From Ancient Ruins to the Heart of Isaan I had opted for a slow train ride across the plains of Isan. Boarding the train from Ayutthaya, I watched as the urban landscapes faded into the countryside, vast rice fields stretching…
Leaving the dazzling lights of Bangkok behind, I pass through the Nonthaburi and Pathum Thani provinces and head north to Ayutthaya, the ancient capital of Siam and one of Thailand’s most fascinating UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Trading skyscrapers for centuries-old…
There are festivals, and then there is Songkran. Thailand’s traditional New Year celebration transforms an entire country into the world’s biggest water fight. For several unforgettable days each April, streets that normally carry cars and motorcycles become playgrounds filled with…
