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Thailand is one of Southeast Asia’s most rewarding destinations, blending golden temples, lively cities, tropical islands, and deeply rooted traditions into a trip that can feel both energizing and restorative. Travelers are drawn to its remarkable variety: the buzz of Bangkok’s street markets and rooftop views, the cultural richness of Chiang Mai and the north, and the white-sand beaches and turquoise waters of islands such as Phuket, Koh Samui, and Krabi. What makes Thailand especially special is how accessible these experiences are—whether you want luxury resorts, backpacker adventures, wellness retreats, unforgettable food, or meaningful encounters with local culture.
Highlights include sampling world-famous Thai cuisine from street stalls and night markets, visiting ornate Buddhist temples, island-hopping by long-tail boat, snorkeling and diving in warm coastal waters, and exploring mountain villages and elephant sanctuaries in the north. For practical travel, plan for hot and humid weather year-round, dress respectfully when entering temples, carry cash for smaller vendors, and use domestic flights or overnight trains to cover long distances efficiently. The cool, dry season is generally the most comfortable time to travel, and booking accommodation early is wise for peak months and major holiday periods.
The best time to visit Thailand is from November to February, when travel interest is strongest and conditions are generally cooler and drier, making sightseeing, beach trips, and outdoor activities more comfortable. January is the peak month based on the popularity data, with December and November also very popular, while the April to September period tends to be less favored due to hotter weather and the rainy season in many regions.
From Krabi, a ferry takes me to the Phi Phi Islands in about two hours. This group of islands is known and popular not least because of 'The Beach'. So far, the tourist masses...
03/15/2020: Beach in the morning, Corona in the evening.
14.03.2020: Everyday life on Koh Yao Noi.
09.03.2020: Bureaucratic errands in Thai style.
Hi everyone Today we treated ourselves to a really cozy day. Once again, we found a cool restaurant, which is actually more like a bar, and had a delicious lunch. The location...
Not really slept due to jet lag, we wake up at around twelve o'clock, still feeling tired. We unpack our backpacks and organize the cabinets. The first geckos dart out of the...
At 7 am, the alarm clock rang. The big day had arrived, the start of our journey together. The excitement and nervousness are building up. With our big backpacks, we head to...
Today we are embarking on a special trip. Yes, we have rented a scooter and are driving about 100 km to the remote national park. And it was worth it. Away from all the tour...
We took a boat from Phuket to Ko Phi Phi. In the afternoon, we walked to the viewpoints and enjoyed the wonderful view of the island. There were also some friendly monkeys on...
A few days ago we were at Kata Beach in Phuket. Our hotel was right on the beach, which was very beautiful and calm. The waves there were also really amazing. Besides Kata...
25/05/19 Today our plan is to visit Krabi, the city that gives its name to the region. After the usual routine: dozing in bed - breakfast - pool - getting ready, we set off on...
17.05.19 After the storm on day 14, we no longer had Wifi in our accommodation. The router literally exploded because a lightning strike hit nearby. Since then, technicians...
Today was excursion day. Whenever I thought of Bangkok, I had the images in mind of small wooden boats in which older Thais sit, paddle around on small rivers, and sell their...
Before my departure, I had decided that I wanted to do something on my trip that I had never done before and would cost me some effort. Well, okay, basically I've been doing...
Okay, so the trip to Bangkok was actually the worst part of my whole journey. Since I missed my bus and the second bus driver gave me the wrong directions, I arrived just before...
Early in the morning, Ben and I headed to the airport. We had already arranged with our accommodation the day before to have breakfast at 5 am. Everything worked out perfectly....
After my two-week break in Germany, I continued to Asia on March 12th. Due to a flight delay in Stockholm, I arrived in Bangkok after a 24-hour journey and was completely...
26th Jan - 1st Feb '19 Paradise exists and we found it!! Morning at Sunrise Beach at 6 o'clock, then a smoothie bowl for breakfast, then another 6 hours at the turquoise beaches...
The last stop of our journey was Bangkok. Admittedly, the city didn't really impress us. There were too many people, stench and dirt on every corner, and an incredibly high...
From Aonang, we first traveled to the island of Koh Tao. We visited the Wat Koh Tao Temple, enjoyed one of the most beautiful sunsets of our trip so far, and indulged in fried...
We spent the last evening in Phuket on Bangla Road, the most famous street for partying. The next morning, we continued by bus to Khao Lak. Upon arrival at the hostel, we went...
15th Dec - 27th Dec '18 This is where we spent the Full Moon Party, Christmas Eve, and Esther's birthday. After not partying for so long, we spent the next few days very slowly...
A palm-fringed, bright white sandy beach and turquoise water await me at Thong Nai Pan. A steep hill separates it into the two sub-beaches Yai and Noi, bordered by small black...
After a 2-day break from blogging, Kathleen took to the keyboard today. Have fun reading: After our little scooter accident on Friday, we were forced to take a mandatory break...
The travel guide says that the family-run Smile Bungalows at the western end of the beach offer true peace and seclusion and are very popular with old hippies and long-term...
16/11/2018: We woke up quite early because Patrick had to go to the airport. So I took him there on the scooter. After that, I went to the Old Town of Phuket again to visit the...
12.10.2018: Starting the day with a view of the sea. Had cupcakes for breakfast at the hostel. Met Patrick from Wuppertal at breakfast. He had just arrived in Phi Phi. Had...
Our first day trip was to one of the most famous attractions in Phuket; the Big Buddha. The statue itself is already a sight to behold, but the view from the mountain down towards...
07.11.2018: By getting plenty of sleep, I managed to feel super again today! Only the noise and murmurs from the mosque next door woke me up briefly in the morning. In the...
For lunch, I had yellow curry with rice. It tasted excellent :).