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4 Amazing Thailand Itineraries for 2 Weeks
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!
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Best eSIM for Thailand in 2026: Why I Use SimOptions
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.
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Best Islands To Visit In Thailand
Island hopping Thailand is probably one of the most popular holiday packages in Asia for young people. Everyone once heard stories about the Full Moon party, crazy nights in Koh Phi Phi or the early mornings in Phuket. But it is not only about partying, there are way more things to do in Thailand than just getting drunk. Let me show you the best islands in to travel in this amazing country. Im sure you will find the right one in this list.
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Glow Elixir Koh Yao Yai
Leave Phuket behind you and explore the surrounding islands. Koh Yao Yai is one of my favorite islands out there and only 30 minutes away from Phuket. Still untouched and a place where island life is the number one feeling. When you decide to go island hopping in Thailand then put this on your list. In a hidden bay in Koh Yao Yai you can find Glow Elixir, a lovely 4* resort in a tranquil bay.
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How To Buy a Sim Card at Bangkok Airport (July 2025 UPDATE)
Planning your trip to Bangkok and wondering if you can buy a tourist sim card at Bangkok International Airport? Don't waste money on high roaming charges or slow overseas data plans.
This is a complete guide with everything you need to know before buying a sim card at Bangkok Airport (BKK) in 2025.
Find out where to buy a sim card, up to date prices as per July 2025, my recommendation, a vlog about my arrival and my experiences, info about eSIMs for Thailand and more.
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How to Find Cheap Domestic Flights in Thailand
Most people that visit Thailand assume that taking busses, trains and boats are the easiest ways to get around Thailand. But in fact the best, fastest and easiest way is by finding domestic flights in Thailand. But isn't that expensive? Nope! Don't worry backpackers even domestic flights in Thailand are cheap! In this blog I will show you how to find these flight deals, where to book them and everything else you need to know: luggage allowance, airlines, safety issues, etc.
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Is It Safe To Travel To Thailand in 2026
Bangkok was the most visited city in the world before the global pandemic, yet still everyone is having doubts about the safety situation in Thailand. With so many happy tourists telling their friends about island hopping in Thailand and their jungle trekking and motorbike tours in Chiang Mai and crazy nights in Bangkok I would suggest word of mouth would do its job, right?
Well apparently there are still a lot of doubts if it is safe to travel to Thailand.
The vast majority of Thailand tourists leave the country with great memories, but on the flipside there are also some horror stories like the Koh Tao murders and disappearing people in Bangkok. So how safe is Thailand actually in 2026?
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Samsara Phuket (Best Luxury Villa For Rent In Phuket)
Always wanted to know where your favourite pop idols are celebrating their holiday? I have been staying in the most amazing hotels, but for most celebrities that is just too ordinary. Apparently they rent amazing villas, secluded places where they can’t be seen and where they can do whatever they want behind closed doors. Rihanna was one those celebrities that rented Samsara Phuket and I got to stay in the exact same villa!
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Thailand vs Philippines For Travel | The Differences
When people ask me about the best country I have been, I hardly ever name Thailand or Philippines. First off I think it is really hard to compare countries as every place is unique and has its own charm. I always come forward with a list of 5 amazing countries (Argentina, Nepal, South Africa, New Zealand and Hawaii) in where I had fantastic travel adventures and it goes without saying that traveling to Thailand and traveling to Philippines can be added to that list.
The thing is, I have been to both countries so many times, I kind of take it for granted sometimes.
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The Phuket Sri Panwa and the Baba Phuket | Two Hidden Gems
Checking in to a resort was like changing office for me while travelling in Asia. Definitely after I just did a city hotel tour in Singapore where I stayed in all the best luxury hotels in Singapore in 2 weeks. I landed at Phuket International Airport and made my way to Sri Panwa where I was about to stay a couple days and it was one of those places I definitely want to go back some day… WOW!
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Ultimate Guide for Island Hopping Thailand
Island hopping Thailand is probably the most popular first big trip for young travelers and I can totally understand why! Traveling to Thailand is hot again after the global pandemic! Some may say the islands are overcrowded and the authentic Thai lifestyle is gone. I am the last one to deny this as Thailand tourism changed a lot over the years. But hey... I am just as much guilty as I have visited Thailand almost 20 times.
Island hopping in Thailand never gets boring and is always something to look forward to. The uncomplicated and laid-back vibe is something hard to explain, but it makes me book a Thailand holiday over and over.