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Like many of them out there, are you also confused about where to go? Philippines Vs Thailand, what to choose for my next destination? Both these island countries have their own charm and beauty! After traveling to both countries many times we have compared the Philippines and Thailand based on our experiences! No one should tell you what country to travel to but by reading this article you should be able to find out what country will fit you best. Table of Contents 1 Best beach holiday destinations – Philippines Vs Thailand? 2 Ease of travel – Philippines Vs Thailand? 3 Travel to Thailand from Philippines 4 Where can you get the best food among Thailand and the Philippines? 5 Street Food  in Philippines Vs Thailand 6 Languages in Philippines Vs Thailand 7 Who is more tourist-friendly Thai or Filipino? 8 The personality of Thai and Filipino People- 9 Which offers a good scooter ride experience? 10 Where can you find better internet in Thailand and the Phi...

Merry Christmas from Australia! Yes, this month I finally set foot in Australia — over a year later than originally planned! The past month has been action-packed, filled with far too much movement as usual, an incredible festival and several amazing road trips. My month began in Chiang Mai, my former home in Thailand and somewhere I will always be delighted to return to. I wasn’t sure how I’d feel this time around — it had been six months since my last visit, a lot of our friends have now moved on and left, we would be staying on the opposite side of the Old Town…  Would I regret leaving my beloved Cambodia? Fortunately, I needn’t have worried. Setting eyes on the moat, inhaling, and choking on, the familiar aroma of the night markets, glimpsing the shimmering gold of temples lining every street. It felt familiar and welcoming. It felt like home.   This time, I was back in Chiang Mai for one main reason. The Yi Peng lantern release. Ever ...

Getting a Sak Yant Tattoo in Thailand Nakhon Chai Si, Thailand Over 40 people watched in silence as a famous Thai monk repeatedly penetrated my flesh like a sewing machine. His Sak Yant needle sent waves of searing pain into my back. Traditional Sak Yant (also called Sak Yan, or Yantra) tattoos are hand-etched onto the skin using ancient geometric designs mixed with Buddhist prayers. They are believed to give the wearer magic powers associated with healing, luck, strength, and protection against evil. Sak Yant tattoos have been around for over 2000 years. Buddhist monks originally engraved Sak Yant into warriors seeking protection and strength in battle. Often covering their entire bodies from head to toe in magic symbols to prevent knives and arrows from piercing their skin. Traveling around Southeast Asia while living out of my backpack, I learned about these tattoos from some fellow travelers and thought it sounded like a cool experience. Wat Bang Phra Outside Bangkok...

JUMP TO : Where to Stay | Things to Do | Travel Costs | What to Pack | Staying Safe | Like Now? PIN LATER! Bangkok is renowned among backpackers for its crowded streets, cheap souvenirs, wild nightlife, and insane traffic. Many backpackers travelling Southeast Asia will visit Bangkok and are somewhat overwhelmed due to the pollution and crowds, however, compared to many big Asian cities, Bangkok is actually quite beautiful. Give the city time and you will definitely come to love it. I’ve spent over three months backpacking in Bangkok, across a dozen visits over ten years, and it’s a city I still love to visit… While the initial chaos and, at times, admitted seediness can initially throw newcomers off, there is a lot to fall in love with should you give Bangkok the chance. So, today, I’m going to breakdown beautiful and bombastic Bangkok! We’re going to talk about where to stay amongst Bangkok’s eclectic neighbourhoods, and what to do amongst it...