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Asia's uncut ruby
Life, Published on 05/01/2012
» As travel books dispel the mystique of remote spots worldwide, places that have preserved their unique character become ever harder to find. North Korea has been notoriously isolated by its ruling dynasty. Less in the global spotlight is the luminous land of Burma, known officially as the Republic of the Union of Myanmar. It, too, has suffered greatly under a brutal regime, but while its military junta has kept the world out, it has also perfectly preserved the culture within.
Hua Hin on the rise
Life, Karnjana Karnjanatawe, Published on 09/01/2012
» Hua Hin is listed as the second place of 15 cities of TripAdvisor's Destinations on the Rise.
Thailand's loss is Myanmar's gain
Life, Karnjana Karnjanatawe, Published on 16/01/2012
» Every January The New York Times lists destinations around the globe worth visiting, but sadly for Thailand missing from the 2012 list are destinations here that made the cut last year _ perhaps the fallout from its worst flooding in 50 years _ while only four Southeast Asia destinations make its list of "45 Places To Go in 2012".
Chinese New Year celebrations nationwide
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 20/01/2012
» The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) will commemorate the 37th anniversary of Thai-Chinese diplomatic ties until Jan 29, with colourful Chinese New Year festivities organised in Bangkok and 10 provinces nationwide.
Chinese New Year boosts tourist figures
Life, Karnjana Karnjanatawe, Published on 23/01/2012
» The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) expects the Chinese New Year to lure 300,000 international arrivals to the country.
Escape to the highland
Life, Karnjana Karnjanatawe, Published on 02/02/2012
» The highland of Chiang Rai is a popular destination during the cold weather, with many tourists expecting to see a sea of mist when they visit mountain routes in this northernmost province.
Mission accomplished
Life, Pongpet Mekloy, Published on 02/02/2012
» Twenty years ago, I noticed that every time I emerged from the forest after a long trek the first thing I craved was cola. To put a stop to this "addiction", I quit drinking all kinds of carbonated beverages from then on. Years later, every time I was on an overseas assignment I'd catch myself wishing I could have brought a bicycle along. But this time instead of quitting biking, I began a personal quest for foldable bikes in order to make my fancy come true.
Underwater wedding in Trang
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 03/02/2012
» The Underwater Wedding Fair in Trang, now in its 16th year, is held to promote natural and cultural tourism and an exotic traditional Thai wedding among foreign wedding couples, divers and tourists worldwide. This year, a number of couples will tie the knot and join several activities on Feb 10-12.
The Netherlands: Beyond the naughty bits
B Magazine, Ezra Kyrill Erker, Published on 05/02/2012
» While the Netherlands might be most commonly associated with the excesses of Amsterdam, its capital, there is a vibrant cultural scene here dating back centuries.
A new golden age of travel
Life, Karnjana Karnjanatawe, Published on 06/02/2012
» International travel is the main factor stimulating economies and breaking down cultural barriers, according to a study by Penn Schoen Berland on behalf of Marriott International.