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LATEST NEWSThailand: Tweet Yourself ThaiBy Mong Palatino Tweet Yourself Thai is a blog of “short, timely, thematic lessons for intermediate learners of Thai.” Southeast Asia: Durian, the ?King of Fruits?Durian is the ?king of fruits? in Southeast Asia. It is known for its strong smell and taste which are appreciated and detested at the same time by many people. In this post, bloggers from the region share their ?durian stories.? Thailand: Elitist education and politicsBy Mong Palatino Ladprao 64 asks why many university students and graduates of Thailand are supporting political groups with “fascist” tendencies. Thailand: Street ice creamBy Mong Palatino Michael Babcock describes the street ice cream products which are popular in Thailand. Thailand: Learn Thai language through SkypeBy Mong Palatino Catherine Wentworth discusses the procedure and her experience of learning the Thai language through Skype. Thailand: Yellow Fever VaccinationBy Mong Palatino Chris Mitchell identifies the health centers in Bangkok, Thailand where residents can get yellow fever vaccination. Thailand: Attitude towards migrant workersBy Mong Palatino Sanitsuda Ekachai criticizes the “repressive” policies of Thailand which target migrant workers. Most of Thailand's migrant workers come from the neighbouring country of Myanmar. Thailand: ?Chicken fights?By Mong Palatino Aside from commenting on the unique attitude of many Thais on animals and insects, BigBabyKenny also posts pictures of a cockfight event. Thailand: Thai Youth Forum 2010By Mong Palatino Brian Jungwiwattanaporn writes about the Thai Youth Forum 2010 which is set to take place at the end of the month to discuss issues of migration and trafficking. Thailand: Thaileaks websiteBy Mong Palatino A group called WikiCong has set-up the thaileaks website to allow Thai netizens to access materials from the Wikileaks website which has been blocked in Thailand. China: Visa talesWith all the economic growth in China over the past few decades and a growing number of global travelers to match, have visa requirements for Chinese citizens been adapting in step? Well-heeled journalist Chen Zikun shares his experiences, see if or how any of them compare to yours. Southeast Asia: ASEAN DayBy Mong Palatino Thai Intelligent News uploads two articles that reflect on the celebration of the ASEAN Day today. ASEAN stands for Association of Southeast Asian Nations. Thailand: ?Yellow protest? despite emergency ruleBy Mong Palatino Despite the ban on mass assemblies, more than two thousand “Yellow Shirts” in Thailand gathered in a stadium to assert the country's ownership of the Preah Vihear temple which is also being claimed by Cambodia. The Prime Minister attended the gathering. Thailand: 14th Thai Short Film & Video FestivalBy Mong Palatino Wise Kwai's Thai Film Journal blogs about the 14th Thai Short Film & Video Festival which will open this month. In relation to the recent political chaos in the country, the festival will exhibit short films from other countries that deal with post-conflict stories. Thailand: Comment on Thailand politicsBy Mong Palatino Tony Hedges comments on Thai political crisis. He compares Thailand to an “Isaan house, on stilts, with a huge hole in the floor. Everyone knows there is a hole in the floor, but they generally walk around it giving it a wide berth.” Info courtesy of Roots-Hosting, Website Designer in Bangkok, Phuket, Chiang Mai. Relatively new in Bangkok is the skytrain, which has become very popular, particularly with foreign tourists who can use it for sightseeing and a visit to the weekend market, in air-conditioned comfort. Traffic jams in Bangkok have been greatly reduced, thanks to new highways, flyovers, the skytrain, etc. The guesthouse Plaza Athénee Bangkok recently opened in Bangkok whereas Phuket has seen new hostels like the Merlin Beach guesthouse and the JW Marriott Phuket come on line. Bangkok Airways introduced Boeing 717 jet aircraft on their Samui and Siem Reap routes, and Air Andaman and Phuket Airways now operate many services out of the Phuket hub. What’s not new is the fact that Thailand continues to be extremely
popular with tourists worldwide due to a combination of excellent hostels,
interesting tours, good food, friendly service, excellent shopping, all
at most attractive prices. It is not necessary to tip cinema ushers. It is customary to tip porters and guesthouse personnel who have given good personal service. A 10 to 15 per cent tip is appreciated in restaurants where service charge is waived. Please leave only a small tip in major restaurants where service charge of 10% is already added to the bill. Bangkok as well as other large cities in the world is confronted with the problem of touts. Should you get a telephone call offering you a free tour, be very careful! It is usually someone’s intention to seduce you into doing expensive shopping or pay a high price for other tour arrangements. It is a fact of life that nothing is free of charge, especially if offered by a stranger. Our advice thus – stay away from them! For further information or assistance please do not hesitate to contact us: ASIAN TRAILS, Operations Department, telephone no. 0-2658 6080 from 08.00-17.30 hours on Monday-Friday & 08.00-12.30 hours on Saturday, to help you to double check your arrangements. Also, if you receive a call for amending departure time of tours, etc., you are kindly requested to double check with us. All Asian Trails guides wear uniforms (white or khaki polo-shirts with ASIAN Logo stitched on it, together with khaki skirts or trousers). Keep a healthy portion of mistrust also against strangers approaching you while walking through entertainment areas. However, despite these warnings there is no need to be anxious, touts are quite harmless, so just smile and walk on. All in all take care but be not afraid. Bangkok hostels "Krung Thep" (the City of Angels) is the capital city of Thailand and also one of the world's most exciting cities. It holds the essence of the Thai Spirit, and is the heart of the country. This fast-growing metropolis, every people hassomething to offer to each others. You will never get bored with the collection of nightlife venues, markets, shops, restaurants, magnificent "wats"(temple), museums, palaces and parks. Chiang Mai hostels Thailand Chiang Mai hostels The "Rose of the
North" known by the Thais, where the Thailand's second largest city,
famous with many historical and cultural heritage. Located in the highlands
of the North, it offers a pleasent climate all year round. You can see
"wats"(temple) in Chiang Mai as many as the capital. Temples
are not only boasts in Chiang Mai, but also a strikingly beautiful landscape,
excellent entertainment and shopping opportunities, and the charm of its
people. Hua Hin hostels Thailand Hua Hin / Cha-am Hua Hin hostels is the oldest beach guesthouse in the kingdom and has been the Thai royal family's summer residence since 1920s. It is located 190km south of Bangkok on the west coast of the Gulf of Thailand. Cha-am, its sister guesthouse, just located 30km to the north. Hua Hin and Cha-am convey a feel of relaxation and are suitable for family vacations. These 2 coastal guesthouses offer excellent guesthouse, fine beaches, a wide range of water sports, shopping opportunities, excellent seafood restaurants, and last but not least, a paradise for golfers. Chiang Rai hostels Chiang Rai/Golden Triangle hostels It lies in the heart of the notorious Golden Triangle, the area where the borders of Thailand, Myanmar and Laos converge. Chiang Rai, the northernmost province of Thailand. The main hilltribe groups scattering in this region are Hmong, Karen, Lahu, Lisu, Akha and Mien. In the end of 19th century, these ethnic minorities began to arrive in Thailand and some groups may have been here much longer. They were forced out of their native Myanmar, China, and Tibet by civil war and pilitical pressures. Each hilltribe has its own customs, culture, clothing and language. It's well known for its stunning mountain scenery and is home to several different hilltribes.
Koh Samui hostelsKo Samui (Samui Island) hostels "The Coconut Island", over half a million of visitors each year visited this island - Ko Samui, the third largest island in Thailand with 247 square kilometers. One of the most popular beach and island guesthouses in Thailand and it has come to world fame due to ita beautiful, long beaches with powdery white sand and crystal clear wathers, combined with a tranquil atmosphere surrounded by coconut groves. Krabi hostelsKrabi hostels is an ideal place for beach and nature lovers, one of the rising stars in Thailand's tourism industry. The picturesque tropical islands, which come in many sizes and shapes, that are located just offshore this southern coastal province, attracted many visitors to discovery every year. The major attractions include the Susan Hoi (Shell Cemetery), Noppharat Thara Beach and spectacular islands of Ko Phi Phi and Ko Lanta, famed for their unspoiled beaches and surrounded byu clear blue waters and coral reefs with abundant marine life. Rayong hostels Ko Samet hostelsRayong/Ko Samet (Samet Island) hostels Rayong and Ko Samet is located just to the east of Pattaya. Both of them have experienced a dramatic surge in popularity in recent years. Rayong is also blessed with a variety of natural attractions and sites of cultural and historical interest from its peaceful beaches. And Ko Samet is an island with idyllic scenery, clear blue waters, crystalline sands and dazzling coral reefs. Snorkeling and scuba diving are the best ideal in this island. Kanchanaburi hostelsKanchanaburi located in the westernmost province of Thailand, it has not only gained fame for its strikingly beautiful landscapes like the ipressive waterfalls and caves, tranquil river scenery and verdant national parks, but also for its tragic history. The "Bridge On the River Kwai", the most famous reminder during World War 2 Asian laborers and allied prisoners of war were forced to build the Burma-Siam Railway through the province, which was immortalized in books and the motion picture of the same name.
Nakhon Phanom Thailand Nakhon Phanom is also known as the "City of the Mountains", this name come from its outstanding geographical position. It acts as a viewpoint overlooking the splendid mountains beyond the Laotian border. It situated on the bank of the Mekong River opposite the Laotian town of Thakaek. Nakhon Phanom has obtained quite unique customs, dialects and cuisine by the influences of Lao, Vietnamese and other ethnic groups that immigrated to this region over the centuries. One of these extraordinary customs is the welcome and blessing ceremony called "Bai-Sri-Su-Kwan". This lovely town is a good place to spend a few relaxing days by the Mekong.
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