My top picks for discerning travelers to Thailand’s Pearl of the South.
Destinations
15 April 2022
Planning My Cross Country Road Trip
I can’t believe the time has finally come for my big cross country road trip! My dog was staying with my parents back in Michigan while I was in Asia for the winter, and I decided to take a leisurely…
11 April 2022
Staying at The Series Resort in Khao Yai
One of the things that I most liked about Khao Yai is that it’s relatively untouched still by commercial tourism. You’re not likely to see any big chains, or even regional ones for that matter, unless you’re looking. Instead, a patchwork quilt of little independent businesses weave their way through the palm trees and winding mountain roads. The best of those, I think, is The Series Resort.
Bangkok is a city that is no stranger to luxury, and with a city this big there’s quite literally something perfect for every taste and need. After returning dozens of times to visit my family there, I’ve been able to…
If I hadn’t been there myself, I’d say Khao Yai is too good to be true. Lush rainforests, wild elephants, towering waterfalls, cool breezes, cool coffee shops, and breezy vineyards are just some of the things I found during my…
If you’re researching places to stay in Bangkok, chances are you’ve come across the Kimpton Maa-Lai. It’s one of Bangkok’s newest hotel openings, and is an anchor establishment in Langsuan’s swanky new Sindhorn Village development. It’s location is just a…
During my recent visit to the city, I experienced a Bangkok that was already a bit sleepier and slower than normal due to the lockdown restrictions. However, this unexpected turn of events allowed me to discover a different side of the city.
If you’re looking to get off the well trodden path and check out some smaller wineries that are mostly natural and mostly family run, then you’ll love this list of my Napa Valley favourites.
During my trip to Phuket, there was one bucketlist item we I had been dreaming of: Koh Phi Phi. Wanting to avoid the crowds, we booked the earliest departure we could find. We woke up well before the crack of…
Nestled amongst the swaying palms and blooming jasmine in the southernmost reaches of Phuket, Amatara Wellness Resort offers an unforgettable experience for those who make the journey.
