Koh Kret is a small island in the middle of the Chao Phraya River, about an hour’s drive or boat ride away from Bangkok’s city centre. It is a man-made island constructed in the 1800s as part of the King’s Canal building project, which aimed to shorten the distance travelled along the river. Historically, the…
The Chao Phraya River in Bangkok might not be the longest, widest, or most famous river in the world, but it might just be one of the most culturally important to its home state and city. Background and History of the Chao Phraya River The river is approximately 372 kilometers long, which is about 231…
Table of Contents Toggle How They Met On Tinder A Nine Year Long Distance Connection Planning A First Meeting In Thailand What To Expect From The Relationship How They Met On Tinder I am Italian and I have been living and working abroad in several central European countries for the past 15 years. I recently…
Thailand is becoming more expensive and more complicated for visitors in 2026. Thailand Airport Passenger Service Charge Thailand’s international airport Passenger Service Charge is 1,120 Thai Baht from June 20, 2026, up from 730 Thai Baht. The charge is included in international air tickets, so travelers may notice the increase when comparing fares. For anyone…
One of the most beautiful things that you can do these days when you are in Bangkok is to go out after sunset. Going out during the daytime is nearly impossible because the weather is super hot, unless you are going to spend it at the mall, which is not a good idea. We are…
Airport Taxi from Suvarnabhumi to Pattaya I just arrived from a domestic flight, exactly from Samui. After one hour, I have a taxi to Pattaya. The process is very easy and the price is very affordable. As I said, I booked it online yesterday. You just have to go to the website Soy Taxi. It’s…
They say Bangkok without nightlife is like a cake without cream. Do you agree with that? Honestly, I’m pretty sure most of you do. Bangkok is massive when it comes to nightlife. Each place has its own vibe, style, and budget level. Most nightlife is concentrated in a few famous areas like Sukhumvit, Silom, Sathon,…
There was something that made the island of Phuket feel very special. As soon as I arrived there, I knew it was different. The sort of place that was for me. I was there at the time back in 2008 with my then wife and our two children. We always considered ourselves to be the…
Bangkok Cost of Living in 2026 We had already spent around 150 Thai Baht before properly starting the day. Many people now say Bangkok, and Thailand generally, is getting more expensive.\r\n\r\nI first came to Thailand in 2010 or 2011, and I remember clearly that one Australian dollar got me 30 Thai Baht. Grocery Shopping and…