Phuket's old town center is well worth a visit. In this video you can see why.

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Chinatown in Bangkok (video)

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April 16, 2024

One of the most popular sights in Bangkok is Chinatown, the historic Chinese district. This lively neighborhood runs along Yaowarat Road to Odeon Circle, where a large Chinese gate marks the entrance to the Ong Ang Canal.

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If someone is planning to buy a condo, house or villa in a coastal Thai town that is fairly close to Bangkok, he is faced with the question of choosing Hua Hin or Pattaya.

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Although much has been written about Bangkok, it is always surprising to discover new points of view. For example, the name Bangkok is derived from an old existing name at this place 'Bahng Gawk' (บางกอก). Bahng (บาง) means place and Gawk (กอก) means olives. Bahng Gawk would have been a place with many olive trees.

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Hua Hin was once the first seaside resort in Thailand and is located on the Gulf of Thailand. The royal family has a palace there and loved to stay in Hua Hin. The city was already the destination for Royalty and high society in Thailand 80 years ago. Even today, Hua Hin still retains the charm of a cosmopolitan coastal destination.

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If you live and work in Bangkok or just stay there for a longer period of time, you sometimes need to escape the hustle and bustle of the Thai capital. Singha Travel and Coconuts TV sent a journalist on a weekend trip to Ayutthaya and wrote down some nice ideas.

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Those looking for a fun and cheap day trip can escape the hectic pace of Bangkok with a slow train to the fishing village of Mahachai.

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Chiang Rai is a small town in northern Thailand. This place is surprisingly popular among tourists, both Thai and Western, and for good reason.

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Bangkok, the Venice of the East

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February 16 2024

Whoever visits Bangkok should definitely get acquainted with the 'river of kings', the Chao Phraya, which meanders through the city like a snake.

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Visit Ayutthaya (video)

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February 14 2024

Ayutthaya is the ancient capital of Siam. It is located 80 km north of the current capital of Thailand. The ancient capital is an excellent destination for a trip from Bangkok.

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Almost everyone who has traveled in Asia has been there. Whether for a transfer or a city trip of a few days: Bangkok. The Thai capital is home to the total population of the Netherlands and can therefore be quite intimidating on a first visit. Are you going to Bangkok soon? Then read the tips, tricks and to do's.

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The name Surat Thani literally means 'city of the good people' and is nowadays mainly known as the gateway to the beautiful south of Thailand.

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The province of Krabi and southern Thailand on the Andaman Sea is home to more than 130 islands. The beautiful national parks and pristine beaches are interspersed with jagged rock formations of lush limestone.

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The Baiyoke Tower II is an imposing building with its 304 meters (328 if you include the antenna on the roof). The Baiyoke Sky Hotel, which is housed in the skyscraper, is even one of the 10 tallest hotels in the world.

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Chiang Mai is a city that appeals to the imagination. With its rich history, breathtaking nature and unique cuisine, it is a place where tradition and modernity merge. This city in Northern Thailand offers an unforgettable mix of adventure, culture and culinary discoveries, leaving every visitor enchanted. Discover what makes Chiang Mai so special.

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7 special facts about Bangkok

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January 9 2024

Bangkok is a city that truly lives and breathes, and it's hard not to get excited when you're there. It is a place where the past and the present coexist. You can walk through ancient temples, surrounded by the noise and energy of a modern metropolis. It's like traveling through time just walking through the streets.

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Chiang Mai & Mae Hong Son

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January 7 2024

Beautiful Chiang Mai is located 750 kilometers north of Bangkok, you can fly there in an hour. The inhabitants of the city and the province of the same name have their own culture that differs in many ways from that in the rest of the country.

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