Monday, August 22, 2011
Thailand trip notes under construction...
Ko Kret
http://www.lonelyplanet.com/thailand/bangkok/activities/cruise/ko-kret
The cheapest and most local way of experiencing riverine Bangkok is by boarding the Chao Phraya Express Boat at any tha (pier) and taking it in either direction to its final stop. Also appealing are the Sunday trips to Ko Kret and back.
http://www.lonelyplanet.com/thailand/bangkok/activities/cruise/ko-kret
The cheapest and most local way of experiencing riverine Bangkok is by boarding the Chao Phraya Express Boat at any tha (pier) and taking it in either direction to its final stop. Also appealing are the Sunday trips to Ko Kret and back.
Thailand trip notes under construction...
Chatchai Market
This colourful and inexpensive market is one of Hua Hin's major attractions. Vendors gather nightly in the centre of town (off Th Phetkasem) to fry, steam, grill, parboil or bake fresh gulf seafood for hordes of hungry Thais. Don't leave town without trying the famousroti Hua Hin served at this market, a delicious snack made with special dough and filled with sweets such as strawberries, custard or raisins.
http://www.lonelyplanet.com/thailand/upper-southern-gulf/hua-hin/restaurants/market/chatchai-market
Thailand trip notes under construction...
Kamphaeng Phet Historical Park
A Unesco World Heritage Site, this park features the ruins of structures dating back to the 14th century, roughly the same time as the better-known kingdom of Sukhothai. Kamphaeng Phet’s Buddhist monuments continued to be built until the Ayuthaya period, nearly 200 years later, and thus possess elements of both Sukhothai and Ayuthaya styles, resulting in a school of Buddhist art quite unlike anywhere else in Thailand.
http://www.lonelyplanet.com/thailand/kamphaeng-phet-province/kamphaeng-phet/sights/other/kamphaeng-phet-historical
A Unesco World Heritage Site, this park features the ruins of structures dating back to the 14th century, roughly the same time as the better-known kingdom of Sukhothai. Kamphaeng Phet’s Buddhist monuments continued to be built until the Ayuthaya period, nearly 200 years later, and thus possess elements of both Sukhothai and Ayuthaya styles, resulting in a school of Buddhist art quite unlike anywhere else in Thailand.
http://www.lonelyplanet.com/thailand/kamphaeng-phet-province/kamphaeng-phet/sights/other/kamphaeng-phet-historical
Thailand trip notes under construction...
Diving in Ko Rang
By far the best diving in the region is in and around Ko Rang. Protected from fishing by its marine park status, this place has some of the most pristine coral in Thailand. Visibility is much better than Ko Chang and averages between 10m and 20m.
Ko Yak and Ko Laun are both shallow dives perfect for both beginners and advanced divers. These two small rocky islands can be circumnavigated and have loads of coral, schooling fish, rays, morays, barracuda, puffer fish and the occasional turtle.
Thailand trip notes under construction...
Ao Phang Nga
This sheltered pocket of the Andaman Sea is blessed with verdant limestone cliffs, odd rock formations, submerged karst caves and quaint fishing villages. Around the coast, turquoise waters and scenic islands await the swooshing of your paddles. Hire a canoe, kayak or private boat from the visitors' centre or join a tour organised through an agency in town.
http://www.lonelyplanet.com/thailand/sights/river/ao-phang-nga
This sheltered pocket of the Andaman Sea is blessed with verdant limestone cliffs, odd rock formations, submerged karst caves and quaint fishing villages. Around the coast, turquoise waters and scenic islands await the swooshing of your paddles. Hire a canoe, kayak or private boat from the visitors' centre or join a tour organised through an agency in town.
http://www.lonelyplanet.com/thailand/sights/river/ao-phang-nga
Friday, August 19, 2011
Tuesday, August 16, 2011
Thailand trip notes...under construction...
Need to explore this list further, up to page 2 at the moment
http://www.lonelyplanet.com/thailand/things-to-do?page=2
http://www.lonelyplanet.com/thailand/things-to-do?page=2
Thailand trip notes...under construction...
http://www.elephantnaturepark.org/volunteer/chiangmaivolunteer.htm
Another elephant sanctuary to volunteer at recommended by lonely planet
Another elephant sanctuary to volunteer at recommended by lonely planet
Thailand trip notes...under construction...
http://www.sovranaspa.com/sovrana-spa-phuket-thailand/
a spa that is cheap and uses natural products and the treatments sound amazing.
a spa that is cheap and uses natural products and the treatments sound amazing.
Thailand trip notes...under construction...
http://chatuchak.org/
one of the worlds largest weekend markets, recommended by lonely planet as somewhere to pick up gifts for people back home and your own home.
one of the worlds largest weekend markets, recommended by lonely planet as somewhere to pick up gifts for people back home and your own home.
Thailand trip notes...under construction...
http://www.bigbluediving.com/dive-courses/open-water-diver/open-water-diver.html
recommended by lonely planet and trip advisor
recommended by lonely planet and trip advisor
Monday, August 15, 2011
beauty products...
Eye makeup remover~ use a bit of jojoba oil or olive oil on a cotton pad to gently dissolve and remove tough makeup <both are safe even for sensitive skin>
Lips~ try using straight shea butter or coco butter and see what happens to your lips... you'll be impressed!
Lips~ try using straight shea butter or coco butter and see what happens to your lips... you'll be impressed!
Thailand trip notes...under construction...
http://www.thaitravelblogs.com/2011/03/41-things-not-to-be-missed-in-thailand/
We have another public holiday coming up and I was browsing through my guidebooks this evening trying to find somewhere new to visit. I cannot go too far as it is only a short holiday. Anyway, I will tell you about my destination when I return after the weekend. What I want to blog about today is a “41 Things Not to be Missed” list I discovered in the Rough Guide to Thailand guidebook. Although not comprehensive, it is nethertheless a good starting point to use if you are planning a trip to Thailand.
- Phuket
- Nan
- Sea-canoeing in the Krabi region
- Silk
- Loy Krathong
- Khao Yai National Park
- Full Moon Party at Hat Rin, Koh Pha Ngan
- Khmer Ruins
- Diving and snorkelling off Koh Similan
- The National Museum of Bangkok
- Koh Chang
- Koh Tao
- Traditional Massage
- Trekking from Umphang
- Krung Ching waterfall, Nakhon Si Thammarat
- Koh Lanta
- Jim Thompson’s House
- Koh Samet
- The Grand Palace
- Riding the Death Railway
- Phethchaburi
- Wat Phu Thok
- The Mae Hong Son loop
- Vegetarian Festival, Phuket
- Amulet Market, Bangkok
- Wat Pho, Bangkok
- Khao Sok National Park
- Songkhla
- Koh Tarutao National Marine Park
- Folklore Museum, Phitsanulok
- Thai Cookery Classes in Chiang Mai
- Night Markets
- Ayutthaya
- The Mekhong River
- Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, Chiang Mai
- Chatuchak Weekend Market, Bangkok
- Rock climbing on Laem Phra Nang
- Tom yam kung
- Sukhothai
- Axe cushions
Sunday, August 14, 2011
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