No doubt about it, Thailand is one of the coolest places on the planet. It’s so cheap and chilled you could spend months here just relaxing, living off a tenner a day, and have an experience of a life time. Northern Thailand is especially popular with backpackers; it’s not full of saddo package tourists like Phuket [...]
Tuesday, February 26, 2008
The city of Chiang Mai is considered to be Thailand’s second most important city and one of its largest. Despite this, it remains a tenth of the size of Bangkok, with an estimated 400,000 people living in the greater urban area of the city. A growing community of long stay foreign residents and tourists swell [...]
Tuesday, February 26, 2008
The city of Nophaburi Sri Nakorn Ping Chiangmai was auspiciously founded by King Mengrai in the early hours of April 12 1296. Chiangmai was intended to be the great new capital of the thriving Lanna Kingdom and indeed it was to become one of the most important cities in the region. The moat and corner bastions [...]
Tuesday, February 26, 2008
The Thai are a proud nation of people with a long history and well-established, complex hierarchal structure of status. Starting with the Royal family and percolating down, everyone in Thailand knows and respects their place in society. A polite Thai (which is most of them) will usually immediately identify whether another is of higher status [...]
Tuesday, February 26, 2008
Bargaining is a part of market life for most Thais, so, before you stock up on all those souvenirs and handicraft goodies, you need a little practice. Consider this conversation… You: “Sawadee krap/ka, nee tao rai na krap/ka?” (Hello, how much is this?). Your opening gambit should always be in Thai, this way they take you [...]
Tuesday, February 26, 2008
Every evening, the centre of Chiang Mai comes alive with a massive Night Bazaar, and few people visit the city without picking up a few bargains here. In fact, the stalls that are squeezed on to the pavement and in the purpose-built arcades are one of Chiang Mai’s biggest attractions. Here you can pick up everything [...]
Tuesday, February 26, 2008
With well over four million foreign visitors arriving in Chiang Mai annually, the 700 year old city is without doubt one of Thailand’s most important attractions. So, just what is it that brings them to this northern province? The templesApart from some striking natural beauty and an excellent hospitality industry, Chiang Mai also has a number [...]
Tuesday, February 26, 2008
Thailand’s northern capital is a favourite among tourists and Thais alike. In Chiang Mai, no guide is necessary as the city is ideal for exploring by yourself. Sight seeing and tours of Chiang Mai are popular activities and you can wander among historic ruins, admire exquisite temples or simply sit quietly beside the moat and [...]
Tuesday, February 26, 2008
Even with modern technology, Chiang Mai silk remains a timeless expression of the craftsman’s skill. From reeling the gossamer silk filaments from the cocoon, through the dyeing process, to weaving the filaments into a myriad of shimmering forms, nothing can replace the sure hands and eyes of the experienced craftsman in revealing the luminous beauty [...]
Tuesday, February 26, 2008
AMARAVADEE ANTIQUE 141 ChiangMai-Hod Rd ChiangMai 50230 3’d Fl , Chiang Inn Plaza ANTIQUE HOUSE 71 Charoen Prathet Rd #50100 196 Moo 2, ChiangMai-Hod Rd, ChiangMai 50230 ART & CRAFT CHIANGMAI 172 Moo 2, ChiangMai-Sankampaeng Rd ChiangMai 50130 A-TI ANTIQUE Room Nr 10, 2nd Fl, Night Bazaar 104/1 Chang Klan Rd ChiangMai 50100 BAN PHOR LIANG MUEN’S 36 soi 2 Prapokklao Rd , A [...]
Coral View Resort Haad Sai Daeng Beach Koh Tao: “Coral View Resort is located on Haad Sai Daeng, an idyllic golden sand beach on the south coast of Koh Tao. There are only two resorts that share the beach which is just a stones throw away from the infamous Shark Island, regarded as Koh Tao’s best dive site and amongst the finest in the Gulf of Thailand. The Thai and Australian couple who manage the resort are so hospitable that it has been listed in the both English and French guide books whilst the beautiful cove of Haad Sai Daeng provides the perfect picture of paradise.”
Suksamran Villas Sairee Beach Koh Tao: “Happiness in Thai language is pronounced ‘Suk Sam Ran’ and has now become the godfather of SUKSAMRAN Villas. We want our guest to be happy here. When you visit Koh Tao, Suksamran Studios & Villas close to Sairee Beach offer a unique level of comfort, ensuring that your stay on Koh Tao provides a lasting memory of the very best in Thai hospitality.”
Chintakiri Resort Chalok Baan Kao Beach Koh Tao: “Koh Tao Chintakiri Resort in Chalok Baan Kao offers all the comforts you will need in a magnificent seaview setting. Situated next to a turquoise ocean, against a backdrop of mountains, and surrounded by a lush garden, we provide a relaxing ambience where you can fully recharge yourself before being ready for action in Koh Tao’s wind and waves, especially its rich marine and coral life. Our resort is located on a hill, allowing guests to enjoy a full breeze and one of the best breathtaking views of the ocean on the island. We offer 19 intimate and comfortable deluxe bungalows made of tropical wood to accommodate our nature-loving guests.”
Koh Tao View Cliff Resort is located on an outcrop of land between the main Sairee beach and Mae Haad beach. View Cliff has a choice of accommodation to suit all budgets, it’s own restaurant serving Thai and Western meals, a Mini-Mart and an internet service.
Tuesday, February 26, 2008
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