Important tips for safe trekking in Thai National Parks
Hiking in Thailand's national parks during the green season offers a beautiful nature experience. However, good preparation is crucial to avoid risks. The Ministry of National Parks shares important guidelines for trekkers, such as health requirements, necessary equipment and rules of conduct. Follow these advice to enjoy Thailand's breathtaking landscapes and rich biodiversity safely and responsibly.
Interesting sights in Tak province
Tak is a province in northwestern Thailand, bordering Myanmar. The province is known for its beautiful natural attractions, historical sites and cultural experiences.
Does air conditioning make sense in an L-shaped room?
I read something on this blog about air conditioners and wasted money in a rectangular room. Our future living room is L-shaped, dining area and lounge integrated, do we install 2 smaller air conditioners or how do we solve that practically?
Lianas and Hidden Waterfalls: A Jungle Trekking Adventure in Thailand (Reader Submission)
Imagine a place where nature is at its wildest, where the greenery touches the sky and adventure lurks around every corner. Known for its beautiful beaches and majestic temples, Thailand also hides a world of untouched jungle waiting to be explored. Our journey began in mystical Chiang Mai, the gateway to the unknown, where we prepared for a trek that would take us into the heart of this breathtaking wilderness.
Thailand in March: Temperatures are starting to rise!
It can be said that with the month of March, the hot period has arrived throughout Thailand. Temperatures of about 30-40°C are then even possible. What kind of activities are you going to do with that heat? Perhaps lying on the beach, but wait there is much more to experience in the month of March.
Generals who called the shots: Sarit Thanarat
Today, please pay attention to Field Marshal Sarit Thanarat, who took power in Thailand on September 17, 1957 with the support of the army. Although it was not immediately apparent, this was much more than just another coup in a row in a country where the officers had played a key role in the political and economic life of the nation for decades. The overthrow of the regime of former Field Marshal Phibun Songkhram marked a turning point in Thai political history whose echoes reverberate to this day.
Generals who called the shots: Phin Choonhavan
Today I take a moment to reflect on one of the most enigmatic figures in Thai politics, Marshal Phin Choonhavan. The man holds the record of Thailand's shortest-serving prime minister: he held this position from November 8 to 10, 1947, but his and his family's influence was hardly equal in the Land of Smiles.
Jungle tour in Soppong (Mae Hong Son)
If you want to be surprised by an authentic Northern Thai experience, a trip north from Chiang Mai to Soppong is recommended.