We left the Khmer temples of Prasat Phanom Rung and nearby Prasat Muang Tam in Thailand’s remote Isaan region, which we’d woken up at 4am to drive to in order to capture the temples at their best at magic hour. And we began our drive back to Korat and another Khmer temple complex, Prasat Hin Phimai. … Read more
The spectacular ruins of the Khmer temple sanctuary of Prasat Phanom Rung and nearby Prasat Muang Tam are just a two-hour drive from Nakhon Ratchasima, more commonly known as Korat, in the southernmost part of the Isaan, Thailand’s large north-eastern region. It was the first stop on our road trip through the off the beaten … Read more
We love street food. Whether it’s yakitori in Tokyo or tacos al pastor in San Miguel de Allende, snacking on street food is an essential part of the travel experience, as is writing about it. But we also enjoy reading about, which is why we’ve started this series of street food stories. We love eating street … Read more
With its spiky skin and an odour that’s so offensive to some people that it’s often likened to smelly sports socks, the poor old durian is much-maligned by many. Yet for others the durian is the most beloved and most heavenly fruit around. Count me in! How many other pieces of fruit provoke authorities to … Read more
From the buzz of fashionistas chatting excitedly as they find their seats pre-show, to the moment the lights go down, music goes up and the first model hits the runway, fashion shows can be exhilarating – even electrifying – events, and the shows we saw at the 2011 Bangkok International Fashion Week were no exception. … Read more