Welcome to Thailand Awaits

From idyllic offshore islands and mountain villages to the frenetic streets and canals of Bangkok – let us help you find your Thailand.

On Thailand Awaits you will find everything you need to plan your trip to Thailand.
Written by locals and passionate visitors and designed by travel experts, we give you all the information and tips you need to make travel to Thailand easy!

What’s New on Thailand Awaits

We have pulled together our best local advice, whether you want to discover the highlights of Bangkok, Chiang Mai, or Phuket, find delicious eats, or learn more about multi-day trips that explore Thailand’s northern or southern heritage we have you covered.

MBK Bangkok Hotel – Should You stay at the…

MBK Bangkok Hotel – Should You stay at the…

Have you heard about the famous MBK Bangkok Hotel that shoppers fall in love with? The Pathumwan Princess Hotel…

Chiang Mai Wualai Night Markets

Ultimate Chiang Mai Market Guide 2023

Heading to Thailand’s Northern capital, well, our Chiang Mai Market Guide is required reading! Chiang Mai is home to…

Kanchanaburi River Kwai train station Thailand

Kanchanaburi from Bangkok: Tips for a hassle-free journey [2023]

We think visiting Kanchanaburi from Bangkok is a must for anyone travelling to Thailand. With its unique blend of…

Haad Rin Beach koh pha nghan

How to Travel From Koh Samui to Koh Phangan…

Wondering how to get to Koh Phangan? As two islands separated by twenty kilometers of ocean, getting from Koh…

jungle Bubbles Chiang Mai

A Unique Sleep: Jungle Bubble Lodge, Anantara Golden Triangle…

This Anantara Golden Triangle review by Australian travel writer John Borthwick will have you planning a visit to the…

SkyTrain on Sukhumvit Road Bangkok

A Beginner’s Guide to Sukhumvit Road, Bangkok’s Boulevard of…

Travellers to Bangkok head to Sukhumvit Road often knowing very little about it other than it’s second only to…

42 Bangkok Tips For First Timers: Must Read Guide

42 Bangkok Tips For First Timers: Must Read Guide

About to take your first trip to Bangkok? These Bangkok tips for first timers will help you get started…

Traveling concept with travel items and blank cell phone on wooden desktop.

Choose the Best eSIM for Thailand: Everything You Need…

When it comes to looking for the best eSIM for Thailand, you’ll find a multitude of options available that…

Asian elephant in Thailand

7 Ethical Elephant Sanctuaries in Thailand: A Guide for…

Choosing an ethical elephant sanctuary in Thailand is not easy to do and if you are someone who is…

Thai words

Simple Thai words and phrases for traveling in Thailand

Being able to say some simple Thai words and phrases will help you connect with locals more easily. When…

Money with a snatched water bottle, Chiang Rai, Thailand

Can You Drink the Water in Thailand?

If you’re planning a trip to the Land of Smiles, you find yourself wondering if you can drink the…

blue sky and blue ocean are on the back of Phuket Big Buddha statue.white Phuket big Buddha is the one of landmarks on Phuket island.

12 Best Places to visit in Thailand for first-timers

So you are planning to visit Thailand, great decision, but which are the best places to visit in Thailand…