Thursday, June 02, 2011
Find a decent dongle for moving to Charlie's place...
Start searching for a decent dongle, don't forget to check how strong the connection is in the relevant areas.
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Tiger Temple
I have heard different things on the web about tiger temple being cruel, and others saying it is lovely and the tigers are treated well, I have found this account of two volunteers there, who said it was a good experience and the tigers are well taken care of:
I have heard different things on the web about tiger temple being cruel, and others saying it is lovely and the tigers are treated well, I have found this account of two volunteers there, who said it was a good experience and the tigers are well taken care of:
| Work: While we were at the temple, the cubs were nearly six months old. Almost every morning, we helped clean out the cubs cages and gave them a bath. While cleaning out cub cages, we were in the cages with them. Big tiger cubs are like big kittens. They want to play, they play using teeth and claws, and they will grab you. Bearing in mind that they are almost Labrador sized, you must keep up your guard. One morning we cleaned out the big tiger cages. Only experienced tiger staff can enter a cage with a tiger still in it. The cages are designed so that a tiger can be locked into any one of four quarters of the cage, so there is no need to be in the cage with them at all.
We helped take the tigers down to the canyon for the afternoon. It is an amazing experience to walk along beside a 300-400 pound tiger while resting your hand on his back so he knows where you are. Some of the tigers are on leads to go to the canyon but most of them just amble along beside you, slowly and patiently. Once in the canyon, the real work begins for us. There is no real need to help with the tigers as there are staff employed to look after them. The staff also work in the canyon, taking visitors up to the tigers and taking photographs. Most of the staff only speak Thai and most of the visitors speak no Thai. We spent 4 to 5 hours each day organising visitors, advising them of what they could and could not do and answering questions. If you are going to volunteer, this is where you will be most useful. Do a bit of research about the temple and it’s history, the individual tigers and tigers in general and the plans for the future. Most common questions were about the individual tigers, how old they are, how many tigers here, what their names are. Questions about tigers in general included, how many species of tigers there were, how much they weigh and do they get the same diseases as domestic cats. Other common questions were, are the tigers drugged (no) and are they vegetarian (no). Fortunately we knew a lot of the answers to start with and what we didn't know on the first day, we had learned by the second! We also got involved in taking photographs and one day Alan was tiger guard at the bottom of the canyon while the cubs were swimming. His job was to stop the cubs running too far from the pool so that they couldn't run up to the other tigers and visitors and cause general chaos. We were willing to help with anything, and having animal handling experience (although not with tigers), we were confident with the tigers while still being respectful and on our guard. Because of this, we were allowed to help with everything and were also allowed to be on our own with the cubs. The temple will always accept help on a more professional level than casual volunteer work. If you have experience of large wild animals, or running a zoo or wild animal sanctuary, then consider working here for a while. As well as the tigers, there are many other animals on site, which could provide great experience for trainee vets, for example. http://www.tigertemple.co.uk/volunteer.htm |
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Trying to find an elephant sanctuary to stay at for a week, and trying to make sure that they are a real sanctuary that treat the elephants well, as I have heard some places are just tourist attractions that treat the elephants terribly.
http://www.changthai.com/mahout/
http://www.changthai.com/mahout/
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Daily Program
- 7-8am Heart Meditation
- 8-9:30am Energizing asana yoga practice
- 9:30am Yummy healthy yogi breakfast
- 10:30am-5:00pm Choose your adventure: Rest, explore, climb, kayak, massage, workshops…
- 5:00pm-6:30pm Relaxed and meditative asana yoga practice
- 6:30pm-7pm Meditation
YOGA IMMERSION VACATION
6 DAYS/5 NIGHTS
No dates. Come anytime.(Check rates for price options)
Includes:
6 DAYS/5 NIGHTS
No dates. Come anytime.(Check rates for price options)
Includes:
- Twice Daily Yoga
- Meditations
- Accommodation
- Breakfast
Our Yoga Immersion vacation invites you to relax; let go and retreat into the peace and tranquility of this enchanting island. Still largely undiscovered by mainstream tourism, with pristine and remote beaches as well as friendly locals and outstanding natural beauty, the whole island has a retreat/hideaway feel. The program, which includes twice daily yoga, insight discussions and optional morning and evening meditations is designed to open your spiritual pathways and help you rediscover your authentic and unbounded nature. You will experience the intimate connection between body, mind and spirit and celebrate the joys of an improved yoga practice.
You are also welcome to join any of our evening events including movie nights, bhajans and beach bonfire celebrations. Lots of leisure time between classes gives you the freedom to explore the delights of Koh Yao, its customs and culture, adventures and cuisine. You can cruise around the spectacular Phang Nga bay and kayak the lush jungle waterways of Tha Lane, (both highly recommended), discover the island by bicycle or scooter, go rock climbing, take a Thai cookery class or just relax in the hammock and get a massage.
This yoga immersion retreat is ongoing allowing you to choose your own start date and, if you wish, extend your yoga vacation. Everyone is welcome; the programs are suitable for beginners as well as advanced practitioners. Please book ahead of time so that we can reserve a spot for you.
You are also welcome to join any of our evening events including movie nights, bhajans and beach bonfire celebrations. Lots of leisure time between classes gives you the freedom to explore the delights of Koh Yao, its customs and culture, adventures and cuisine. You can cruise around the spectacular Phang Nga bay and kayak the lush jungle waterways of Tha Lane, (both highly recommended), discover the island by bicycle or scooter, go rock climbing, take a Thai cookery class or just relax in the hammock and get a massage.
This yoga immersion retreat is ongoing allowing you to choose your own start date and, if you wish, extend your yoga vacation. Everyone is welcome; the programs are suitable for beginners as well as advanced practitioners. Please book ahead of time so that we can reserve a spot for you.
For £100 wicked :)
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http://www.thesanctuarythailand.com/yoga/healthy-yoga-holidays
Healthy Yoga holidays
@ The Sanctuary Thailand Resort, Spa, Detox & Life Center
We are pleased to offer an exclusive Healthy Yoga Holiday package for our Web customers. This inclusive package offers 10 % discount of normal rates
This package offers you a 7 day healthy yoga holiday including twice daily yoga / pilates classes, Private Yoga tuition, daily Spa treatments, daily steam room, Sanctuary therapy session & complimentary arrival tea at our Tea Temple.
Start this holiday package on any day to suite your travel plans.
This package includes
- Set meal arrival night
- 7 Yoga classes
- 2 Private Yoga classes
- 5 Spa treatments *
- 5 Steam Passes
- Any sanctuary therapy session
- + 7 nights accommodation
A. Budget room package total cost = 18,100 ** This is a comfortable Sanctuary bungalow -
- not web listed
- not web listed
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Bangkok Tuk Tuk Small Group Adventure Tour
- LOCATION:Bangkok, Thailand
- DURATION:4 hours (approx.)
- TOUR CODE:5086TUB
Travel as the locals do, by Tuk Tuk! Visit some of Bangkok's most famous sights: Phra Sumeru Fortress, the bustling Amulet Market, Wat Pho and its Reclining Buddha, Thieves Market and the colorful flower market of Dheves on this fun and exciting Bangkok tour.
Highlights
- Travel the backstreets of Bangkok by Tuk Tuk as you explore the great sights of Bangkok
- Visit the Phra Sumera Fortress, Amulet Market, Reclining Buddha at Wat Pho, Thieves Market and the colorful flower market at Dheves
- English-speaking local guide
- Traveling in a small group, maximum 12 passengers allowing a unique and intimate experience
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