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What's in a Thai nickname?
What's in a Thai nickname?
SAMUI: Ask your Thai tour guide, waiter or hotel recep­tionist what they are called, and the chances are that you’ll find their name is very short, often one syllable. Noi, perhaps, or Jeab, or Mee.
Passing on the beliefs of yoga
Passing on the beliefs of yoga
SAMUI: It’s Yoga will offer two ashtanga yoga teacher training programmes this year at the Mercure Buri Resort in Koh Samui, to be held in June and November.
Fisherman’s Village
SAMUI: A tranquil escape from Koh Samui’s growing commercial development and decadent nightlife, Bo Phut, charmingly referred to as Fisherman’s Village, is located on the island’s northern coast, nestled between the established beaches of Big Buddha and Maenam.
Sawadee.com – Regatta Samui 2011 May 30th - June 4th
Sawadee.com – Regatta Samui 2011 May 30th - June 4th
SAMUI: One of Asia's biggest regattas and the final of the Asian Yachting Grand Prix, the Sawadee.com Regatta Samui 2011 has grown to attract the best yachts in Asia and a large spectator following who come for great sailing, great parties and many other events that occur during one incredible week each year.
Time for Songkran
Time for Songkran
SAMUI: If you happen to be visiting Thailand during April 13-15, you might be in for a big surprise. It’s that time of the year again. Get ready to be drenched in water and covered in powdery substances, all in the name of celebration.
Wat Plai Laem, Koh Samui - Suwannaram Temple
Wat Plai Laem, Koh Samui - Suwannaram Temple
SAAMUI: This amazing temple is located just a kilometre from the Big Buddha, but it is often overlooked by the tour companies, which is really a pity.
Tee-off on Koh Samui
Tee-off on Koh Samui
SAMUI: With the increasing popularity in golf tours, packages and holidays, Thailand is fast becoming the Mecca of Asia’s golfing holiday industry.
Holiday villas taking over from conventional hotel rooms
SAMUI: With the increased usage of the internet, holidaymakers have more options and can thoroughly research a destination for every facet such as location, price and accommodation types.
St patrick's Day - same again please
SAMUI: Irish eyes are smiling – it must be that time of the year again, and we’re not talking about the Cheltenham Gold Cup. It’s that special Irish festival, accompanied by copious amounts of Guinness drinking, that will explode across the world for 24 hours on March 17.
Gringo’s Cantina Restaurant on Koh Samui
Gringo’s Cantina Restaurant on Koh Samui
Although Thailand is noted for its own delicious food, Mexican food is simply divine. On Koh Samui there is Gringo’s Cantina Restaurant which is situated on Chaweng Beach. Two smiling chicas greet you at the entrance, wearing ponchos and sombreros. As Gringos is off the main Beach road, it is hidden from the traffic but is full of life, with Mexican music playing and ultra friendly staff.
Thailand thrives on adversity
Thailand thrives on adversity
SAMUI: Although the Thailand tourism market has re­cently took some negative press for the now disbanded ‘Red Shirt’ saga in Bangkok, the Kingdom is fighting back in the only way it knows how – carrying on as normal and con­solidating the country as one of the world’s fa­vourite holiday destinations.
Citrus Heights Patong Hotel
Citrus Heights Patong located in the island of Phuket, on Phang Mueng Sai Kor Road, is our latest addition to the Citrus group of hotels. It is a leisurely 15 minute walk to the beach and waterfront promenade and also within walking distance are a number of ethnic restaurants & pubs. The hotel is small and cozy with a total of 77 rooms with some having a mountain view.
Citin Plaza Patong Hotel
Located in the island of Phuket on Prachanukhro Road, is Citin Hotels newest property, Citin Plaza Patong. This brand new 248 room hotel is spread across 5 buildings, each building with a rooftop swimming pool and shared facilities that include restaurants, meeting rooms, a gym and more. The famous Patong beach is a mere 15 minute walk from the hotel with several restaurants and pubs en route.
Citrus Heights Patong Hotel
Citrus Heights Patong located in the island of Phuket, on Phang Mueng Sai Kor Road, is our latest addition to the Citrus group of hotels. It is a leisurely 15 minute walk to the beach and waterfront promenade and also within walking distance are a number of ethnic restaurants & pubs. The hotel is small and cozy with a total of 77 rooms with some having a mountain view.
Citin Plaza Patong Hotel
Located in the island of Phuket on Prachanukhro Road, is Citin Hotels newest property, Citin Plaza Patong. This brand new 248 room hotel is spread across 5 buildings, each building with a rooftop swimming pool and shared facilities that include restaurants, meeting rooms, a gym, a spa and more. The famous Patong beach is a mere 15 minute walk from the hotel with several restaurants and pubs en route.
Phuket Country Club
Phuket Country Club family membership available 550,000 Baht including transfer. call 0819785382
Angus O'Tool's
Irish Pub, Restaurant, Guesthouse. Opposite Centara Karon Beach Resort) Located Only 300 Metres From Karon Beach, Great Rates, Clean, Cool, Cozy, Comfortable & Secure. Four Standards of Rooms to Suit your Budget. Rates From 500Baht/Night Per Room, Not Per Person. No Hidden Extras All Local Taxes Included. FREE Fast WiFi, Coffee, Tea & water In All Rooms. For more information check us out at: www.otools-phuket.com
PRS CE USA Electric Guitar
US made PRS CE electric guitar. Purple metallic. Upgraded with graphtec saddles = better sustain and no string breakage. Elixir strings. Excellent condition. Price new 65.000 baht. For sale at 40.000 baht or best offer.
Facebook Fridays
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