When it isn’t increasing the price of rent at JJ Market, the State Railway of Thailand is busy joining forces with Tourism Authority of Thailand to introduce a special five-day trip around the Isaan provinces. Starting from Bangkok you’ll travel by train to Khon Kaen, Kalasin, Roi Et, Nakhon Phanom and Mukdaharn stopping off along the way to pay your respects at sacred temples, visit ancient dinosaur sites and explore pretty old towns. The trip runs from May 25-29 and costs from B6,900 per person, inclusive of all transport, accommodation and meals. Seats are limited. For details please contact 02-933-4180, TAT call center 1672 or SRT call center 1690.