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Have you ever though about escaping from your daily, boring routine and diving into a fresh new world that you have never experienced before? Did it ever cross your mind that just a few hundred (heh, thousands probably!) miles away you could find the most exotic and colorful bazaar of people, religions and nature? Well, I bet you have thought about that but in most cases your mind would have fantasized about exotic beaches like Miami or the Caribbean isles. Not bad, not at all! However, I have something better to propose, Asia. Yes, if you are seeking for a brand new, shockingly different experience then Asia is the place to go! Asia is the mother of countless religions, cultures, stories and myths...

The Carlton Hotel is expediently positioned at the crossroads of Singapore's leading underground shopping mall. It is close to the busiest economic and Convention centers and just a couple of minutes away from educational and amusement zones of Singapore. Change International Airport is nearly 20 minutes drive by car, and City Hall Mass Rapid Transit for island-wide commuting is barely 5 minutes walking distance. Special provisions are offered in all 915 well done up stylish and pleasing to the eyes guestrooms with modern amenities and personal attention paid by all the staff members.  Reception desk services on the Carlton Club Floor are also out of the ordinary. An open-air swimming pool along...

Ah Spring, what a magical time of year. The cold of winter is starting to leave and the air is filled with that special feeling of renewal. Spring is a great time for flowers. Today, I'm going to point out six early spring flowers. Whether you're out to plant some flowers or just like to gaze, these six flowers are great. Iris Iris can be found all over the place--deserts of Europe, the Middle East and all across North America. Irises have varied color, but my favorite is the purple Irises. Snowflake In North America, we haven't seen too much of these. They are mainly on the east coast. I love their sort of droopy attitude. They are nice crisp white flowers. There is also a summer Snowflake...

Singapore has been known to some as the Garden City. Singapore's strategic position has helped it grow into a major center for trade, communications and tourism. From Singapore to Malaysia, you can take a bus or train ride or even walk across one of the two causeway bridges. Not only that, it is just a quick ferry trip to the key islands of the Riau archipelago of Indonesia. Thailand and the Philippines are a short plane journey away. Singapore, with an airport served by more than 69 airlines, is very much the gateway to Southeast Asia. Singapore has a population of about 4 million, which comprises of 77% Chinese, 14% Malays, 8% Indians and 1% Eurasians and people of other descent. It certainly is a...

Considered the entertainment center of China you will discover Hong Kong. Hong Kong is among the largest monetary centers in the world, and, great for both pleasure as well as business. Its capitalist economic climate is known to be one of the most flexible on the planet for 15 long years. It has a very diverse tradition that is caused by years of British occupation. It is a place in which the far east meets the west as evident of the many affects of the western globe mixed with the great tradition of the Chinese. Hong Kong is an ideal place for everyone who really wants to be introduced to the cultures of China without having to miss the ways of the brand new. It is a very important center for...

Many tourists visit Malaysia each year on their holidays. They are attracted by the beautiful diverse landscape and the cultural diversity that this popular country has to offer. Some holiday makers stay in self catering holiday accommodation in Malaysia and they use these holiday homes as a base to explore Malaysia. There are some stunning holiday villas with swimming pools in the coastal regions of Malaysia. It is also possible to rent self catering holiday apartments in some of the bigger cities. The name Malaysia itself suggests that the country is a minuscule of the large Asia. Truly Asia is not wrong in any aspect when we refer to Malaysia. The diversity of culture and the various tourist...

Thai work permit rules may soon be revised. This article looks at the possible impact these changes will have upon the visa extension process. There are many administrative rules, regulations, and procedures that are involved when discussing a Thai business visa extension. This is caused by the fact that many Thai government agencies have varying degrees of jurisdiction over different aspect of the Thai Immigration and work permit process. In the weeks leading up to the writing of this article there has been discussion regarding the implementation of new Thai work permit rules. In many ways, the revisions made to the Thai work permit rules can have an impact upon business decisions made by foreign...

I fell in love with Thailand many years ago, as so many visitors to this wonderful country do, with good reason. The beauty of such places as Phuket, koh samui etc is well documented, but less well known is the North east of Thailand, a region called Isaan. Isaan is situated on the Korat Plateau ( Korat is the name locals use for the city of Nakhon Ratchasima) and is bordered by the Mekong river to theEast and the North, Cambodia is to the south and the Petchabun mountains separate it from Central Thailand.Isaan is the poor part of Thailand, as agriculture is the economic mainstay, but the hot, dry climate doesn't really help the output! In spite of this the people are always genuinely smiling and...

Bangkok's history dates back to the year 1782 when it was established by the first monarch of the Chakri dynasty. It is the heart and soul of Thailand. The city is the center of spiritual, commercial, cultural, and educational activities. Spanning an area of more than 1500 square kilometers, it houses more than 10 million people Bangkok has grown to become an exciting and enchanting city. Bangkok is a city, which offers you the best of both the worlds - the urban life on one hand and the world of cultural ambience on the other hand. It is the perfect combination of the archaic and the modernized world. The cosmopolitan or the urban life is experienced if one walks down the streets of the Bangkok...

The Kwai River Bridge was made famous by the 1960s movie about a bamboo bridge being built by British Soldiers in Burma during World War II. This movie was mostly fiction, the bridge is of concrete/metal construction and it is actually located in Thailand. Thailand Tourism authority offers a great service of train tours. These are low cost trips that you can take that range from day trips to long weekends to various scenic parts of Thailand. Most of the trips begin and end in the Hua Laphong Rail Station, the main rail hub for passengers for the entire country. Pictures of this station are shown above. The station is clean and organized, but beware, it is also VERY busy. As a side note: Thailand...

Bangkok, with all its wonderful temples, such as the "Wat Po" which has the longest Buddha in the world, or the Grand Palace "Wat Prae Keaw", is the first location in Thailand people think of. In addition to spirituality, the first city provides one of the best nightlife with Thai and international restaurants, discotheques and bars in multiple areas. Bangkok is perfect for holding meetings, incentives, conventions and exhibitions (MICE), with its countless sumptuous 5 stars hotels. Other regions in Thailand also have all that is needed for a successful event: Hua Hin and Cha Am in the south-west of Bangkok, Phuket in the south and Chiang Mai in the north. Hua Hin and Cha Am are located at only 2...

Agriculture is considered as the backbone of a country. It plays an important role in generating national income, in solving unemployment problem in rural areas, and in maintaining equilibrium in domestic food supply. Rice is the main staple in Thailand. Thai farmers concentrate more on paddy fields and it was one of their main export products. Rice is mostly grown in central regions of Thailand. Thai farmers work throughout the year, and after the annual harvest season, they plan for the second cultivation or sometimes they concentrate on raising animals or fish. Thailand is popular for its vast fertile land and ample supply of water. It is said to have the most fertile lands in Asia. Thailand is...

30/10 Moo 8 Aoyon-Khao Khad Road, Tambol Wichit Muang, Phuket 83000 View More : Cloud19 Beach Retreat Review Cloud 19 Beach Retreat Hotel, this contemporary classic resort nestles between modern designed resort and natural beauty of tropical forest and Andaman Sea of Panwa Bay. Each of the resort magnificence room enjoys the panorama sea view and all guests will be treated as a privileged guest where comfort, convenience, and quality are utmost priorities. This Beach Residence is a romantic beach hotel in Phuket that Situated on peaceful beach on the east side of Chalong bay, letting you to capture the full breathtaking sunset panorama. This location is making Cloud 19 a supreme beach holiday resort...

An experience by definition is go or live through. Travel experience without doubt is living through travel. Whatever you decide to live through, you always want it to be special. So why not ask yourself, what are you looking forward to when you think of the ultimate travel experience ? Is it the awe of looking at lovely places, luxury lounging or shopping? Whatever it is, here are tips to make your travel experience worth a memory. Are you an adventurous person? Then surely experiencing mountain climbing, river rafting or walking through the dense jungles makes your perfect trip. If shopping is what you are looking forward to Milan, New York or the dense streets of Bangkok are your calling.  Be...

The Lahu have their origins in southwestern China. Around 1830 there were some Lahu villages located in the Kengtung State of Burma. However, by 1870 the Lahu started moving across the northern Burmese border in fear of their lives from the government of Burma. The Burmese were very cruel towards the hill tribes and not just the Lahu, but a large number of other hill tribes were killed by the government of Burma. By 1870, the Lahu moved into the northern highlands and valleys of Thailand. There are four sub tribes within the Lahu namely Black, Red, Yellow, and She-leh. The Black Lahu are the most reserved, but wear the most distinctive costumes. Women wear a black cloak with diagonal cream stripes...

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Since 1957, Thailand has been celebrating the Teachers' Day to honor educators and facilitators of learning across the country. Every year on January 16, Teachers' Day is celebrated across Thailand. In 1956, the Prime Minister of Thailand, Field Marshal P. Pibulsongkram, was also the Honorary Chairman of Board of Directors of the Teachers' Council. He addressed the teachers throughout the country, he said that the teachers play a dominant role in molding a student's life and therefore, students should love and respect their teachers. And he also suggested that the teachers should have a day of their own and it should be used as an opportunity by the students to pay respect and homage to their...

There are over 31,200 Buddhist templesspread around Thailand. In Thai we call them wat. They are grouped into two main groups: temples which are permitted to carry out religious functions, and those which are used only for living quarters for monks. The vast majority of people in Thailand are Buddhists for whom the temple plays an important role in the spiritual wellbeing of individuals and the community. There are over 31,200 Buddhist temples spread around Thailand. In Thai they are called wat. They are grouped into two main groups: temples which are permitted to carry out religious functions and those which are used only for living quarters for monks. Wherever you happen to find yourself in...

It's not hard to understand why Thailand has become such a hot name when tourism is the topic of discussion. After all, Thailand is very rich in terms of its culture as manifested by its various museums and temples. At the same time, Thailand has a lot to brag about with its natural resources. These are two large factors which bring tourists from all over the world into Thailand. 1.) Bangkok's Canals Bangkok, Thailand is known for its open canals. This is used for various open water activities, and you can find floating houses here, which will certainly make you wonder how do these houses remain floating? At the same time, you can also shop in Thailand's open canals, indeed a very bright and...

Thailand is one of the leading travel destinations in the world and is home to many beautiful tropical islands. Some of these isles you might have heard of and some you will most likely never have heard of. This Thailand related travel article will list and review some of the most beautiful holiday islands in Siam. Phuket Phuket is the most popular island and is along with Pattaya and Bangkok the most popular tourist destinations of the country. There are many beautiful beaches on this isle which include Patong, Karon, Kata, Kamala, Surin and Nai Harn. If you enjoy the nightlife then perhaps either Phuket or Samui should be your choice for your next vacation. Koh Samui Samui is ranked among the top...

Chang Mai is the largest city in the north of Thailand and well worth a trip. In many ways, Chang Mai is similar to Bangkok, but without the mass of people. Chang Mai Chang Mai is perhaps the most serene big city I have ever had the privilege of visiting. Located at the foot of a large mountain, the city nicely meshes older areas with modern conveniences. Serene Buddhist temples stand only a few blocks from bustling universities. Much of the city can be walked, but moped rentals are cheap and plentiful. Street markets are common, but the hustle and bustle of Bangkok is not. The night market is perhaps the most noted thing about Chang Mai. Located in the eastern side of the city, the night market...

Wat Saket is located in Ratchadamnoen Klang. Many tourists visiting Bangkok have been to Wat Saket and the nearby Golden Mount, which dates back to 1800. The Golden Mount is an artificial hill, which is 260 feet in height from its base. The tourists who climb the Golden Mount have a beautiful view of the Rattanakosin Island. The Golden Mount was constructed by King Rama III. However, the hill collapsed during its construction as the soft soil beneath the hill did not support it. Later, King Rama IV continued the construction of the artificial hill. King Rama initially constructed a small hill using 1000 teak logs. The small hill was used as base to avoid the actual hill from sinking into the soil...

According to economists, there are five principal reasons for the East Asian currency Crisis or IMF of July 1997 that caused a period of economic unrest and turmoil in Southeast Asian financial markets. The countries that were mainly affected during the crisis included Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia, and South Korea. Inadequate foreign exchange reserves, improper handling of fund allocations and inadequately developed financial sectors in the developing Asian countries have been held as the prime reasons for the drop in the local currency exchange rates against the US dollar during the period. The entire episode of economy crisis started due to inappropriate speculations. Speculators forecasted a...

Chiang Mai was founded by King Mengrai and is situated in Northern Thailand. The city still has a moat and a wall around it which was built by the Lannathai kingdom to protect it from the invading Burmese armies who used to constantly raid the city. If you are planning a visit to Northern Thailand, then make sure you have Chiang Mai in your agenda. The best time to visit Chiang Mai is from November to March. This is the time when the weather in Chiang Mai is cool and you will be able to enjoy the city and its beauty. You can also plan a visit during June, July and August. These months, though hot, will not make a dent in your finances as most hotels, restaurants and other places of tourist interests...

Due to the influence of the western culture, almost all nations celebrate January 1 as New Year's day, but each country has its own day of welcoming its New Year. Songkhran is a traditional New Year celebrated by the people of Thailand. Songkhran is celebrated from April 13 to 15 each year. People celebrate this day as a day of fun by throwing water on each other. Songkhran is a festival of three days and celebrated on April 13, 14 and 15 . However, the Thai consider 15th as the most auspicious day and they celebrate it as New Year. The festival commences on April 13 with fireworks. People believe that burning firecrackers will help them drive away evil forces. They give utmost importance to...

With several sights to see and surprises to offer, Thailand could be one of the best locations you should not miss to visit. Culture, beaches, people, and heritage sites are some of the things you can expect when you travel to Thailand. Bangkok - Traveling Thailand wound not be complete without visiting Bangkok. As the nation's capital with an estimated population of over 10 million (including the neighboring provinces), this city is by far the largest in the country. The city is divided into 50 districts or khet but for tourists and those who are new in the place, 6 divisions would be more useful. These are Ratchadaphisek in the northeast section of the city, Sukhamvit in the southeast, Silom in...

Doi Pha Hom Pok (Pha Hom Pok Mountaian) situated in Chaing Mai as this mountain is the second highest mountain in Thailand. I started my trip to Doi Pha Hom Pok from the city center of Chang Mai driving my Honda Civic 04 about 160 kilometers from the city center and then i arrived at Fang District. At first, my plan is to drive my Honda Civic to the top of the mountain but when i asked the local people they told me that you can't drive this car to the top of Doi Pha Hom Pok because the road to the top of mountain is very high and slove. Then, i park my Honda Civic at the Mae Fang Natural Park and hire 4wd truck to take me and my friends to the top of this Mountain (there're many 4wd truck available...

Are you planning to visit Thailand? Are you in a fix to trying to decide which time of the year is perfect to visit Thailand? You may have planned your itinerary or taken tips from your friends, internet or travel agent which places you should visit or what is the best cuisine. However, assessing the climate of any place before visiting is equally important. You need to know which is the best time to visit a place so that you can have the best of both the worlds, which means enjoying good food, rich heritage and the best of the weather at the same time. Thailand has a tropical climate. It is usually sunny from February to May, with an average temperature of 34 degree celsius. This period is the...

Thailand is known as the "The Land of smiles" this place has much more to offer to the travelers. Thailand attracts the people from all over the world and is one of the most preferred holiday destinations that have some excellent offers for everyone. Thailand has lush tropical climate, striking scenery and the friendliest people. There is ample of accommodation facility one can have the most memorable time in Thailand You are welcomed here by the friendly people who make you feel comfortable, this is a home away from the home. Various places in Thailand are fascinated by an ancient civilization and it has colorful and lively culture. There are numerous glittering temples and glamorous open-air...

    Thailand food It is beyond any doubt that food is a part of any gathering, thus, becoming the part of social occasions or itself the reason to celebrate. Normally, as per the western culture, a normal meal in any restaurant consists of starter, main course and then dessert. But in Thailand, the custom is bit different with regard to Thailand food, as there is no single dish for a single person. As a general, all present in a gathering share the same dish together. So, it’s better to have many guests together around the table than to enjoy with one or two as eating alone is considered a bad luck in the country.   One of the good things about Thai food is that they never dispose away the...