Things To Do

Things to do in Thailand—adventure, culture, and leisure activities for every traveller. Discover top attractions, must-visit destinations, and local hotspots with The Thaiger, your trusted Thailand travel guide.

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  • Dreamy rooftop restaurants in Bangkok with epic views

    Dreamy rooftop restaurants in Bangkok with epic views

    Glittering temples, skyscrapers, and the Chao Phraya River — Bangkok’s skyline has it all. And although there are endless amazing restaurants to spend a day or night out over delicious meals, dining in a rooftop restaurant while taking in the magnificent skyline of Bangkok might seal the deal. Below, we’ve compiled the best rooftop restaurants in Bangkok offering delicious food,…

  • Popular hotels in Koh Samui for your next holiday (2022)

    Popular hotels in Koh Samui for your next holiday (2022)

    From young travellers and families seeking sun-soaked getaways to those venturing in search of sparkling temples, majestic waterfalls, and delightful gastronomic experiences, Koh Samui has it all. And there’s no better way to enjoy everything the island has to offer than to stay in one of its best hotels. Koh Samui is home to some of the most breathtaking resorts…

  • British artist creates land art in tribute to Bangkok governor

    British artist creates land art in tribute to Bangkok governor

    It is fair to say that Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt has been a breath of fresh air to politics since he won the 2022 gubernatorial election by a landslide in May. The 56 year old city chief has captured the imagination of Thailand’s capital city and made others around the kingdom sit up and take note of his “get things…

  • Why you should visit a wellness retreat in Thailand

    Why you should visit a wellness retreat in Thailand

    Dreaming of a holiday where you can escape the stresses of everyday life and rejuvenate your mind and body? If yes, then going on a wellness retreat in Thailand might be the answer for you! While a vacation away from your daily routine and a change of scenery might sound ideal, a retreat would be even better, especially if you…

  • Thailand as your next destination for Motorcycle Adventure post-COVID

    Thailand as your next destination for Motorcycle Adventure post-COVID

    Press Release If you are looking for the next big adventure of your lifetime, look no far than Thailand. Thailand is one of the best destinations for professional and leisure bikers to flock to for a fantastic experience. With no COVID restrictions for travellers, Thailand has become one of the most lucrative destinations for travellers in the post-COVID Era. Here…

  • Beachfront restaurants in Phuket to dine with a view (2022)

    Beachfront restaurants in Phuket to dine with a view (2022)

    Phuket is popular for its amazing dining venues and incredible ocean vistas. Combine the two, and you are in for an unforgettable experience. There’s possibly nothing better than enjoying a nice meal while sitting by the beach, gazing out at the crystal-clear water in front of you, and breathing in the refreshing ocean air. Below, we’ve compiled a list of…

  • Jungceylon undergoes renovation to become a one-stop shopping paradise

    Jungceylon undergoes renovation to become a one-stop shopping paradise

    Press Release “Jungceylon Shopping Center is renovating the shopping mall’s basement by allocating space and introducing new exciting shops to meet the lifestyles of Thai and foreign customers,” stated Mr Prawit Janyasittikul, Chief Executive Officer of Jungceylon Shopping Center Patong Phuket. The ‘Jungle Building’ inside Jungceylon has a total basement area is over 7,000 sqm. The food bazaar located in…

  • Everything you need to know about the Bangkok Skytrain (BTS)

    Everything you need to know about the Bangkok Skytrain (BTS)

    Bangkok Transit System better known by locals and tourists as the ‘Skytrain’, is as ubiquitous in Bangkok as good street food and fake Viagra. It’s one of the easiest and fastest ways to get around Bangkok. Bangkok Mass Transit System (BTSC), a subsidiary of BTS Group Holdings, operated the system under a concession granted by the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA).…

  • Lifestyle Cafes and Hang Out Venue at Jungceylon Shopping Center, Patong, Phuket

    Lifestyle Cafes and Hang Out Venue at Jungceylon Shopping Center, Patong, Phuket

    Press Release The famous Phuket shopping mall, Jungceylon Shopping Center, is moving forward to renovate the Sino Phuket Zone of over 3,800 square meters under the name, “The Garden Zone”. “The Garden Zone” is the centre of international gourmet restaurants from around the world and lifestyle cafes day and night, with an aesthetic and modern design based on the grandeur…

  • The best island tours from Phuket in 2022

    The best island tours from Phuket in 2022

    There are many islands around Phuket that are just waiting to be discovered. While some are easily accessible by water, others require some advance preparation. Thus, participating in the top Phuket island tours will surely make your trip smoother and more enjoyable. It can be difficult to choose which tour will be worthwhile when there are so many locations to…

  • Radisson’s ambitious plan to add 100 hotels to its Thai portfolio by 2025

    Radisson’s ambitious plan to add 100 hotels to its Thai portfolio by 2025

    Radisson Hotel Group revealed an ambitious plan to add 100 hotels and resorts to its small portfolio of properties in Thailand. The hospitality company currently operates 4 hotels in Thailand – all located in Bangkok – and has 2 more opening in Phuket and Pattaya. The hotel group will focus on developing properties and signing deals in “key business and…

  • The best honeymoon resorts in Phuket for 2022

    The best honeymoon resorts in Phuket for 2022

    Taking a dip in the blue ocean, sunbathing on a beach, lazing around in a comfy bed, pampering yourselves in couples spa treatments — whatever your definition of a perfect honeymoon, it’s waiting in Phuket. The biggest island in Thailand is the perfect place to have a romantic escape, especially if you want to enjoy relaxation and rejuvenation right after…

  • 5 incredible new hotels in Koh Samui worth packing your bags for

    5 incredible new hotels in Koh Samui worth packing your bags for

    Like other tourist areas in Thailand, Koh Samui is slowly awakening from its pandemic-induced slumber. With its breathtaking white-sandy beaches and crystal clear waters, the island invites you to enjoy a memorable summer full of sun. And why not stay in one of Koh Samui’s newly opened hotels to get the freshest views? Here are some of the best new…

  • Best spot for surfing holiday at Four Points by Sheraton Phuket

    Best spot for surfing holiday at Four Points by Sheraton Phuket

    Press Release This green season is the perfect time to catch your wave and enjoy surfing in Phuket. Four Points by Sheraton Phuket Patong Beach Resort is a stunning beachfront resort situated in the North of Patong beach. Only a few steps from its crescent-shaped bay of white sand, one of the best spots for surfing. Ideal beach activity for…

  • How to open these 5 popular Thai fruits

    How to open these 5 popular Thai fruits

    With their bizarre textures, colours, shapes, sizes, and smells, Thai fruits are a delight for your eyes and taste buds. Sure, you can find these fruits anywhere in the world nowadays. However, they rarely taste as good as when you eat them in Thailand – especially when you come in the right season when they’re freshest! As juicy and tasty…

  • Make your dream vacation at these 5 grandest luxury villas in Phuket

    Make your dream vacation at these 5 grandest luxury villas in Phuket

    Sponsored Over the years, the island of Phuket has become a magnet for luxury travellers who seek to experience the finer things in life. While 5-star hotels and boutique resorts have gratified the needs of discerning holidaymakers, a relatively new form of accommodation has come to redefine the true meaning of a luxury stay – private villas. Set in the…

  • 5 beautiful glamping spots in Phuket to get closer to nature

    5 beautiful glamping spots in Phuket to get closer to nature

    Phuket has always been blessed with endless eye-shooting natural spots, from tropical rainforests to glorious shorelines. What better way to enjoy the island’s natural beauty than to go glamping? Fortunately, Phuket has its fair share of incredible places when it comes to glamping. Below, we’ve created a list of the best glamping spots in Phuket for those who want to…

  • Thailand targets Europe’s big guns to boost tourism as lockdown rules out China

    Thailand targets Europe’s big guns to boost tourism as lockdown rules out China

    With China still under lockdown measures and showing no signs of opening up any time soon Thailand is focusing on the big spenders of Europe and India to boost tourism and its ailing economy. China was Thailand’s biggest source of tourists in the pre-Covid-19 era but with 40 cities still under lockdown it is unlikely the country will see any…

  • Thai PM looks for Field of Dreams reaction on the back of new medical tourism hub

    Thai PM looks for Field of Dreams reaction on the back of new medical tourism hub

    “If you build it, they will come,” so said Kevin Costner’s character in the 1989 movie Field of Dreams. And the Thai PM, Prayuth Chan-o-cha, plans to take a leaf out of the Field of Dreams’ story book and do something similar by building and promoting a medical tourism hub to attract more foreign visitors to the country post-pandemic. Thailand…

  • Best golf destinations in Koh Samui 2022

    Best golf destinations in Koh Samui 2022

    All the golfers know that golfing isn’t just a sport but an experience. Golfing offers the whole package, good exercise, beautiful scenery, great company and off-course entertainment. Koh Samui, one of the most beautiful islands globally, affords you the best-golfing experiences. The best of Koh Samui’s golf courses combine challenging greens and well-maintained fairways that integrate into some of the…

  • Top 5 beach clubs in Hua Hin for your perfect holiday

    Top 5 beach clubs in Hua Hin for your perfect holiday

    Lean back on the sunbed, sip on a pina colada, vibe to the beats, and be in the moment. Soak up the sea, the blue skies and the sun. Sounds like a perfect escape? If so, a beach club is where you need to be. It’s where luxury and comfort meet the sea. Just a 3 to 4 hour drive…

  • Hot, damn hot – 10 ways to cope with humidity in Thailand

    Hot, damn hot – 10 ways to cope with humidity in Thailand

    February to May is the hottest time of the year in most of Thailand. And after the heat comes the rain. Then it’s hot AND humid. Actually it’s usually reasonably humid all through the year. But, whilst it can be a bit of a shock for tourists used to a colder or dry-air climate, it doesn’t take too long to get used…

  • Family-friendly activities to do in Phuket 2022

    Family-friendly activities to do in Phuket 2022

    If you love Thailand, you’ve undoubtedly heard of Phuket, the biggest island in Thailand that sits on the vast Andaman Sea. The island city is a popular tourist destination for everything it offers- from pristine beaches, mouth-watering cuisines, beautiful temples, thrilling activities and exotic hotels. Whether you seek a relaxing or adventurous holiday, the island city has it all! The…

  • 5 hotels you have to stay in Khao Yai to escape into nature

    5 hotels you have to stay in Khao Yai to escape into nature

    When planning our perfect vacation, we usually face a dilemma- the beach or the mountain? Thailand has many beautiful beaches but did you know that your escape into the serene mountainous nature is just three hour’s drive away from the bustling city of Bangkok? Khao Yai, which literal translation is ‘the large mountain’, is home to Thailand’s first national park.…

  • Top 5 amazing hotels to stay in Krabi 2022

    Top 5 amazing hotels to stay in Krabi 2022

    Indeed, if you love Thailand, you’ve heard of the Krabi province. Well-known for its beaches and island, the west coast province has so much more- limestone cliffs, hot spring, a wildlife sanctuary, sea caves, flourishing coral reefs, national parks and exotic marine life. Of course, it is no surprise that the beautiful province boasts the best hotels you can stay…

  • Best staycation hotels in Bangkok 2022

    Best staycation hotels in Bangkok 2022

    Are you struggling to satisfy your wanderlust amidst travel and budget restrictions? Have you been yearning to take a break from the hustle and bustle in Bangkok? What if we tell you that there is a budget-friendly, stress-free and safe way to satisfy all your needs? Take a staycation! What does staycation mean? Well, “Staycation” is a ‘vacation’ spent ‘staying…

  • Top 10 hard truths of living as an expat in Thailand

    Top 10 hard truths of living as an expat in Thailand

  • Top 10 English-language movies made in Thailand (or mostly in Thailand)

    Top 10 English-language movies made in Thailand (or mostly in Thailand)

    Thailand is active in attracting foreign movie makers, and has been for decades. Many well known movies have been either partially or totally filmed in Thailand. From ‘The Killing Fields’ to ‘Around the World in 80 Days’ and the latest in the ‘Fast & Furious’ franchise (around Krabi). Some of Thailand’s scenery is unique and the film crews are well…

  • Interesting facts about Chinese New Year tradition in Thailand

    Interesting facts about Chinese New Year tradition in Thailand

    Chinese New Year is one of the biggest festivals in Asia. While most Westerners experience ‘Chinese New Year’ by watching parades in Chinatown and having a great meal, its traditions vary from country to country. Around 15% of the population of Thailand are believed to be descended from Chinese settlers who arrived in Thailand in the early nineteenth century. As…

  • 25 houses collapse into canal in Samut Prakan

    25 houses collapse into canal in Samut Prakan

    25 Samut Prakan houses fell into the Khlong Bang Hia canal last night in the Bang Phli district. Local people said embankments along the canal and pond had been sinking since Monday, and a subcontractor unsuccessfully tried to repair them. The earth embankment finally broke on Thursday night, and water from the canal flooded into the nearby pond. After the…