with white water rafting in real jungle rain forest.

This is a real Thailand adventure by elephant, raft, and hiking. You will visit hill tribe villages for the evening and also camping in comfortable tents. You will also see and the largest waterfall in South East Asia. Presented by All Thailand Exper...

Baan Thaton, Chiang Mai Thailand, Rainy Season Paradise

Now that the rainy season is quickly upon us, places with wet sandy beaches and cloudy rainy skies seem less appealing. However, the culture rich mountainous north is at its most attractive time of year. There is a wonderful, scenic, and peaceful pla...

Boat ride on the Mae Kok River in Thailand

One of the most enjoyable things to do while visiting Northern Thailand is to take a "Long-Tail" boat ride. The most popular ride is on the Mae Kok river from Thaton, in far north Chiangmai province, to Chiangrai. Most ride the local bus from the Ch...

Trip to Mae Hong Son and Pai Thailand by vehicle or motorbike

MAE HONG SON is one of the most beautiful areas in Thailand. The province is still 85% forest with rugged mountains and beautiful vistas. The best way to enjoy the Mae Hong Son area is by motorbike or jeep. While most people think this is the area fo...

Tours and Adventures in North Thailand

3 Days Hiking on the highest mountain in Thailand

When it gets too hot to stay in Chiang Mai city, no worries, just go to Doi Inthanon National Park a short 90 kilometers away. Bring a jacket, believe it or not, you will need it. Soon after entering the park gate, the road climbs steeply through a c...

Bird Watching in Thailand at Doi Inthanon National Park

Birdwatching at Doi Inthanon National Park can be a fun and an interesting way to discover nature at a leisurely pace. You can easily cover many kilometers in a day without getting tired because you spend more time looking then walking. You pay more...

A Great 2-Day North Thailand Adventure

If you don't have much time and want to go elephant riding, do a little rafting and spend the night in a traditional hill tribe village... this is the program for you. You can find the details about this trip and many others in Thailand by visiting t...

Chiang Mai Thailand 4-Wheel ATV Adventure

This is a lot of fun for the whole family and often included with our other tours. Since these are half day trips many enjoy elephant riding, lunch then the ATV Adventure in the afternoon.  You will be picked up at your Hotel or guest house in Ch...

2 - 3 Day Thailand Culture, Nature Tour with White Water Rafting

This is an excellent 2 or 3 day trip away from the normal tourist crowds in North Thailand. You will be experiencing Thai and Hill Tribe culture in one of the most beautiful areas in Thailand. You will also enjoy elephant riding in the rain forest an...

More Thailand Adventures

Thailand Jungle Adventure

Trekking through the jungle can be a wonderful experience or it can be a nightmare. If your guide has little or no experience it could be a disaster. The environmental impact of taking people in the jungle must also be taken into consideration. Our...

Thailand rafting and elephant riding safari

This tour offers the best in culture and nature Thailand has to offer combined with a wonderful soft adventure. Only 6 persons will be on each adventure date so you enjoy the best experience possible and not damage the fragile environment. Day 1, T...

Chiang Mai Thailand 4 day Adventure

Here is a real exciting 4 day soft adventure which includes a 4 wheel ATV experience, elephant and ox cart riding, overnight in a Lisu Hill Tribe Village, real white water rafting and an exciting day of flying through trees on cables and pulleys hund...

1 Day Thailand Adventures

These are fun things to do in and around Chiang Mai in just 1 day or less. Great family excursions and for those who have limited time.

1 Day Thailand Elephant Riding Rafting Adventure

This is a great north Thailand experience for those with little time and on a tight budget. Visit hill tribe villages, swim under waterfalls, ride elephants with exciting white water rafting. All in 1 day. This is a joining group tour so you will me...

Zipline Through the Trees in Chiang Mai Thailand

A new adventure thrill open about 60 kilometers East of Chiang Mai in Mae Ao district called Flight of the Gibbon. Here in the National Park, cables have been strung between tall trees up to 80 meters in length and 100 meters above the forest floor....

1 Day Thailand Adventure

This is a great adventure for those with little time and on a tight budget. Elephant Riding, Visiting Hill Tribe Villages, and Bamboo Rafting. Unlike most trekking areas around Chiang Mai, this areas is pristine with real jungle forest. A wonderful...

Thailand Off Road Mountain Biking

Trip Description - Easy downhill, up country ride Biking in the National forest and plantation access dirt road with ruts, rock gardens, mud and sand traps, some steep down hills at times but very manageable. This is a great intro ride to off road m...

Thailand Family Mountain Biking

Trip Description - Easy riding through villages on country roads. All abilities, great for school classes and families with children One of our most popular cross country jungle rides leaving the unexpecting traveler with a long lasting impression o...

Thailand Health and Wellness Tours, Spas, Retreats.

Learn about healthy eating, exercise, fitness, massage, yoga, weight loss management while enjoying the outdoors in Thailand.

Thailand Wellness Travel and Spa Retreat away From The Normal Tourist Crowds.

You will enjoy the beautiful mountains and beaches along with learning to live a healthy lifestyle, Thai culture, massage, yoga and how to cook Thai food. All this with a little soft adventure including elephant riding, hiking in the real rain forest...

Thailand Festivals

The Loi Krathong Festival in Chiang Mai Thailand.

If you like candles placed in colorful paper lanterns, fireworks, beautiful girls in traditional dress, parade floats, lots of food, and parties, do not miss the Loi Krathong festival. Of course, it is much more than this to the Thai people. Read on...

Songkran or the Thai New Year

Songkran, or the Thai New Year, is still the most important of all the Thai festivals and holidays. I usually have loads of friends from other countries to our home and we love to have them participate in all the traditional activities with us. Altho...

The Chiang Mai Thailand Flower Festival

Chiang Mai Flower Festival Parade Every year during the first weekend in February is the Chiang Mai Flower Festival. The city is awash with vibrant colors ranging from the electric orange and lilac colors of the bougainvillea to the velvety blossoms...

Phuket, Krabi, Koh Samui and Southern Thailand

Thailand's beaches and Islands, Phuket, Krabi, Samui

If your looking for Peace and Tranquility on some of the finest beaches in the world you need to look no further then Thailand's wonderful islands. Many people overlook these beaches as they think and are told they are too crowded and highly commerci...

Scuba Diving in Thailand's Beautiful Andaman Sea

Created by All Thailand ExperiencesWe have many dive trips to excellent world class areas for both the expert or beginner lasting from 1 to 10 days. Includes 2 dives per day, lunches, all equipment and PADI professional dive leader, accommodations on...

Deep Sea Sport Fishing In Thailand

You don't need to be an expert angler to enjoy some of the best sport fishing to be found anywhere in the world. Some of our previous clients have never been fishing before and have caught Sailfish, Marlin, Yellow Fin Tuna, Wahoo, Shark and Jackfish....

Island Hopping in Thailand's Andaman Sea

Spend anywhere from 4 to 10 days exploring the many Islands in and around Phuket, Thailand. We have traveled extensively to locate the best beaches and activities available. In Phuket you have a choice of tourist class or 5 star accommodations away f...

Deep Sea Sport Fishing in Thailand

You don't need to be an expert angler to enjoy some of the best sport fishing to be found anywhere in the world. Some of our previous clients have never been fishing before and have caught Sailfish, Marlin, Yellow Fin Tuna, Wahoo, Shark and Jackfish....

Thai Food, Restaurants and Entertainment Tips.

Quick and Easy Authentic Thai Food Recipes

Thailand has a lifestyle the rest of the world could envy. An independent nation founded in 1238, its original name, Sukhothai, means “Dawn of Happiness.” Ever since, the Thai culture and cuisine have been based on pleasure and harmony. It...

A Traditional Khantoke Dinner In Chiang Mai Thailand

Food presented on a Khantoke left Thai Dancer dressed as Andaman below left For an excellent Thai dinning experience, a traditional Lanna Khantoke dinner is a must. Many believe this north Thailand dinner with music and dance was invented for tou...

Finding a good Thai Restaurant in Chiang Mai Thailand

From  food vendors, small street stall, noodle shop or garden restaurant in Chiang Mai Thailand this should help you find the right place with delicious food. You will also learn how to order and eat Thai food along with a review of two of our f...

Chiang Mai Thailand's Live Music Scene

Created by Welcome to Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai Magazine and All Thailand ExperiencesChiang Mai has an exciting nightlife. Live music of all kinds can be found in the city, from classical Thai to jazz, rock, and country. Unlike most pubs in western coun...

Chiang Mai Floating Restaurant in Chiang Mai Thailand

Chiang Mai, Thailand has many great restaurants, but the Chiang Mai Floating Restaurant is my favorite for lunch. If you are not in a rush and want to try excellent Thai dishes in a wonderful atmosphere for an unbelieveable price, this place is for y...

Thai Food, Restaurants and Entertainment Tips.

Thai Fast Food, The wonderful world of Noodles

THE DISCERNING first-time traveller to Thailand might have noticed that, if not officially stated, the Thai national sport is eating well. As well as being bewildered by the variety of food which greets one on Thai luncheon and dinner menus, the trav...

Thailand Accommodations and Lodging Reviews

A Wonderful Bed & Breakfast in Chiang Mai, Thailand

The Nest Bed and Breakfast   This beautiful 8 bedroom Bed and Breakfast is done in traditional Thai Style. Because of its small size personal attention is given to each guest. Children have a large playing area in the courtyard safe from the s...

Rachamankha Resort and Spa in Chiang Mai Thailand

Created by All Thailand Experiences The combination of Lanna art and interior design, and the temple style architecture has created a haven of peace - the kind that penetrates you and touches you heart. This is an ideal hotel for people in need of re...

Country hideaway B&B near Chiang Mai Thailand

Welcome to Dreamcatchers Bed and Breakfast, an exquisite boutique Bed and Breakfast, is here to be your home away from home. Dreamcatchers was developed by a French Canadian lady and is under Thai management. Located in a quiet area on the outskirts...

A Wondeful Garden Resort in Chiang Mai Thailand

Our recommendation is always the Eurasia Chiang Mai hotel and Resort. Not only is it children friendly, but also the price is very inexpensive. Lodging consists of 33 large private colonial style cottages with your own terrace surrounded by exotic f...

Tri Yaan Na Ros Colonial House Chiang Mai Thailand

Tucked away in the old Chiang Mai’s silver-making district off Walai Road is a Thai colonial house named Tri Yaan Na Ros. Here guests can stay in one of only eight rooms available in beautiful Thai style with excellent Thai hospitality. Once yo...

Thai Sports

Articles and videos of sports that are unique to or originated in Thailand.

Thai Boxing, Muay Thai

Created by Welcome to Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai Magazine and All Thailand Experiences The art of Muay Thai has been the country's most popular spectator sport for hundreds of years.. It is unique among other kinds of fighting disciplines in its appr...

Thai style vollyball or Takraw

This is a very thrilling, fast paced game and seeing how the players 'spike' the ball is incredible. With a skillful timed leap, a spiking player will execute a lightning fast bicycle kick that sends the ball rocketing into the opponent's court then...

Cooking Thai Food

How to make Thai Spring Rolls

Thai spring rolls are a favorite at parties or great for a picnic. They are delicious and simple to prepare once you know the proper way. Now you can learn to cook this dish at home using the online videos. In the 2 online videos you will be taught b...

Cooking Thai Fried Noodles, Phad Thai

Thai Fried noodles is a favorite dish for visitors to Thailand. Now you can learn to cook this dish at home using the online video. In the online video you will be taught by Chef Chanrat Karatna, nickname Air, and his staff not only how to cook Thai...

Cooking Thai Food, Green Curry with Chicken, "Gaeng Khiew Waan Gai"

Cooking Thai Green Curry is simple once you see how it is done. In the 2 online videos you will be taught by Chef Chanrat Karatna, nickname Air, and his staff not only how to cook Thai Green Curry but about the ingredients. In the second video you wi...

Cooking Thai Hot and Sour Prawn Soup, Tom Yam Goong

Created by All Thailand ExperiencesThai Hot and Sour Prawn Soup is fast and easy once you learn how it is done. In the 2 online videos you will be taught by Chef Chanrat Karatna, nickname Air, and his staff not only how to cook Thai Hot and Sour Prawn...

Making Thai Chicken and Galangal Coconut Cream Soup.

Thai Chicken and Galangal Coconut Cream Soup doesn't take long to cook. You can replace the chicken with any meat or seafood. Now you can learn to cook this dish at home using the recipe and online video  taught by Chef Chanrat Karatna, nickname...

Cooking Thai Food

How to make Thai Green Papaya Salad, Som Tam

Thai Green Papaya Salad or Som Tam is a favorite for visitors to Thailand.. It is a favorite with Thai girls for lunch. Now you can learn to cook this dish at home using the online videos. In the online video you will be taught by Thai Chef Chanrat K...

cooking Thai Spicy Seafood Soup

Learning to cook Thai Spicy Seafood Soup is easy if you know the proper way to add the ingredients. Now you can learn to cook this dish at home using the online video. In the online video you will be taught by Thai Chef Chanrat Karatna, nickname Air,...

Cooking Thai Stir Fried Chicken with Chilies and Holy Basil.

Stir Fried Chicken with Chilies and Holy Basil, Phad Ga-Praw Gai is a favorite for lunch time meal for the Thai people. It is usually made with minced chicken and served over rice with a hard fried egg on top. Now you can learn to cook this dish at h...

Thailand Shopping Tips

Shopping in Chiang Mai Thailand

Shopping in Thailand can be fun or a nightmare. There are a few things to remember before spending your hard-earned cash. Here are a few guidelines and recommendations to make your shopping experience enjoyable, purchasing high quality products at gr...

Bangkok Hotel Reviews and travel tips

Bangkok Hotel Reviews - Silom and Patpong Nightlife Area

Out of all the places in Bangkok, Silom is where I have my fondest memories. This was where I first began to familiarize myself with this exotic city and started my journey to the culture that I admire so much. The area surrounding Silom is consider...

Short Bangkok Tour

"I've got only got a few days in Bangkok, what do you recommend?" As someone who has lived in and extensively explored Bangkok, Thailand, I have the most helpful advice around and this lens will give you adequate resources to fully enjoy the few day...

Bangkok's Best Budget Hotels

So what is exactly considered "Budget" for a hotel accommodation in Bangkok Thailand? How about a flat screen TV CD/DVD player in your room? Or free daily breakfast? A nice little pool? A fitness center? As a guest in most budget hotels in Bangkok th...

Bangkok by Boat

In the days before Bangkok got paved over with concrete, it was known as the "Venice of the East" because of its vast network of canals or klongs throughout, and the mighty Chao Phraya River snaked through the city. Boats and barges were common trans...

Bangkok Top 10 Nightlife Hotels

It's no big secret. Bangkok has one of the hottest nightlife scenes in the whole of Southeast Asia. From the wild clubs to the subdued jazz bars. There's just so much nightlife activities in Bangkok that I know you will find whatever sui...

Great Thailand Books and Maps

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Lonely Planet Thailand by Joe Cummings

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Quick & Easy Thai: 70 Everyday Recipes by Nancie McDermott

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Encyclopedia of Thai Massage by C. Pierce Salguero

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Fodor's Thailand, 9th Edition (Fodor's Gold Guides) by Fodor's

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Frommer's Thailand (Frommer's Complete) by Charles Agar

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