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Vineyards, national parks and a slice of Europe – why Khao Yai is worth a detour from Bangkok

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Khao Yai, located a three-hour drive from Bangkok, is a preferred weekend getaway for affluent city folk.

Khao Yai, located a three-hour drive from Bangkok, is a preferred weekend getaway for affluent city folk.

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KHAO YAI, Thailand – Turn back the clock 50 years, and check in at a lobby that looks like a rural train station, chock-full of vintage travel memorabilia. Sleep in an actual train car, refitted with creature comforts, surrounded by forests and lakes. Sample the aromatic flavours of Thai cooking using organic produce and local herbs.

Khao Yai, located a three-hour drive from Bangkok, is a popular weekend getaway for affluent city folk.

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