Bangkok’s Parks: A Guide to 6 of the City’s Top Green Spaces

Wild swamp area of the large Benchakitti park in the modern Bangkok center.

The green urban oasis offered by Bangkok’s parks is not the first thing that pops into mind when you think of this vibrant metropolis. Most visitors are happily surprised to find the city has a significant number of beautiful outdoor green spaces, filled with lush plantings and pretty lakes. From the brand new Central Forest … Read more

Top Picks: The Must-See Chiang Mai Temples for First-Time Visitors

Wat Phra That Doi Suthep

Chiang Mai is home to over 300 important temples, beautiful temples, and falling-down-in-disrepair Buddhist temples. In fact, north Thailand has the most in all the country, but the truth is very few visitors will have time to visit more than a handful. Like visitors to Rome tired of churches and cathedrals, it’s pretty easy to … Read more