Over recent months there have been an increasing number of iPhone apps that have been released in the Thai language. Which is obviously great for local people. Some of the apps are even bilingual which opens them up to a wider market. However, a pet peeve of mine at the moment are the companies producing two different apps; one …
Designed for lovers of Thai Food, particularly for those travelling or living in Thailand. You will be able to confidently order from non tourist restaurants that don’t have an english menu or any english speaking staff. Simply show the waiter the photo & name in…
A main road, taken this year, not 15 years ago, honest! Darkest Isan (where decent thais fear to tread), Part Twelve I’ve been in Isan a month now and sadly it’s time to leave. My trip had taken a definite downturn, the last three places I visited didn’t over impress me, Nong Khai, Udon and Khon Kaen were everything I came…
Thai Going Out is an application for users to look for places to visit in their local area. The points of interest include: shopping, eating out, cinema, sport clubs, and convenience stores. Thai Going Out is another free iPhone app produced by the team…
Recently I was in Bonn which was clouded most of the days. Then suddenly on 16th January, the sky cleared. From the bridge over the Rheine, I snapped the restaurant opposite the Hilton Hotel, bathed in morning light. Thai food in Bonn is also available in multi-cusine restaurants. Related posts: Visiting a Thai Restaurant 05 Late this afternoon I…
Darkest Isan (where decent thais fear to tread), Part Four. Once upon a time people came to Thailand because it was off the beaten track, later people came because it was on the beaten track, nowadays it’s so easy to travel Thailand makes the beaten…
It’s a Nun’s Life. Thailand and Myanmar, a comparison “Buddhism’s not really for Women…………. they can’t make merit.” As Lo Win my Burmese Buddhism sceptical motorcycle taxi driver I hired for the day in Mandalay put it, while I snapped the…
Darkest Isan (where decent thais fear to tread), Part Five Leaving Buriram and southern Isan it was time to head north towards the centre of the region and Dinosaur country. Kalasin is famous for having not only the most Dinosaurs in…
With daily return flights starting at just £48 (2400 baht, low season, booked well in advance) from Air Asia, Yangon now counts as a viable excursion/visa run from Bangkok. This fact hasn’t gone unnoticed by locals either; I met dozens of Thais…
pathongko with nam tao hoo Recently I gave myself the challenge of only eating Thai street food for a period of 30 days. This might seem like heaven and such an easy task to do, but in reality it was difficult and…
Discover the best of Thailand on your iPhone. Whether you’re planning a visit or just interested in finding out more about Thailand, this free application will give you an overview of the Kingdom’s highlights. Explore Thailand’s top 50 experiences, from ancient temples and pristine beaches to outdoor adventures and world-class luxury, all on a simple and easy interface…
Sometimes, the best way to discover a city is through eating and drinking. EAT DRINK BKK is ideal for those looking for great food & drinks in Bangkok. Drop the guidebook and get locally-approved reviews of the best eats and drinks in Bangkok on-the-go with this application. Eat and…
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