Trips & Treks for the Thrifty Traveller
Pai has to be one of my favourite places in all of Thailand. Nestled in a valley on the banks of a river in the mountains of Northern Thailand, it has a peaceful, laid-back atmosphere which differs hugely from the islands and beaches in the south of the country. The area boasts incredible views; lush rice paddies, waterfalls, canyons, hot… Read More
I like to think of myself as a bit of an expert when it comes to packing for Southeast Asia! I absolutely adore this part of the world and have spent quite a lot of time there over the years. And I definitely intend to keep going back! Although I’ve travelled in Hong Kong, China, Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam, Laos and… Read More
There are many ways to get around Thailand, but one of the most adventurous has to be the train between Bangkok and Chiang Mai. If you are visiting Northern Thailand, you will most likely either start or end your journey back in Bangkok. You could catch a flight, which is by far the quickest way to travel, but is also… Read More
When you’re travelling around Asia, particularly South East Asia, you may find yourself thinking about scooter rental. When everyone else is zooming around the streets and there are rental options everywhere, why would you want to walk, right? But, even if you’re experienced in riding a scooter or moped at home, there are a few things you need to be… Read More
Updated September 20, 2020 If you’re visiting Chiang Mai on your Thailand trip, you can’t miss an excursion out to Pai as well. It’s an idyllic mountain town with a chilled, hippie vibe and if you find me someone who only went there for a few days and didn’t extend their stay or wish that they could, I’ll be surprised…. Read More
