Wat Phra Singh is one of Chiang Mai’s more grand and famous wats Constructed more than 650 years ago, Wat Phra Singh is named after the sacred Buddha image it holds: the Phra Buddha Sihing. Have a quick look at…
Wat Phra Singh Chiang Mai
Bike Riding in Northern Thailand – (Very) Short Vid
The word for bicycle in Thai is jakayan Here’s a (very) short clip of a recent bike ride I took around the village of Mae An, north of Chaing Mai, Thailand. . . . Do you like riding Asia’s…
Green Design – Quirky Chic Meets The Misty Mountains
“I’m a sucker for good, green design. Show me a trendy little cafe, concept resort or 1-of-a-kind B&B with those ‘little touches’ and I am sooo there.” Add a good dose of nature to the mix and I’m a gonner!…
Destination Stewardship – Bhutan May Be The Kingdom of Tomorrow
When it comes to conscious travel in Asia, the first country to spring to mind just might be Bhutan. Why? Because this tiny kingdom nation high in the Eastern Himalayas is home to a people who value happiness and sustainability…
Akha Ama – Fair Trade Tourism Meets Coffee Culture
What is ‘fair trade’ and why should we care? If you love coffee, then it’s worth understanding the impact this popular drink has on the (often indigenous) folks who grow it. With it’s ever-increasing popularity in the western and the…
Forget The Elephant Camp! – Motorcycle Tour In Northern Thailand
“Better to ride … Better to get lost down the wrong road, disoriented by winding byways and a maze of tiny lanes.” What a superb day! Yesterday I rented a 100cc motorcycle and toured the hills, highways and byways of…