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10 Best Hiking Trails & Viewpoints in Koh Tao

Fri, 24 Feb 2017 17:29:26 +0100

The time that this little island was solely a diving paradise is long gone! Just like any other tourist destinations in Thailand, Koh Tao is getting more popular each year. Many tourists and travelers finding its way to this tiny little nirvana in the Gulf of Thailand. Traveling to Koh Tao is popular than ever before and there are numerous things to do besides diving. Hiking in Koh Tao is fabulous and with so many cool viewpoints it is one of the reasons to travel to Koh Tao in 2023.

13 Tips On How To Rent A Motorbike In Thailand

Thu, 05 Oct 2017 10:20:14 +0200

Driving a motorbike in Thailand is nothing like back home. There are different rules, road conditions can be bad, it looks chaotic and there are a lot of crazy tourists on the road that think they are TripleX. Be careful, drive safely! Have a look through these motorbike tips for Thailand and make sure driving a motorbike is fun and does not ruin your holiday. If you travel to Thailand it should be one big adventure. Best places for renting a motorbike is when you go island hopping in Thailand.

13 Unusual Things To Do In Bangkok

Thu, 23 Jan 2020 16:23:27 +0100

There are literally hundreds of things to do in Bangkok so to narrow it down I already wrote a top 10 things to do in Bangkok blog to make sure you don’t miss the highlights. Don’t get me wrong I still want you to see the standard Bangkok attractions such as Khao San Road, Chatuchak Markets and The Grand Palace, but there is more…

14 Best Scuba Diving Destinations In The World

Wed, 18 Jul 2018 15:35:54 +0200

Who is not dreaming about diving in Maldives? Or what about a liveaboard in Raja Ampat or diving in Sipadan, Malysia. These are just some of the most amazing scuba diving destinations in the world that I have been to. However I haven't been diving since 2014 now. Why not? Long lasting ear problems are keeping me out of the water, despite an eardrum surgery.

16 Best Things To Do in Koh Tao in 2025

Tue, 16 Feb 2016 12:40:39 +0100

Scuba diving will always be the main tourist attraction in Koh Tao, but there are more things to do in Koh Tao besides scuba diving. Traveltomtom lived in Koh Tao, did my Scuba Dive Master Training course on the island and visited Koh Tao more than 10 times.

Here is my list of the coolest Koh Tao things to do according to 'locals' and with the help of my friends who are still living in Koh Tao this article is completely up to date for your Koh Tao trip in 2025.

18 Things I Miss About Thailand

Tue, 07 Feb 2017 11:15:39 +0100

Being away from Thailand for more than 6 months made me realise there are a bunch of things I miss about Thailand. The last years I have been back for several months each year, but so far I have no plans to go back in 2017. That saying I am somehow sure I will end up there again anyway! LOL :)

25 Thai Street Food you MUST try in Thailand

Thu, 26 Mar 2020 21:39:15 +0100

Thailand needs no introduction when it comes to serving the most amazing street foods. This world-renowned food paradise is considered to be one of the best places to try out some of the traditional street food dishes for an unforgettable gastronomic experience. It doesn’t really matter what brings you to Thailand but your visit wouldn’t be complete without trying some of their street food.

4 Amazing Thailand Itineraries for 2 Weeks

Tue, 05 Dec 2017 13:12:28 +0100

Planning your trip to Thailand for 2 weeks? Unfortunately there are too many cool places to visit in Thailand so you will have to make choices. Ideally I would suggest a 4 weeks itinerary around Thailand, but it is understandable that not everyone has the time and money to travel to Thailand for 4 weeks.

It is hard to come up with the ultimate 14 days itinerary for Thailand and therefore I created 4 different itineraries so you can choose the one you prefer most!

4 great luxury hotels in Bangkok

Thu, 07 Jul 2016 10:05:04 +0200

There are so many luxury hotels in Bangkok that prices are very competitive and staying in one of those fantastic places won’t be as expensive as you might think. I could have easily made a list op top ten hotels in Bangkok, but I chose to write about the 4 places I recently stayed at. To me the best areas to stay in Bangkok are Silom and Sukhumvit. I

5 Epic Thailand Island Hopping Itineraries

Mon, 08 May 2017 11:28:21 +0200

Looking for the perfect route to visit the islands in Thailand in 2024? I got you covered with 5 different island hopping itineraries to make the most of your trip to Thailand.

In this Thailand travel blog you will find itineraries from Phuket, island hopping itineraries around Krabi and of course island hopping from Koh Samui. You can choose from 1-week itineraries as well as complete itineraries for 2 weeks island hopping in Thailand.

Last but not least I have a special itinerary for you... island hopping from Kuala Lumpur to Bangkok and see some of the most remote, but also most pristine islands in Thailand.

My best Thailand travel tip when island hopping in Thailand is either Koh Kut or Koh Lipe.

65 Things To Know Before Traveling to Thailand

Tue, 27 Mar 2018 12:07:42 +0200

Since I lived, traveled, partied, visited, explored and adventured in Thailand more than 20 times, trust me this is the most comprehensive Thailand travel tips guide that you will find on the internet. Let me help you getting started for your trip to Thailand with info about: things to do and not do, cultural guidelines, places to visit, standard travel tips, how to get around and everything else you need to know when visiting Thailand.

68 Interesting Facts about Thailand and Bangkok

Wed, 04 Mar 2020 11:48:40 +0100

You think you know everything about Thailand? Well... you couldn't be further from the truth. This beautiful country is known as Prathet Thai which means 'land of the free'. Apart from its incredibly friendly people, Thailand is full of diverse ecosystems which include lush jungles, rugged coastlines, hilly forests, endless pristine beaches, fertile rice fields, rivers, plains, waterfalls, and so much more.

Oh yeah and Thailand has more than 1,400 islands to explore.

A Bar Guide Plus Best Restaurants In Koh Tao

Tue, 08 Mar 2016 12:14:44 +0100

You only have a couple days on the island and don't know where to go out in Koh Tao? With this complete restaurant and bar guide for Koh Tao I will give you some insider tips for when you travel to Thailand. I have lived on Koh Tao for 6 months and visited 5 times, and I know most places by now. You are spoilt for choice with upscale dining, local Thai cuisine, party places, live music and of course beach lounge bars, most of them all clustered around Sairee Beach.

Bamboo Huts Koh Tao Review

Sat, 05 Mar 2016 16:37:41 +0100

Looking for amazing places to stay in Koh Tao? Somewhere to fully enjoy your holiday and relax with your partner? Want to unwind from stressful corporate life on one of the best islands to visit in Thailand? Then Bamboo Huts Koh Tao might be something for you! The isolated Bamboo Huts Resort is one of the best places to stay in Koh Tao. Start your stress free holiday here. Located on the rocks of the southwest coast of the island all bungalows have a prima oceanfront location with magnificent ocean views. Because every bungalow is facing west great sunsets are guaranteed.

Best eSIM for Thailand in 2026: Why I Use SimOptions

Wed, 07 Jun 2023 10:53:12 +0200

Planning a trip to Thailand and wondering what is the best eSIM for Thailand in 2026? In this updated guide I compare the best Thailand eSIM plans based on price, network coverage, data allowance, Fair Use Policy and real travel value.

After comparing the latest eSIM plans for Thailand, my top recommendation is the DTAC Happy Tourist eSIM from SimOptions. It connects directly to the local DTAC network in Thailand, includes truly high speed unlimited data, comes with a Thai phone number for calls and SMS and starts from around ~$10 USD for 10 days.

I have traveled to Thailand more than 25 times and in total spent almost one full year exploring the country. From Bangkok and Chiang Mai to Phuket, Krabi, Koh Samui and remote national parks, reliable mobile data has always been essential for navigation, booking transport, ordering taxis and staying connected.