Tourists flock in quite large numbers to Wat Rong Khun, the White Temple, often missing the sister attraction Baan Dam, the Black House. If you’re planning a trip to Thailand and the White Temple is on your agenda, make sure to not miss the Black House. Find a tour that includes it, or if you’re self-planning, make sure to add … Read More
The Madness and Purity of Wat Rong Khun, the Brightest Temple in the World
If you’ve scanned Instagram or Pinterest lately, you’ve probably seen photos of the Thai temple that looks like the entrance to heaven, completely white from top to bottom. But there’s something odd about this temple that doesn’t at all come through over the internet, and it just keeps getting weirder the closer you get. Where: 15 km southwest of Chiang Rai … Read More
An Intimate Evening Out at Chiang Rai’s Night Bazaar
If your trip to Thailand takes you to Chiang Rai, it’s worth seeking out the Night Bazaar to do some shopping and try various local cuisine. While nowhere near as large and expansive as Chiang Mai’s Night Bazaars, you’ll still have plenty of choices along with a few offerings unique to Chiang Rai. Where: Just off Phaholyothin Road in the … Read More
Review: Laluna Hotel and Resort, Chiang Rai
Chiang Rai is a Northern Thai city on many bucket lists for its famous White Temple, and is often paired with a visit to the larger city of Chiang Mai, which is about a 3 hour bus ride away. Looking for budget accommodation for our visit, we found Laluna Hotel and Resort, a surprisingly nice property with low rates starting … Read More