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Category FESTIVALS

Interesting Festivals in S.E.Asia

History of Phi Ta Khon

ผีตาโขน. Thailand is renowned for its vibrant and colourful festivals, each with unique cultural and historical significance. Among these, the Phi Ta Khon Ghost Festival stands out for its captivating blend of mythology, tradition, and community spirit. This article delves…

a trip report for the Chiang Khong Music festival in Thailand. Including amazing motorcycle roads - motogirlthailand

A fantastic two-day ride to visit the first-ever Chiang Khong Music Festival in Chiang Khong, along the Thai/Laos border. This ride took in many wonderful back roads and stunning misty mountain views. A truly perfect ride to a great event!…

a trip report banner image for Phi Ta Khon Ghost Festival in Dan Sai, Thailand

This Ghost Festival Ride takes you through fun and unexpected events, as I make my way down to Dan Sai to enjoy the vibrant and unique annual Phi Ta Khon celebrations. The festival typically takes place in June or July,…

Singha Park International Balloon Festival trip report banner

Singha Park International Balloon Festival (inc. the R109 and a ride to Doi Chang, Doi Wawi & Mae Suai Dam)(14th February 2019) The Chiang Rai Singha Park International Balloon Festival is a spectacular annual event, where participants from 14 countries…

a trip report for Bua Tong Sunflower Festival. Camping tent and motorcycle.

(16th November 2019) Having recently recovered from Bronchitis, I was beginning to feel the blues at having been sick for so long. I had already missed out on a fantastic rider Memorial Ride (GT.Rider) the previous weekend, so the doldrums…

People playing with water guns. Songkran Festival. Thai New Year. Chiang Mai. Thailand.

I have attended Songkran consecutively in Chiang Mai each year since 2007.Here is a selection of video clips and photos I have taken over this ten year Songkran period.NOTE: The old footage is not great quality. From 2015 onwards the…