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"All things to all people", a holiday
to Thailand always ensures high standards of service and a
rich
travel experience, We look forward to assisting you with planning
your discovery of the "Kingdom of Gold".
Increasingly visitors to Asia are selecting Thailand as a single
country destination as it offers a diverse and
countrasting collection of experiences. Glittering palaces,
antique pagodas, spectacular palm-fringed beaches,
bustling cities, saffron robed monks, vibrant nightlife and
everywhere the charming and graceful people, a contrast
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Krabi |
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Bang Kok |
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Pataya |
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Huahin &
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Population: of 60 million (10% live in Bangkok).
Religion : over 90% Buddhist.
English Language - most Thai's speak a smattering of English whilst staff at
hotels and other tourist services
have excellent command (althouh it is advised to speak slowly and clearly).
Currency: The local currency is the Thai Baht. Sterling, US Dollar, traveller's
cheques together with Visa, Diners,
American Express and Mastercard are widely accepted. |
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Food lovers heaven, Thailand offers a complete range of eating experiences from
Royal Thai cuisine to MacDonalds and Pizza Hut! Typical Thai food bears some
resemblance
to both Indian and Chinese cuisine, but with a slighly tastier and sometimes
spicy slant, Different
kinds of chilli, coriander, basil, garlic and cardamom give Thai food being a
favourite ingredient,
Example costs (approx):
Thai meal in a restaurant 5 URO.
Western meal in a restaurant 6 URO.
MacDonalds meal 2.50 URO.
Pint of beer in a hotel 1 URO.
Bottle of wine in a restaurant 9 URO.
Gin and Tonic in a hotel 1.80 URO. |
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It is a paradise for shoppers and at a fraction of UK costs, the visitor is spoilt
for choice. Thai silk,
lacquer ware, wood carving, precious stones, embroidery and hand painted umbrellas
all vie with famous brand names.
Thailand boasts many street markets, none better known than chiang Mai's night
bazaars and Bangkok's Pratunam
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Visitors are spoilt for choice as Thailand's nightlife is both plentiful and
varied - catering for all possible tastes.
From classical Thai dancing, energetic Thai boxing to the legendary glitzy bars
and massage parlours of Patpong,
Bangkok, South Pattaya and Phuket's Patong Beach (best avoided if you are easily
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New years celebrations: To welcome the New Year a range of uniquely Thai traditional
and cultural festivals are
marked by early morning Buddhist merit - making and evening folk entertainment.
Bo Sang Umbrella Fair & San Kamphaeng Handicrafts Festival: Bo Sang Village
is situated near Chiang Mai and
celerates the traditional art of umbrella making and painting, umbrellas are
on sale other features are exhibitions, and contest.
January and February: Chinese New Year & Dragon Parade
- This festival is conducted by locals of Chinese descent to pay respect to the
Dragon deityfor his benevolence.
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Flower Festival: Spectacular floral floats are the highlights
of this annual event in Chiang Mai
Thai Folk sports festival: Bangkok - Witness the rare Thai
folk sport performances, such as kickboxing
and kite playing.
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Damnoen
Saduak Floating Market & Sweet Grape Fair:
This area known for its floating market comes alive with
a fair
featuring some typical and unusual activities that includes
a Thai cooking and boating competition.
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Songkran Festival: Nationwide - Traditional Thai New Year
when Thai's mark the occasion with religious
ceremonies and public festivities.
Pattaya Festival: Pattaya City, Chon Buri - Features food
and floral floats, beauty contests and stalls seling
local special specialities.
International Bangkok motor show: Exhibitions of latest models
from car and motorcycle manufacturers plus
the latest technology.
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Thailand International food Exhibition: Bangkok - This
festival features demonstrations of food preparation,
and exhibitions and sales of food.
Royal Ploughing Ceremony: Sanam Luang, Bangkok - Celebrates
the start of the rice growing season, includes
colourful costumes worn by participants.
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Phi Ta Khon Festival: Amphoe Dan Sai, Loei -Competitions
of masked dances and processions take place
and everyone is welcome to participate.
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Asalha Puja: Nationwied - Start of Buddhist lent with candle
lit processions by full moon at every temple in Thailand.
Pattaya Marathon: Pattaya City, Chon Buri - This also inclueds
a mini marathon.
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H.M the Queen's birthday celebrations: Nationwide - All
public buildings are decorated in honour of Her Majesty
Queen Sirikit. Many decorations can be seen around the area
of the Grand Palace, Bangkok.
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Phinchit Boat Races: Nan River In front of Wat Tha Luang,
Phichit - Annual boating regatta features numerous
low - slung boats raced at high speeds. Great for spectators
whether locals or tourists.
Phuket Vegetarian Festival: Amphoe Kathu, Amphoe Muang -
Locals of Chinese ancestry undertake a ten - day
vegetarian diet and various are performed at Chinese temples.
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Thai Beer Festival: World Trade centre Plaza. Bangkok -The
beer festival features a bewildering array of
weird and wonderful beers, also features music and cultural
performances.
Lanna Boat Races: Saphan Phattana Phak Nuea - These impressive
long boat races are held on the Nan River
are distinctly enhanced by the brightly coloured Nan Boats.
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Patong Beach Carnival: Patong Beach, Phuket -This festival
features watersport competitions, traditional Thai foods
and beverages and a Miss Andaman contest (foreign guests
only.)
Bang Sai Loi krathong (festival of Lights): Ayutthaya - Celebratins
include traditional float and beauty contest,
exhibitions and performances.
River Kwai Bridge week Fair: River Kwai Bridge, Kanchanaburi
- A series of daily events commemorating the allied
soldiers who died building it under Japanese supervision.
Linking Thailand with Myanmar it was known as the 'Death
railway'.
Highlights include sound & lights presentations, exhibitions
and trips along the railway.
Silk Fair: Khon Kaen - Khon Kaen is one of the major centr4es
ofr silk production. Shops sell traditional and newer styles
of mysterious atmosphere.
Surin Elephant Round - up Show: Surin Main Stadium, Surin
- Internationally famous event drawing crowds from all over
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South East Asia. Among the more bizarre features is a tug
of war between men and elephants.
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H.M The Kings Brithday Celebrations: Nationwid - An occasion
for public wxpression and the high regard the Thai people
have
for their king. Government buildings, businesses and homes
throughout Thailand are all Elaborately decorated.
Trooping of the Colours: The Royal Plaza Bangkok - An impressive
event with all the pomp and cermony associated
with royalty. Colourful uniforms and ornate carriages.
The Phuket King's Cup Regatta: Nai Han Beach, Phuket - Takes
place off the island of Phuket, in the Andaman Sea.
Involves competitors from all over South East Asia.
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