Tips & articles
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Thailand’s islands: where to escape the crowds
15 May 2012
Whether it is riding in the back of an open tuk-tuk or racing across the waves in a longtail boat,...
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Best adventure travel ideas
29 April 2012
If you’re after an outdoor adventure, look no further. In this excerpt from Lonely Planet’s 1000 Ultimate Experiences, we bring...
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World’s best festivals: Bun Bang Fai (Rocket Festival)
26 April 2012
Location: Throughout Laos and northeastern ThailandDate: Usually on the May full moonLevel of participation: 1 – join the ...
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Where to go in December
26 April 2012
Only one month left for travelling in 2011! Not sure where to go? See what Lonely Planet Magazine suggests:Patagonia, ArgentinaTake...
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Where to go in October
25 April 2012
Travelling in October? Consider one of these destinations from the experts at Lonely Planet Magazine:New EnglandThere are few better ways...
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Take the boat out of Bangkok
13 April 2012
Bangkok’s Chao Praya Express Boats are the best way to get around the city: there is no traffic, the breezes...
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Master the art of cooking like a local
22 March 2012
One of the best souvenirs you can bring back from a trip is some tasty dishes to share with your...
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Thailand: which beach is right for you?
10 February 2012
It isn’t fair, really – there are over 200 countries around the globe and Thailand has managed to snag a...
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Planning the perfect destination wedding
09 February 2012
Wedding gowns that cost more than a new car. Cheesy 1980s cover bands. Bland chicken dinners. Snarling mother-in-laws demanding you...
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How to eat like a local
19 January 2012
A huge part of the travel experience is getting to know local traditions, history and culture. Happily, you can get in...
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Going beyond pad thai
19 January 2012
There’s an entire universe of amazing dishes once you get beyond ‘pad thai’ and green curry, and for many visitors,...
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The world’s greatest guilty pleasures
16 January 2012
Everyone needs to indulge their vices every now and then. In this extract from Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel 2012,...
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Tuk-tuk tips: hold on tight in Asia’s three-wheeled taxis
08 December 2011
Zipping through traffic in an adorable three-wheeled vehicle is a hallmark experience for many travellers in Asia and particularly in...
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Top 10 spookiest buildings around the world
17 October 2011
Have you ever visited a building that gave you the creeps? These 10 buildings around the world are guaranteed to...
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Thailand: a little something for everyone
10 August 2011
Thailand is one of the world’s most popular holiday destinations, and with good reason – there’s so much to do...
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Buyer beware: 10 common travel scams
11 July 2011
While you’re often safer overseas than you are in your hometown, a few scams seem to pop up all over...
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Thailand’s unexplored north
20 June 2011
Combining mountainous landscapes, cultural treasures and untouristed corners, Thailand’s no...
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3 ways to ruin your holiday in Thailand
31 May 2011
Despite bouts of civil unrest, 2010 was a banner year for Thailand in terms of tourism: nearly 16 million travelers...
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Top 10 highlights of 10 great countries
14 May 2011
Want to get straight to the cream of 10 great destinations? Check out these top tens!1. Top 10 Croatian highlights...
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Meat-free travel: vegetarian hits and misses
29 April 2011
Here’s our pick of the perfect destinations for the best food without a face – and three for vegetarians to...
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Bangkok shopping: a Saturday at Chatuchak Market
06 April 2011
There are many things – some wonderful, some wayward – that bring visitors to Bangkok: the sumptuous Thai food; the...
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9 iconic sporting events
22 March 2011
The sporting world, with its heroes and symbols, is a massive travel draw. While major international events dominate world headlines,...
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Short-break Bangkok: 3 tailored itineraries
28 February 2011
Passing through Bangkok? Even if it’s not the primary destination on your trip to Thailand, you won’t regret getting out...
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A guide to the eateries of Thailand
27 February 2011
The first ráan khâo kaeng (rice & curry shop) to have been historically documented was a lean-to affair situated just outside...
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