Ayutthaya Gold Rush

Ayutthaya Gold Rush One day is all you need to see the unearthed treasures of Siam’s old capital  Words & Photos: P/K/A In the 17th century, Siam’s old capital of Ayutthaya was renowned among European traders for its wealth and thriving international trade –...

Teak Trails

Teak Trails  How a timber boom helped shape the Kingdom of Siam Words & Photos: Ron Emmons Beginning of the Teak Boom In the mid-19th century, the Kingdom of Siam was virtually unknown to the outside world, but that started to change in 1855 when King Mongkut of...

Buddhist Culture Trips Luang Prabang

Buddhist Culture Trips Luang Prabang Intimate, personal and insight-rich, Orange Robe Tours offers visitors a unique opportunity to explore the sacred side of Luang Prabang. This profit-for-a-purpose social enterprise employs novices and monks who have recently left...

Cuisine Wat Damnak

French Khmer Flair  Siem Reap   Cuisine Wat Damnak opened its doors 12 years ago and quickly earned a reputation as one of Siem Reap’s best restaurants. Food critics agreed: this cutting-edge eatery was also among the first in Cambodia to be listed as one of Asia’s 50...

Romeo Who?

Romeo Who?Singapore Romeo & Juliet is a timeless romantic tale, but what if the ending we know so well was just the beginning? The hilarious Tony-nominated Broadway musical “& Juliet” explores this notion by giving our star-crossed lover the chance to choose...