Mathew Smith

Mathew Smith, a former language teacher from the UK, went to Thailand to teach in 1987, fell in love with Southeast Asia, and met his future wife. He now lives in Chiang Mai with his wife and daughter. Fluent in Thai, Mathew is universally loved by trip members for his extraordinary knowledge of Indochina's politics, history, and culture, his fabulous sense of humor, and his warm, easy-going style. Mathew is a gentleman and scholar with an uncanny ability to run a smooth trip that accommodates everyone's needs and desires. His love of the region, especially its history and peoples, is infectious.

Upcoming Trips:

Indochine, December 23, 2010-January 7, 2011
Indochine, February 12-27, 2011

Client Testimonials:


Excellent! Low-key, unflappable, great leader! Margaret Manson, Orange CA
Indochine Mathew was an excellent leader. He made us all feel comfortable and really tried to accommodate us in every way. He made special things happen. Jean Brenner, Carmel CA
Road to Mandalay I’d gladly add Matt to the pantheon of WT guides I’ve had the pleasure of traveling with over the last 10 years. He is warm, easy-going, and has a fabulous sense of humor. He is also extraordinarily knowledgeable about Indochina. Sarah Meyer, Seattle WA
Indochine Mathew Smith was a 5 star leader—always helpful, sociable, efficient, caring and topped off with a great sense of humor. We could not have asked for a better leader! Deborah Hyslop, New Orleans, LA
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I can’t say enough about Matt. He was fun, pleasant, extremely knowledgable and unflappable. Very easy to be with. Had a lot of confidence in him. Helaina Titus, San Mateo, CA
Indochine Mathew Smith was extremely knowledgeable and was able to explain the history in a manner that really kept one's attention. He's a very witty and wonderful guy, an asset to WT. Mary Malmquist, Stillwater MN
Indochine Mathew was simply outstanding. Extremely knowledgeable with a terrific sense of humor. Sandra Breaun, Oakland CA
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