tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32555831834443833952024-03-05T01:48:56.124-08:00Thailand Travel / Vacation GuideProvides Thailand travel information for travelers visiting Thailand. Tips to help you enjoy your vacation in Thailand.MaiThaihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07222240490963427443noreply@blogger.comBlogger19125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3255583183444383395.post-81822410814507814442012-05-14T00:43:00.000-07:002012-05-14T00:48:14.292-07:00Mu Koh Surin National ParkFor 31 years Mu Koh Surin has been announced as the 29th Thai national park. These groups of five islands are known as one of the most remarkable destinations for inspecting the most beautiful shallow coral reefs in Thailand.<br>
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Located in the Andaman Sea, Mu Koh Surin consists of five islands including, Koh Ri, Koh Kai, Koh Klang and two large islands, Koh Surin Neua, Koh Surin Tai. It takes about 1.30 hours traveling by a speed boat from Kuraburi harbor, Phang Nga. In addition to green forests, the crystal-clear sea water and white sand beaches, Mu Koh Surin is a primary snorkeling spot providing a number of clownfish and rare sea turtles. Furthermore, visitors can easily travel to Mu Koh Similan, the nearby islands, to explore one of the best places for Manta Ray observations.<br>
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<p>The market opens only at the weekends, Saturday and Sunday from 7 a.m. until late. Travelling here, you may spend at least half a day, so wearing comfortable clothes is suggested as there are more than 200,000 visitors come here. When buying goods at Chatuchak, it is recommended to bargain with every stall you are interested in since almost everything here can be discounted.</p>
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<br>Phuket is undeniably one of the most popular tourist destinations of Thailand. The city attracts thousands of travelers from all across the globe every month. Getting in to Phuket is easy and convenient as there are a number of transportation modes available at your choice.
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<br>Flying into Phuket is considered the quickest and most comfortable way as the airport has numerous flights connection to all of the important cities of Thailand, directs flights to other cities in the world such as Singapore and Kuala Lumpur, and direct charters to Australia and Europe.
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<br>Every year Phuket International Airport welcomes millions of travelers from countries all over the world. The Airport is located on the southern part of the island having Thep Kasatri road leaded to Phuket downtown.<a href="http://thailandtravelvacations.blogspot.com/2011/08/phuket-how-to-get-in.html#more">Read more »</a>MaiThaihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07222240490963427443noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3255583183444383395.post-56979933906019566752011-06-03T03:40:00.000-07:002011-08-29T00:21:43.250-07:00"Forest: Nature at Your Service" - The Latest Campaign for World Environment Day 2011<img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 214px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0sgQR-22PUBZrLDy3oY4nRagQ32Rnbf-z7wQe3inFrmqGfOB_XqCcNILaLg9rh6aU5i8DzYLLjOuBrij2uyWnU88QWQcPn6JYA8ldk5KNJ4zNDks5Xr3_AswC-pfbQQmxuYQV6ZNNYpxq/s320/save-the-earth.jpg" alt="6B2D278XN9EP" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5613943953677914674" border="0">
<br>Fall upon every June the 5th, this year the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) decides to celebrate World Environment Day 2011 in Mumbai and Delhi, two of the most vibrant capitals of India. The motto of the year is "Forest: Nature at Your Service" focusing on encouraging people to take action and help save the world by being aware of their footprints.
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<br>There will be a number of activities including tree planting in school, Car Free Day campaign, community cleaning service, public park cleaning, drawing contest under a topic of forest and plantation, bird watching, debate upon forest preservation, and many more activities to promote World Environment Day.
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<br>The 2011 motto will be supporting activities related to 2011 public notice of UN as an International Year of Forests and as the continuity of the 2011-2020's "Decade of Biodiversity" campaign for the International Year if Biodiversity.<a href="http://thailandtravelvacations.blogspot.com/2011/06/forest-nature-at-your-service-latest.html#more">Read more »</a>MaiThaihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07222240490963427443noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3255583183444383395.post-59154012239827904472011-04-29T00:41:00.000-07:002011-04-29T00:53:56.085-07:00Visakha Bucha Day<img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 311px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-DQZXEdIDdMlpxEEuT-Wfos1qLaIFKWnETfy-JmrdB6sWR4lu4sDaybHY47oNUGDv2qrB8wY1mMIkkI7NWNMP-ffUIncRonDBQZzAGtcz0FpziJ28GLNnn7m-uAtcqcdleG-cj_qI9b83/s320/visakha-bucha.jpg" alt="Visakha Bucha Day" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5600909068570144002" border="0" />For all Thai Buddhists, <span style="color: rgb(255, 153, 0);">Visakha Bucha Day</span> is the most auspicious religious day for it celebrates the three anniversaries in the life of the Lord Buddha: birth, enlightenment, and death. To recall to the worship of the Lord Buddha, Buddhists have regarded Visakha Bucha Day as an important Buddhism Day which religious activities will be held. It is the date of birth of the Lord Buddha, the day that the Buddha achieved the ultimate of enlightenment, the same day that he freed himself to the cycle of death and reached to the mortal.<br /><br /><img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpaa6jVP8ggIHIPGTPwx1jZbE90WkLPfFcsFcZ0zr_WDfKbRgBu1nr-XaKF6PBm6CEn3heJPfc3d7yplUCb4hnIfR278-I1M4aCeZZCR6lKxlnRC9P1rAhTp_CEcvkmzchSud31Jp6MIfR/s320/visakha-bucha-walk.jpg" alt="walk with lighted candles in hand around a temple" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5600909293368213314" border="0" />In this day, the common activity is merit making. People offer a food to the monks in the morning, go to the temple to listen to the sermon and set birds and fishes free. In the evening, Buddhists will go to the temple again to walk clockwise around the hall with the candle lit in their hand. All in all, the Visakha Bucha Day is like the day that wants to purify us from any desires and lead lives peacefully. The point is that it is not only this day but we should act ourselves tranquilly everyday instead.MaiThaihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07222240490963427443noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3255583183444383395.post-21682256065198576892011-03-28T23:17:00.000-07:002011-03-28T23:40:42.554-07:00Chiang Mai Songkran Festival 2011<p><img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 212px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgm7Nq7olmXSpJGs6-kD8ZComxctFHQUcpvY7zI_05g7P-1vNOay5q3PceiusyB5IU_N0va2DstXyuZEpkPglek-InUtRD0wfCQs-Tofdg9Llia5nkS9EnT60T_eOPgE4QUvh2MxD3LRFgj/s320/songkran-siam01.jpg" alt="Chiang Mai Songkran Festival" title="The throwing of water" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5589383972980755874" border="0">Each year on mid-April, there is an important event on the Buddhist calendar which Thais are always expecting for the whole year – <span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(255, 153, 0);">Songkran Festival</span>, the New Year celebration of Thailand. An atmosphere of the soaked battlefield of the water splashing in the city during a hot summer breeze of the year decorates Chiang Mai with full of joys and happiness. The festival warms this long holiday into a great time of a family reunited, celebrating with love and chatting after haven’t seen each other for the whole year. Being considered as the hot spot of Songkran Festival, Chiang Mai draws people from all over the country and many tourists from all over the world to be a part of this joyful festival for its unique custom and traditional one.</p><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMraewT3A_Ks-ln0RR_bwPrH8kNAXJJX2bLsHa-LMumizLpiT90wrV0D8NtRH6oxPmAbE9B2tOoyUjf5ktoGj3AxgbEcnfGXfqt96XF0dC_SlRRM-vceJZuIAytgii6Yh9osBjVf-phOnZ/s320/songkran-kad-suan-kaew.jpg" alt="Songkran Kad Suan Keaw" title="Songkran at Kad Suan Keaw, Chiang Mai" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5589384730995671906" border="0"><p style="text-indent:50px;">On 12th – 15th of Chiang Mai Songkran Festival, all routes along a moat will be jammed with pick-up trucks and crowd throwing water side to side of the road. As the festival begins, the moat turns into a swimming pool where people hunt for victims to soak and get them as wet as possible!</p><a href="http://thailandtravelvacations.blogspot.com/2011/03/chiang-mai-songkran-festival-2011.html#more">Read more »</a>MaiThaihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07222240490963427443noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3255583183444383395.post-41462564935555910982011-01-31T19:05:00.000-08:002011-01-31T19:21:41.067-08:00Celebrate Valentine's Day in Thailand - Trang Underwater Wedding<img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-b5TB_xh_EQoUKeZnq12-GKHWNqwl-XxteugPcuSHnJQf180o65kVkUwy_SZHex27ctu0Oqk859BlpbkzAbZ6G4hqmmcNdt-RnDReVBzeRy7YMDHgE71gmpETRMqb5cTxuXm2JyRwjgqc/s320/thailand-underwater-wedding.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5568555656386763474" border="0">If you are looking to do something unique and forever memorable to your beloved one, why not consider planning a trip to Thailand for Valentin's Day.<br><br>Trang Underwater Wedding ceremony has been held during Valentine's Day since 1996 aiming to promote an splendid traditional culture of Thai wedding ceremony to foreign wedding couples, divers, and tourists from all over the world.<br><br>Like what is suggested in its name, Trang Underwater Wedding ceremony features marriage registration under the water which welcomes all the bridal couples including the handicaps to join this lovely ceremony.<br><br>The ceremony starts with Buddhist rite and traditional Thai wedding ceremony of pouring lustre water, and<a href="http://thailandtravelvacations.blogspot.com/2011/01/celebrate-valentines-day-in-thailand.html#more">Read more »</a>MaiThaihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07222240490963427443noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3255583183444383395.post-86221101821621420722010-12-22T01:05:00.000-08:002010-12-22T01:26:34.910-08:00Taking a Trip to Mountain of Chiang Mai for Winter TimeFrom November onwards to February, it's when the cooling breeze of the Northern <img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 150px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-ptMFUb0p-dT3Gk_BA_4wTMvgX8TdrdF7abdUKl7icmWZ9RVkh3oF8jtouNoVqTWAwdgHouUSLrRdZVMSlwt-kHhBOoZlyLB5R6qaRYv6Dietj1BbY2Eyj2tNd0hADSAqahYHmvv6BRgg/s200/doi-inthanon.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5553433661799155874" border="0">region of Thailand draw a great flock of tourists to take a trip to mountain and observe the beauty of nature. Some of the most popular destinations in Chiang Mai to visit during winter season include Doi Inthanon, Doi Ang Khang, Huay Nam Dang and Doi Luang Chiang Dao.<br><br>However, there are some other less traveled paths yet a promisingly striking view for those who prefer to be in somewhere peaceful and less hastened during New Year celebrations. Find the lists of low-key winter destinations of Chiang Mai here.<br><br><b style="color: rgb(255, 153, 0);">Doi Mae Taman</b><br>Doi Mae Taman is located in Chiang Dao, Chiang Mai serving as the best observation spot for Doi Luang Chiang Dao and a sea of fog in the early morning.<a href="http://thailandtravelvacations.blogspot.com/2010/12/taking-trip-to-mountain-of-chiang-mai.html#more">Read more »</a>MaiThaihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07222240490963427443noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3255583183444383395.post-59229495674696630312010-12-06T02:43:00.000-08:002010-12-06T02:57:26.320-08:00Christmas & New Year Celebration in Bangkok, Thailand<div style="text-align: center; color: rgb(255, 153, 0);"><span style="font-weight: bold;">4 ways in making your vacation more exciting while travelling in Bangkok</span><br></div><br>Now, it is a moment for festive season in Thailand! During November to February are the months in which the climate is dry and cool, and so is a right time to travel around the country. Since the weather is suitable for travelling, there is no doubt that Thailand will attract a large numbers of tourists during this period.<br><br><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjtEmGSC9OfJGsEmIQ0-7-1MUKu3OqkuBBOSbW_L2BCyDJ9dHW-CDkFB9TJQzFLeI7yNte7Tg9065hrUlOacr94TehsWnLO01bwcPyQxfR3_5i2XH7s4NrSMBIUTTCW9TMnxCLHzC-ck2T8/s320/thailand-christmas-shopping.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5547520413770218706" border="0"><br> Don’t worry about places or things to do in Bangkok for with the help of the 4 tips below, you will find your holiday in Bangkok the most impressive one!<br><br><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(255, 153, 0);">Beer Garden</span><br><br> Many of the beer garden sites are covered up with both tourists and locals who love live music and enjoy having cold beer along with friends.<a href="http://thailandtravelvacations.blogspot.com/2010/12/christmas-new-year-celebration-in.html#more">Read more »</a>MaiThaihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07222240490963427443noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3255583183444383395.post-78146492905278228642010-11-28T21:06:00.000-08:002010-11-28T21:12:02.947-08:005 December: Long Live His Majesty the King Bhumibol AdulyadejThailand has beloved king “Bhumibol Aduyadej” that all of Thai people give the highest respect. Thai people regard him as the father of the nation whom they love the most. If you take a sight-seeing in Thailand, both around the cities and rural areas, the things that you would see very often are the pictures of the king Bhumibol. Father of the nation, king Bhumipol, is always be in Thai people’s hearts.<br><br><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipffTMzMRBRXJGhz6aIZKdf_DJNzdY-LhITStiEo9u3-F_ZgSy0fXqbueyHvObLfcH4GA49wp3dvU5gHYnd82UzJLJXtp2Uhd_8GAuz2x4I0ANryaKFf3hOkxJr-AEeLOT2Wyaik_YzaMe/s320/king-bhumibol.jpg" alt="King Bhumibol" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5544834846238822834" border="0"><br>Every year on 5 December is set as the King's Birthday or Father's Day. The birthday of the monarch of Thailand, king Bhumibol, is also a national holiday and is celebrated all over the country with great enthusiasm. The event is used by the loyal people of Thailand to express their reverence for their King.<a href="http://thailandtravelvacations.blogspot.com/2010/11/5-december-long-live-his-majesty-king.html#more">Read more »</a>MaiThaihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07222240490963427443noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3255583183444383395.post-42854697147137643342010-11-26T23:14:00.000-08:002010-12-05T21:16:21.955-08:00Thailand Vacation - Phu Chi Fa<img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiuYUY5VjvemmgL7TtxCA_gpeXePSnlhfmblOpWKWhrykdlSzN304shv2OlcXLnCavXZmt6VjklDXcgJEgCYSxh9ByOKFxaPOIOj0m1xg2oNr2nMyCjzCSGplGbgG9MwlPpb1g3ah-NjVE_/s320/phi-chi-fa-1.jpg" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5544123981694137058" alt="" border="0"><br>If you are looking for a fascinating place to experience the wonderful sunrise, <span style="font-weight: bold;">Phu Chi Fa</span> or the mountain pointing to the sky is considered as a worth visiting natural site located in Chiang Rai Province.<br><br>In order to grab such an awesome experience from this beautiful natural site, you will have to get up pretty early. Additionally, not far from Phu Chi Fa, there is a campsite available where you can stay overnight. However, if you want to make yourself a little more convenient, accommodation in Ban Rom is another option in which you can spend a night.<br><br>The climbing to Phu Chi Fa is quite steep, but if you reach the viewing at the top of the mountain, you will surely find that it is really worth climbing up there as the sunrises is incredibly wonderful and the valley is covered in a sea of clouds early in the morning.<a href="http://thailandtravelvacations.blogspot.com/2010/11/thailand-vacation-phu-chi-fa.html#more">Read more »</a>MaiThaihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07222240490963427443noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3255583183444383395.post-7840817162140421512010-11-09T22:32:00.000-08:002010-11-09T23:10:10.651-08:00Sparkling Night of Loi Krathong Festival<img style="float: right; margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 319px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbwuerO4ohE6u9EKzGvFZiiDQ-QV2d79D6w24C0L1rp2P4DDA_iJXf7xjP1JdcBJnmevvz0yh81amTycbtgONtGATW19xAVoBk2q2rKD102Dq4zkbQJc_dWAh8544458xoZCugLR7KT_el/s320/loi-krathong-festival.jpg" alt="Loi Krathong Festival" title="Loi Krathong" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5537808204260994882" border="0"><br>Every year, when the full moon falls in the 12th month of Lunar calendar, Loi Krathong festival, a celebrations of water under the moonlight, will be held throughout of Thailand.<br><br>Loi Krathong is a ceremony of gratitude to thank Mae Kongka or Mother of Water for her scarification in giving us water to live on and generosity in forgiving us when we have ruin her water.<br><br>Loi is to float, and Krathong is a boat/raft, so the word Loi Krathong literally means to float a boat/raft into river. Krathong was originally a small cup made from bamboo or banana leaves, however, they are now transformed in to a flat slide of banana-tree trunk and decorated with colorful leaves and flowers. On the top, a candle and incense sticks are inserted.<a href="http://thailandtravelvacations.blogspot.com/2010/11/sparkling-night-of-loi-krathong.html#more">Read more »</a>MaiThaihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07222240490963427443noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3255583183444383395.post-13440079016908966582010-10-28T20:23:00.000-07:002010-10-28T20:37:42.760-07:00Do’s and Don’ts in Thailand - Social Customs<img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGrez88NTDmv753Pr1vaZhGryCMJbBmWYClTqGSGsRgWvakrz_YQWihBvkh1KF5FoBtKP2s1OI896b3ZJWDifAUqZl-NfzgTg248b6HLY88T-xQ7WAqiHnZo5z_pKjrxWZrtsvsRECA7Dm/s320/Dos+and+Donts+in+Thailand-Wai.jpg" alt="Thailand dos and don't" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5533304419250140242" border="0"><br>Apart from the concern of Thai monarchy and Buddhist religion, to list the don'ts of everyday Thai social behavior seems to be a bit unclear as western culture has spread all over the country, especially in Bangkok. On the contrary, those western customs that are acceptable in Bangkok might not be suitable for the countryside where ancient traditions are held with high respect and strongly adhered to people's mind. Below are some common examples of dos and don'ts in Thailand.<br><br><ol><li>Instead of shaking hands, Thais usually “wai” to greet each other. Wai can be done by pressing palms together in a prayer-like gesture with a little head bending when saying “sawasdee” (hello). It's a social custom for young people to wai older people, who will then give a wai in return.</li><li>Use your foot to point things, and even a person, is considered rude. Head is regarded as the most respectable position because it is the highest part of the body. So, Thais do not allow to let anyone touch their head, even in a friendly gesture.</li></ol><a href="http://thailandtravelvacations.blogspot.com/2010/10/dos-and-donts-in-thailand-social.html#more">Read more »</a>MaiThaihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07222240490963427443noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3255583183444383395.post-83092181995379492642010-10-12T03:20:00.000-07:002010-10-27T21:14:55.546-07:0010 Reasons Why You Should Visit Thailand<img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 177px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhK0WRt3zqRJSMo4SvgRS31dpJFoPkS75aOhyOQvSaw8TRiESRXp43QPdlZ0EbSlKNCMTpRTyOsL4daitEFkavOFdVuHcvfdjKHQ3lDD1qLpdlaPU5v5GCAOpPgLdSezqoRgWCpUF7kh9qU/s320/backpack-myalibaba.jpg" alt="Visit Thailand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5527107648031196946" border="0"><br>Winter time is approaching the northern hemisphere and if you are planning to take a getaway to somewhere warmer with great retreats varied from beachside to mountaintops, we have 10 reasons why you should visit Thailand.<br><br><span style="color: rgb(255, 153, 0); font-weight: bold;">1. It's cheaper than ever to travel to Thailand now!</span><br>After Thailand's political unrest in the early of 2010, the country is trying to recover its economic strength by boosting domestic tourism. It means prices for accommodations and travel services are lower and better than in order to promote its safe situation and encourage people to visit.<br><br><span style="color: rgb(255, 153, 0); font-weight: bold;">2. You can get a luxurious trip at budget in Thailand.</span><br>Whether you are traveling to Thailand for a romantic escape, adventure trip, or spa experience, Thailand has it all for you at incredible and affordable price. Your currency can go a long way in Thailand and that makes luxury come at a great discount.<a href="http://thailandtravelvacations.blogspot.com/2010/10/10-reasons-why-you-should-visit.html#more">Read more »</a>MaiThaihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07222240490963427443noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3255583183444383395.post-9849533800328431232010-10-05T01:39:00.000-07:002010-10-05T01:59:19.618-07:00Getting around Thailand: Local TransportationGoing to places in Thailand can be done at ease since there is a number of transportation to accompany you. You can find buses and taxi anywhere, but why not try out the unique local transportation of Thailand?<br><br><span style="color: rgb(255, 153, 0); font-weight: bold;">Songtaew</span><br>A Songtaew (สองแถว), literally means “two rows,” is a transformed pick-up truck with a row of bench seats on the sides of the back. Sometimes there is an additional seat in between where you have to sit backward.<br><br><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 194px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEirW9mfwSds4FqVe5ObsL_6a_byzm7kOCL3Ss_oNzt118r5De7OGSF_sQvNp8zd6FWPuN28UZer4fr5Kl0hIbJWdVx2s7sKAIM4NhXCXO5sJI4-wSr09XTz-lRsvWxm4SpTNNZuuQjSv-Xp/s320/song-taew.jpg" alt="Songtaew, Thailand Transportaion" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5524480687695347890" border="0">Some travel destinations have Songtaews operated as local buses and they seem to be the most economical way to travel in a short distance. Before taking a ride, see if there is anyone in the back and check the price. If there is no one in the back to share the ride, chances that you might be over-charged.<br><a href="http://thailandtravelvacations.blogspot.com/2010/10/getting-around-thailand-local.html#more">Read more »</a>MaiThaihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07222240490963427443noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3255583183444383395.post-91427047815631789222010-09-29T03:55:00.000-07:002010-09-29T04:20:31.333-07:00Thailand Weather: When is the Best Time to Travel to Thailand<img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 250px; height: 250px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuajcFDdChMyD43sGHGJ1g3WSqrZGE6IDCmK_LhVq3TotAjvJBmjIVINCVLpRdZUxRvwQB9ZGZst-M1r7OIHGHnN-raggLNlS6VrrrktLAXxjnGaqquoiQKXUkFfOOGbQqNiDcpoZGsgbh/s320/thailand-climate.jpg" alt="Thailand Weather" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5522290921097993778" border="0">The tropical weather of Thailand is one of the reasons drawing a number of visitors to the country. With the average temperature between 28-35°C (82-95°F) through out the year, the weather tends to be hot and humid to others especially those coming from the West. Despite the joke saying that there's three seasons in Thailand; hot, hotter, and the hottest, the careful observer will find that the country is actually possesses three seasons;<br><br><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(255, 153, 0);">Winter</span>: Starts from November and lasts until the end of February. While the temperature will be at the lowest, you can barely feel the coldness and might only need a light sweater: Unless you are going to be up in the mountain ranges of Northern Thailand where the temperature can fall as low as 5°C, then you probably need a thick jacket and a scarf. Winter is the most popular time to visit the country. You will find it quite difficult to get a flight and accommodation or they can be very expensive especially during festive time like Christmas and New Year's.<br><a href="http://thailandtravelvacations.blogspot.com/2010/09/thailand-weather-when-is-best-time-to.html#more">Read more »</a>MaiThaihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07222240490963427443noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3255583183444383395.post-11496967983399502612010-09-23T03:18:00.000-07:002010-09-29T04:22:47.181-07:00What to Pack to Thailand – Tips for First-time VisitorsPacking your bag for a trip to Thailand can sometimes be frustrated. However, as Thailand is a tropical country and things are in a minimal price to buy, you can bring as little as possible and leave the others for a shopping spree in the country.<br><br><span style="font-weight: bold;"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtez3i9ZVq0nWzrQULqNhaj-ihalSO6OiS2dAhyphenhyphenkjEQeVExnGW-E3EmXGxjr4WuubyYvFgRnY3rjoQnVG8gSWeWmS6bFo2rdZqesuirp0e0jyHyjkueaLpEGcjrYBUrFKnDORgpfvzD7BM/s320/thailand-backpack.jpg" alt="backpacker thailand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5520053601028029426" border="0"><br><span style="color: rgb(255, 153, 0);">Documents and Money</span></span><br>Money belt or hidden wallet to hang around your neck are one of the good option to protect your money from pickpockets.<br><a href="http://thailandtravelvacations.blogspot.com/2010/09/what-to-pack-to-thailand-tips-for-first.html#more">Read more »</a>MaiThaihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07222240490963427443noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3255583183444383395.post-64049832146041542272010-03-25T20:14:00.000-07:002011-08-29T00:20:12.161-07:00Thailand Travel/Vacations<img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 150px; height: 113px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIPLXr49B9vYAHkw41zX6XjzhM-SZ9jqu1KJCaeku6lycG0N66diZWPzhb0Ssq4Kd7oF7x9tcnCowigFD_h-e1WSFmaoXV732iZaMG5rMcBXlIUwJrnOE1VcmTQZRnlxB5T3MoKAWqyIa3/s400/travel1.jpg" alt="Thailand Beach" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5452776640350575906" border="0">Thailand is renowned for its abundant natural resources and has long known as a Suwannabhumi, a golden land where its natural fertility is as precious as gold. <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Thailand, the land of smile, is blessed with pure nature, beautiful attractions, and warm-hearted hospitality. Visitors to Thailand will find it delighted to travel around the country in any seasons. Starting from November to February, it is the best time for everyone to enjoy Thailand's cool season with its minimum humidity and low temperature compared to other period of time. This tranquil weather draws a number of travellers to Thailand's top destinations especially beach and islands. </p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 206px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEij1H5CylzkfbNkPf8P_pXR4st3yAju8nvYPL1PFPs4hT-YmPuTV0t_k5XLwL-DRMU0c99fKfVDQ_CR1mkK3B4yaTScj5LZzscIRX_HpcszC22kMN5J0BVyQfG66j197DJ_hx_WUpF2VrWr/s320/photo_thai_061bis.jpg" alt="Thailand Floating Market" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5452776745404518690" border="0"></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">To get to know Thailand better, let's start with the country's capital, Bangkok. Bangkok is a main hub especially for economic part making it a very busy city where one could never got bored of it.</p><a href="http://thailandtravelvacations.blogspot.com/2010/03/thailand-travel-vacations.html#more">Read more »</a>MaiThaihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07222240490963427443noreply@blogger.com0