Thailand

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.

This town, in western Thailand, is where cultures meet. An evening stroll across the bridge brings insight and amusement.

This island in the Andaman Sea has a casual atmosphere and an interesting history. Avoid the crowds by coming in July or August.