Exploring Bangkok’s Old Town
Bangkok continues to grow by leaps and bounds, with many neighborhoods becoming less recognizable by the day. Some see it as progress and inevitable, but many of us longtime
Hotels vs. Airbnb
Where do you stay when you travel? Up until a few years ago, for most folks, the answer was a hotel. Those budgeting their cash opted for youth hostels or guesthouses, but pretty much the trend was for the traditional
Latching onto Lanna Life
I love vintage style to the core. Anything ancient and old always captures my attention. My friends sometimes wonder how I can survive in Bangkok, a metropolitan city full of skyscrapers, big-screened TVs
The Art of Bargaining
Growing up in Bangkok, I got used to bargaining when I go out shopping. As long as it’s not a high-end department store, there are plenty of opportunities for haggling. If done properly, it’s a win-win situation for both the
A Stroll Through the Royal Residence
Bangkok has never been known as a pedestrian-friendly metropolis. It’s notorious for clusters of street vendors and unscrupulous motorbike taxis roaming the battered narrow pavements amid the perennially hot and humid weather. However, there are quite a few areas in