Tag: thailand
-
Where to Stay in Huai Khwang, Bangkok
Best Hotels in Huai Khwang, Bangkok Recently, a good friend of mine asked for hotel recommendations for his first trip to Bangkok, Thailand. He wanted a decent-quality hotel. Doesn’t want to spend a lot of money. A nice buffet breakfast included in the room rate would be nice, but not important. I had good news…
-
Filing Extension for NON-Immigrant O Visa During COVID-19
Here’s What to Do If You’ve Got a Non-Immigrant O Visa Based on Marriage in Bangkok… I have Thai Non-Immigrant O visa based on marriage to a Thai wife. And April 15th, 2020 was the date I needed head to exit Thailand and return to reactivate another 90 days. But… because there’s this COVID-19 mess…
-
How is the Virus Affecting Thailand (Is it Safe?)
HOW SAFE IS THAILAND REALLY? Should I Still Visit – Here’s My Short Answer Assuming that your plane ticket and hotels are non-refundable and you’re planning to visit Thailand between April to July, I think you’ll be fine. As long as you don’t have any serious pre-existing health conditions such as a compromised immune system…
-
Veranda Resort Hua Hin Cha Am Review
A LITTLE FAR FROM HUA HIN CITY CENTER… BUT IT’S REALLY NICE… Last week my wife and I traveled to Hua Hin with a couple of her friends visiting from the UK. Because we prefer staying at hotels and resorts near beaches in Hua Hin we did a little bit of searching. This time we…
-
The Must Visit Spots in Chatuchak Weekend Market
The Quick Guide to Bangkok’s Chatuchak Weekend Market if You’re Short on Time… If you want to check out Chatuchak (or Jatujak also JJ Market; Thai: จตุจักร) in Bangkok and you don’t have a lot of time, I’m going to show you where you should go to pick up unique Thai handmade souvenirs, eat delicious…
-
Where to Stay in Bangkok for Your First Epic Visit in Thailand
5 Best Areas in Bangkok for First Time Visitors – With Recommended Bangkok Hotels 2026 If you’ve never traveled to Thailand before and want to know where the best areas to stay in Bangkok (กรุงเทพมหานคร) for your first visit, then you’ve come to the right place. With a decade of experience in Bangkok under my…
-
Damnoen Saduak Floating Market and Maeklong Railway Train Market
Half Day Trip to Two of Bangkok’s Nearest Tourist Attractions – Damnoen Saduak and Maeklong Market Finally, I went somewhere in Thailand I’d thought I’d never visit. It was a half day tour of Damnoen Saduak Floating Market (ตลาดน้ำดำเนินสะดวก ราชบุรี) and Maeklong Railway Train Market a.k.a. Umbrella Pulldown Market (ตลาดร่มหุบ). It’s a perfect combination as…
-
AWA Resort Review in Koh Chang, Thailand
AWA Resort Koh Chang Review It’s been a long while since I’ve written a hotel review in Thailand. So I’m super excited to share my experience staying at AWA Resort Koh Chang. My wife and I were planning to drive from Bangkok to Koh Chang for a week. And her friend from the island said…
-
Best Budget Hotels and Hostels to Stay Near JJ Weekend Market in Bangkok
JJ (Chatuchak) Weekend Market is such a popular area in Bangkok that I often get asked where the best budget hotels and hostels are located near one of the most famous shopping destinations in the city. In this post, I’ll give you my picks of the best and well reviewed hostels and hotels near JJ…
-
Things to Do Near Chatuchak Weekend Market You Might Enjoy
Guide on Things to Do Around Chatuchak Weekend Market You Might’ve Never Known About If you’ve visited Chatuchak Weekend Market (a.k.a Jatujak, also JJ Market จตุจักร) more than a few times you’ve probably become too familiar with one of Bangkok’s most famous shopping attractions. And by now, maybe it’s boring. That’s why I listed 5 points of…
