When living in a foreign country, it’s more important than ever to get a workout in. There’s just too many other things going on around you to keep putting it off “for later,” and all too often you sacrifice health getting carried away with the locals or the other travelers.

I finally found my way into what seemed like a mirage for so long in my corner of the woods—an authentic German microbrewery smack dab in the middle of Chiang Mai, Thailand’s cultural center. I wanted to pop in many times but every time I drove by it just looked too dead to make it worth the time. Well, last night I decided I was no way going to let […]

What To Expect From A Trek In Thailand
If you are in the process of planning your next Thailand holiday, why not consider going for a guided trek starting in one of the popular northern destinations famed for trekking, such as Chiang Rai, Chiang Mai and Pai. Trekking companies offer a wide range of trips, suitable both for the beginner and advanced explorer. Some of these treks are self-guided, meaning you […]

No trip to Thailand is complete without watching a traditional muay thai bout. Two opponents circle in the ring. A blistering heat upon the crowd. The punishing sound of flesh upon flesh—bone upon bone. “Oy! Oy!” Another arching elbow has found its mark.

Thailand lives and breathes muay thai, and it’s simply a must experience if you ever step onto this […]

Nightlife in Chiang Mai is world class, yet most visitors never see the venues worth seeing. Follow the usual tourist trail first, and then go see one of these clubs, and you will get an idea of how different Chiang Mai is to those who know where to go.

Two different worlds exist here–you just have to decide which you want to experience. Here is […]