Thai New Year Gift Baskets: Tradition, Good Taste and No-Gift Rules
Explore Thai New Year gift baskets, what makes a thoughtful hamper and why official No Gift policies require extra care around public officials.
Loy Kratong, New Year, Songkran, Christmas, Buddhist holliday
Loy Krathong in Thailand: Festival Meaning, Safety and Responsible Celebrations
Updated 17 October 2026. Rewritten from an archived PersonalThailand post. Details can change; check the official sources before travel. Loy Krathong is one of Thailand's most recognisable festivals. As candles and flower offerings reflect on the water, the night can feel peaceful and intensely festive at the same time. An older PersonalThailand post focused on…
Christmas in Thailand: Why the Music Starts So Early
Why do Christmas decorations appear in Thailand before December? Explore festive shopping, local traditions and practical tips for visitors.
Finding Restaurants in Thailand: Reviews, Food Courts and Local Tips
Discover ways to find restaurants in Thailand, compare recent reviews, explore food courts and assess menus, hygiene and practical details.
Alternative Dating in Thailand: Finding Your People
Finding adult goth and alternative communities in Thailand, meeting people through shared interests and dating with care.
Loy Krathong Festival
It’s getting close to the Loy Krathong Festival which is held once a year on November in Thailand. This year, the festival is on 23rd November. The purpose of the festival is to pay the respect to the god of the river in order to say sorry in all what we did and think in…
Chiang Mai Travel Guide: Old City Temples, Lanna Culture and Mountain Trips
Editorially refreshed 17 October 2026. This article replaces outdated material with practical travel information; attraction rules and transport conditions may change. Chiang Mai blends historic Lanna architecture with river communities and mountain scenery. The best itinerary connects those experiences at a comfortable pace. Quick takeaway: Choose a realistic itinerary, verify transport and opening arrangements before…
Christmas in Europe from Thailand: A Practical Winter Travel Guide
Planning a Christmas holiday in Europe from Thailand? Compare winter destinations, visa needs, flight connections, weather and holiday opening times.