Discover the colors of thailand with zocales

Discover the colors of thailand with zocales - Zocales

“To move, to breathe, to fly, to float, to roam the roads of land remote, to travel is to live.” - Hans Christian Andersen

Best known for the awe-inspiring beaches to relax, antique yet stunning temples to visit, thrilling wildlife to experience, delicious squid to taste, Thailand stands on the top position in the list of best tourist locations in South East Asia. One can never get bored in this beautiful country, which is often called the “Land of Smiles”. Thailand is filled with hundreds of pristine islands and national parks that it is next to impossible to experience the whole of Thailand in one go.

Here is a list of top 6 places you should not skip out at any cost on your next Thai adventure -

1. Grand Palace 

Located at the heart of Bangkok, this is undoubtedly the most famous landmark to visit in Thailand. Spread across 218,400 sq. meters of area, this spectacular palace continues to awe visitors with its splendid architecture and intricate detailing that rightly reflect the craftsmanship of Thai people.

2. Damnoen Saduak Floating Market

A visit to Thailand’s floating markets is surely a great way to start your morning with. Arrive early to avoid boat traffic and bag the best bargains. Don’t worry about the breakfast, as you will get everything from delicious coconut pancakes to stir fried dishes, which you can eat on the long-tail boat as you see the market. You will be amazed to see the honesty of local people who works there with full zeal and enthusiasm.

Damnoen Saduak Floating Market in thailand - Zocales

3. Elephant Nature Park

Spend a day at the Elephant Nature Park, which is a rescue and rehabilitation center for abused, elderly and injured Asian elephants. Visitors are free to interact with these elephants and can bathe them in the river. One will surely leave this place with a newfound respect and unconditional love for these species.

Elephant nature park in thailand - Zocales

 4. Koh Lanta Island

Less than an hour’s boat ride from Krabi, Koh Lanta is actually made up of several little islands, the most famous of which is Koh Lanta Yai. This pristine island offers breath-taking scenic views and a laid back atmosphere with a beautiful lush forest backdrop.

An absolute heaven for beach lovers.

5. Long Neck Hill Tribe Villages

It’s really exciting to meet the women of Karen Long Neck Tribe who wear brass coils wrapped around their necks and try to sell you their crafts at very reasonable prices.

Long Neck Hill Tribe Villages in thailand - Zocales

6. Khao Yai National Park

Home to rich diversity of animal species and several evergreen forests, this place is a must visit if you are a true nature lover. It is the second largest national park in Thailand blessed with scenic waterfalls, mountainous slopes and lush tropical rainforests.

Book your tickets today and get soaked in the magnificent views of Thailand.

What makes a great travel partner

What makes a great travel partner - Zocales

“In Life, It’s Not Where You Go, It’s Who You Travel With” –  Charles Schulz

To travel is to live and it makes one a happy person while widening their perspectives in life.Some people choose to travel aloneas they can solely decide what, when, where and how things are to be scheduled whereas few prefer to travel with their best buddy as it makes them embrace the unexpected adventure and try things which one may have not done solo.
Finding the perfect travel buddy who is as curious about anything and everything existing in the world as you are can be a tough and challenging task but certainly not the impossible one. No one would like to travel with the person they don’t like and spoil their trip by clashing on petty things and comes back home with not so pleasant memories.
So let’s see what actually makes a great travel partner -

1. Travel with one who really helps in organizing the whole trip and respects your decisions. Two people cannot want the same things at the same time so it’s better to communicate your desires and mutually decide which way to go instead of disrespecting your partner’s needs.
2. Money becomes an issue even with the best of friends so make sure that you both have the same budgets before you decide to travel together. Nothing is worse than a partner who always compromise on quality to save on their wallets or drags you to ‘over your budget’ places so better to settle on these things before heading for the trip.
3. Choose someone whose interests and energy level match yours to create some unforgettable memories. An adventurer won’t be happy lazing around on beaches or in the resorts. He/she will always look for something exciting to do, so make sure that you both are on the same page and wish to fulfill same kind of activities.
4. Missed a flight? Started raining when it was supposed to be a sunny day? Don’t panic, as it never helps in solving the problem but look for the best possible alternatives with your partner. Travel with someone who is flexible and easygoing when plans don’t sail smoothly as you expected them to be.Well, unplanned things always end up creating the best of memories.
5. Being with someone who finds enjoyment and beauty even in the smallest of things is simply just awesome.
6. If the person can make you smile in the darkest situations, have always been by your side through thick and thin, stay calm and positive whatever the situation be,willing to try new things, then you have definitely got yourself a great travel buddy.

Drop all your work for a while; pack up your bags and head out into the unknown to explore the farthest reaches of the worldwith a great partner who wants to travel as much as you do.

No road is long and no journey is tiring if you have a good company to travel with.

Let's learn some camping tips

Let's learn some camping tips - Zocales

Cold air
Dark night
Warm fire
Bright stars

Camping is the art of getting closer to nature while getting farther away from the cold beverages or your most loved Italian dishes, hot steamy showers and flush toilets.Camping lets you talk with the nature and a great way to get some fresh air.  Sit around a roaring bonfire, laugh out at the silliest jokes, share the deepest secrets with your close friends, tell ghost stories, marvel at the glorious beauty of shimmering stars, listen to soft music and say bye to the luxuries of your life for a day.

Let’s look at some camping tips to help your journey go as smoothly as possible -

• Do a thorough research about the place you are going to visit before making any reservations and check the camping rules about what you can and cannot do. Don’t forget to check the weather forecast as well because you surely won’t be pleased if heavy rains or scorching heat welcomes you with wide-open arms. Things may not go as you planned,as nature is always known for unexpected surprises so better be prepared for the worst and pack accordingly.
• Make sure that you have all the required equipment and tools to fix the tent. Practice to set up your tent in the backyard a few times to check if everything goes all right as nothing worse than getting to a campsite, and finding out that you missed one tool at home. Practicing at home will ensure you on how to put up and take down the tent with ease.
• Your camping night could turn to a nightmare if all of a sudden, flashlight batteries die or you are left with nothing to eat so it’s always better to double up your essentials that include water, non-perishable food, toilet paper, batteries, blankets etc.
• Wrong bedding is going to make your camp night miserable so don’t commit this mistake and buy appropriate sleeping bags with no hurries.

Things to pack -

1. Bug spray
2. Flashlights to help you get through woods in dark.

Simple road trip hacks you need to know

Simple road trip hacks you need to know - Zocales

“Because the greatest part of a road trip isn’t about arriving at your destination. It’s all  the wild stuff that happens along the way.” - Emma Chase

Isn’t it exciting to drive on the open roads with your closest friends with no map in the hands and destination remains unfixed till the end?
Sounds crazy.
A road trip surely create life-lasting memories and brings adventure by forcing people to experience uncommon things that come their way like sudden snack breaks at roadside food joints, crazy drive moments, getting lost in unfamiliar roads.
Of course any vacation, be it a small road trip or a day off to some hilly areas demands a lot of preparation so that no unwanted trouble comes your way and makes the journey difficult.

Let’s look at some simple yet useful tips up your sleeves for an amazing road trip -

1. Finding the perfect wheels to travel on is the most important and time-consuming task that must be fulfilled with utmost attention. You definitely need a vehicle in a good enough condition to go thousands of miles with no stops, big enough to occupy all the travellers with their luggage and economic enough in terms of fuel consumption. Take your vehicle for a small test-drive and check if it functions smoothly.
2. Travel light and pack things that are required instead of stuffing your suitcases with unnecessary supplies. Save car space for passengers, not suitcases.
3. As you won’t be having enough time to see everything along the route, make a flexible itinerary with all the possible worth going places covered so that you don’t miss out on anything.
4. To avoid making your car look like a total mess even after you have spend good number of hours with no stops, bring along cleaning wipes in bundle and keep a small dustbin to collect the trash.
5. It’s better to unplug all your electronic devices and just enjoy the scenic beauty of nature during your road trip but if one is not ready to go off the grid due to social commitments or out of habit, keep a multi-charger or a fully charged power bank so that your phone doesn’t run out of battery.
6. Make sure you have curated a playlist with all your most loved songs well in advance, as it’s no surprise if your cellular services show thumbs down at any moment. Download the required mobile applications ahead of time to avoid eating into your data plan.
7. Does car travelling makes you go green with nausea? Motion sickness is no surprise but can make your trip a disaster so avoid succumbing to it and take precautions well in advance.

• Look for snacks that contain ginger or peppermint.
• Take frequent breaks
• Distractions are a great way to decrease car sickness so take your mind off by listening to music or playing fun games with your friends.

Road trips is no easy task as you are going to hit traffic jams, car break down, speed bumps but it all makes worth when you end up having incredible views seized in your eyes and some great memories of a lifetime with the ones you love.