Orange Fever, Thailand! Enjoy while it lasts
Thai Tangerine (Small mandarin oranges – Som Cheen) – Because of the hot tropical climate and abundant rainfall, Thailand is ideal to grow a variety of fruits. Tangerine is a tropical and sub-tropical tree probably native to Southern China, the Philippines and the Malay Archipelago. There are many different hybrids…
Thailand gives 300kg gold to Bodh Gaya temple
The dome of the holiest Buddhist monument, Mahabodhi Temple at Bodh Gaya, the only UNESCO world heritage site in Bihar, will get a gold veneer by the end of this month. The process for gold plating was set in motion after 289 kilograms of the precious metal donated by Thailand…
Asia tops charts for expat quality of life
Five out of the top 10 destinations in the 2013 Expat Explorer Experience league table, ranked by expats for quality of life, ease of setting up and integration, are in Asia. Thailand ranks first, with mainland China, Singapore, India and Taiwan making up third, sixth, seventh and eighth place respectively,…
Thailand offers 6 million baht in financial aid to flood-hit Cambodia
Thailand is providing financial aid to flood victims in Cambodia after flash floods killed at least 152 people in the Mekong River. Foreign Minister Surapong Tovichakchaikul formally presented the assistance worth 6 million baht on behalf of the government to Cambodian ambassador to Thailand You Ay. He said after the…
TCEB conducts 2-city roadshow in India to promote its offerings
In a bid to further strengthen its presence in India, Thailand Convention & Exhibition Bureau (TCEB) recently conducted roadshows in Chennai and Mumbai along with 14 industry partners. During the roadshows, TCEB highlighted its role as ‘Thailand’s MICE One Stop Service’ and introduced its ‘Mega Event Thailand Connect’ promotional campaign…
Business delegation to Myanmar, Thailand & Cambodia rescheduled from Dec 8 to 18, 2013
The Pharmaceuticals Export Promotion Council of India (Pharmexcil) has rescheduled its earlier plan to take a business delegation to Myanmar, Thailand and Cambodia. As per the feedback from the members of the pharmaceutical companies the council has rescheduled the trip from December 8 to 18, 2013 instead of earlier announced…
Tourist Arrivals In Thailand Up 21.41 Per Cent To 17.437 Million
Tourist arrivals in Thailand for the period of January-August this year rose by 21.41 per cent to 17.437 million compared with the same period last year. China was the main source of tourists into Thailand followed by Malaysia, Russia, Japan, South Korea, India, Laos, Australia, UK and America, according to…
Areca Lodge, Central Pattaya, Thailand – Great Location! Good Value For Money!
Great Location! Good Value For Money! Rated Very Good, 8.2 ! Well-equipped gym! Good for shopping! Superb dining! Based on 1,800 guest reviews! From US$ 53! BOOK NOW at http://www.hotelbookingadvisor.com/Hotel/Areca_Lodge.htm Located in Central Pattaya, the Areca Lodge is a perfect base while in Pattaya with Royal Garden Plaza, Soi Buakhao…
Thailand wins Asian volleyball title with defeat of Japan in finals
Nakon Ratchasima, Thailand — Thailand defeated Japan in the finals of the 17th Asian Women’s Volleyball Championship in impressive fashion, winning in straight sets by scores of 25-22, 25-18, and 25-17. The Thai team won a string of stunning upsets in route to their second-ever volleyball championship, defeating top-seeded China…
Greetings/Sawadee from Big Buddha Temple (Wat Phra Yai), Koh Samui, Thailand!
Explore, compare and choose from 600 Koh Samui Hotels in Thailand at hotelbookingadvisor.com to make your stay comfortable while you explore this majestic Big Buddha. This temple is the home of Koh Samui’s most famous landmark the Big Buddha. Most Visitors come to marvel at the sheer size and beauty…