Your Local Travel Buddy

Hi, I’m Marvin – your travel buddy here in Thailand!

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Ready to ditch the overwhelm of travel planning? Let me guide you through the hidden gems of Thailand. Discover the local culture, taste authentic cuisine, and create unforgettable memories.

🧭 Custom Trip Planning

1-on-1 calls to figure out what you actually want. Then I build your ideal route, with real local insight.

🍹 Welcome Drink

I meet you when you arrive! We grab a quick drink, I make sure you feel good, and you can ask me anything.

📲 Ongoing Support

While you’re in Thailand, I’m one message away. Whether something goes wrong—or you just want a food rec—I’ve got you.

Not a travel agency. Not a tour. Just… real.

This isn’t some big company or AI trip planner. It’s just me—living in Thailand, loving this country, and helping people have a better experience.

  • I don’t upsell or push tours.
  • I’ll never ghost you.
  • I genuinely want you to have the best trip possible.

Whether it’s your first time in Asia or you just want someone real to help make it smoother—I’m your local travel buddy.

Hey, I’m Marvin — and I’m here to help you experience Thailand the way it should be: exciting, smooth, and real.

I believe travel should feel exciting, not overwhelming.
Personal, not cookie-cutter.
Like a real adventure, but with someone who’s got your back.

Let’s plan something great.

Marvin van der Sluis

Your Local Travel Buddy

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