by Greg Jorgensen Thais are serious about having fun and enjoying life, a trait that is best seen in the many and varied festivals that go on throughout the year. From waterlogged street parties to raucous fireworks displays, to solemn candle-lit meditation, there’s a festival for every mood! Here are five of our favorites: Chinese [...]
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Blue Elephant Cooking School Podcast
April 23rd, 2012 
Scott Coates Have a listen to our latest Planet Asia Podcast to learn about Thai food, Thai cooking, cooking courses and the intricacies of creating world-class dishes. Smiling Albino Project Coordinator Trevor Ranges chats with Khun Nooror Somany Steppe, chef extraordinaire and founder of Blue Elephant, one of Bangkok’s most famous Thai restaurants. With locations across the [...]
Motorbiking in Thailand: Why Thailand is one of the Best Motorcycle Touring Countries in the World.
April 3rd, 2012 admin Smiling Albino Co-Founder Daniel Fraser talks with Trevor Ranges about motorbiking in Thailand, including the excellent selection of bikes available, the scenic roads Daniel has discovered, and the unforgettable experiences that await future guests on one of Similing Albino’s great motorbike adventures!
Talad Khlong Lad Mayom: A Unique Bangkok Market
February 28th, 2012 Scott Coates Having the parents in town is a great reason to check off things on the ‘To Do’ list. Although I’ve lived in Bangkok for more than 12 years it’s somewhat surprising that I still have such a list, but that’s one of the terrific things about Bangkok – there’s always something new to experience. The [...]
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Tags: Culture, Floating markets, Food, Markets, Shopping, Thai Food, Transport 
1 Comment »Chiang Mai vs. Chiang Rai
February 10th, 2012 admin Should I travel to Chiang Mai or Chiang Rai? Most travelers to Thailand have heard of Chiang Mai; fewer have heard of its northern neighbor Chiang Rai. Each of Thailand’s 76 provinces has a capital city of the same name, so Chiang Rai and Chiang Mai are both provinces and urban centers. So even those [...]
