Thailand - The Good, The Bad & The Ugly

Kamphaeng Phet: Ruins, Rice, and the Slowest Vibe You’ve Ever Felt You know Ayutthaya? Yeah, this is her introverted cousin who lives up north, doesn’t care about popularity, and still somehow looks amazing in the golden hour. Kamphaeng Phet has UNESCO-level ruins, chill riverfront scenes, and almost zero tourists , which is great for your peace of mind and terrible for your TikTok numbers. How to Get There By Bus From Bangkok’s Mo Chit Terminal. Duration: 5–6 hours Fare: 250–400 THB depending on whether your bus has a working toilet or just hopes and dreams. By Car About 4.5–5 hours from Bangkok if you don’t stop for every noodle shop and gas station snack along the way. Flat highways, decent roads, and occasional buffalo crossings. Classic Thai road trip. By Train Spoiler: there’s no station in Kamphaeng Phet itself. Closest train station: Nakhon Sawan or Phitsanulok, then a bus or van to KP. This route is for people who enjoy puzzles and unnecessary detours. Or those who are on an...

Thailand Travel Itinerary: The Grand Two-Month Adventure (With a Dash of Chaos and Mild Sunburn) Start: Bangkok (5 Days)   Your gateway into Thailand! Start strong with temples, tuk-tuks (or Grabs ), and an excessive amount of street food. Brave the floating markets, attempt to navigate Chatuchak Market without getting lost (impossible), and sweat profusely while pretending it's all part of the charm.   Moving on: Ayutthaya (2 Days) → Lopburi (2 Days) → Sukhothai (2 Days)   Train to Ayutthaya , where history oozes from every ancient ruin (along with humidity). Move on to Lopburi by train, home of the legendary monkeys who WILL steal your food (and possibly your dignity). Then, take a bus to Sukhothai for more stunning ruins, imagine Angkor Wat’s smaller, underrated sibling.   The north: Phrae (2 Days) → Lampang (2 Days) → Chiang Mai (7 Days)   Roll into Phrae by bus, a town so peaceful that even your travel stress takes a break. Then,...

Visiting Ayutthaya: A Useful Guide to Day Trips and Overnight Stays Welcome, fellow travelers, to the ultimate guide on visiting Ayutthaya, the ancient capital of Siam, now a UNESCO World Heritage site. Whether you're planning a quick day trip or a leisurely overnight stay, Ayutthaya offers a blend of historical charm and modern convenience. So, let's dive into what makes this city a must-visit, with a touch of humor to keep things light. Why Visit Ayutthaya? Ayutthaya is like that one friend who's always posting about their amazing past on social media. You know, the one who peaked in high school? Except, in this case, "high school" was the 14th to 18th centuries, and Ayutthaya was one of the world's largest and most cosmopolitan urban areas, a center of global diplomacy and commerce. Now, it's a stunning display of ancient ruins and temples that will make your Instagram feed shine. Getting to Ayutthaya From Bangkok: Train : The most scenic and budget...