Khon Kaen - Where Most Tourists End Up By Accident
Khon Kaen: The Heart of Isaan (and the Best Place to Eat Sticky Rice with a Side of Culture) Khon Kaen. It’s one of the major cities in Isaan (i.e. northeast Thailand), which means it’s got the hustle and bustle without the tourist traps or beach crowds. A place where som tam (spicy papaya salad) is as essential as air, and the people are friendly, laid-back, and full of humor. It’s not the most famous tourist destination in Thailand, but that’s precisely why you should go. Khon Kaen is all about local flavor, unfiltered experiences, and enough history to make you feel like an expert in ancient civilizations by the time you leave. How to Get There (Without the Drama) By Plane : Khon Kaen has its own airport with flights from Bangkok taking just over an hour. You can score a ticket for 1,000–1,500 THB if you book early enough. Air travel without the need to wonder why you’re still stuck in traffic? Yes, please. By Train : The train ride from Bangkok takes around 8–9 hours. It’s cheap...