Koh Chang by Clemens
Koh Chang's attractions include a monkey training school, elephant trekking and waterfalls. The pristine mountain backdrop and fine sandy beaches ensure that this resort will be a favoured Thailand beach destination for many years. Koh Chang is an 'exclusive island' just off the mainland in the region close to Pattaya and is reached by a short ferry ride from the mainland. The developer has selected one of the most beautiful locations in Koh Chang to establish this development. Koh Chang has several wonderful waterfalls that allow swimming and diving from rocks. As said there are elephant trekking tours through the jungle and there are a dozen diving schools that will guide you to the best diving spots that Thailand has to offer. Koh Chang (Elephant Island) is a mountainous island with several waterfalls and rainforest. It is the second largest island in Thailand, located on the Thai east coast about 300km from Bangkok, near the border to Cambodia in the Gulf of Thailand. Koh Chang is the one of the popular tourist destinations of Thailand which is only three hundred and ten kilometers away from Bangkok. This pleasant island will find you near the gulf of Thailand.
Wednesday, October 22, 2008
Khao Lak
Khao Lak by Clemens
Khao Lak Motive Cottage Resort is a simple but stylish boutique resort, located in the middle of the beautiful Khaolak, Phang Nga, a famous world-class holiday destination of the Andaman coastline. Tourists are in a paradise of sun, sand and Sea. Khao Lak offers a rare oasis for relaxation, with a superb combination of cool tropical forest, lovely beachfront accommodation and expansive white sand beaches. And those beaches are more beautiful than ever. Khao Lak is a tiny blip on the radar screen as you drive from Phuket Town north towards Takuapa. Restaurants dot the single main road through town and tend towards the casual, open-air kind of place with a wide-ranging menu covering all the standard foreigner favourites, classic Thai stir-fry dishes and plenty of fresh seafood. Khao Lak-lam Ru hotels cover a wide range of hotels including luxury hotels, business hotels and budget hotels. Khao Lak coastal province covers an area of 4,709 square kilometres. The provincial capital is 814 kilometres south of Bangkok, and is conveniently accessible by road from the capital and Phuket. Khao Lak Beach itself is quite small, tucked away at the southern end of this string of beaches. Behind the beach is Khao Lak mountain (khao is Thai for mountain), which gives it name to the area.
Khao Lak Motive Cottage Resort is a simple but stylish boutique resort, located in the middle of the beautiful Khaolak, Phang Nga, a famous world-class holiday destination of the Andaman coastline. Tourists are in a paradise of sun, sand and Sea. Khao Lak offers a rare oasis for relaxation, with a superb combination of cool tropical forest, lovely beachfront accommodation and expansive white sand beaches. And those beaches are more beautiful than ever. Khao Lak is a tiny blip on the radar screen as you drive from Phuket Town north towards Takuapa. Restaurants dot the single main road through town and tend towards the casual, open-air kind of place with a wide-ranging menu covering all the standard foreigner favourites, classic Thai stir-fry dishes and plenty of fresh seafood. Khao Lak-lam Ru hotels cover a wide range of hotels including luxury hotels, business hotels and budget hotels. Khao Lak coastal province covers an area of 4,709 square kilometres. The provincial capital is 814 kilometres south of Bangkok, and is conveniently accessible by road from the capital and Phuket. Khao Lak Beach itself is quite small, tucked away at the southern end of this string of beaches. Behind the beach is Khao Lak mountain (khao is Thai for mountain), which gives it name to the area.
Kanchanaburi
Kanchanaburi by Clemens
Kanchanaburi is most famous for the 1950's world box-office hit movie "The Bridge on the River Kwai". After the film hit the screens around the world, tourists started visiting Kanchanaburi to see this amazing bridge. Kanchanaburi lives off the tourism attracted by what people remember from the movie. But there's much more beyond the nasty history of Japanese mistreating. Kanchanaburi, a central Thailand province is one of the most beautiful parts of Thailand. Rich in natural beauty, Kanchanaburi has many National Parks, forests, mountains, rivers and so on. Kanchanaburi has lots of character, and is a great place to stay in raft houses on the river. Kanchanaburi province, located in close vicinity of Capital Bangkok, is the favorite of backpackers. Besides most famous for monuments of historical legacy like 'Death Railway' and the 'Bridge of River Kwai', the province also holds some popular national parks. Kanchanaburi is the biggest province at the center of Thailand. The place has significant history. Kanchanaburi (population 52,000) is the gateway to Kanchanaburi Province. Kanchanaburi province is a beautiful unspoiled land of wilderness and small towns rarely visited by western tourists. It is only 2 hours (150 km) from Bangkok on an excellent, scenic highway and there is plenty of accomodation and food options. The way to Kanchanaburi also leads pass the historic town of Nakorn Pathom with the world's highest Buddhist monument.
Kanchanaburi is most famous for the 1950's world box-office hit movie "The Bridge on the River Kwai". After the film hit the screens around the world, tourists started visiting Kanchanaburi to see this amazing bridge. Kanchanaburi lives off the tourism attracted by what people remember from the movie. But there's much more beyond the nasty history of Japanese mistreating. Kanchanaburi, a central Thailand province is one of the most beautiful parts of Thailand. Rich in natural beauty, Kanchanaburi has many National Parks, forests, mountains, rivers and so on. Kanchanaburi has lots of character, and is a great place to stay in raft houses on the river. Kanchanaburi province, located in close vicinity of Capital Bangkok, is the favorite of backpackers. Besides most famous for monuments of historical legacy like 'Death Railway' and the 'Bridge of River Kwai', the province also holds some popular national parks. Kanchanaburi is the biggest province at the center of Thailand. The place has significant history. Kanchanaburi (population 52,000) is the gateway to Kanchanaburi Province. Kanchanaburi province is a beautiful unspoiled land of wilderness and small towns rarely visited by western tourists. It is only 2 hours (150 km) from Bangkok on an excellent, scenic highway and there is plenty of accomodation and food options. The way to Kanchanaburi also leads pass the historic town of Nakorn Pathom with the world's highest Buddhist monument.
Isaan
Isaan by Clemens
Isaan is the poorest region of Thailand, due to the poor land and weather conditions and to a lack of development. The following table, with data for 1998 from the National Statistical Office, will give an idea of how Isaan compares to the rest of the country. Many tourist accommodation options have sprung up along the Mekong River, including bed and breakfasts, inns, taverns, lodges and guesthouses; the other rivers of Isaan are The Loei, Songkhram, Chi and Mun. Isaan girls arriving in Bangkok find that they can only earn the 300THB per day they were earning in the country. And while you can live on 300THB per day in Isaan, it is a much harder achievement in Bangkok. Isaan cuisine borrows heavily from Lao cuisine and is distinctly different from central Thai cooking, although there has been a considerable amount of cross-pollination. Perhaps the best-known Isaan dish is som tam, a spicy salad prepared from unripe papayas. Neverless Isaan is a wonderful place. It´s like anything else in Thailand, the whole region has its unique charm.
Isaan is the poorest region of Thailand, due to the poor land and weather conditions and to a lack of development. The following table, with data for 1998 from the National Statistical Office, will give an idea of how Isaan compares to the rest of the country. Many tourist accommodation options have sprung up along the Mekong River, including bed and breakfasts, inns, taverns, lodges and guesthouses; the other rivers of Isaan are The Loei, Songkhram, Chi and Mun. Isaan girls arriving in Bangkok find that they can only earn the 300THB per day they were earning in the country. And while you can live on 300THB per day in Isaan, it is a much harder achievement in Bangkok. Isaan cuisine borrows heavily from Lao cuisine and is distinctly different from central Thai cooking, although there has been a considerable amount of cross-pollination. Perhaps the best-known Isaan dish is som tam, a spicy salad prepared from unripe papayas. Neverless Isaan is a wonderful place. It´s like anything else in Thailand, the whole region has its unique charm.
Hua Hin
Hua Hin by Clemens
Hua Hin, Thailand's well known seaside town is about 200km south from Bangkok. Hua Hin can be easily accessed by road (about 2 and half hour drive from Bangkok), by train or by plane. Hua Hin now enjoys almost every sporting activity you can imagine catering for the needs of locals, expats and tourists alike. Also horse riding at the beach (I love it) is possible. Hua Hin is known with its clear blue water, white sand and coconut palms. Hua Hin hotels include luxury hotels and beach resorts, also small luxury hotels, family hotels, guest house and other accommodations including garden bungalows. Hua Hin's world-class and scenic golf courses are the stuff of dreams. Hua Hin has the whole nine yards you´ve been dreaming about all these years. The town at night is a great opportunity to see what happens to a sleepy coastal town after dark. Hua Hin travel and tours lists travel agents, regional travel guides, attractions and Hua Hin tourist information resources and suggested itineraries. Golf tour operators, gyms in Hua Hin, water sports and any other sporting activities are included in this section. Hua Hin on the North Western Gulf Coast of Thailand has long been a favoured holiday destination of the rich and royal, and is the location of a number of the Thai Royal Family's summer palaces. As a result of their affection for the area and their years of visiting, it is said that Hua Hin may be Thailand's oldest beach resort. Hua Hin was chosen as the Royal resort due to the excellent weather and climate. Hua Hin Country Club Apartments offer a tropical lifestyle combined with the convenience of modern day living. Providing a secure and discreet private estate.
Hua Hin, Thailand's well known seaside town is about 200km south from Bangkok. Hua Hin can be easily accessed by road (about 2 and half hour drive from Bangkok), by train or by plane. Hua Hin now enjoys almost every sporting activity you can imagine catering for the needs of locals, expats and tourists alike. Also horse riding at the beach (I love it) is possible. Hua Hin is known with its clear blue water, white sand and coconut palms. Hua Hin hotels include luxury hotels and beach resorts, also small luxury hotels, family hotels, guest house and other accommodations including garden bungalows. Hua Hin's world-class and scenic golf courses are the stuff of dreams. Hua Hin has the whole nine yards you´ve been dreaming about all these years. The town at night is a great opportunity to see what happens to a sleepy coastal town after dark. Hua Hin travel and tours lists travel agents, regional travel guides, attractions and Hua Hin tourist information resources and suggested itineraries. Golf tour operators, gyms in Hua Hin, water sports and any other sporting activities are included in this section. Hua Hin on the North Western Gulf Coast of Thailand has long been a favoured holiday destination of the rich and royal, and is the location of a number of the Thai Royal Family's summer palaces. As a result of their affection for the area and their years of visiting, it is said that Hua Hin may be Thailand's oldest beach resort. Hua Hin was chosen as the Royal resort due to the excellent weather and climate. Hua Hin Country Club Apartments offer a tropical lifestyle combined with the convenience of modern day living. Providing a secure and discreet private estate.
Chiang Rai
Chiang Rai by Clemens
Chiang Rai had a glorious place in history. It was the first capital of the independent, northern Thai Kingdom, Lanna Thai, established in 1262. Chiang Rai was held by the Burmese for many years, coming under Siamese rule only in 1786 (four years after Bangkok became capital). Whilst little is known of its history in earlier times, Chiang Rai's fortunes have latterly been closely linked with those of Chiang Mai and Chiang Saen (60 km (37 mi.) away). Chiang Rai province covers some 11,678 square kilometers with a population of 1.23 million. The average elevation is 580 meters above sea level, Myanmar borders on the north, and Laos on the north and northeast. Chiang Rai offers a quite and serene destination for tourists coming from all across the world. Hotels in Chiang Rai cater to the needs of both the business and leisure travelers. Chiang Rai is famous among the Thais for its unspoilt nature, unique cultures, beautiful mountains and for having the coolest weather in the country. The pace of life is relaxed, the food is delicious and nature beckons to be explored. Chiang Rai has become a major trekking center for journeys by foot, boat, mountain-bike or elephant to remote Akha, Karen, Lasu, Lahu, Yao and Shan hill-tribes. For some, Chiang Rai makes a better base for getting off the beaten track than Chiang Mai, and the town itself is not nearly as sprawling as its sister to the southwest.
Chiang Rai had a glorious place in history. It was the first capital of the independent, northern Thai Kingdom, Lanna Thai, established in 1262. Chiang Rai was held by the Burmese for many years, coming under Siamese rule only in 1786 (four years after Bangkok became capital). Whilst little is known of its history in earlier times, Chiang Rai's fortunes have latterly been closely linked with those of Chiang Mai and Chiang Saen (60 km (37 mi.) away). Chiang Rai province covers some 11,678 square kilometers with a population of 1.23 million. The average elevation is 580 meters above sea level, Myanmar borders on the north, and Laos on the north and northeast. Chiang Rai offers a quite and serene destination for tourists coming from all across the world. Hotels in Chiang Rai cater to the needs of both the business and leisure travelers. Chiang Rai is famous among the Thais for its unspoilt nature, unique cultures, beautiful mountains and for having the coolest weather in the country. The pace of life is relaxed, the food is delicious and nature beckons to be explored. Chiang Rai has become a major trekking center for journeys by foot, boat, mountain-bike or elephant to remote Akha, Karen, Lasu, Lahu, Yao and Shan hill-tribes. For some, Chiang Rai makes a better base for getting off the beaten track than Chiang Mai, and the town itself is not nearly as sprawling as its sister to the southwest.
Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai by Clemens
Chiang Mai was a quiet and peaceful place until the late 1960s, when the first industrial plants were built and many of the pretty old teakwood houses were replaced by modern concrete buildings and skyscrapers. The city has always been a favourite destination for tourists from other parts of Thailand, especially from Bangkok, who enjoy the cooler climate and the mountain scenery and in recent years it is becoming increasingly popular for tourists from other countries as well. Chiang Mai's heart is its Old City, an area surrounded by vestiges of walls and moats originally constructed for defense; yet Chiang Mai is a modern city with a growing infrastructure of modern shopping malls and condominiums. The contrast is part of the town's charm. Chiang Mai, with an altitude of approximately 310 meters above sea level, is situated approximately 700 kilometers from Bangkok on the Mae Ping River basin. Surrounded by high mountain ranges, the city covers an area of approximately 20,107 square kilometers and is the country's second largest province. Chiang Mai has now become one of the most popular locations to visit for this festival. A variety of religious and fun-related activities (notably the good-natured city-wide water-fight) take place each year, along with parades and a Miss Songkran beauty competition. Chiang Mai also boasts Thailand's highest peak, Doi Inthanon, which is 2575m above sea level. Check out some of the local markets in the Mueang district. In Chiang Mai you can enjoy wonderful Thai food in a setting that mirrors the beauty of Thailand.
Chiang Mai was a quiet and peaceful place until the late 1960s, when the first industrial plants were built and many of the pretty old teakwood houses were replaced by modern concrete buildings and skyscrapers. The city has always been a favourite destination for tourists from other parts of Thailand, especially from Bangkok, who enjoy the cooler climate and the mountain scenery and in recent years it is becoming increasingly popular for tourists from other countries as well. Chiang Mai's heart is its Old City, an area surrounded by vestiges of walls and moats originally constructed for defense; yet Chiang Mai is a modern city with a growing infrastructure of modern shopping malls and condominiums. The contrast is part of the town's charm. Chiang Mai, with an altitude of approximately 310 meters above sea level, is situated approximately 700 kilometers from Bangkok on the Mae Ping River basin. Surrounded by high mountain ranges, the city covers an area of approximately 20,107 square kilometers and is the country's second largest province. Chiang Mai has now become one of the most popular locations to visit for this festival. A variety of religious and fun-related activities (notably the good-natured city-wide water-fight) take place each year, along with parades and a Miss Songkran beauty competition. Chiang Mai also boasts Thailand's highest peak, Doi Inthanon, which is 2575m above sea level. Check out some of the local markets in the Mueang district. In Chiang Mai you can enjoy wonderful Thai food in a setting that mirrors the beauty of Thailand.
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