Chiang Mai, Ethical Elephant Sanctuaries, Thailand

4 Best Ethical Elephant Sanctuaries to Visit in Chiang Mai

TakeMeTour
May 18, 2022
4 Best Ethical Elephant Sanctuaries to Visit in Chiang Mai

4 Best Ethical Elephant Sanctuaries to Visit in Chiang Mai

4 Best Ethical Elephant Sanctuaries to Visit in Chiang Mai

Northern Thailand, particularly Chiang Mai, is famed for its extensive list of elephant sanctuaries. Walk down any tourism hub in Chiang Mai, and you’ll be surrounded by travel agencies showing off their popular elephant experiences, highlighting why visiting elephant sanctuaries is one of the best things to do in Chiang Mai. With so many options to choose from, the experiences vary widely. Along with the food, culture, and a slightly milder climate than in Bangkok, Chiang Mai’s array of ethical elephant sanctuaries makes it one of the best places to visit in Thailand.

Without further ado, here are our top 4 of the best elephant sanctuaries in Chiang Mai, in no particular order. Read more

Singapore, SingapoRediscovers Vouchers

SingapoRediscovers Vouchers: How to Redeem Your $100 Vouchers

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December 5, 2020

SingapoRediscovers Vouchers

Rediscovering Singapore with your S$100 SingapoRediscovers Vouchers

It’s time to plan your getaways right in Singapore! It was announced on 16 September that every Singaporean, aged 18 and above, is set to receive S$100 worth of SingapoRediscovers vouchers. Singaporeans can use the vouchers on staycations, attraction tickets and tours. And you do not have to rush to redeem your vouchers immediately as they will be valid till 3 June 2021, so let’s explore safely. Read more

Europe, Road Trip

European Road Trip Guides – 11 Drives to Discover Europe

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February 28, 2020
Stelvio Pass, 12 European Road Trip Guides - Drive to Discover Europe

Stelvio Pass, European Road Trip Guides – Drive to Discover Europe, Photo Credit: xuuxuu, Pixabay

European Road Trip Guides – 11 Drives to Discover Europe

Touring Europe by car is one of the best experiences in this storied continent – whether you’re looking for the best route through France’s wine country or hope to cruise through Stelvio Pass in northern Italy – these 11 European Road Trip Guides give you a good start to discover Europe. Read more

TakeMeTour, Thailand

Coin Flipped, Wonder Found: Temples on Thai Baht Coins

TakeMeTour
April 19, 2019
The sculptures of two mythical giant demons, Thotsakan (the green one) and Sahatsadecha (the white one), guarding the eastern gate of the ubosot

The sculptures of two mythical giant demons, Thotsakan (the green one) and Sahatsadecha (the white one), guarding the eastern gate of the ubosot, Credit: Wikipedia

Coin Flipped, Wonder Found

There are two sides to every coin and Thai Baht coins are no exception. In addition to the picture of King Rama IX and the number that indicates the value, all the 6 Thai Baht coins (4 Baht coins and 2 Satang coins) depict some of Thailand’s most revered Buddhist temples. Read more

Asia, Bangkok, Floating Markets, Thailand

5 Marvelous Floating Markets near Bangkok

TakeMeTour
February 24, 2019
5 Marvelous Floating Markets near Bangkok

5 Marvelous Floating Markets near Bangkok, Photo credit: Jason Goh

A Local’s Insight: 5 Marvelous Floating Markets near Bangkok

For most, Bangkok is the starting point for those looking to tour over Thailand or even Southeast Asia. There are a plethora of different things to see and do, and those who did some research would’ve found out that Bangkok’s neighboring cities are dotted with some of Thailand’s best floating markets. Exploring the local lifestyle and eating all the delicious local food at a floating market is surely one of the best ways to enjoy your getaway to Thailand. For a complete Thai floating market experience, here’s a list of the local floating markets you can discover on weekdays, all less than a couple of hours from Bangkok. Read more