Thailand for Nature Lovers: 3 National Park Escapes from Bangkok2026-05-042026-05-045 mins0Bangkok has a way of sweeping you up in its energy—rooftop bars, buzzing markets, temple-hopping, and streets…National Parks Marita Bestercontinue Reading..
Hellfire Pass: Walking Through History in Kanchanaburi2026-04-182026-04-185 mins0Sometimes, travel goes beyond admiring beautiful places—it becomes a journey into history. In Kanchanaburi, one place embodies…Hiking Marita Bestercontinue Reading..
Slow Travel from Bangkok to Kanchanaburi: A Train Journey2026-04-172026-04-174 mins0A few months ago, I went from Bangkok to Kanchanaburi for a few days. It turned into…Hiking Marita Bestercontinue Reading..
Talad Noi and Kudi Chin: Two Historic Riverside Neighbourhoods in Bangkok2026-04-092026-04-094 mins0The Chao Phraya River has long been the historical spine of Bangkok. Along its banks stand many…Bangkok Marita Bestercontinue Reading..
A Slow Visit to Bokkom Laan – Velddrif2026-04-052026-04-093 mins0Bokkoms are part of the West Coast in the same way salt air and wooden jetties are.…Slow Travel Marita Bestercontinue Reading..
How to Travel Thailand on a Budget (Without Missing the Point)2026-04-012026-04-095 mins0Travel is often seen as increasingly expensive and out of reach. But in this article, I want…Budget Travel Marita Bestercontinue Reading..
Hua Hin Travel Guide: Things to Do, Where to Stay & Travel Tips2026-03-302026-04-096 mins0I lived in Thailand for over 10 years, and while I was working in Bangkok, Hua Hin…Hua Hin Marita Bestercontinue Reading..
Hiking The Koringberg Koppie Trail – A Late Summer Hike in the Swartland2026-03-292026-04-095 mins0It started cool In early March, after a brief spell of rain, summer returned without warning for…Hiking Marita Bestercontinue Reading..
Field Notes From The Riebeeck Valley2026-03-242026-04-093 mins0Late summer is harvest time Late summer in the Riebeek Valley is harvest time. The surrounding vineyards…Field Notes Marita Bestercontinue Reading..
A Wanderer’s Guide to Kalk Bay’s Free-Spirited Vibe2026-03-242026-04-094 mins0Harbour Life Kalk Bay is a mood you can step into—a rhythm of crashing waves, calling gulls,…Cape Town Marita Bestercontinue Reading..