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Kamphaeng Phet Historical Park Things to do in North Thailand

After the craziness and crowds at Songkran, we felt like getting off Thailand’s tourist trail for a few days, and

Blue Temple Chiang Rai Things to do in North Thailand

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Visit Chiang Rai: Bikes, Burgers and the Blue Temple

April 22, 2018July 14, 2018Charlotte 2 Commentsbackpacking, Chiang Rai, temples, Thailand, travel

Why should you visit Chang Rai? This delightfully quirky city is an easy four hour bus journey away from the traveller

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Getting Soaked for Songkran

April 16, 2018July 14, 2018Charlotte 3 Commentsbackpacking, Chiang Mai, Songkran, Thailand, travel

Happy New Year from Thailand!

No, we haven’t gone back in time a few months. In Thailand the New Year traditionally starts on 13th April and the festivities are called Songkran. This was one of the highlights of our trip so far. The holiday is celebrated by a giant three-day long water fight all around the country!

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Mmm, Pai…

April 11, 2018August 10, 2018Charlotte 4 Commentsbackpacking, pai, tattoos, Thailand, travel

Pai is one of those places where travellers congregate – a pretty spot by the river, nestled in the hills, where you can buy vegan wraps and quinoa porridge. It’s hardly authentic Thailand. Yet it still remains a charming place to while away a few days or even weeks.

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Hi Chiang Mai!

April 2, 2018Charlotte 5 Commentsbackpacking, Chiang Mai, street food, temples, Thailand

On our first date, all those months ago, I remember asking David where his favourite place was in the whole