What happens when a centuries-old Indigenous philosophy turns into a giant, colorful celebration on a mountaintop? You get the Guelaguetza Festival—a dazzling display of community, culture, and generosity that transforms Oaxaca into a living stage of ancient traditions. It’s not just a dance festival. It’s a living embodiment of the Zapotec spirit of giving.
When you think of paradise, chances are your mind drifts to powdery white beaches, turquoise lagoons, and towering limestone cliffs rising straight from the sea. Welcome to the Phi Phi Islands — a sun-drenched archipelago off the coast of Krabi that’s famous for its jaw-dropping beauty and for starring in one of the most iconic travel films ever: The Beach.
Imagine standing above the clouds, wrapped in cool mountain air, with the scent of pine and wet moss all around you. Welcome to Doi Inthanon National Park, home to the highest point in Thailand and one of the most magical highland escapes in the north.