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 international jazz acts includes Japanese outfits Jun Abe Group and Les Freres, a piano duo, and Indonesian pianist Nita Aartsen. The veteran local musicians from Thailand will include Koh Mr Sazman, Ponthep Suwannabun, Issaraphong Chumsai

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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 the globe, including lists for Africa, Asia, Australia, the Caribbean, Central America, China, Europe, India,...

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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. The charitable event, now in its twelfth year, has to date raised over US$600,000 to...

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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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Klong Suan Market Fair 4-6 May 2013

April 29, 2013
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Klong Suan Market Fair 4-6 May 2013

Klong Suan 100 Year Market dates back to the reign of King Rama V. The market was conveniently located on...

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Ban Chuen Beach in Trat Province

April 29, 2013
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Ban Chuen Beach in Trat Province

To have a white tropical beach all to yourself in Thailand these days is still possible if you know where to go. When we arrived at this white sandy...

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Ban Nam Chieo Homestay in Trat

April 27, 2013
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Ban Nam Chieo Homestay in Trat

Many communities around Thailand seem to have Homestay programs these days, but their quality and popularity vary a lot. In my opinion, the best homestays are ones that allow...

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Khao Khitchakut National Park in Chantaburi

April 27, 2013
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Khao Khitchakut National Park in Chantaburi

Khao Khitchakut National Park is in Khao Khitchakut and Ma Kham districts of Chantaburi province. The park covers a rich, verdant forestland of some 58 square kilometres where...

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Boathouse Laemsing Homestay in Chantaburi

April 27, 2013
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Boathouse Laemsing Homestay in Chantaburi

Homestays can be found in every corner of Thailand from farming communities in Isaan to fishing villages along the coastline. Today I visited the Boathouse Laemsing Homestay in Laemsing...

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Tourism Statistics for March 2013

April 26, 2013
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Tourism Statistics for March 2013

Tourism statistics for March 2013 show a 19.19% increase in international travelers compared to the same month last year. In March 2013 there were 2,259,237 tourists arriving in Thailand...

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Khao Chamao-Khao Wong National Park in Rayong

April 26, 2013
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Khao Chamao-Khao Wong National Park in Rayong

Tourist attractions in Rayong are not limited to the beaches and islands. Inland there are fertile forests with an abundance of flora and fauna. Khao Chamao-Khao Wong National Park...

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Prasae Homestay in Rayong

April 25, 2013
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Prasae Homestay in Rayong

Although Homestay holidays are becoming more popular in Thailand, they are still mainly of interest to the local domestic market. This is largely due to the limited English...

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David Guetta Live in Bangkok on 9th May 2013

April 24, 2013
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David Guetta Live in Bangkok on 9th May 2013

Renowned music producer and DJ David Guetta will be performing in Thailand with his full production show. The French house DJ needs...

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Schedule for Phra Pradaeng Songkran Festival 2013

April 19, 2013
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Schedule for Phra Pradaeng Songkran Festival 2013

Phra Pradaeng in Samut Prakan Province is one of the few places in Thailand that celebrates the Songkran Festival in...

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Buddha Dharma Relics Museum

April 18, 2013
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Buddha Dharma Relics Museum

While I was exploring the BRT route I came across this fascinating museum near Wat Pariwat. I have never heard about it before so thought I would go in...

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5 Baht Flat Fare for the BRT Buses in Bangkok

April 18, 2013
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5 Baht Flat Fare for the BRT Buses in Bangkok

About three years ago the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) was launched in Bangkok. This picture shows the special buses that are used for the BRT route. The...

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The David Beckham Temple in Bangkok

April 18, 2013
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The David Beckham Temple in Bangkok

About six years ago the BBC had a story about an image of David Beckham that could be found at a Thai temple in Bangkok. I had forgotten all...

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