Tag: thailand
On the architecture of shelter, and of local wood
Siam, Ayutthaya Thailand, houses.
A shelfful of Free books for May
We are participating in group promos in May
On the accuracy of dates, and of historical details
Sengoku Japan, Ayutthaya Thailand, getting the details right.
The intoxicating atmosphere of the past
Exploring the sensory details of late Sengoku Japan, from the smell of cedar to the weight of a matchlock.
Roi Et stole my heart: 3 days in Thailand’s underrated Isaan city
After wrapping up my first Isaan journey, I knew it wouldn’t be my last. A few months later, I found myself booking a last‑minute trip during Chinese New Year – and this time, my destination wasn’t Udon Thani or Khon Kaen, but Roi Et. A place most international travelers have never heard of… yet. Why...
Skydeck to Save One: Exploring Nakhon Ratchasima (Korat)
In October 2024, I decided to explore Isaan. Although I knew many people from eastern Thailand and had visited the country more than 20 times, I had never explored the countryside of Thailand's far east. Following my personal rule that "what you have not seen with your own eyes, you cannot comment on," I decided...
Exploring local nightclubs and temples in Khon Kaen
In October 2024, I decided to explore Isaan. I knew numerous people from the east of Thailand. However, even after visiting Thailand over 20 times, I had never made it to the countryside in the far east of Thailand. Following my own rule, “what you have not seen with your own eyes, you cannot comment...
Traveling by train to Udon Thani
In October 2024, I decided to explore Isaan. I knew numerous people coming from the east of Thailand. However, even after visiting Thailand over 20 times, I had never made it to Isaan. Following my own rule, “what you have not seen with your own eyes, you cannot comment on,” I decided to travel for...
The beauty of Nong Khai
In October 2024, I decided to explore Isaan. I knew numerous people coming from the East of Thailand. However, even after visiting Thailand over 20 times, I had never made it to Isaan. Following my own rule, “what you have not seen with your own eyes, you cannot comment on,” I decided to travel for...
Songkran 2025: Wan Lai in Pattaya
Happy Songkran! สวัสดีปีใหม่ไทย! Songkran, Thailand's famous water festival, usually takes place from April 13 to April 15. I had a great time celebrating it in Pattaya two years ago, and I made a VLOG to share that experience with you. This year, I'm planning something special! I'll be heading back to Pattaya, but this time...
Twenty Years After the Tsunami: A Personal Story about Memories and Remembrance
Some memories stay with us forever. We remember exactly where we were during major events like 9/11 or life-changing moments like having our first child. Twenty years ago, on Boxing Day 2004, I experienced one of those unforgettable moments. On December 26, 2004, a 9.1 magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Sumatra, Indonesia, triggering...
Celebrating Songkran in Pattaya
The fourth and final episode of my Thailand Series brings me back to the city: We celebrate Songkran in Pattaya and join Thailand's probably craziest water party at Beach Road, Soi 6, Soi 7, Soi Buakhao. https://youtu.be/sdEdOrNCiLU About Songkran in Thailand Songkran is the traditional Thai New Year festival celebrated from April 13 to 15...
Exploring Dragon Crest: Ngon Nak Nature Trail in Krabi
After moving to Railay and exploring beautiful places like Phra Nang Beach, I had a special plan for my last day in Krabi. On the first day of Songkran, I wanted to revisit my favorite trail in Krabi. The Dragon Crest Trail in Krabi, also known as the Ngon Nak Nature Trail, is a scenic...
Railay’s beautiful beaches & steep viewpoints – Exploring Krabi
After travelling from Phuket to Koh Phi Phi, my video series "Songkran in Thailand" continues. I explored the beautiful beaches of Railay and hiked one of my favourite trails in Thailand: The Dragon Crest Trail in Krabi. In the second episode, I move to Railay, a beautiful spot in Krabi, just minutes away from the...
Koh Phi Phi – Exploring the famous beach at Maya Bay
Today is a great day! I just launched my new YouTube video series titled "Songkran in Thailand". I filmed this series about 9 months ago during the Thai holidays. During that time, I visited Thailand to see the beautiful beaches of Railay and to hike one of my favourite trails in Thailand: The Dragon Crest...
Thailand closes the Yuri GAP
With GAP: The Series, Thailand creates a GL show to rival its BL shows.