Recently I visited Hat Yai, in southern Thailand. The town experienced dreadful flooding in late 2025, and I had a brief opportunity to view recovery efforts and talk to some local people. And to take in some viewing highlights near the city.
I don't know why I didn't think about this before...many of the most spectacular Buddhist temples and statues are by the ocean. So I will start a collection.
Lone takes us for a visit to the YCF orphanage near Chiang Mai, where she volunteers on a regular basis. This is a facility that provides education and life skills to children who would otherwise have poor prospects.
The Death Railway tourist train runs twice daily from Thonburi station in Bangkok. Here are some hints and tips to help you be prepared and enjoy the journey.
The Special Express Train 7 runs daily from Bangkok KTA terminal to Chiang Mai. Here are some hints and tips to help you be prepared and enjoy the journey.
If you find your way to the northernmost point of Thailand, there are plenty of things to occupy and interest you. Rent a motorcycle or a car and driver and have a great day out along the shores of the Mekong.
I came across this field full of flower-pickers and wondered what they were doing. Turns out they are in the early stages of producing your cup of herbal tea.
If you go to this wonderful part of Thailand, you should spend an hour or two at the Baandam House art estate. Whether you go to see the long-necked tribal ladies is up to you.
Take the five-hour trip on the train that follows part of the route of the Second World War Thailand-Burma route. See some great scenery and spare a thought for those who built it.
Blundering passport-less through police checkpoints, I gazed into Myanmar through the historic Three Pagodas Pass. Then I solved the mystery (to me at least) of the underwater temples.