Tag Archives: Chiang Mai

Chiang Mai: Northern Thailand’s Cultural Gem

CHIANG MAI – Long hailed as the tourism crown jewel of Southeast Asia, Thailand has traditionally attracted global visitors to its urban capital Bangkok, the vibrant nightlife of Pattaya, and sun-soaked islands like Phuket and Koh Samui. However, recent media … Continue reading Chiang Mai: Northern Thailand’s Cultural Gem

Strange illness hits tourists in Northern Thailand

Chiang Mai – There are horrifying stories coming out of northern Thailand from backpackers and authorities concerning an illness that strikes mostly young, European women backpacking in Thailand and completely lays them out for up to a fortnight. Most sufferers … Continue reading Strange illness hits tourists in Northern Thailand

4 Thai cities ranked Top 100 City Destinations

Bangkok – Thailand’s political capital and commercial hub of Bangkok has been ranked third in the latest Euromonitor International’s 100 Top City Destinations Ranking (2013 edition), covering 100 of the world’s leading cities in terms of international tourist arrivals. Three … Continue reading 4 Thai cities ranked Top 100 City Destinations

Thailand: Chiang Mai Flower Festival 2014 (E)

Chiang Mai – Chiang Mai Provincial Administration and the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) Chiang Mai Office are currently preparing the Chiang Mai Flower Festival 2014 from 7 to 9 February. Thawatchai Arunyik, Governor of TAT said, “Often known as the … Continue reading Thailand: Chiang Mai Flower Festival 2014 (E)