Blog Posts
The posts are archived. Mainly from my site “Cool Travel Guide” where I wrote about our travels before 2010 when we started Grantourismo Travels.
Due to the age of these posts, some may be missing images…
Traffic Hazards in Thailand #3
Talk about a moveable feast! We were stuck behind traffic…
The disappointments of travel: Burger King at the Night Market
Our first night in Chiang Mai we thought we’d hit…
Local colour: painted buses and other vehicles
I love this spray-painted bus with its lurid colors. We’re…
Traffic Hazards in Thailand #2
This family driving along a highway in the south of…
Traffic Hazards in Thailand #1
As we drive around Thailand we’re struck by the number…
Touristic experiences #2: staged tourism and the charm of cute children
What is it about cute smiling kids in traditional costumes…
Touristic experiences #1: Thailand’s ‘longnecks’
There’s been so much written about and so many photos…
Assessing hotels: flip flops, yoga mats and other thoughtful extras
When we’re inspecting a hotel as part of our research…
Travel writing and the pace of research
This month-long research trip in Thailand for the new DK…
Thailand and good manners
We’ve already lost count of the number of luxury hotels…
Travelling: anticipation
So, do you want to come to Thailand? I’m travelling…
Travelling: inspirations #3
So just what inspires you to travel? I must admit…