Thailand: Popular with Locals
Here's our list of traveler recommendations in Thailand tagged as 'Popular with Locals' . Click 'X' to remove this filter and browse all of our top local travel recommendations.
Up the River Without a Paddle at the Bangkok Floating Markets
I was at the floating markets the other day, and saw two couples pay 5,000B between them for a one hour boat ride around the Damnoen Saduak Floating Market. I was saddened. Editor’s Note: This ... Continue Reading »
3 Popular Sports in Thailand
As is well known, rock climbing, cliff jumping, swimming, snorkeling, spelunking, trekking, kayaking, scuba diving and countless other sporting activities are all popular in different parts of ... Continue Reading »
4 Best Campgrounds in Thailand
Natural beauty and affordability combine to make tent camping in Thailand a popular recreation with native schoolchildren, families, and international backpackers alike. With more than 70 ... Continue Reading »
Celebrating the Thai New Year with Songkran
The Songkran Festival that coincides annually with the Thai New Year is, among other things, a no holds barred water fight that has left many an unsuspecting tourist scrambling to find a towel. ... Continue Reading »
Craziness on Koh Phangan – The Full Moon Party
Famous with the backpacker set since the mid-1980s, the monthly Full Moon Party held on the island of Koh Phangan in Thailand is the stuff of legend. Begun by an impromptu group of less than 50 ... Continue Reading »
Great spot to pick up knock -off items!
Buy your pucci(gucci) wallets and other knock-offs in the markets located in phuket on the main beach. Must see for all your travel gifts fro fsmily and friends back home. Continue Reading »
Sangkhlaburi
Situated off the beaten path in a corner of Kanchanaburi Province near Myanmar, the sights in and around Sangkhlaburi are under-appreciated as Thai destinations go. One reason for this may be the ... Continue Reading »
Sporting Events in Thailand
Serious sportsman the world over probably don’t need to be told about the following international events taking place in Thailand , but travelers to the area would be remiss if they vacationed in ... Continue Reading »
Chinese New Year in Bangkok
The 2012 New Year’s celebration is over. But for 1.4 billion Chinese in China, they are just starting the process of preparing for the Chinese New Year on January 23, 2012. Editor’s Note: This ... Continue Reading »
Festival Calendar in Bangkok
Thailand’s capital city is teeming with cultural activities and interesting events. Even if you show up in Bangkok and strike out on your own in pretty much any direction, you’re likely to ... Continue Reading »
Pounding Muay Thai Action
With a history dating back over 500 years, Muay Thai is a fast and furious form of kickboxing that is sure to get the heart pumping - even as a spectator! ... Continue Reading »
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