Taking a Trip to Mountain of Chiang Mai for Winter Time

From November onwards to February, it's when the cooling breeze of the Northern region of Thailand draw a great flock of tourists to take a trip to mountain and observe the beauty of nature. Some of the most popular destinations in Chiang Mai to visit during winter season include Doi Inthanon, Doi Ang Khang, Huay Nam Dang and Doi Luang Chiang Dao.

However, there are some other less traveled paths yet a promisingly striking view for those who prefer to be in somewhere peaceful and less hastened during New Year celebrations. Find the lists of low-key winter destinations of Chiang Mai here.

Doi Mae Taman
Doi Mae Taman is located in Chiang Dao, Chiang Mai serving as the best observation spot for Doi Luang Chiang Dao and a sea of fog in the early morning.

Christmas & New Year Celebration in Bangkok, Thailand

4 ways in making your vacation more exciting while travelling in Bangkok

Now, it is a moment for festive season in Thailand! During November to February are the months in which the climate is dry and cool, and so is a right time to travel around the country. Since the weather is suitable for travelling, there is no doubt that Thailand will attract a large numbers of tourists during this period.


Don’t worry about places or things to do in Bangkok for with the help of the 4 tips below, you will find your holiday in Bangkok the most impressive one!

Beer Garden

Many of the beer garden sites are covered up with both tourists and locals who love live music and enjoy having cold beer along with friends.

5 December: Long Live His Majesty the King Bhumibol Adulyadej

Thailand has beloved king “Bhumibol Aduyadej” that all of Thai people give the highest respect. Thai people regard him as the father of the nation whom they love the most. If you take a sight-seeing in Thailand, both around the cities and rural areas, the things that you would see very often are the pictures of the king Bhumibol. Father of the nation, king Bhumipol, is always be in Thai people’s hearts.


Every year on 5 December is set as the King's Birthday or Father's Day. The birthday of the monarch of Thailand, king Bhumibol, is also a national holiday and is celebrated all over the country with great enthusiasm. The event is used by the loyal people of Thailand to express their reverence for their King.

Thailand Vacation - Phu Chi Fa

If you are looking for a fascinating place to experience the wonderful sunrise, Phu Chi Fa or the mountain pointing to the sky is considered as a worth visiting natural site located in Chiang Rai Province.

In order to grab such an awesome experience from this beautiful natural site, you will have to get up pretty early. Additionally, not far from Phu Chi Fa, there is a campsite available where you can stay overnight. However, if you want to make yourself a little more convenient, accommodation in Ban Rom is another option in which you can spend a night.

The climbing to Phu Chi Fa is quite steep, but if you reach the viewing at the top of the mountain, you will surely find that it is really worth climbing up there as the sunrises is incredibly wonderful and the valley is covered in a sea of clouds early in the morning.

Sparkling Night of Loi Krathong Festival

Every year, when the full moon falls in the 12th month of Lunar calendar, Loi Krathong festival, a celebrations of water under the moonlight, will be held throughout of Thailand.

Loi Krathong is a ceremony of gratitude to thank Mae Kongka or Mother of Water for her scarification in giving us water to live on and generosity in forgiving us when we have ruin her water.

Loi is to float, and Krathong is a boat/raft, so the word Loi Krathong literally means to float a boat/raft into river. Krathong was originally a small cup made from bamboo or banana leaves, however, they are now transformed in to a flat slide of banana-tree trunk and decorated with colorful leaves and flowers. On the top, a candle and incense sticks are inserted.

Do’s and Don’ts in Thailand - Social Customs

Apart from the concern of Thai monarchy and Buddhist religion, to list the don'ts of everyday Thai social behavior seems to be a bit unclear as western culture has spread all over the country, especially in Bangkok. On the contrary, those western customs that are acceptable in Bangkok might not be suitable for the countryside where ancient traditions are held with high respect and strongly adhered to people's mind. Below are some common examples of dos and don'ts in Thailand.

1. Instead of shaking hands, Thais usually “wai” to greet each other. Wai can be done by pressing palms together in a prayer-like gesture with a little head bending when saying “sawasdee” (hello). It's a social custom for young people to wai older people, who will then give a wai in return.
2. Use your foot to point things, and even a person, is considered rude. Head is regarded as the most respectable position because it is the highest part of the body. So, Thais do not allow to let anyone touch their head, even in a friendly gesture.

10 Reasons Why You Should Visit Thailand

Winter time is approaching the northern hemisphere and if you are planning to take a getaway to somewhere warmer with great retreats varied from beachside to mountaintops, we have 10 reasons why you should visit Thailand.

1. It's cheaper than ever to travel to Thailand now!
After Thailand's political unrest in the early of 2010, the country is trying to recover its economic strength by boosting domestic tourism. It means prices for accommodations and travel services are lower and better than in order to promote its safe situation and encourage people to visit.

2. You can get a luxurious trip at budget in Thailand.
Whether you are traveling to Thailand for a romantic escape, adventure trip, or spa experience, Thailand has it all for you at incredible and affordable price. Your currency can go a long way in Thailand and that makes luxury come at a great discount.