Why is the Air Quality so bad in Thailand?
Because of the poor Chiang Mai air quality, I strongly advise anyone contemplating a visit to Northern Thailand to avoid[…]
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How are endangered Gibbons in Thailand being protected in Phuket?
I motor-biked to Nai Harn beach over the hills and through the lanes. The scenic journey takes about thirty-five minutes[…]
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Why is Loi Krathong Festival in Chiang Mai Special?
One of the main Chiang Mai lantern festival celebrations is Loi Krathong. When Thailand’s Loi Krathong festival in Chiang Mai[…]
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How to gauge the cost of living in Thailand?
I can’t quantify the cost of living in Thailand accurately. As anywhere, Thai living depends on where you live, your[…]
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How did Thailand escape from the poverty trap?
Is Thailand poor? The short answer is no, but there is poverty in Thailand. The abundance of natural produce that[…]
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Lamyai fruit – Why some years yield poor harvests
When I moved to Chiang Mai, people I left behind in the South often asked questions like, does lamyai grow[…]
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