Fly to Dubai, Bangkok for Rs 10,000
MUMBAI: If your holidays have been only about Coorg and Jaisalmer so far, now’s the time to apply for a passport. The low-cost revolution that drastically brought down airfares on the domestic sector a few years ago is now set to play out on routes to west Asia and south-east…
Thailand to shed ‘sex tourism’ tag soon
Jarnson said the Thai food and dance festival in Goa, in association with the Vivanta by Taj hotels and resorts, was just such an attempt to project Thailand as a place steeped in culture, which is quite similar to the culture of the Indian sub-continent and tradition and a rich…
If you can’t handle sitting on floor cushions, opt for the outdoor seating at Ruen Mallika
Herbs and spice may entice, but if you can’t tell galangal from lemongrass, much less state their medicinal properties, then Ruen Mallika is your best bet. The menu features colorful A4-sized images, with herbal ingredients and their health advantages listed for every dish. The two-story restaurant is housed in an…
Baan Kanitha’s decor is heavy on Thai antiques and traditional wooden furniture
A liberal use of wood, vaulted ceilings, terra-cotta tiled floors and faded pink napkins gives this 18-year old establishment a Thai country house ambiance. At first glance, the menu seems uninspiring, full of classics like “nuea pad nam mun hoi” (beef stir-fried in oyster sauce, 190 baht) and “sai ua”…
A “plate” of Bo.Lan’s stir-fried squid with cha-kram
With both chefs at Bo.lan coming from the original Nahm restaurant in London, the creative flair on offer here matches Bangkok’s best. Thai design elements — woven rice trays hang down from the ceiling, fish ornaments made from palm leaves to hold the napkins — complement the contemporary decor. The…
Set in a traditional Thai house, La Na is the place to take visitors for delicious Thai classics
The Thai representative within the enchanting Face Bar cluster of restaurants, Lan Na Thai is situated on the upper floor of the teak pavilion close to the entrance. Open briefly for lunches, the almost-mythical decor really comes to life at night, with halogen lights bouncing off the high vaulted ceilings…
Hua Hin Jazz Festival
Title: Hua Hin Jazz Festival Location: Hua Hin Description: The annual Hua Hin Jazz Festival continues to grow in both popularity and professionalism, drawing visitors and musicians from Thailand and across the globe. Multiple stages, many of which are located on the beach, feature local and international talent in this…
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Charming Miracle of Laem Thaen Seafood Festival
Title: Charming Miracle of Laem Thaen Seafood Festival Location: Chonburi province Description: Charming Miracle of Laem Thaen Seafood Festival Date: August 19 – 20, 2011 Venue: Laem Thaen all – purpose terrace, Chonburi province Activities – Eating competitions – Musical performances – Fresh seafood market For more information: Saensuk Municipality…
New rules for factories to protect the environment
The Department of Industrial Works is amending the ministerial announcement concerning practices that create environmental impact by factories to update the rules to the current practice. The Department under the Industry Ministry (Thailand) revealed that the ministerial announcement on the rules for factories to followed is out-of-date. New adjustment will…