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10/02/2018

The wisdom is moving. Thaiwise will be curating the best that Thailand and neighbors have to offer at wetravel.dk
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10/01/2018

“I wish I could give the star back already”

Michelin stars come with all sorts of extra work. And in the case of a small street side eatery in Bangkok’s old town, the work load, the publicity and the sudden queues of up to two hours to be seated are just not ingredients that match the wonderfully down to earth food.

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People passing by Maha Chai Road, almost on the corner of Soi Samran Rat in the Phra Nakhon area of Bangkok, might be startled by the crowd snaking down the footpath around an impromptu assembly of plastic tables. As they wait in line, crowd members take out their cell phones to snap pictures of the

19/12/2017

On Dec 23, Bangkok will host its first Bangkokgay-festival gay sports day in nearly a decade. It's a family-friendly event with no alcohol but lots of activities. And the icing on the gay? A molam band, Siang Khaen, which will shake your hips and mind like nothing else on your trip to Thailand. Be gay for a day, or straight as ever, and wander off into the enticing world of Mo Lam music. At the National Stadium, right next to your steroid shopping indulgence at Siam Square.

On Dec 23, the Bangkok gay community is taking over National Stadium for a sports day and pride parade. Bangkok Gay Festival 2017 is organized by Bangkokgay, who are claiming the event as "the world's first gay sports day" to take place in a real stadium.

13/12/2017

Want to get that local layer of paint on top of your holiday experiences in Thailand and neighboring countries?
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06/12/2017

Michelin Guide dropped by the Thai capital recently. And they didn’t just award jacket’n tie experiences with stars and mouthwatering applause. In fact, you may have a 25 USD crab omelette only and feel like a foodie on tour of Thai street food.
Personally I find Bo.lan one of the best of the Michelin starred restaurants if you want Thai food that’s both authentic and different.
Need directions? Just ask.

Jay Fai’s shophouse, known for her crab omelette, is one of 17 restaurants awarded prestigious stars in listing for Thai capital

28/11/2017

Sometimes business and pleasure can be combined in the most eventful way in Thailand - by marrying someone on the beach for example.
You want to know how and where? Just ask.
As long as you don't ask who!
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31/10/2017

Adults only glamping with a fabulous view...there's a new hotel in Thailand and it's on sale all through November 2017. You want to know where, how and all that?
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26/10/2017

Going to Cambodia? Then you will certainly drop by which is not only home to the temples of but some of the most inventive cuisine in all of the country if not all of Southeast Asia. Here’s a recommendation to visit Mie Cafe and
experience one of Cambodia’s most talented chefs.

http://sea-globe.com/mie-cafe-owner-pola-siv/

25/10/2017

Want to follow the royal funeral in Bangkok, 26. October, but can’t make it to the Thai capital? Go online at http://www.kingrama9.th/live
The elaborate funeral rites will be transmitted live from 4 pm GMT

พระราชพิธีถวายพระเพลิงพระบรมศพพระบาทสมเด็จพระปรมินทรมหาภูมิพลอดุลยเดช ศูนย์ข้อมูลข่าวสาร เว็บไซต์ข้อมูลข่าวสารเกี่ยวกับพระราชพิธีถวายพระเพลิงพระบรมศพพระบาทสมเด็จพระปรมินทรมหาภูมิพลอดุลยเดช

24/10/2017

Bangkok is not itself these days. Things are different - and black. If you are visiting during this week I recommend you to pay attention to the changes of everyday life as described in this link. You want more advise, just ask http://thaiwise.dk/getintouch

From October 25 to 29, the Thai people will be paying their respects to their beloved king. Here’s a list of closures, transport changes and dos and don’ts if you are going to be in Bangkok during the royal funeral

19/10/2017

Going to Bangkok? Wear black and check into a hotel soon. By 25th October most rooms will be occupied. Want to know how to get the most out of your stay during the royal funeral? Just ask http://thaiwise.dk/getintouch

Fit for a king.

10/10/2017

Thai beaches will be smoke free soon. A survey showing up to 138.000 cigarette butts on every 2.5 km stretch of Thai beach has prompted authorities to ban smoking on the kingdom’s pretty beaches. A fine of up to 100.000 Baht is awaiting beach goers who light up.
The idea is part of a number of initiatives that are supposed to help keep Thailand’s beaches and seas clean. In this case may I suggest banning plastic bags from Thai beaches too! That would be thaiwise. Remains to be seen how the law will be upheld.

ทช.ออกมาตรการห้ามสูบบุหรี่บนชายหาด เริ่มต้นเดือน พ.ย.นี้ นำร่อง 20 หาด หาดดัง “ป่าตอง-พัทยา-ชะอำ” เป็นพื้นที่ห้ามสูบด้วยอธิบดีชี้เป็นการจัดระเบียบออกมาตรการเนื่องจากขยะก้นบุหรี่มีปริมาณมาก

12/09/2017

This used to be my neighborhood. It still looks much the same only the global taste has entered selected shophouses. And the conversion is a great thing for travellers on the lookout for local-local experiences. The video makes it all look a bit more fancy than it really is, and that's somewhat the glory of Charoen Krung Road in Bangkok. It stays true to its original profile but manages to squeeze in a bit of the modern, global taste. Go visit when you hit the Thai capital. And if you feel it is still a bit of a maze finding you way just ask. I will be happy to provide my expert advice - here or at www.thaiwise.dk

08/09/2017

One more way to get wise advice - especially helpful if you just need my recommendations on hotels in Thailand and neighboring countries. The grander package with all my insights and suggestions for your travel to and holiday in these wonderful countries is available through www.thaiwise.dk - and here of course.

Check out my website!

18/08/2017

Bangkok voted world's top long-haul stopover destination by some funny survey. Bangkok is indeed a wonderful and exciting stopover, but this English survey is not made by people on the ground.

The average total expenses for three days in Bangkok were about £317 (13,700 baht), the survey said. You can survive on much less, I will claim. According to the the survey, a three-course meal with wine is cheapest in Tokyo, while the "same meal" will set you back £88 in Bangkok. What???

This is simply not true.

The point is: There is a lot of desktop researched surveys about Thailand's travel potential, the cost of a holiday in Thailand etc. But they often miss the point, or they simply can't crunch the numbers on atmosphere or authentic experiences. Well, of course they can't.

I'd be happy to suggest a meal in Bangkok at far less than £88, but I won't suggest a three-course meal; that's not a Thai meal, that's a Western meal. And wine? Nope. Have a beer or one of the wonderful cocktails that Bangkok is full of these days.

By the way, the survey also states, that a cup of coffee is £2.80....well, you don't have to order the cuppa at Starbucks folks.

See the desktop researched survey for yourself:
http://corporate.postoffice.co.uk/our-media-centre #/pressreleases/far-east-cities-are-best-bargains-for-a-long-haul-break-2095943

Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha was pleased with an international tourism survey that ranked Bangkok as the world's best-value long-haul city break in 2017.

16/06/2017

Ever been in a boat on the Mekong River? Go. Really. Just do it.
With this take on river transport deep inside the Laotian countryside you are guaranteed not only a pleasurable ride, but a memorable one too. The trip from the Thai border crossing at Chiang Khong to UNESCO-sweetie Luang Prabang is full of breathtaking scenery, Facebook-free time to linger about and a slow travel life that will have you appreciate the present moment. Mekong Kingdoms

13/06/2017

Mangkhut...sweet flesh and a delicate texture. Well, more than that really. Mangosteens are tender, sweet, translucent, citrusy, juicy, sexy and in season. Right now. Go to Chantaburi for some of the best in Thailand. Or ask for mangkhut in any Thai market.
You won't be disappointed except if the sap from the fruit's skin gets on to your clothes.

09/06/2017

Just discovered a new hotel in Chiang Mai and a new neighborhood too. A truly luxurious experience
Check it out before the rave gets going

The simple imagination of creating a place where friends, couples and families can come and enjoy their time together in a sophisticated, comfortable setting that threads history, culture, community, art, craft, and a sense of peace and well-being.

11/04/2017

Wi-Fi is everywhere in Thailand. But where do you find it Gangnam Style?

10/04/2017

Hard to believe this is a Phuket beach. But it is.
You want to know where? Just ask.

05/04/2017

Thai New Year is just around the corner. It's the hottest time of the year and you'll welcome the showers and bathing rituals being part of the New Year's 🎊 🎉 celebrations. Here's a handy guide to the cool off parties around Thailand 🇹🇭
Need advise on where to stay during the immensely popular festive season, just ask!

It’s that time of year... all over Thailand, water is celebrated with the 2017 Songkran Festival. Here’s a round-up of the best 2017 Songkran Festivals.

19/03/2017

Wauw. 10 good reasons to love Thailand.
Want to know if you have the ability to love Thailand? Just ask.
It's free of charge.

12/03/2017

Highly recommended for a "green injection" while taking on the concrete jungle of Bangkok. Or even better spend a night or two or three at Bangkok Treehouse http://www.bangkoktreehouse.com/

09/03/2017

Thailand's beaches are well represented on this Asia's Top 25. But I can think of at least five other Thai beaches to rival those selected by TripAdvisor. You want to know which? Just ask
P.S. Don't spend too much time on TripAdvisor

According to TripAdvisor, five of Asia’s Top 25 Beaches in 2017 are in Thailand: 3 beaches in Phuket and 2 in Krabi made the list according to reviewers.

02/03/2017

Bangkok is Asia's gourmet capital and you should treat yourself to a culinary extravaganza while there. Yes, you may book a table at any of the 9 foodie temples featured in Asia's 50 best restaurants just recently. I did, and I would be happy to recommend some of these restaurants. But you could also just flick through the wonderfully tasteful and well-researched recommendations portrayed in Smag på Thailand by Christina Lund Sørensen and Mette Lisby. Even if you don't read Danish the book will have you craving for authentic Thai food experiences. Well done girls.
https://www.facebook.com/smagpaathailand/

20/02/2017

Bangkok's best - not a bad guide but there's more to it, not least the hotel scene. Want to know what is missing? Just ask

Skipping the temples and the backpacker hub of the Khao San Road, our writer focuses on the food, drink and arts scenes in the city’s vibrant neighbourhoods

07/02/2017

❤️ is in the air. Literally. In Chiang Rai, Northern Thailand. During 12-14. February. With colored balloons and couples on adventures. If you happen to be this far north during your trip in 🇹🇭 go have a look, or, even better, try an airlift yourself.
Want to know where to stay once you are back on solid ground? Just ask.

[SPONSORED CONTENT] After more than 200,000 flocked to its smash-hit debut in 2016, the Singha Park Chiang Rai Balloon Fiesta returns for its second year.

04/02/2017

There is a new hotel in town. It's gorgeous and expensive. But it's still one of the most attractive choices if you want a bit of pampering in Luang Prabang. The city is full of attractions and some of them are in fact hotels. It doesn't have to cost 200 USD++ to stay in the most beautiful city in South East Asia. But if you can afford it, and want to temporarily move into a house draped in history and yet renovated with the modern day traveler in mind....well, here's your Laotian luxury abode. Azerai Hotels is the name by the way.
Why on Earth hotels with a price tag of 250 USD don't get people in the hotel pictures I don't know. Show me life, not just rooms, courtyards and mute slippers. Maybe I'll go have a chat with them.

03/02/2017

Go local, act like a local and you will feel not like a tourist. Tourism is all about being a local, not a tourist, these days. You want to know how to go local in Thailand and neighboring countries?Just ask.

Local experiences have been my approach to tourism for many years. And in Bangkok I found someone to recommend and applaud for their local approach.

The girls at HiveSters have taken the worn out phrase "authentic" and injected new life into it in Thailand. They will bring you somewhere local to experience something that might otherwise have been presented in an entertainment place under the label: Old, extinct customs of Thailand.

That's why this video below appears like a pastiche of what Bangkok looked like a long time ago. And the point is, the video is now, the communities still exist, the experiences can be encountered today. Good job HiveSter-girls!

The sustainable project HiveSters in partnership with the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) and Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) in preservi...

31/01/2017

Thailand by train?! Yes, please.
Trains go north, south, east and west and several times a day. Highly recommended if you want to lower your heartbeat to a healthy level.
Now train travel in Thailand even gets digital. As of tomorrow you can book tickets online. Want to know which train routes are absolutely must-do's? Just ask.

The State Railway of Thailand (SRT) will launch an online train ticket reservation service via www.railway.co.th and www.thairailwayticket.com on Wednesday.