Even though it might be a festival, you shouldn't tell these girls waiting to be dunked that they should be having fun. … [Read more...]

Durian season is fast approaching its end here in Bangkok. But before you rush out and get some to add to your fruit salad, consider a few things about this strange fruit. Though loved throughout Thailand and most of Southeast Asia, the durian has a flavor that most foreigners … [Read more...]

One of the most distinctive features about Bangkok's roads (aside from the congestion) is the multi colored taxis. Cabs come in almost every color, from bright pink to neon green to subdued shades of midnight blue. At the very least, it makes getting stuck in traffic a more … [Read more...]

Spirit houses are an important site of devotion for any Thai home. When the spirit houses look run down, or a homeowner decides to go for a more glamorous model, the old spirit house can't simply be thrown away. Instead, it must be taken to specific holy grounds- graveyards for … [Read more...]