Holy Cow! A Day at Chonburi Buffalo Races
Thailand is home to some of Asia’s best festivals, and the thrilling seven-day Buffalo Races festival that takes place annually during Buddhist Lent (normally in October) in Chonburi is no exception.
Back from the Dead: Thailand’s Phi Ta Khon Ghost Festival
Phi Ta Khon is one of the most fun of Thailand’s festivals. Festival-goers dress up in ghost masks and parade and party through the streets of Dan Sai district in Loei.
Thailand Ink: the Magical Tattoo Festival
I’d been wanting to visit the Magical Tattoo Festival at Wat Bang Phra in Nakon Pathom, Thailand for years. This year, I finally had the chance, and what a festival it was!
The Ancient Echoes of Sukhothai
Recently I journeyed to Sukhothai in an effort to learn the secrets of this mysterious, quiet and charming place. It is one of the true hidden jewels of Thailand.
Surin Elephant Round-up
Surin is home to the Surin Elephant Round-up, which takes place during the end of November each year. The festival is a multi-day event, starting with the "Elephant Buffet" or Elephant breakfast on the first day, and then is followed by elaborate battle re-enactments the following day.
Nine Emperor Gods Festival
The “Nine Emperor Gods Festival”, is a spectacular annual event in in Korat, Thailand that I had been keen to witness ever since I first came to live in Thailand – and this year I finally made it.