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  Cycling trip in the Northeast

  Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 18/08/2016

  » On Sept 4, the "Tour of I-San Bung Kan Classic 2" cycling tour will be held by the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT)'s northeastern regional office and CofeeBike Club on a 55km route to Phu Singh Hill in Bung Kan province.

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  To the beat of the drum

  Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 29/06/2017

  » Nan is a northern city which was founded more than 700 years ago, and has unique art and culture. Its people have a proverb saying that Nan's heavenly sounds are "the sound of beating gongs and drums", "the sound of rice-pounding mortars" and "the sound of scripture-reciting monks". They believe the city continues to prosper as long as it is rich in food and resources, the people live comfortably, Buddhist monks are good and the sound of musical instruments and the puja drums resonate as offerings to the Lord Buddha.

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  For the love of kites

  Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 16/03/2018

  » Kite-flying enthusiasts should not miss the opportunity to see traditional and decorative kites from around the world when a popular festival returns to the resort town of Hua Hin from March 23-25.

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  Loy Krathong celebrations

  Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 10/11/2016

  » One of Thailand's most popular festivals, Loy Krathong, will be back although overt celebrations of events may still be toned down as a mark of respect after the passing of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej. This year, the Full Moon of the 12th lunar month falls on Nov 14, when restrictions on festive celebrations and entertainment venues will be lifted after the first 30 days of the mourning period.

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  Rocket Festival in Yasothon

  Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 21/04/2016

  » From May 14-15, the annual "Yasothon: City Of Bang Fai And Isan Legends" festival will take place at Phaya Thaen Park and in Muang district of Yasothon.

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  Destination waterfall

  Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 13/12/2018

  » A 4 minute 36 second film clip showing the happy time spent by the young King Bhumibol Adulyadej and Queen Sirikit at the stunning Phrom Lok Waterfall in Phrom Khiri district, Nakhon Si Thammarat province, in 1959 brings smiles and tears of joy to almost everyone who views it. This has inspired many to visit tambon Phrom Lok, which is now easy to reach by car unlike when the royal couple travelled by Jeep on a 10km dirt road.

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  Cooling down in Laos

  Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 27/12/2018

  » When tourists go to the Unesco World Heritage town of Luang Prabang in Laos, many immediately think of Buddhist temples, such as Phra That Phou Si, and the simple yet beautiful way of life evinced in traditions like sticky-rice almsgiving. As a matter of fact, Luang Prabang has numerous natural attractions, such as waterfalls and Tham Ting (Pak Ou Cave) for visitors to enjoy. One of the most popular spots is Kuang Si Waterfall.

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  Going green

  Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 03/01/2019

  » When people talk about Koh Yao, an unspoiled island off Phangnga province, many think of the popular Koh Yao Noi. As a matter of fact, Koh Yao consists of two islands -- Koh Yao Yai (big long island) and Koh Yao Noi (little long island) and is widely known as a paradise for holiday makers. Tourists can enjoy swimming, snorkelling or scuba diving in the sea, birdwatching and kayaking in mangroves, cycling and even rock-climbing.

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  More than meats the eye

  Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 15/11/2018

  » Japan is one of the most popular destinations for Thai tourists. More than 80,000 Thais visit Japan monthly, and the total number of Thai visitors per year is expected to reach 1.1 million this year, according to the Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO). To Thais, well-known Japanese destinations include Tokyo, Kyoto, Fukuoka, Osaka and Hokkaido, while Kobe sounds familiar for its premium-quality beef from grains and beer-fed cattle rather than tourism. As a matter of fact, this port city, about 500km from Tokyo, is worth a visit for its cultural diversity, modern comfort and good food.

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  New wonders of Jeju

  Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 06/12/2018

  » South Korea is one of the most popular overseas destinations among Thais. Of all 8.79 million Thai tourists abroad last year, 435,426 visited South Korea, 10.01% up from the previous year, and spent over 16 billion baht there, according to the Tourism and Sports Ministry.

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