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Tales of Tragedy – Brokedown Bus

May 24, 2013 · by William Harrison · in Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Thailand

After a hurried trip to Laos that had me on the road for 3 days with precious little time to stretch out and recharge I returned home around midnight to find that I had to make a trip to a…

Fish Sauce – The Original Ketchup

Fish Sauce – The Original Ketchup

May 21, 2013 · by William Harrison · in Thai Food, Thailand

Fish sauce is an amazing and versatile condiment with a surprisingly rich history that probably hits closer to home than you’d expect. Ketchup was actually based on fish sauce which was found by explorers in what is now Malaysia where…

Thailand Souvenir Ideas

Thailand Souvenir Ideas

May 17, 2013 · by Frank Munkvold · in Bangkok Beyond, Thailand

Hi there! Just want to share some of the things you can bring back home from your travels in Thailand. Either clothes, miniatures, silks, carvings, pouches and many more. Well, there were plenty of stuff to choose from. Here are…

The Healthy Side of Thai Food – Getting Your Green Fix

The Healthy Side of Thai Food – Getting Your Green Fix

May 14, 2013 · by William Harrison · in Bangkok Beyond, Thai Food, Thailand

Thai food is full of delicious oddities that consistently delight even the most provincialized palate. What’s more exciting about a lot of Thai food than the incredible taste? The fact that it’s so healthy! Here are a few healthy tips…

Bangkok Beyond’s Holiday

Bangkok Beyond’s Holiday

May 11, 2013 · by Cherry · in Bangkok Beyond, Company Stuff, Thailand

This year the Bangkok Beyond family was on a holiday. Here are the pictures from our activities. Frank lead us in fishing. Just don’t ask how many we’ve catched We roamed  Khan Na Yao together with our huge bags. Then there’s the beach-like…

Cha Am

Cha Am

May 7, 2013 · by Frank Munkvold · in Cha Am, Thailand

One of the charming beach resorts of Thailand, Cha Am is laid back and mostly attracts Thai families. It is located about 170 km from Bangkok near Hua Hin and is easily reached by road. A visit to Cha Am…

What in the World is That? – Part 1

What in the World is That? – Part 1

May 4, 2013 · by William Harrison · in Thai Food, Thailand

If you ever been to Thailand you’ve probably had the same experience when you came upon your first market. Smells and colors and bits of animals that you had thought were extinct, broths and curries, fried creatures great and small…

Thailand’s Countryside

Thailand’s Countryside

April 30, 2013 · by Frank Munkvold · in Bangkok Beyond, Thailand

We’ve picked stunning pictures from our previous photo contest entries to show you the simple lifestyle in the countryside of Thailand. Let’s take a look. Pang Oung, North of Thailand Photo by Chatchawin Pola Ban Rong Po, Thailand Photo by Ian Barclay Moon…

Thai Noodles – Taste the Difference

Thai Noodles – Taste the Difference

April 26, 2013 · by Onanong · in Thai Food, Thailand

Hi there! Let’s talk again about food. Here is a list of Thai noodle dishes that will always tell you, I miss you Thailand! Pad Thai Dry and light bodied, having a fresh, intricate, well balanced taste. It’s delicious! Gui-tiaw Rua…

Talat Bobae and Talat Pa Hu Rat

April 23, 2013 · by Frank Munkvold · in Thailand

Thailand is one of the largest powerful manufacturers of fine textiles in the world; they make a whole bunch of everyday things too. Thailand is also renowned for producing the finest silks in the world, with its iridescent, shimmering hues….

Thailand Wonders Photo Contest No 2 – Winners

Thailand Wonders Photo Contest No 2 – Winners

April 18, 2013 · by Frank Munkvold · in Thailand, Thailand Photo Contest

The Thailand Wonders photo contest no 2 with the theme “Celebrating Songkran and Summer is fun in Thailand” is now officially over. We had amazing entries entered this round! Thank you to all who entered their photos and who voted. And now we have…

Thailand Wonders Photo Contest No 2 – Update

Thailand Wonders Photo Contest No 2 – Update

April 16, 2013 · by Frank Munkvold · in Thailand, Thailand Photo Contest

Hi there! The Thailand Wonders photo contest with the theme “Celebrating Songkran and Summer is fun in Thailand” have received 12 entries and 5 entrants. The voting period is going on and will end tomorrow at 11:00 pm on 17th of April…

International Day for Street Children 2013

International Day for Street Children 2013

April 11, 2013 · by Frank Munkvold · in Company Stuff

The International Day for Street Children is celebrated every year on 12 April. The day provides a platform for the millions of street children around the world – and their champions – to speak out so that their rights cannot be ignored….

Egg Island, Phuket

Egg Island, Phuket

April 9, 2013 · by Frank Munkvold · in Phuket, Thailand

One of the most notable water activity you can do in Egg Island is snorkeling. The Egg Island is known to the locals as Koh Khai, Phuket. People enjoy the beautiful scenery and usually take a lot of photos for treasuring…

Visiting CFBT Bangkok

Visiting CFBT Bangkok

April 5, 2013 · by Frank Munkvold · in Bangkok, Bangkok Beyond, Company Stuff, Thailand

The Bangkok Beyond family have visited The Christian Foundation for the Blind in Thailand (CFBT) last Monday to bring some food and give donations at Bangkhen Bangkok. The house mentioned takes care of blind children with multiple disabilities. Photos from…

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