What’s Happening in Bangkok
September 5, 2008 | Written by ITKT Media Partner
I was in Bangkok just a couple of months ago — loved it! The following notice comes to In The Know Traveler directly from the folks at the Tourist Authority of Thailand and thought our readers might want to get “In The Know.” As I remind readers all the time, politics and disagreements happen everywhere and most large US cities have far more crime than destinations like Bangkok, but it is always good to... [Read more]
Rough Guides Announces $6,000 Trip Giveaway
August 28, 2008 | Written by ITKT Media Partner
Big news: Rough Guides is giving away a two-week trip for two to Thailand (airfare included) worth $6,000 to help ring in the publication of our big Fall ‘08 book, Ultimate Adventures: A Rough Guide to Adventure Travel. The trip has been put together by one of the world’s coolest, most attentive travel agencies, Imaginative Traveler.
Packed with variety and activities, the lucky twosome chosen will go elephant... [Read more]
Gutsy Woman Culinary Tour
July 1, 2008 | Written by ITKT Media Partner
This release from Gutsy Women Travelers is one for my Aunt that keeps threatening to travel more. This would be perfect the foodie of the fairer persuasion.
-Editor ITKT-
Fort Washington, PA - July 1, 2008 — Gutsy Women Travel, a leading operator of experiential tours for women, believes that one of the best ways to learn about a culture is through its cuisine and wines and therefore culinary explorations... [Read more]
Chinatown in Bangkok, Thailand
June 25, 2008 | Written by Tara Russell
Having previously lived in China, I had to know what Bangkok’s Chinatown was like. I took the skytrain to Saphan Taksin (the last stop on the Silom line) and then rode the Chao Phraya River Express north to Tha Ratchawong where I could walk into Chinatown. I walked straight off the ferry dock, following the people and the pungent aromas into the heart of the activity. All of Bangkok is congested, but nothing like this.... [Read more]
More than a Guide
June 16, 2008 | Written by Devin Galaudet
I like books. Actually, I love books. I love them compulsively, and rarely have I ever stopped at my local bookstore without coming home with something — much to the chagrin of my hallway and overstuffed bookcases, which are both littered with books. So I when I went to Thailand, I couldn’t fight my compulsive nature and just bring one guide book — I brought four.
Although, they have their pluses... [Read more]
Traditional Dancing in Thailand (video podcast)
June 16, 2008 | Written by Devin Galaudet
I was at this year’s Thailand Travel Mart in Bangkok. Among the endless meeting with colleagues around the world, there was some entertainment. Here was the finale of the dinner show featuring me stumbling around the stage while real camera crews from Asia captured the event.
Of course, I ave loads to say about Thailand, which can be found on ITKT’s Thailand... [Read more]
Thailand Thoughts Now That I’m Back
June 11, 2008 | Written by Devin Galaudet
Four hours from Bangkok to Taipei and then another twelve hours from Taipei to LAX. My 12 days in Thailand are now over and I am left with loads of great memories and much more to write about. Unfortunately, I did not have much chance to write about the Isan area, the northeast section of Thailand bordering Cambodia and Laos, while I was there so I will be catching up over the next week.
But with Thailand still fresh... [Read more]
Taken for a Ride
June 7, 2008 | Written by Devin Galaudet
“No meter. No meter,” The cab driver told me. I said, “Yes meter.” The cab driver then said “No.” I said next and walked away. Negotiating the fare is often an arduous task in Thailand. The next cabbie pulled up in a green and yellow compact. “Okay, yes meter.” So I got in out in front of the Grand Palace, one of Thailand’s best attractions. We drove ten feet before,... [Read more]
The Thailand Travel Mart
June 5, 2008 | Written by Devin Galaudet
I almost forgot why I have been bouncing around Thailand for the last week. I am in Bangkok to participate at the Thailand Travel Mart, a tourism convention filled with buyers, sellers, and media from around the world bent on putting together the best tours and travel news for Southeast Asian countries. The Thailand Travel Mart, or TTM, officially began yesterday. I had the opportunity to sit down with 30 tour operators... [Read more]
Getting Fixed in Bangkok
June 4, 2008 | Written by Devin Galaudet
I finally got out into the bust streets of Bangkok this morning before finding an air-conditioned building stop in. The first thing in the building that hit me was the smell. It smelled nice. The lobby was stylish with vibrant colors and tasteful decor. I might say it was a bit on the trendier side of hip. Common rooms had complimentary Internet and water. The atmosphere felt calm and easy. There was a full-service spa... [Read more]
Morning Buddhism in Khuraburi
June 2, 2008 | Written by Devin Galaudet
I have written a series of blogs recently about getting the authentic experience while traveling. Here is a little practicing what I preach when I was fortunate enough to have a Thai local help me pay alms to the monks of Khuraburi, Thailand.
Mai knocked on my door at 6:15AM to meet the monks and pay alms (sai-baat in Thai). We walked out into the coolest morning I have yet felt in Thailand to find Khuraburi in full... [Read more]
Seasick on an Elephant
June 1, 2008 | Written by Devin Galaudet
He told me to just step on her neck. It did not sound like a good idea, wouldn’t it hurt her? Then the man reached out for my foot and placed upon her neck motioning me forward.
There I was 12 feet in the air and locked in by a makeshift seatbelt when she began to move. Elephants really don’t move gracefully or swiftly as they did in the cartoon adventures of Dumbo from when I was a kid. They lumber.... [Read more]
Landing in Thailand
May 30, 2008 | Written by Devin Galaudet
2 hours at LAX
13 to Taipei
3 hours at Taipei Airport
4 hours to Bangkok
2 hours in Bangkok
1 hour to Phuket
1.5 hours to Sarojin Resort.
28.5 hours later I can hardly think, but have arrived safe and sound in Khoa Lak and hour and a half outside of Phuket. It sounds far worse than it is and the food on EVA is pretty good.
While I have little distance to what I have seen... [Read more]
Advice on the Authentic Experience part3
May 23, 2008 | Written by Devin Galaudet
I have written more than once about delectably scrumptious durian fruit. It smells like hell and tastes like feet. It is completely dreadful and every noxious bite seems an exercise in culinary punishment. Still, I have tried it at least a dozen times in, at least, a half a dozen forms including: durian ice cream and stewed on sticky rice. It’s the pits.
However,... [Read more]
ISRAMWORLD Encourages Family Travel
April 22, 2008 | Written by ITKT Media Partner
ISRAMWORLD INCREASES FOCUS ON FAMILY AND MULTIGENERATIONAL TRAVEL
Six new programs offer tours of China, Singapore, Thailand, Central Europe, Israel and Peru
Responding to an increasing demand from clients, the leading tour operator ISRAMWORLD is now offering six different family programs in Europe, the Middle East, Asia and Latin America.
“We are seeing more and more... [Read more]
Golfing In Thailand With Caddies
April 19, 2008 | Written by ITKT Media Partner
Golfing In Thailand With Caddies
One aspect of Amazing Golf Thailand are the caddies. I often speak about this with friends and we all have the same conclusion, playing golf with a Thai caddie adds a whole new dimension to the game of golf and is a MUST experience for all golfers.
What can I say? For anyone who has not played golf in Thailand before, then the famous Thai caddies will... [Read more]
Birdwatching in Thailand
March 30, 2008 | Written by ITKT Media Partner
FLYWAYS AND BYWAYS
Birdwatching in Thailand’s Golden Triangle and Upper Mekong River Basin
Story by Antony J. Lynam PhD
Birdwatchers spend billions of dollars on bird tours, chasing reports of rare and unusual birds. According to the US Bureau of Commerce and US Fish and Wildlife Service, in the late 1990s Americans alone spent over US$23 billion annually.
With Thailand... [Read more]
Fly from Bangkok to Koh Samui
March 16, 2008 | Written by ITKT Media Partner
NEW SERVICE FROM BANGKOK TO KOH SAMUI AS ‘SMOOTH AS SILK’
Passengers can now enjoy the comforts of Thai Airways on their visits to the beautiful Thai island Koh Samui. Starting Feb. 15, 2008, THAI will provide two non-stop flights from Bangkok (BKK) to Samui (USM) every day. This will be the first time Thai Airways has offered flights in this route.
“We’re thrilled... [Read more]
New Pacific Delight Tours
March 15, 2008 | Written by ITKT Media Partner
PACIFIC DELIGHT TOURS UNVEILS EXPANDED PACKAGE ROSTER
FEATURING CHINA AND THE YANGTZE, THAILAND, SINGAPORE, VIETNAM AND CAMBODIA
Guests Fly Cathay Pacific From New York, Los Angeles and San Francisco
Pacific Delight Tours has introduced a broadened portfolio of 2008/2009 tours that focus on the sights, history and culture of Asia,... [Read more]
Culinary Tour of Thailand / Vietnam
March 13, 2008 | Written by ITKT Media Partner
Asia Transpacific Journeys announces a new tour, The Cuisine and Culture of Thailand and Vietnam, a groundbreaking journey that is redefining how foodies travel to Asia.
This is 14-day trip small group trip (up to 18) departs Feb. 7, 2009. The per person,... [Read more]
Thai Hotel Package
December 21, 2007 | Written by ITKT Media Partner
‘PEARL OF SIAM ’ PACKAGE TO THAILAND ’S LEADING DESIGN HOTELS – SIAM@SIAM IN BANGKOK AND PHUKET’S DESIGN CHIC INDIGO PEARL
Two of Thailand ’s leading design hotels are offering high-season packages combining stylish holidays in Bangkok and Phuket.
Seven or ten day holidays for two are split between Phuket’s Indigo... [Read more]
Thai Adventure for Women
December 21, 2007 | Written by ITKT Media Partner
GUTSY WOMEN TRAVEL OFFERS EXOTIC 12-DAY ADVENTURE TO THAILAND
Explore the “Venice of the East,” Laos, and The Golden Triangle
Thailand is at once chaotic and serene, exotic but welcoming — a country where modern day life is still imbued with centuries-old customs and guided... [Read more]
Thailand’s Portraits of a Monarch
December 15, 2007 | Written by ITKT Media Partner
The Picture in Every Home
Visitors to Thailand are often struck by the number of portraits of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej — usually with Her Majesty Queen Sirikit alongside — that are prominently displayed in Thai homes, shops, businesses, restaurants, places of entertainment, bus stations and airports. Many assume that because these... [Read more]
Songkran - A Thai New Year
November 10, 2007 | Written by Tara Russell
Songkran was the most unique New Year celebration I’ve encountered yet. My first experience of the countrywide water fight took place in Hua Hin, a small coastal town just an easy drive from Bangkok (a 2 ½ to 3 ½ hour drive, depending on traffic). The typically reserved Thai people let loose for a few days and let the cold water moderate one of the hottest times of the year (April is typically the hottest month of the... [Read more]
Tara V. Russell
September 4, 2007 | Written by Tara Russell
Born to roam, I’ve lived around the states and around the world. I love to travel, run, and experience new places... [Read more]
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