March 11th, 2008
Want to learn diving in Thailand? Or perhaps you’re already a seasoned diver but have never seen Thailand’s diverse underwater flora and fauna?
You might want to take advantage of Centara Hotels and Resorts’ Diving Packages. You can download a brochure of their diving packages here. They offer quite attractive rates that include hotel accommodations, plus […]
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February 19th, 2008
Here’s a lovely lovely place in Phuket where you can spend easter: the Indigo Pearl resort.
Inspired by Phuket’s tin mining past, Indigo Pearl’s architecture and décor evokes a Thai factory of a century ago. The landscaping overflows with surprises: the postmodern transformation of a mature plantation spiced with modern sculpture and found industrial art. Simply […]
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February 13th, 2008
Whether you’re celebrating Valentine’s Day or just wanted to treat a special someone to a truly romantic experience, check out Orient Express’ list of Romantic Getaways in South-East Asia. Among their top-picks:
1. Road to Mandalay, Myanmar
2. Jimbaran Puri Bali, Indonesia
3. The Governor’s Residence, Yangon
4. Napasai, Koh Samui
5. La Résidence d’Angkor, Cambodia
6. Eastern & […]
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February 13th, 2008
Popular holiday island Koh Samui will be al the more accessible as Thai Airways launches flights to Samui starting February 15. There will be two flights daily from Bangkok (one at 7:45 am and another in the afternoon at 4 pm).
If you are a Royal Orchid Frequent Flyer member, you might also want to avail […]
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January 29th, 2008
The following entry is a contribution from guest blogger, Toni, currently writing at Wifely Steps.
Why do I love Bangkok? Let me count the ways. For now, let’s go with the Top 5 reasons however, as I could go on and on with why I love this city so. I want to whet your appetite with […]
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January 12th, 2008
For the last three years, Thailand-based budget airline NokAir has only been servicing domestic routes. Now, they’re flying further out, to Hanoi, Vietnam, operating 2 flights a week to and from the new Suvarnabhumi Airport in Bangkok.
Check out the Bangkok-Hanoi promo fares currently going as low as 3 THB!
Or, if you also need a place […]
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January 8th, 2008
There is a sombre mood in Bangkok as the nation mourn after passing of Princess Galyani Vadhana passed away last Jan 3. She is the elder sister of two kings of the Chakri Dynasty, King Rama Ananda and the present King Bhumibol Adulyadej.
Most major hotels have cancelled bookings for parties, events and other festivities.
Here’s […]
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November 30th, 2007
If plans pan out, it seems like we’ll be seeing a new budget airline fly the Asian skies in 2008.
Korean Air Lines Co. said Monday that its new low-cost airline was set to begin operations next May with routes to regional destinations including China and Malaysia.
Korean Air said in a press release that its board […]
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November 24th, 2007
Following the recent launch of the Spa Botanica at the Sukhothai Bangkok, the hotel has launched accommodation and spa treatment packages specially put together for all of you out there who are spa-addicts.
You can choose from the Spa Botanica Experience (Superior Room) or the Spa Botanica Experience (Deluxe Suite). Aside from the room type, the […]
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November 24th, 2007
If you’re staying at a place for an extended period, serviced apartments may be a better optio than staying in a hotel. More space, more homey feeling, and in the end, may turn out less costly than staying at a hotel.
If you’re looking for one in Bangkok, Thailand, check out the to-be-launched Oakwood Residences at […]
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