If you want to take the overnight sleeper train from Bangkok to Chiang Mai there are actually 4 trains to choose from with the following options – 1st class – 2nd class with AC – 2nd class with fan – ladies only. We chose the #13 2nd class overnight train to Chiang Mai. Train 13 […]
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Travel Around Thailand Easily
The best way to get around Thailand cheaply is to travel on Thailand’s inexpensive public transport services such as bus – train – ferry – mini van, and utilize local transport such as songthaews and tuk tuks. It’s possible to explore virtually every corner of Thailand using cheap transport, so if you’re a backpacker or […]
Continue ReadingThailand Deities: Phra Rahu
Phra Rahu is worshiped at many temples throughout Thailand, the most famous of which is Wat Srisathhong in Nakhon Pathom Province. Phra Rahu was formerly a Demon God who the Thais believe took the form of a serpent, these days at temples he takes a more demonic human form. Colored black, with only an upper […]
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Are you often awe struck, bemused, puzzled, or shocked by some of the amazing feats you see in Thailand. How many times have you seen 5 or 6 people on a motorcycle, people transporting what would appear to be the entire contents of their house on a motorcycle ?. How many times have you thought […]
Continue ReadingVile Disgusting Ticks
Thailand’s warm climate, a garden, and mans best friend, I love them all. But so does one of the most detestable, disgusting little creatures I can think of. Yep, ticks love warm weather, gardens, and dogs, they also love to hide behind cupboards, in beds, and handy cracks and crevices in the house. Our dog […]
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