Bangkok travel notes, behind the scenes of Oscar’s Notebook, excerpts from The Season of Breath and stories for little ones: all of Mr Schaka’s articles, newest first.
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Prince-Bishops’ Palace Liège: courtyards, tours and Archéoforum
Carved columns you can see for free, free guided tours and the Archéoforum beneath Place Saint-Lambert: my guide to the Prince-Bishops’ Palace…
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Sukhothai Historical Park: Getting There, Cycling, Temples
Sukhothai Historical Park, the cradle of Siam: how to get there from Bangkok, zones and tickets, cycling the ruins, must-see temples and…
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Koh Chang from Bangkok: Bus, Ferry and Best Beaches
Koh Chang from Bangkok: bus or minivan, the ferry from Laem Ngop, 2026 prices, west coast beaches, waterfalls and the best season…
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Sanctuary of Truth Pattaya: Opening Hours, Prices and Tips
The Sanctuary of Truth in Pattaya, a 105-metre carved wooden palace by the sea: its history, opening hours, 2026 prices, dress code…
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High Fens from Liège: Botrange, Boardwalks and Walks Guide
A day in the High Fens from Liège: Signal de Botrange, wooden boardwalks, areas closed after the 2026 fire, and how to…
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Khao Yai National Park from Bangkok: a practical guide
Khao Yai National Park from Bangkok: getting there by car, bus or train, the 400 baht entrance fee, waterfalls, elephants, best season…
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PM2.5 in Thailand: when, where and how to plan your trip
Smoke season in the north, Bangkok in the dry season, reading the AQI, the Air4Thai and IQAir apps, the southern islands: how…
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Thai Fruits Guide: Durian, Mangosteen, Seasons and Prices
Durian, mangosteen, rambutan, mango: my practical guide to Thai fruits, with seasons, market prices and the rules you need to know about…
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Erawan Falls guide: the 7 tiers, opening hours, fees and access
Erawan Falls near Kanchanaburi: seven tiers of emerald pools, nibbling fish, opening hours, the foreigner entrance fee and bus 8170 from town…
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Jim Thompson House Bangkok: History, Tickets and Visiting Tips
Six teak houses, the story of Thai silk and a disappearance never solved: everything you need to know to visit the Jim…
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Museum of Walloon Life in Liège: visit, prices and puppets
The Museum of Walloon Life in Liège tells the story of everyday Walloon life and brings Tchantchès to life. Opening hours, prices,…
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Chiang Rai in One Day: White Temple, Blue Temple and Black House
White Temple, Blue Temple and Black House: opening hours, 2026 prices, the bus from Chiang Mai and the best visiting order to…
