Some Schools Reopened in Bangkok, Others Open on Monday Dec 12th
After more than two months of being closed, some goverment schools in Bangkok reopened this week. Others still haven’t, and it will be […]
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Review: Learn to Speak Thai with Rosetta Stone – Fast, Easy and Fun
Okay, so you’ve probably heard it before, learning how to speak Thai with Rosetta Stone is not cheap. In fact, it’s quite expensive […]
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Best Patong Beach Luxury Hotels – Enjoy Phuket, Thailand in Style
Patong Beach on Phuket Island in Thailand has the unfortunate reputation of being a place where sex tourists congregate to take advantage […]
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Saphan Phut Night Market in Bangkok, Thailand – Cheap Bargains, Great Food
Saphan Phut is one of Bangkok’s most authentic night markets. That’s why, shopping at Saphan Phut Night Market should be a must-do […]
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Are 5-Star Hotels Worth the Money on a Holiday in Bangkok, Thailand?
I’m a great proponent of Bangkok’s 3 and 4-star hotels as so many of them are wonderful. The standard of accommodation, comfort, and […]
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Don’t Miss Big Mountain Music Festival 3 in Khao Yai, Thailand
Thailand has a fair number of world-class music festivals and one of its most beautiful places is the Khao Yai National Park, […]
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Which is the Best Thai Consulate for Applying for a Thailand Tourist Visa?
To get a tourist visa to Thailand, you have to go or send your passport to a Thai consulate outside Thailand. As […]
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Where to Celebrate New Year, 2012, in Bangkok, Thailand
The New Year’s Eve celebrations in Bangkok are amazing every year, and 2012 should be no exception. This year, just like last, […]
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Model Tuk-Tuks Made from Beer Cans (Featured Photo)
One of the things Thai artists and handicrafts experts have been good at creating are models of typical Thai things made out […]
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Best Shops and Markets for Vintage Clothing in Bangkok, Thailand
A few years ago, if you were into vintage fashion, you’d find it difficult to buy in Bangkok, Thailand. Not any more. […]
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Bar-B-Q-Plaza in Bangkok, Thailand: The Country’s Biggest Barbecue Chain
Japanese-style barbecue is one of the most popular cuisines in Bangkok, and Bar-B-Q Plaza is Thailand’s largest barbecue chain, as well as […]
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Thai Army Repairs Bad Reputation During Floods: Now They’re Heroes, but Will it Last?
For the past few decades, Thailand’s army has had a poor reputation. Responsible for 18 military coups, the last one in 2006, and […]
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Best Cheap Places to Eat in Pahonyothin Area of Bangkok: These Restaurants are Excellent
The Pahonyothin area of Bangkok, Thailand is home to literally thousands of restaurants, many of which serve some of the best food […]
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Why are Thai Surnames (Last Names) So Long?
Many visitors to Thailand are struck by the long surnames or last names Thais often have. When a Thai introduces themselves, it is […]
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Where to Find the Best Malls in Ramkamhaeng Area of Bangkok, Thailand
The Ramkamhaeng area of Bangkok, Thailand is a part of the city few tourists get to when they set off on a […]
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Mekhong Full Moon Party – A Classic Thai Movie To See Over and Over (Watch Online)
Ten years ago, when I first became interested in Thai movies, I bought “Mekhong Full Moon Party”. Honestly, I didn’t know […]
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Western Female English Teachers Don’t Stay in Thailand Long – Here are the Reasons Why
Every year, thousands of western female EFL (English as a Foreign Language) teachers come to Thailand. Many think they’ll get a good teaching […]
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Want to Rent an Apartment in Bangkok? These Online Rental Websites are Excellent
For new arrivals in Bangkok, Thailand renting an apartment can be a bit of a hassle. That’s why it makes a lot […]
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Thailand Ranking Falls in 2011 Corruption Perception Index to 80
As corruption in Thailand not only doesn’t improve but gets worse, the 2011 Corruption Perception Index (CPI) is proving that point. The index, […]
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German Woman Dies After Falling off Elephant in Thailand; Husband Falls on Top of Her
In a tragic accident, a 52-year old German woman has died after falling off an elephant in Krabi, Thailand. The woman, Kerstin Kretz […]
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UNESCO To Give $72,000 Grant for Restoration of Flood-Hit Ayutthaya Historical Sites
The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO), has announced they’re giving just over 2 million baht, or around $72,000, to […]
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Top Cheap Hotels in Pahonyothin Area of Bangkok, Thailand
Pahonyothin, (also spelled Paholyothin) is a popular area of Bangkok, Thailand. It is located in the north of the city, further away from […]
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Best Gay-Friendly Hotels in Chiang Mai, Thailand
For a supposed ‘conservative’ country, Thailand is one of the most gay friendly any gay man or lesbian will ever visit. Chiang Mai, […]
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