Bangkok, Chiang Mai Feature in TripAdvisor’s List of Top 25 Travelers’ Choice Destinations for 2013

June 18, 2013
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Bangkok, Chiang Mai Feature in TripAdvisor’s List of Top 25 Travelers’ Choice Destinations for 2013

Bangkok and Chiang Mai, two of Thailand’s top tourism city destinations, have both made it to the list of the Top 25 Travelers’ Choice World Destinations published in May by the popular travel industry website, TripAdvisor. Bangkok was listed at number 13 and is a new entrant to the list. Chiang Mai came in at

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The Giant Dragon in Suphanburi

June 12, 2013
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The Giant Dragon in Suphanburi

One of the most stunning man-made tourist attractions in Thailand is the “Dragon Descendants Museum” in Suphanburi Province.  It is one of those rare places where perhaps the building itself is more interesting and beautiful than the artifacts it holds within. In the case...

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Bangkok Ranked as one of the World’s Cheapest Cities for Travellers

June 11, 2013
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Bangkok Ranked as one of the World’s Cheapest Cities for Travellers

TripAdvisor has today unveiled “TripIndex Cities 2013″, the third annual cost comparison of an evening out and overnight stay for two people in key tourist cities in Asia and around the world. The TripAdvisor TripIndex Cities is based on the combined costs for two of...

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Thai Food Festival at Central World 13-16 June 2013

June 5, 2013
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Thai Food Festival at Central World 13-16 June 2013

Thai cuisine has been accumulated and passed on consistently from the past to the present. It expresses the national identity...

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Thailand Tourism Festival is on 5-9 June 2013

June 5, 2013
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Thailand Tourism Festival is on 5-9 June 2013

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has announced that the biggest tourism festival of the year called the Thailand Tourism Festival 2013, will take place on Wednesday 5th June-Sunday...

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Thai Tourism Statistics for April 2013

June 1, 2013
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Thai Tourism Statistics for April 2013

The latest tourism statistics for Thailand have just been released. During April 2013, there were a total of 2,013,012 foreign tourists entering Thailand. This is a 19.38% increase on...

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Thailand’s Tallest Standing Buddha

June 1, 2013
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Thailand’s Tallest Standing Buddha

Buddha images around Thailand come in all shapes and sizes. Some even claim to be record breakers. One such Buddha image is this one at Wat Buraphaphiram in Roi...

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The Monkeys of Kosumphi Forest Park

May 31, 2013
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The Monkeys of Kosumphi Forest Park

Kosumphi Forest Park is in Kosum Phisai district of Maha Sarakham Province. It is found along the bank of the Chi River covering an area of 200 sq kms....

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Phra That Na Dun Buddhist Park

May 31, 2013
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Phra That Na Dun Buddhist Park

In 1979, a team from the Department of Fine Arts at Silpakorn University discovered some relics of The Lord Buddha in Na Dun district of Maha Sarakham Province. These...

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“Thailand Elite Card” ready to Relaunch

May 30, 2013
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“Thailand Elite Card” ready to Relaunch

Directors of the Tourism Authority of Thailand offices and TAT marketing representatives in Russia and the Asia-Pacific came together today to discuss ways to expand the number of subscribers...

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Bangkok Declared World’s Top Travel Hotspot 2013

May 27, 2013
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Bangkok Declared World’s Top Travel Hotspot 2013

Today, in launching its third annual Global Destination Cities Index, MasterCard announced that Bangkok is this year’s number one city for travel. The study looked at the highest international...

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Siam Paragon Bangkok stages international orchid exhibition in June

May 26, 2013
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Siam Paragon Bangkok stages international orchid exhibition in June

The 7th Siam Paragon Bangkok Royal Orchid Paradise 2013 takes the theme of 'Amazing Orchids of the Nation' in honour...

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Phi Ta Khon Ghost Mask Festival Confirmed for 10-12 July 2013

May 26, 2013
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Phi Ta Khon Ghost Mask Festival Confirmed for 10-12 July 2013

One of the most unique and colourful festivals in Thailand is Phi Ta Khon that takes place every year in Dansai in Loei Province. It is sometimes translated into...

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Hua Hin Jazz Festival 2013

May 24, 2013
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Hua Hin Jazz Festival 2013

The Hua Hin Jazz Festival 2013 features both local jazz artists and music maestros from overseas. The impressive line-up of...

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Bangkok Wins Best in Asia Award 2013

May 22, 2013
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Bangkok Wins Best in Asia Award 2013

TripAdvisor, the world’s largest travel site, today announced the winners of its 2013 Travellers’ Choice Destinations awards. The fifth annual awards recognises 412 outstanding destinations in 38 markets across...

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Anantara Announces Dates of Elephant Polo Tournament

May 21, 2013
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Anantara Announces Dates of Elephant Polo Tournament

Anantara Hotels, Resorts and Spas has announced the dates of the highly popular King’s Cup Elephant Polo Tournament for 2013....

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USA Fair Returning to CentralWorld on 31 May-2 June 2013

May 20, 2013
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USA Fair Returning to CentralWorld on 31 May-2 June 2013

The USA Fair is returning to CentralWorld, 31 May 31-2 June 2013, and promises another year of great shopping, games,...

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Map and Guide to using Bangkok’s Bicycle Rental System

May 13, 2013
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Map and Guide to using Bangkok’s Bicycle Rental System

A new bicycle renting scheme has recently been launched in Bangkok. Although mainly Thai university students have been using it the most so far, foreign tourists are also welcome...

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Tethered Balloon Flights in Hua Hin

May 13, 2013
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Tethered Balloon Flights in Hua Hin

A new tourist attraction has opened in Hua Hin that allows visitors to soar 100 meters above the countryside in a tethered balloon.  The Magic Balloon Park can be found in...

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Four Day Tour of Central Thailand

May 11, 2013
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Four Day Tour of Central Thailand

DAY ONE – DAMNOEN SADUAK FLOATING MARKET This year I have several groups of relations coming to Thailand for the first time. So, this has got me into thinking about...

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One Day Tour of Bangkok

May 8, 2013
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One Day Tour of Bangkok

Many people either start or finish their holiday in Bangkok. Some actually skip it altogether and fly straight to the beaches in the south or the mountains in the...

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Racial Discrimination at Asiatique in Bangkok

May 6, 2013
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Racial Discrimination at Asiatique in Bangkok

When Asiatique The Riverfront first opened in Bangkok I was one of their main supporters. I was there during the opening event and often blogged about various events on...

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Pictures of Klong Suan 100 Year Riverside Market

May 5, 2013
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Pictures of Klong Suan 100 Year Riverside Market

One of my favourite riverside markets not too far out of Bangkok is Klong Suan 100 Year Market. As the name suggests it has been here for a long...

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TAT to Promote Educational Toruism Among the Youth

May 4, 2013
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TAT to Promote Educational Toruism Among the Youth

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has initiated a new marketing strategy targeting young travellers and visitors seeking a more in-depth educational experience from their visit to Thailand. Addressing...

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Taling Chan floating market trip by River City

May 4, 2013
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Taling Chan floating market trip by River City

River City Shopping Center and River City Service Center are introducing a classic long-tailed boat trip to Taling Chan floating market, taking you to enjoy the beautiful scenery of...

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Bangkok Bicycle Expo this Weekend

May 4, 2013
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Bangkok Bicycle Expo this Weekend

Over the last few years in Bangkok, cycling has become very popular outdoor activity among both Thais and expats. Often...

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List of Top 10 Scams in Bangkok and Thailand

April 30, 2013
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List of Top 10 Scams in Bangkok and Thailand

Most tourist destinations around the world have their scammers. Thailand is no different. However, what is more tragic here is that Thai people are naturally very hospitable. They love...

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