Philipp Meier
Travel Writer | Copywriter | Guidebook Author | Content Creator
South China Morning Post
Philipp is Phuket-based and specialises in round-ups and features that centre on Thailand. A big fan of independent travel, he's passionate about Thai culture and wandering off Thailand's well-trodden tourist trail. His work has appeared in titles worldwide, including CNN Travel, Lonely Planet, National Geographic Traveller India, South China Morning Post, Culture Trip, and inflight magazines such as Cathay and Sawasdee.
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18 May 2025
There's good reason tourists follow the footsteps of the pirates once present in the Krabi town of Ao Nang
18 May 2025
48 Hours in Ao Nang
Escape - The Sunday Telegraph
Longtail boats anchored at the water's edge, gentle, emerald waves lapping over white sand, bioluminescent plankton and a hippie enclave, all under the watch of a giant rock the shape of a stalagmite...
10 May 2025
Across Asia & Afar
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In my feature for asianTraveler, I showcase Thailand's iconic landmarks as well as hidden gems, culinary delights, and the rich culture that opens travelers' minds.
I particularly love the culture...
24 Mar 2025
I Visited Thailand's Most Underrated Mountain Village For Coffee Lovers
Travel and Leisure Asia | India
How Huai Hom in Thailand overcame deforestation and the opium trade to become a global hotspot for craft coffee
01 Mar 2025
How A Camping Trip In Thailand's Khao Lak Helped Me Get Back On Track With My Girlfriend
Travel and Leisure Asia | India
Khao Lak in Southern Thailand might be better known for its beaches, but a jungle getaway proved otherwise
19 Feb 2025
In Phuket's Thalang district, you'll find evergreen national parks, cosy open-sided cafés, and markets that feel enchantingly local. Follow our guide to the top spots
02 Feb 2025
Phuket 101
Escape
In my first piece for Escape, I wrote about the best coffee, best beaches, best cultural attractions, and more. While Phuket is an indisputable tourism hub, it still has its secrets
11 Jan 2025
What to Eat and Drink in Phuket
Lonely Planet
The food of Phuket has a jumble of influences with no counterpart elsewhere in Thailand. Here are the best dishes to try when you're there
08 Jan 2025
Phuket's Vegetarian Festival, Where Extreme Body Piercings Bring Blessings
South China Morning Post
Every autumn in Phuket, those chosen by the gods are impaled with spikes, swords and more in one of Thailand's most unusual religious events.
Due to the language barrier, it was incredibly...
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