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Tuesday, September 22, 2009
Monday, September 21, 2009
Municipal fishing
Municipal fishing
From this period onwards. Koh Chang is very much ink fish. Who can rent a boat trip. Ink drop out fishing has inexpensive
Sunday, September 20, 2009
The Best Beaches
The Best Beach
The best beaches are on the west coast of the island. It is where you'll find the best accommodation and nightlife, the most popular being White Sands Beach.
White Sands Beach (Had Sai Khao)
White Sands Beach is the longest and busiest on Ko Chang, and has the best nightlife on the island, including beach bars, jazz clubs and nightclubs. For accommodation, the beach is full of thatched huts and wooden bungalows. If you're looking for a place to stay with a bathroom, air-conditioning, television, swimming pool and sauna, there are many luxury suites and duplex rooms available. The shops, restaurants, pubs and nightclubs are situated along the main road.
Klong Prao Beach
Klong Prao has long, white sandy beach. It is steeper than White Sands but safe for swimming. The northernmost part of the beach has beautiful rocky landscape.
Kai Bae Beach
Kai Bae beach, like that of Klong Phrao, is steep but swimming is safe. You can hire canoes and kayaks and there are plenty of dive shops.
Bang Bao Beach
Bang Bao is a fishing village on stilts, is rich with coral and is a good place to fish, snorkel or swim. It also has boats for hire.
soure : http://www.kochangisland.com/content/wheretogo.php
TRAVEL UPDATE
TRAVEL UPDATE — 18th September 2009:
Short-haul tourists targeted
Pata Travel Mart 2009, due to be held from Sept 22-25, is the Asia-Pacific region's most important and influential tourism networking event with about 600 sellers from 38 markets and 306 buyers from 51 countries.
TRAVEL UPDATE — 14th September 2009:
Thailand leads Asean drive to keep Kyoto Protocol alive
Thailand and Asean this month will affirm their opposition to phasing out the Kyoto Protocol after 2012 and creating new commitments to replace the existing accord on greenhouse gas emission reductions.
TRAVEL UPDATE — 10th September 2009:
Thailand's airport security speedier but still safePassing through security screening at Suvarnabhumi Airport will become speedier and more convenient while overall safety will improve under a new system as the centralised security screening system was introduced on Monday.
TRAVEL UPDATE — 8th September 2009:
Thailand's tourism industry will soon edge out of crisis
Thailand's tourism industry will soon edge out of crisis thanks to government policies and strong collaboration with the private sector, says Finance Minister Finance Korn Chatikavanij. Domestic travel will be a key driver, while the international market will revive when the global economy improves, he said yesterday.
TRAVEL ALTERNATIVE
Koh Kood for divers and snorkelers
The underwater world of Koh Kood, largely untouched and unexplored, is the main attraction consisting of hard and soft .
soure : http://www.kochangisland.com/index.php
RECOMMENDED HOTELSAiyapura Resort & Spa
Aiyapura Resort & Spa is located on a forty acres beachfront property at Klong Son bay, with beautiful Thai-style villas and suites surrounded by a tropical garden with ocean view and swimming pool with breathtaking panoramic view of Klong Son Bay.
MORE INFO & BOOKINGPICTURE GALLERY
Dusit Princess Resort
The Dusit Princess Koh Chang has a total 96 guest rooms, villas and suites decorated with contemporary Thai inspiration with private balconies overlooking garden or seaview and modern amenities.
MORE INFO & BOOKING
Koh Chang Kacha Resort and Spa
Idyllic resort is perfectly located in the centre of Koh Chang's famous White Sand Beach. Ideal for those who love sea, sand and glorious sunsets, the Koh Chang Kacha Resort and Spa offers seaside relaxation at its finest.
MORE INFO & BOOKING
soure : http://www.kochangisland.com/index.php
Koh Chang Island
The island of Ko Chang is a tropical marine national park. Its hinterland consists of over 70% virgin rainforest and is the best preserved tourist holiday destination in Thailand. Situated to the east of the country in the province of Trat on the Cambodian border, it's Thailand's second largest island after Phuket.
Recently, with the surge of the island's development and popularity, it has been elevated to Thailand's new tourist haven. It has an airport near Trat, just 15 minutes from the ferry terminal. Bangkok Airways run twice-daily services from Bangkok, Phuket and Ko Samui. Also, the island offers fast internet access via many of the island's internet cafés.
With its chain of white sandy coves and beaches, pristine rain forests and abundance of wildlife and marine life, coral reefs, high mountain peaks, several scenic waterfalls, a rich variety of cuisine and great nightlife, Ko Chang is one of Thailand's most sought-after holiday destinations.
Accommodation on the island ranges from simple beach huts and bungalows to luxury villas, suites and apartments. If you drive, you can hire motorbikes, jeeps and cars to take you to any of the beaches along the coastal roads and, in the evening, there are plenty of restaurants, live music bars and nightclubs to choose from to spice up your holiday.
soure : http://www.kochangisland.com/
Recently, with the surge of the island's development and popularity, it has been elevated to Thailand's new tourist haven. It has an airport near Trat, just 15 minutes from the ferry terminal. Bangkok Airways run twice-daily services from Bangkok, Phuket and Ko Samui. Also, the island offers fast internet access via many of the island's internet cafés.
With its chain of white sandy coves and beaches, pristine rain forests and abundance of wildlife and marine life, coral reefs, high mountain peaks, several scenic waterfalls, a rich variety of cuisine and great nightlife, Ko Chang is one of Thailand's most sought-after holiday destinations.
Accommodation on the island ranges from simple beach huts and bungalows to luxury villas, suites and apartments. If you drive, you can hire motorbikes, jeeps and cars to take you to any of the beaches along the coastal roads and, in the evening, there are plenty of restaurants, live music bars and nightclubs to choose from to spice up your holiday.
soure : http://www.kochangisland.com/
Sunday, August 30, 2009
Coming Soon To Thailand
The number of hotels, resorts and spas opening, and undergoing improvement, in Thailand is increasing at a great pace. To help you keep up to date with such news we have compiled a summary of some new hotels, either recently opened or those coming soon, and details of hotels which have been renovated/are renovating.
2009
Parasa - Phuket (June 2009)Details tbc
Banyan Tree - Samuiwww.banyantree.com
Sofitel Bangkok Sukhumvit (mid 2009)345 roomswww.sofitel.com
The Yamu - Phuket (2009)67 deluxe rooms, 2 duplex suiteswww.theyamu.com
The Cape Hua Hin - name still tbc (late 2009)
Ibis - variousBy 2010 Ibis will have 10 new hotels in Thailand. For 2009 the hotel group will open properties in Phuket (Kata), Krabi, Chanaburi, Bangkok (Riverside and Nana) and Hua Hin.www.ibishotel.com/asia
Le Meridien Suvarnabhumi Golf Resort and Spa,- Bangkok (01 Nov 2009)This resort will offer an excellent location within a 160 acre mixed use enclave. Featuring along with the resort is the Summit Windmill Golf Club. This club will offer an 18-hole, Nick Faldo designed golf course. The resort will consist of 214 guest rooms and a 15,000 square foot spa (Nov 2008).For further information please visit: www.lemeridien.com
Le Meridien - Bangkokwww.lemeridien.com
Ratilanna Riverside Spa Resort - Chiang MaiTo re-brand to Hilton (Sep 2009)
Aloft Silom, Bangkok (Dec 2009)www.starwoodhotels.com
Away Resort - Ko Phangan (Late 2009)79 rooms
The Nap, Phuket (Feb 2009)79 rooms, Patong
Krabi Pavilions - Krabi (2009)34 roomswww.pavilions-resorts.com
2010
S31 - BangkokFollowing the success of S15 in Bangkok, S31 is coming to town complete with its own swimming pool.www.S31hotel.com
Jumeirah Private Island - Phuket (date TBC)This new development will be situated on Jumeirah the locally known island of 'Barama Bay' less than 500 metres off Phuket Island, at the southern gateway of Phang-Nga Bay, the island is a scenic 5-minute helicopter journey or 20-minute drive and short speedboat ride from the Phuket International Airport.The recently renamed Jumeirah Private Island Phuket will comprise palatial,privately owned Jumeirah estates and Jumeirah residences, a luxury Jumeirah Resort and Spa, a deep-water Jumeirah superyacht marina and exclusive Jumeirah yacht club.The Phuket Resort & Spa will consists of 105 luxury pool villas, 4 restaurants and bars, the lavish Talise Spa, business and fitness facilities, large freeform swimming pool, a 450m stretch of pristine beach and discreet, personalized service to rival any of the world's most elite hotels & direct beach access will be built for private sale.www.tgr-asia.com/jumeirah-phuket-introduction.php
Le Meridien Pattaya Resort - Pattaya (01 June 2010)This resort is ideally located on Jomtien Beach in Pattaya, Thailand. The resort will be apart of Pattaya's first five star beachfront resort development. It is less than an hour from the new Bangkok International Airport providing easy access. Le Meridien Pattaya Resort will offer 250 guest rooms.
Aloft Sukhumvit 11, Bangkok (01 Dec 2010)130 roomswww.starwoodhotels.com
The St Regis, Bangkok (Jan 2010)www.starwoodhotels.com
Vana Belle Resort and Spa - Samui (April 2010)www.starwoodhotels.com
W Koh Samui Retreat and Spa - Samui (01 April 2010)W hotels plans to open its first hotel in Thailand with the W Retreat & Residences which will be located on the island of Koh Samui. W Koh Samui will be set on a 26 acre site on Maenam Beach, at the north shore of Koh Samui. This retreat will feature 70 villas, each approximately 1,722 square feet. Each villa will offer the W's infamous beds, and guests will be accommodated by the W's distinguished service anytime.For further information please visit: www.starwoodhotels.com/whotels
Soure:http://www.tourismthailand.co.uk/index.php?page=914
2009
Parasa - Phuket (June 2009)Details tbc
Banyan Tree - Samuiwww.banyantree.com
Sofitel Bangkok Sukhumvit (mid 2009)345 roomswww.sofitel.com
The Yamu - Phuket (2009)67 deluxe rooms, 2 duplex suiteswww.theyamu.com
The Cape Hua Hin - name still tbc (late 2009)
Ibis - variousBy 2010 Ibis will have 10 new hotels in Thailand. For 2009 the hotel group will open properties in Phuket (Kata), Krabi, Chanaburi, Bangkok (Riverside and Nana) and Hua Hin.www.ibishotel.com/asia
Le Meridien Suvarnabhumi Golf Resort and Spa,- Bangkok (01 Nov 2009)This resort will offer an excellent location within a 160 acre mixed use enclave. Featuring along with the resort is the Summit Windmill Golf Club. This club will offer an 18-hole, Nick Faldo designed golf course. The resort will consist of 214 guest rooms and a 15,000 square foot spa (Nov 2008).For further information please visit: www.lemeridien.com
Le Meridien - Bangkokwww.lemeridien.com
Ratilanna Riverside Spa Resort - Chiang MaiTo re-brand to Hilton (Sep 2009)
Aloft Silom, Bangkok (Dec 2009)www.starwoodhotels.com
Away Resort - Ko Phangan (Late 2009)79 rooms
The Nap, Phuket (Feb 2009)79 rooms, Patong
Krabi Pavilions - Krabi (2009)34 roomswww.pavilions-resorts.com
2010
S31 - BangkokFollowing the success of S15 in Bangkok, S31 is coming to town complete with its own swimming pool.www.S31hotel.com
Jumeirah Private Island - Phuket (date TBC)This new development will be situated on Jumeirah the locally known island of 'Barama Bay' less than 500 metres off Phuket Island, at the southern gateway of Phang-Nga Bay, the island is a scenic 5-minute helicopter journey or 20-minute drive and short speedboat ride from the Phuket International Airport.The recently renamed Jumeirah Private Island Phuket will comprise palatial,privately owned Jumeirah estates and Jumeirah residences, a luxury Jumeirah Resort and Spa, a deep-water Jumeirah superyacht marina and exclusive Jumeirah yacht club.The Phuket Resort & Spa will consists of 105 luxury pool villas, 4 restaurants and bars, the lavish Talise Spa, business and fitness facilities, large freeform swimming pool, a 450m stretch of pristine beach and discreet, personalized service to rival any of the world's most elite hotels & direct beach access will be built for private sale.www.tgr-asia.com/jumeirah-phuket-introduction.php
Le Meridien Pattaya Resort - Pattaya (01 June 2010)This resort is ideally located on Jomtien Beach in Pattaya, Thailand. The resort will be apart of Pattaya's first five star beachfront resort development. It is less than an hour from the new Bangkok International Airport providing easy access. Le Meridien Pattaya Resort will offer 250 guest rooms.
Aloft Sukhumvit 11, Bangkok (01 Dec 2010)130 roomswww.starwoodhotels.com
The St Regis, Bangkok (Jan 2010)www.starwoodhotels.com
Vana Belle Resort and Spa - Samui (April 2010)www.starwoodhotels.com
W Koh Samui Retreat and Spa - Samui (01 April 2010)W hotels plans to open its first hotel in Thailand with the W Retreat & Residences which will be located on the island of Koh Samui. W Koh Samui will be set on a 26 acre site on Maenam Beach, at the north shore of Koh Samui. This retreat will feature 70 villas, each approximately 1,722 square feet. Each villa will offer the W's infamous beds, and guests will be accommodated by the W's distinguished service anytime.For further information please visit: www.starwoodhotels.com/whotels
Soure:http://www.tourismthailand.co.uk/index.php?page=914
balancing tourism development in harmony with nature / EIA Report
Thailand Tourism : balancing tourism development in harmony with nature / EIA Report
August 2009
For immediate release
Thailand Tourism : balancing tourism development in harmony with nature / EIA ReportEco-tourism and Responsible Travel represent two niches that are the buzzwords of today�s travel and tourism community. Travel and tourism that falls short of a commitment to the environment, and a nation�s heritage, is no longer a tenable proposition for tourism planners who growingly recognise the need to address issues relating to global change.Thailand�s tourism industry is at the forefront of the campaign to regain recognition that tourism must blend with and accommodate to a destinations natural habitat through achievable, sustainable goals. The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is pleased to announce a new set of information to assist hotel business owners.Realising the obstacles that hotel business owners are facing due to the closer relationship between environmental management and hotel business development, the Senate Sub-Commission of the Study of Laws which are Obstacles to Tourism Industry are providing advice to persons who are already engaged in or wishing to start a hotel business.To do this they have created the EIA Report (Environmental Impact Assessment Report)The EIA has been developed in order to reduce detrimental environmental impacts on Thailand�s natural environment. Hotel development relies on environmental resources. Good locations are not only difficult to find in Thailand but are also strictly controlled by regulated laws such as building control, town planning and environmental/public health. Even without these laws in place it is true to say many Thai hotel developers would not wish to destroy their country�s beautiful natural resources (and therefore the success of their hotel business), however, reports such as the EIA will help to educate planners and developers as well as minimise negative impacts at the destination.For more information about the EIA (or to seek advice from an Environmental Consultant) and how this is helping build on Thailand�s tourism infrastructure in a more sustainable manner please visit http://www.onep.go.th/eia/ENGLISH/eia_eng_index.htm
Soure:http://www.tourismthailand.co.uk/index.php?page=847&mode=view&id=130
August 2009
For immediate release
Thailand Tourism : balancing tourism development in harmony with nature / EIA ReportEco-tourism and Responsible Travel represent two niches that are the buzzwords of today�s travel and tourism community. Travel and tourism that falls short of a commitment to the environment, and a nation�s heritage, is no longer a tenable proposition for tourism planners who growingly recognise the need to address issues relating to global change.Thailand�s tourism industry is at the forefront of the campaign to regain recognition that tourism must blend with and accommodate to a destinations natural habitat through achievable, sustainable goals. The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is pleased to announce a new set of information to assist hotel business owners.Realising the obstacles that hotel business owners are facing due to the closer relationship between environmental management and hotel business development, the Senate Sub-Commission of the Study of Laws which are Obstacles to Tourism Industry are providing advice to persons who are already engaged in or wishing to start a hotel business.To do this they have created the EIA Report (Environmental Impact Assessment Report)The EIA has been developed in order to reduce detrimental environmental impacts on Thailand�s natural environment. Hotel development relies on environmental resources. Good locations are not only difficult to find in Thailand but are also strictly controlled by regulated laws such as building control, town planning and environmental/public health. Even without these laws in place it is true to say many Thai hotel developers would not wish to destroy their country�s beautiful natural resources (and therefore the success of their hotel business), however, reports such as the EIA will help to educate planners and developers as well as minimise negative impacts at the destination.For more information about the EIA (or to seek advice from an Environmental Consultant) and how this is helping build on Thailand�s tourism infrastructure in a more sustainable manner please visit http://www.onep.go.th/eia/ENGLISH/eia_eng_index.htm
Soure:http://www.tourismthailand.co.uk/index.php?page=847&mode=view&id=130
Tuesday, January 6, 2009
Thai Langauge
Thai Langauge
Thai is one of the oldest languages in East and South-East Asia. It is a monosyllabic language which uses five tones (high, mid, low, rising, and falling tone) to alter the meaning of a single syllable. This makes it rather tricky to learn for most Westerners used to speaking non-tonal languages.
The Thai script, introduced by King Rham Khamhaeng in 1283, consists of 44 consonants and 48 vowels, and is of Sanskrit origin.
Words and Phrases
When being polite the speaker ends his or her sentence with 'khrap' (for men) or 'kha' (for women). khrap and kha are also commonly used to answer 'yes' or to show agreement.
In the following examples tones are represented by colours (High, Mid, Low, Rising, Falling)
English
Thai
I
Phom (men)Deechan (women)
NoNo? - Isn't it?
Mai chaiMai - Chai mai
You
Khun (for peers)Thaan (for elders)
Good
Dee
Thank you
Khawp Khun (khrap/kha)
Like
Chawp
Hello
Sawatdee (khrap/kha)
Hello Paul
Sawatdee (khrap/kha) Khun Paul
Understand
Khao jai
I understand
Khao jai (khrap/kha)
Don't understand
Mai khao jai
I don't understand
Mai khao jai (khrap/kha)
Excuse meSorry
Kor tot
I'm sorryExcuse me please
Kor tot (khrap/kha)
Today
Wan nee
John is going today
Khun John pai wan nee
Tomorrow
Prung nee
Go tomorrow
Pai prung nee (khrap/kha)
Yesterday
Meua waan
Good
Dee
How much
Tao rai
How much is this
Nee tao rai (khrap/kha)
Where
Tee nai
Where is the bathroom
Hong naam tee nai (khrap/kha)
When
Meu arai
Go to Pattaya when
Pai Pattaya meuarai (khrap/kha)
This
Nee
Bathroom
Hong naam
Go
Pai
I'm not going
Mai pai (khrap/kha)
Soure:http://www.amazing-thailand.com/Lang.html
Thai is one of the oldest languages in East and South-East Asia. It is a monosyllabic language which uses five tones (high, mid, low, rising, and falling tone) to alter the meaning of a single syllable. This makes it rather tricky to learn for most Westerners used to speaking non-tonal languages.
The Thai script, introduced by King Rham Khamhaeng in 1283, consists of 44 consonants and 48 vowels, and is of Sanskrit origin.
Words and Phrases
When being polite the speaker ends his or her sentence with 'khrap' (for men) or 'kha' (for women). khrap and kha are also commonly used to answer 'yes' or to show agreement.
In the following examples tones are represented by colours (High, Mid, Low, Rising, Falling)
English
Thai
I
Phom (men)Deechan (women)
NoNo? - Isn't it?
Mai chaiMai - Chai mai
You
Khun (for peers)Thaan (for elders)
Good
Dee
Thank you
Khawp Khun (khrap/kha)
Like
Chawp
Hello
Sawatdee (khrap/kha)
Hello Paul
Sawatdee (khrap/kha) Khun Paul
Understand
Khao jai
I understand
Khao jai (khrap/kha)
Don't understand
Mai khao jai
I don't understand
Mai khao jai (khrap/kha)
Excuse meSorry
Kor tot
I'm sorryExcuse me please
Kor tot (khrap/kha)
Today
Wan nee
John is going today
Khun John pai wan nee
Tomorrow
Prung nee
Go tomorrow
Pai prung nee (khrap/kha)
Yesterday
Meua waan
Good
Dee
How much
Tao rai
How much is this
Nee tao rai (khrap/kha)
Where
Tee nai
Where is the bathroom
Hong naam tee nai (khrap/kha)
When
Meu arai
Go to Pattaya when
Pai Pattaya meuarai (khrap/kha)
This
Nee
Bathroom
Hong naam
Go
Pai
I'm not going
Mai pai (khrap/kha)
Soure:http://www.amazing-thailand.com/Lang.html
Thailand's People
Thailand's People
Thailand is often called the "land of smiles", and rightly so because you will see more smiling people here than anywhere else in the world.
The country has a population of about 59 million, with some 6.7 million of these people living in the Bangkok area. Approximately 75% of the citizenry are ethnic Thais, 14% are Chinese, and the remaining 11% are mostly Indian, Malay, Karen, Khmer, or Mon. The literacy rate is high at about 94% and the average life expectancy is 66 for men and 72 for women.
Thai people are friendly and tolerant but there are a few Do's and Don'ts which you should observe. Avoid touching people on the head, and keep your feet on the ground where they belong. Stay calm, smile and enjoy the hospitality of your hosts.
The official language is Thai, but English is widely spoken in all major tourist locations. However if you are travelling around Thailand it is a good idea to buy a phrase book.
Soure:http://www.amazing-thailand.com/People.html
Thailand is often called the "land of smiles", and rightly so because you will see more smiling people here than anywhere else in the world.
The country has a population of about 59 million, with some 6.7 million of these people living in the Bangkok area. Approximately 75% of the citizenry are ethnic Thais, 14% are Chinese, and the remaining 11% are mostly Indian, Malay, Karen, Khmer, or Mon. The literacy rate is high at about 94% and the average life expectancy is 66 for men and 72 for women.
Thai people are friendly and tolerant but there are a few Do's and Don'ts which you should observe. Avoid touching people on the head, and keep your feet on the ground where they belong. Stay calm, smile and enjoy the hospitality of your hosts.
The official language is Thai, but English is widely spoken in all major tourist locations. However if you are travelling around Thailand it is a good idea to buy a phrase book.
Soure:http://www.amazing-thailand.com/People.html
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