Bangkok and Chiang Mai – why Thailand is the Land of Smiles

Bangkok and Chiang Mai, Thailand - Weekly Edition

Thailand is such a wonderful destination. Whether you’re here to work, to learn or to relax, this is one of those rare places with the capacity for all of it. Christina and I have been lucky enough this trip to do all three. Here’s what we got up to in the past week; a convention … Read more

Classic Sydney curries, Japanese lunches and Thailand awaits

We’re about to head off on our next trip – to beautiful Thailand. This is much more work related than the recent monster itinerary we just finished though. We’re going to a – the travel writers’ convention. To make sure we don’t miss Sydney too much while we’re away though, we’ve smashed a few of … Read more

Phuket’s answer to people who want it all – Thavorn Beach Village Resort and Spa

Phuket, Thailand is famous for its stunning coastline and tranquility, but also its hedonistic party atmosphere. Across the bay from Patong Beach – Phuket’s party mecca – is Thavorn Beach, a hotel with the best of both worlds. Thavorn Beach Village Resort and Spa is one of those rare places that – although located in … Read more

Phuket’s best-kept secret – Aleenta Phuket Resort and Spa

From the moment you arrive at Aleenta Phuket, you get the feeling you’re somewhere special. The water garden that runs under the walkways, the beautiful villas with private pools, the divine beach on your doorstep… it’s a pocket of paradise. Here’s our review and latest video walk-through! Before we arrived at Phuket, we didn’t really … Read more

Hua Chang Heritage Hotel – an oasis of peace in the heart of Bangkok

Hua Chang Heritage Hotel is the proverbial needle in a haystack of crazy. A clever blend of old colonial and bright modern décor, this hotel is like no other in the city. In fact we thought it wouldn’t seem out of place in the swank chic of LA. Amidst the buzz and madness of Bangkok’s … Read more

What is eco-luxe and where you can find it in Thailand – Aleenta Hua Hin

Luxury travel and eco-tourism haven’t been good bedfellows in the past, but things are changing. Places like Hua Hin’s Aleenta Resort in Thailand’s southwest have discovered the beautiful balance of the two. Thailand has long been a destination for keen travellers looking for luxury, adventure and a friendly yet fascinating culture. But all too often with … Read more

Romantic Thailand – a city and beach honeymoon itinerary

Thailand has created this fine balance of affordability and high luxury, which ticks so many boxes for travellers – especially honeymooners. Finding this line between luxury, price, adventure and romance that really suits our travel style is quite hard. But not in Thailand. The sense of adventure is still very much part of visiting Thailand; … Read more

Where to stay in Phuket for romance – Sala Resort and Spa

Sala Phuket Hotel is the very definition of Thailand’s romance and mystery. From the privacy of the pool villas to the sun setting over the Andaman Sea, Sala Phuket is the ultimate honeymoon and romance destination. At the northwestern tip of the island of Phuket, Thailand’s largest island, Sala and Mai Khao Beach is all … Read more

Tapas in Thailand – fine-dining in Bangkok you wouldn’t expect

If you don’t feel like venturing into the wilds of the Bangkok night and you’re looking for somewhere special, Uno Mas is where people from all over the city come for romance, for excellent food and for views to die for. Thailand is made for food lovers. There’s just so much to choose from here. … Read more

High-rise romance in Bangkok – Centara Grand at Centralworld

Finding accommodation in Bangkok isn’t difficult, but choosing where to stay is. You’re so spoilt for choice here. But if it’s comfort, convenience and luxury you’re after, the Centara Grand at Centralworld is the place for your Bangkok romance! Bangkok – steamy, crazy, thrilling Bangkok. Mrs Romance and I love this city. It’s an assault … Read more