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Black Ivory Coffee – Made in Thailand

thegibbs — Fri, 10 Jan 2020 05:00:32 +0000

Refined by elephants, Black Ivory Coffee is the world’s most expensive coffee, and the most unique flavour you’ll have ever tasted. Being a coffee-fanatic, ever since I read about Black Ivory Coffee, I’ve been wanting to try it. Unfortunately, it’s not that easy to find, even though it is produced in Thailand. In 2017 only…

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Anantara Golden Triangle: a three-country view complete with elephants

thegibbs — Wed, 11 Apr 2018 07:00:37 +0000

Balconies overlooking lush grasslands scattered with elephants. A backdrop of Laos and Myanmar in the background. A luxurious day spa and incredible views from your breakfast table. Welcome to the Anantara’s Golden Triangle offering. An hour northeast from Chiang Rai, the Anantara resort might seem remote for Thai standards, but in fact, it’s a pleasurable…

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Pa Sak Tong, a stunning 6-star resort in Chiang Rai

thegibbs — Sat, 10 Mar 2018 03:00:58 +0000

For between 39,000 – 415,000 Baht a night you can rent a villa or the whole 29 acre luxury Pa Sak Tong estate, with space for up to 18 guests. Chiang Rai is the quieter, less developed sister city of Chiang Mai, and offers less commercialism, more nature and a glimpse into real Thailand. Visitors…

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The Hall of Opium Museum

thegibbs — Tue, 06 Feb 2018 07:00:36 +0000

The Hall of Opium Museum located in the Golden Triangle is a comprehensive history of the regions affinity for opium. From its early use by farmers, through to colonial trading, opium warlords, drug smuggling and the devastating effects of opium on individuals, communities and society, The Hall of Opium Museum is incredibly educating and informative.…

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The Black, White and Blue temples of Chiang Rai

thegibbs — Sat, 03 Feb 2018 07:00:04 +0000

For those who find Chiang Mai too busy, Chiang Rai will seem much more relaxing and manageable. A sleepier and more traditional Thai city, Chiang Rai was founded about 30 years before Chiang Mai by the same King, and at the time it was the capital of the Mengrai Kingdom (later known as the Lanna…

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One night in Chiang Khong

thegibbs — Mon, 08 Jan 2018 02:30:19 +0000

Chiang Khong is a border crossing to Laos and a sleepy Thai town adjacent to an even more sleepy river. Many travellers don’t even stop in Chiang Khong as their destinations are on the other side of the Friendship Bridge; Huay Xai, the Mekong River and after a boat ride, the serene Luang Prabang. While…

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The peak of Phu Chi Fah

thegibbs — Thu, 07 Dec 2017 10:00:51 +0000

On the border of Thailand and Laos is the impressive 1,700 metre peak of Phu Chi Fah. If you make the short climb up the mountain (around 760m from the car park) you will be rewarded with breathtaking views, and a near bird’s eye view of Bokeo province valley and the mighty Mekong River below.…

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