Thailand Archives - Rachel's Ruminations https://rachelsruminations.com/category/travel/asia-travel/thailand/ Taking the road less traveled Tue, 23 Dec 2025 16:00:13 +0000 en-US hourly 1 Promthep Cape: Breathtaking sunset viewpoint in Phuket https://rachelsruminations.com/promthep-cape-phuket/ https://rachelsruminations.com/promthep-cape-phuket/#respond Sat, 28 Sep 2024 10:09:50 +0000 https://rachelsruminations.com/?p=85178 Promthep Cape, the southernmost point of Phuket Island in Thailand, is best known for its sunset views. Read here all about visiting Promthep Cape and what there is to do and see there!

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]]> https://rachelsruminations.com/promthep-cape-phuket/feed/ 0 The Bangkok National Museum: Art and history of Thailand https://rachelsruminations.com/bangkok-national-museum/ https://rachelsruminations.com/bangkok-national-museum/#respond Sat, 21 Sep 2024 12:27:01 +0000 https://rachelsruminations.com/?p=85182 The National Museum Bangkok, housed in a former palace, holds a well-displayed collection of art and historical objects, many related to the royal family. It's worth a visit!

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]]> https://rachelsruminations.com/bangkok-national-museum/feed/ 0 Where to go birdwatching near Chiang Mai, Thailand https://rachelsruminations.com/birdwatching-near-chiang-mai-thailand/ https://rachelsruminations.com/birdwatching-near-chiang-mai-thailand/#respond Sun, 12 May 2024 15:40:01 +0000 https://rachelsruminations.com/?p=84307 Thoughts on 3 places for birdwatching near Chiang Mai: Doi Inthanon National Park, Doi Suthep National Park, and Huay Tueng Thao Reservoir, with birdwatching tips and other things to see near each one.

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]]> https://rachelsruminations.com/birdwatching-near-chiang-mai-thailand/feed/ 0 10 Places to stay in Bangkok (where I have actually stayed) https://rachelsruminations.com/10-places-to-stay-in-bangkok-where-i-have-actually-stayed/ https://rachelsruminations.com/10-places-to-stay-in-bangkok-where-i-have-actually-stayed/#respond Fri, 03 May 2024 13:02:17 +0000 https://rachelsruminations.com/?p=84231 A list of places to stay in Bangkok in a variety of star and price categories, all of which I can recommend because I've actually stayed at them all.

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]]> https://rachelsruminations.com/10-places-to-stay-in-bangkok-where-i-have-actually-stayed/feed/ 0 A Si Thep tour with Thailand Journeys https://rachelsruminations.com/si-thep-tour-thailand-journeys/ https://rachelsruminations.com/si-thep-tour-thailand-journeys/#respond Mon, 15 Apr 2024 13:46:52 +0000 https://rachelsruminations.com/?p=84153 A review of a tour organized by Thailand Journeys of historical sights north of Bangkok: Si Thep and several other lesser-known sights.

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]]> https://rachelsruminations.com/sea-sand-sun-resort-spa-review/feed/ 0 Bayphere Hotel Pattaya on Jomtien Beach: A review https://rachelsruminations.com/bayphere-hotel-pattaya-jomtien-beach-review/ https://rachelsruminations.com/bayphere-hotel-pattaya-jomtien-beach-review/#respond Sun, 17 Mar 2024 19:31:21 +0000 https://rachelsruminations.com/?p=83905 An in-depth review of Bayphere Hotel Pattaya, Thailand - its location on Jomtien Beach, our room, the rooftop pool, and its restaurants.

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]]> https://rachelsruminations.com/bayphere-hotel-pattaya-jomtien-beach-review/feed/ 0 A compelling WWII tour of the Thai-Burma Railway https://rachelsruminations.com/thai-burma-railway-kanchanaburi-thailand/ https://rachelsruminations.com/thai-burma-railway-kanchanaburi-thailand/#respond Sat, 24 Feb 2024 09:22:06 +0000 https://rachelsruminations.com/?p=83832 The building of the Thai-Burma Railway in WWII is a story of resilience, heroism, cruelty, and tragedy. Read this review of a tour visiting the railway line and honoring the forced laborers who built it.

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]]> https://rachelsruminations.com/thai-burma-railway-kanchanaburi-thailand/feed/ 0 16 best temples in Bangkok, Thailand https://rachelsruminations.com/13-best-temples-in-bangkok-thailand/ https://rachelsruminations.com/13-best-temples-in-bangkok-thailand/#respond Fri, 09 Feb 2024 09:52:17 +0000 https://rachelsruminations.com/?p=81475 This extensive list of Buddhist temples in Bangkok, Thailand includes advice to help you choose and plan your visit.

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