Travel Information For Thailand
Thailand is the most popular destination in Southeast Asia. Millions of travelers from all over the world visit this beautiful country which is renowned for its hospitality, Buddhist temples and breathtaking natural beauty. Thailand has something to offer to everyone irrespective what your tastes are. The best time to visit Thailand is from February to March when the weather is perfect and the time is ideal to have a wonderful beach holiday. July to November can be uncomfortable since the rainy season starts in July and goes on till November. During this period, the weather can be unpredictable and extremely humid and sticky. The peak tourist seasons are August, November, December, February and...
Udonthani - Thailand's Jewel In The Northeast
Udonthani was founded in 1296 by King Mengrai. It became the capital of Lannathai Kingdom, and once the kingdom started to decline, the importance of Udonthani also started to diminish. The city was often occupied either by the invading Burmese troops or the Thais from Ayutthaya. King Taksin captured Udonthani from the Burmese in 1774 and ever since it has been a part of Thailand. Today, Udonthani is the second most important city in Thailand after Bangkok. Udonthani is 560 kilometers from Bangkok. When to Go to Udonthani If you are planning a visit to Udonthani, the best time is between November and March. During this time the weather is cool and temperatures are from 75°F to 89°F. During...
Travel Cheap to Thailand
Thailand is for many people one of the favorite destinations. And the reasons are pretty much obvious. Even if tourism has really grown during the recent years, Thailand still offers some pretty much unspoiled territories, precious beaches and an amazing cultural shock that you will probably prefer to miss your plane back home rather than coming back to your everyday's life. But to travel cheap to Thailand you really need to find out the right places or you will be abused as most tourists are. Travel deals when it comes to flying there are many, as competence for Thailand is very high and in this case travel agencies are strongly fighting one with each other. This, in the end, lets us find some very...
Northern Territory Travel tips and Tourist Information Guide
Northern territory travel guide via IRTOURING To the north, the territory is bordered by the Timor Sea, the Arafura Sea and the Gulf of Carpentaria. Despite its large area—over 1,349,129 square kilometres (520,902 sq mi), making it the third largest Australian federal division—it is sparsely populated. With a population of 227,025[2] it is the second least populous division on the mainland, after Jervis Bay Territory. The history of the Northern Territory began over 40,000 years ago when Indigenous Australians settled the region. Makassan traders began trading with the indigenous people of the Northern Territory for trepang from at least the 18th century onwards, and very likely for 300 years...
Tat Hueang Waterfall of Thailand
Loei is around 520 kilometers from Bangkok offering some of the most spectacular spots for tourists to enjoy. Although the province is located in the northeast, it has many things common with the northern region of Thailand, including its high hills and mountains which are home to many waterfalls. One such waterfall that is worth visiting in Loei is Tat Hueang Waterfall. Tat Hueang Waterfall, also known as Thai-Lao Waterfall, is fed by Hueang River and this means that you can see it right around the year. The Hueang River marks the boundary between Thailand and its neighbor, Laos, and the waterfall is jointly owned by the two countries. In fact, Tat Hueang Waterfall marks the border between Thailand...
Where To Stay In Thailand
Thailand is all about beautiful sandy beaches, lush green jungles, secluded hill tribes, mysterious caves, ornate temple, friendly people and mouth-watering food. Although these things are worth seeing, the fact remains that you will still need a place to stay at night. There are many opportunities in Thailand to enjoy once-in-a-lifetime experiences but you still need to figure out where to stay. Deciding on where to stay in Thailand can be a tricky thing if you do not handle it correctly. There are so many places to choose from but you need to figure out whether the hotel or guesthouse you select meets your needs. Thailand has world-class hotels and you need to do your homework well before leaving...
Thailand - Travel in Pai
Ever thought about traveling to Southeast Asia? Well, Thailand is the obvious place to start. Bangkok might as well be a bus station because in order to get to all the wonderful places in that part of the world, you will undoubtedly end up there at one point or another. It doesn't matter what you decide to do, whether to take a slow boat down the Mekong in Laos, go to Angkor Wat in Cambodia or see the Petronas towers of Malaysia, you will be hard-pressed to avoid the hustle and bustle of Bangkok! That said, Thailand has lots of little nooks and crannies that will make you very sad if you missed them! One of the most amazing of these little towns for me was Pai! Pai is located in Northern Thailand...
Khao San Road of Bangkok in Thailand
When I first came to Thailand I had not been overseas for a long time. I had been booked in for my first three nights at a small hotel on Khao San Road in Bangkok. I arrived at 2 am and found the whole street full of foreigners who seemed to be enjoying themselves greatly. After three days I moved into better accommodation on Khao San, and stayed there for three and a half months! The new hotel, Rikka Inn, did not take credit cards. Few Thai businesses seem to take credit cards. The new hotel was clean and comfortable, but noisy and each day it was fully occupied. The rooms were all taken by about 1 pm. Khao San Road proved to be an interesting place but a long way from the centre of things in...
Political Unrest in Thailand
The situation in Thailand reminds me the old saying - be careful what you ask for you may just get it. In September of 2006, Thailand went through a military coup. The military asked for the Prime Minister to step down. After the coup, the provisional government investigated the ousted Prime Minister and charged him with many things, mostly related to a misuse of his position as PM, which lead to a huge increase in his and his family's personal wealth. I had the fortune to be seated next to another expat on my travels from Thailand recently, he from the UK and me from the US. He lived in Thailand outside Bangkok and me living in Bangkok. We had a discussion about ousted PM Taskin. He indicated that...
Discover Thailand - Travel Itineraries and Tips For Thailand
Thailand is the most visited tourist destination of Southeast Asia, with a tropical climate, breathtaking natural beauty, inspiring temples, great beaches and superb cuisine. Even inexperienced travelers can travel independently in Thailand, as long as they don't travel too far off the beaten track. Adventurous travelers could head almost anywhere without too much difficulty. The itinerary below will give first-time visitors a whirlwind tour of the country: Day 1 - Arrive in Bangkok. Day 2 - Bangkok. Day 3 - Day trip to Ayutthaya to see the historic ruined temples; or for nature lovers, a trip to Khao Yai National Park. Return in the evening. Days 4-6 - Fly from Bangkok to Chiang Mai and explore the...
Thai Food
Thai food is widely known for being hot and spicy since almost all Thai food is cooked with basic ingredients such as garlic, chillies, lime juice, lemon grass and fresh coriander leaf and fermented fish sauce (nam pla) or shrimp paste (kapi) to make it salty. Since rice is the staple food in Thailand, it is usually eaten at every meal with soups, curries, fried vegetables and nam phrik. Nam phrik is a hot sauce prepared in a variety of ways and differs from region to region: nam phrik pal pon is a ground dried fish and chilli sauce, nam phrik pla raa is a fermented fish and chilli sauc, nam phrik kapi is a shrimp paste and chilli sauce, nam phrik oong is a minced pork, tomato and chilli sauce. In...
Backpacking In Thailand
Planning a trip to Thailand appeals to travelers of all shapes, sizes and budgets because it is quite easy to navigate about the different cities and main attractions. The travel is also inexpensive, leaving you with more money to explore the booming silk industry, as well as the delicious cuisine. Thai food melds a combination of mind, body and soul into their spicy and sweet balanced meals, offering some of the best dishes in the world. Why Thailand is So Popular When planning a backpacking trip to Thailand, you may have heard of what attracts tourists to the various areas about the country. In the North, trekking through the mountains is quite popular. More than 300 temples can be located in the...
Thailand is seeing serious growth in property sales.
cl Property buyers are getting excited by the northern city of Chiang Mai and the beautiful islands of the south. Thailandâs recent tourism push is reaping dividends and it is on schedule for ten per cent annual growth in international visitors. According to the Tourism Authority of Thailand, there were 13.82 million visitors in 2006; 14.8 million visited in 2007 and 15.5 million are targeted this year. According to Liam Bailey of David Stanley Redfern: âThe Thai economy got off to a scintillating start in 2008, with first quarter growth up six per cent on the same period last year, and up 5.7% on the last quarter of 2007. After two years of political turmoil culminating in a coup last...
Pai
ss="articletext">Pai is a small town that most visitors agree has a unique character that is different from anywhere else in Thailand. This seems to be based on the special atmosphere that it has rather than any major sites or attractions. The town is located in a flat and mostly dry valley that is no different from many other rural farming communities in this part of the country. It has a remote location with the nearest town being Mae Hong Song, one of Thailand's northernmost towns, next to Burma's no-go Shan State. It's a wonderful place to escape the world and its problems. Reaching Pai by car or bus is part of the enjoyment, as the narrow road winds over the top of mountains amid lush forests...
Wat Phra Kaew - The First Most Visited Temple In Bangkok
Wat Phra Sri Ratana Sasadaram, officially called "the temple of the Emerald Buddha" or "Wat Phra Kaew", had built in the reign of "King Rama I", Phra Bat Somdej Phra Phuttha Yod Fa Chula Lok Maha Raja, the founder of the Chakri Dynasty. The construction work had begun in 1782 and completed in 1784. The temple of the Emerald Buddha, the royal chapel, is located east, adjoining the Grand Palace. The temple is particularly built to house the Emerald Buddha, a Buddha image which King Rama I brought from Vientiane when he captured the city. Although it is the most national sacred temple, there is no any resident monk. But, it has only elaborately decorated holy buildings, statues, and pagodas. Major...
The IMPACT Exhibition and Convention Centre, which is located in the suburbs of Bangkok is known for its excellent facilities and services. This state-of-the-art convention centre is the recipient of the “Super brands of Thailand” award for its extraordinary accomplishments. The venue boasts a massive exhibition area which is comprised of more than 140,000 square meters of exhibition space, a huge parking lot that can accommodate 20,000 cars, great international and local restaurants and dining areas and a highly qualified staff. The venue also offers excellent transportation facilities. The IMPACT Exhibition and Convention Centre includes its own Arena, an Exhibition Centre, the IMPACT...
Guide to Moving to Thailand
All businesses in Thailand are on one of the three business lists put forward by the Thai government. It is advisable to check which list your business category is a part of, before you decide to move business operations to Thailand. If your business is on List 1, you will not be allowed to set up your business in Thailand as these businesses can only be run by locals. For businesses that are on the second list, all that you will need to start running your business on Thai soil is an approval from the Thai Minister of Commerce and the Thai Cabinet. Businesses on List 3 will need to get the permission of the Director-General of the Department of Business Development, along with approval from the...
Guide to family friendly Resorts in Phuket, Thailand
Taking the whole family on vacation can be very rewarding, but there are also a number of things to take into consideration in order to be sure your family holiday is a trouble free success. With many resorts that have taken steps to help all members of the family enjoy themselves, beautiful and exotic Thailand has many things to offer the whole family. When looking for a family friendly hotel in Thailand, below are some things to consider. Family friendly rooms Interconnecting rooms are a given when traveling with children of a certain age, but some hotels go further with specially designed rooms that really make your stay more comfortable. The Holiday Inn Phuket Resort offers kid`s suites, their...
Port Macquarie has one of the most agreeable climates in all of Australia, so it should come as no surprise that this area continues to grow in popularity as one of the country's premier tourist destinations. With Camden Haven, a number of national parks, and Wauchope all within striking distance, the greater Port Macquarie area has enough to keep your whole family busy for as long as you want to stay and enjoy the sites and sounds. The best part is, there's no time of year that is off-limits, because Port Macquarie enjoys such a reasonable climate. Port Macquarie is perfectly situated in between the Hastings River on the one side and the Pacific Ocean on the other. That means that both fresh and...
25 Things You Did Not Know You Could do in Bali
As they say, ‘one trip to Bali is never enough'. Vast, seemingly endless beaches, beautiful tropical landscapes, the fascinating culture, amazingly hospitable people and shopping for local crafts continue to attract repeat visitors to Bali, time and time again. However, as I have been discovering in my recent trips, there is more to this tropical paradise than meets the eye. Today you can also add to my list above, the attraction of a myriad of activities catering to both the action oriented holiday maker and the more staid. Here is a starter list of 25 new things you may want to try when you are next in Bali: 1) Bird Park You don't need to be a bird watcher to enjoy this colourful park. Take a...
Thailand - Sights and Travel Tips
Thailand is a very popular tourist destination in Asia and it is not hard to see why. The country offers an abundance of natural attractions, unique cuisine, and great people - not to mention fantastic weather! Visa Requirements Visitors from most Asian nations as well as tourists from the European Union and Western countries are not required to have a visa to enter Thailand if their primary purpose for visiting is a vacation. However, you need to have a passport valid for at least six months from the date of your arrival in the country. Depending on the home country and the means of transportation, visitors get permits of different lengths, so it is best to get in touch with the Ministry of Foreign...
Tourist Attraction Great Wall Of China
you said that you have been to China as a sight seeing tourist, invariably people will ask you whether you have you visited The Great Wall Of China. Why are people so obsessed with this ancient fortress monument? Well, as someone who have taken a sightseeing tour of the Great Wall, I can sum it up in one word. The Great Wall of China is awesome! I was awestruck by the spectacular scenery and its courageous history. This gigantic monument is considered by many people as one of the wonders of the world. Any tourist traveling to China must definitely make visit the Chinese tourist attraction. The Great Wall of China is over 2,000 years old and it is a monument rich in history. It was first conceived...