One of my passions is boats and canals. During my youth in the UK, my parents often took us on canal boat holidays during the summer. So, even today, even though I don’t as yet own a boat (one day maybe), I love exploring the canals and doing boat tours whenever I can. So, I […]
One of the most well known political street artists in Thailand is Headache Stencil. Like Banksy, he likes to remain anonymous as much as he can. He told Khaosod, “I started calling myself Headache Stencil because I knew what I did is going to cause people headaches. I’ve been a troublemaker since I was a […]
There’s no doubt in my mind that connecting with the natural world and coexisting with nature when I travel gives my trips a greater sense of purpose and makes them far more meaningful than a tour of a popular tourist destination. For me, travel is an escape, but it’s also a way to reconnect with […]
Today I’m at the Department of Disease Control to apply for my yellow vaccine passport which I will use for international travel. I’m applying at the office in Nonthaburi, but you can also apply at your local health office or provincial hospital. This THREAD gives you the steps. [2/6] I made an appointment to apply […]
Today, the Living Abroad series takes us to the United Arab Emirates where we meet Jay, a Canadian expat who lives in Abu Dhabi with her husband, Joe, and their two children. Here, we talk about the challenges of learning Arabic, popular snack foods (ever hear of luqaimat?), and how living in Abu Dhabi has […]
Of all places you’ve been to, which ones do you feel you’ve actually taken the time to explore fully? Slow travel is not about moving from one point to another but immersing yourself in another culture. It is a way of travelling, characterized not by the number of places visited, but by the opportunity to […]
Wine is a tipple like no other, its subtle notes of flavour tell the whole story of a region; its climate, its heritage, and the passion of the winemakers working to hone their craft. From France to Chile, almost every country in the world has vineyards with their own distinctive wine blends. Want to plan […]
It’s always good to see some historical landmarks still remaining in Bangkok. This structure in front of Central Embassy used to be one of six boundary markers on the land owned by Nai Lert. This is the information about it from the plaque: In 1909, Phraya Bhakdinoraseth (Lert Sreshthaputra) bought a vast plot of land […]
In today’s day and age, running a successful business without any form of online presence is almost impossible. Whether you’re looking to promote a financial institution, a travel agency, or something more niche like a molecular diagnostic company — you’ll need to need to advertise online and one of the best ways to get instant […]
I was really happy to be invited to have lunch with the new British Ambassador last week at his private residence. This follows my tour of the new embassy in AIA Sathorn Tower a few months back. I find these informal meetings with ambassadors, and consular staff, very important to get to know each other and to […]
Can you believe that this is in Bangkok? This is Bang Khun Thian district which goes all the way to the sea. There’s a new cycle path here which we explored at the weekend. You can rent bicycles for only 30 Baht from the local museum. You can also do boat trips. Map for bicycle […]
The latest park to open in Bangkok is also going to be its largest once it is finished. This is Benjakitti Forest Park which is located next to the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center. You may already know Benjakitti Park which has a jogging and cycling track around a large lake. Well, this new extension […]
This weekend I am exploring the coastline from Samut Prakan to Samut Sakhon with my friends @chilipastetour and @DavidLuekens. There’s a new road along Sapphasamit Canal that now goes all the way. My map notes for this trip are here: thailandphotomap.com/exploring-the-… If you switch to a satellite image, you can see that the coastline is […]
If you are a travel addict and looking to buy a new car for a long-distance road trip there are a few things to consider. Keep in mind that there are a number of options to finance the purchase of a vehicle, even if you don’t have the cash in the bank, but don’t fall […]
Washington D.C is a beautiful city with many opportunities for professionals. The city is also the nation’s capital and full of amazing monuments, further adding to its charm. With such a strong economy and beautiful architecture, it’s no wonder why so many people are looking for Washington D.C apartments and homes for sale. However, the […]