While we usually prefer traveling by train in Thailand, when traveling between Bangkok and Surin, the Nakhonchai Air bus is so comfortable that we often get that instead. That is also what we got today for our trip to Surin, a small town in Thailand’s Isaan region, and we’re happy to share exactly how we… READ MORE >
Som Tum (Green Papaya Salad) – From Tree To Plate
We’re back in Surin for a week visiting Miu’s parents, so this was a chance to have have some really fresh food taken straight from the garden. We’d already had lunch in town but were feeling a little peckish when I spotted the papaya tree next to the house. As Som Tum (Green Papaya Salad)… READ MORE >
Things To See And Do In Isaan, Northeast Thailand
The northeastern area of Thailand, known as Isaan, is not often visited by tourists, but it’s a great place to spend a few weeks, especially if you have access to your own transport. There are some amazing places to visit, with the highlight for me being Wat Phu Tok in Bueng Kan province. I hope… READ MORE >
Maneerote Hotel, Surin, Thailand
We decided try a different hotel to usual for our 2-day stay in Surin, and opted for the Maneerote Hotel, which is just a short walk from the day market and also the night market, but around 2-3 km from the bus and train stations. It was a great choice though and we’ll definitely be staying… READ MORE >
Ubon Ratchathani To Surin By 3rd Class Train
We usually try to get at least a 2nd class aircon train when in Thailand, but for our journey from Ubon Ratchathani to Surin, the most convenient train was 3rd class only. The journey time is only just over 2.5 hours, so it’s not so bad for such a short amount of time. The carriages… READ MORE >
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