Karen Long Neck Village – A Complex Encounter With Tradition Karen long neck villages rely heavily on tourism for survival, even though the United Nations Refugee Agency refers to them as human zoos. Vanloads of curious travelers visit each day. Villagers in Vietnam are well known for wearing heavy brass rings on their necks to […]

Chiang Mai’s Downtown Oasis Buak Haad Park is an idyllic destination for local residents and visitors to enjoy leisurely strolls or physical exercises, or participate in events like the Flower Festival. Visitors to this area will discover many restaurants and cafes serving a range of cuisine. Some offer outdoor seating so guests can dine while

Pong Dueat Hot Spring – A Relaxing Detour in Northern Thailand Pong Dueat Hot Spring offers visitors an amazing natural hot water soak experience during their journey through northern Thailand. Take time out from your journey and visit this lovely oasis – you won’t be sorry you stopped here! Autumn is an excellent time to

Akha Ama Coffee – Where Every Sip Tells a Story Akha Ama’s 14 families have come together to market their coffee collectively and ensure fair prices by eliminating middlemen and employing innovative crop rotation practices that benefit both the environment and reduce pest infestation. Lee organizes biannual trips for coffee enthusiasts – locals, expats and

Huay Tung Tao Lake: Chiang Mai’s Local Getaway Huay Tung Tao Lake is a tranquil reservoir nestled at the foot of mountains where locals come to relax. Offering shade from the heat with cold beverages and refreshments in one of its small bamboo huts dotted along its shores, Huay Tung Tao Lake makes the ideal