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		<title>Site of the Month for November 2011</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 19 Nov 2011 04:13:22 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Site of the Month for November 2011 discusses Bangkok Directory. 2BKK is the Bangkok web directory covering relevant websites to Bangkok business, nightlife, travel, trade, entertainment, discos and nightclubs, real estate, shopping, spa vacations, Thai cuisine, vacation rentals.]]></description>
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Site of the Month for November 2011 discusses <a href="http://www.2bkk.com/">Bangkok Directory</a>. 2BKK is the Bangkok web directory covering relevant websites to Bangkok business, nightlife, travel, trade, entertainment, discos and nightclubs, real estate, shopping, spa vacations, Thai cuisine, vacation rentals. </p>
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		<title>Understanding Higher Education in Thailand</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 27 Sep 2011 07:16:56 +0000</pubDate>
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				<category><![CDATA[Education]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Higher Education]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[In Thailand colleges and universities offer about 685 accredited international programs at undergraduate and graduate levels. Now the trend is being changed and Thailand is also in priority when parents want to send their children abroad for higher education apart from of UK, USA, AUSTRALIA and CANADA. Specially Asian prefer to come Thailand for higher [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In Thailand colleges and universities offer about 685 accredited international programs at undergraduate and graduate levels. Now the trend is being changed and Thailand is also in priority when parents want to send their children abroad for higher education apart from of UK, USA, AUSTRALIA and CANADA. Specially Asian prefer to come Thailand for higher education because students bear half of the price and get same lifestyle and education as UK, USA or Australia. Student can find many colleges and universities in Chiangmai, Khon Kaen and other locations apart from metropolis Bangkok. Many of the Universities are recognized and affiliated with other universities at global network. Students and lecturers come here to study and work from around the globe.</p>
<p>Thailand has a wealth of international academic institutions and Bangkok University offers a Business English BA three year course at about £6,600 total course fees. The accommodation varies as well, some universities have their own dorms on campus and some don&#8217;t have but living costs in Thailand are among the cheapest in the world. However finding a cheap place to live near the university and also which is near transportation is not something to be worried about. The cost of living is almost half the price of London. If you are on a tight budget you can share a place with friends and save substantial amount of cash or if you are concerned about your privacy then you can find out affordable places for living, their people will be always happy to help you.</p>
<p>There are many degree programs in English offered in Thailand from all major universities such as accounting, arts, architecture, biotechnology, business administration, hotel management, tourism, international business, engineering, medical, information technology, law, mass communication, journalism and many more. Thailand follows the US degrees with all Graduate and Under Graduate courses. Most of the foreign students prefer Business Administration, Marketing, Business English Language, International Business Management or General Management on Undergraduate and Graduate level.</p>
<p>Students can earn good amount of money by doing some part time jobs when they study in Thailand. The most common part time job for students in Thailand is teaching private tutoring English and primary subjects to the local Thai children. Jobs can be found on the net or by local newspapers.</p>
<p>Since 1990s the number of private colleges in Thailand has increased to 49 and national universities have opened satellite campuses in various provinces. Thus, Thailand&#8217;s higher education has entered the masses-oriented stage in terms of numbers of students. Thailand is top most choice for student and parents as well today for higher education.</p>
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		<title>Is Bangkok a safe place ?</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 02 Aug 2011 06:51:59 +0000</pubDate>
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				<category><![CDATA[Travel]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[&#8220;In comparison to other major cities around the world, Bangkok is very safe and, in all probability, you will have no problem even if walking alone at night. Nevertheless, it always pays to use common sense and it&#8217;s worth remembering you are likely a lot richer than the average Thai &#8211; don&#8217;t flaunt it. A [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>&#8220;In comparison to other major cities around the world, Bangkok is very safe and, in all probability, you will have no problem even if walking alone at night. Nevertheless, it always pays to use common sense and it&#8217;s worth remembering you are likely a lot richer than the average Thai &#8211; don&#8217;t flaunt it.</p>
<p>A bigger problem are the various types of scams and stealth crime that you will likely encounter &#8211; watch out in particular for smooth talking con artists and talented pickpockets that operate in crowded conditions such as markets and the Bangkok buses. Keeping your your wallet or purse in a money belt can be helpful at preventing the the thieves.&#8221;</p>
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		<title>Site of the Month for June 2011</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 13 Jun 2011 03:34:39 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>admin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Site of the Month for June 2011 is mentioned Bangkok Business. Directory Bangkok contains listings to browse for any aspects such as Bangkok business, real estate, travel, shopping, bars &#038; pubs, cabarets &#038; floor shows, discos &#038; nightclubs, entertainment, destination guides, massage &#038; sauna, nightlife guides, retreats &#038; spas, spa vacations, Thai cuisine.]]></description>
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Site of the Month for June 2011 is mentioned <a href="http://www.directorybangkok.com/">Bangkok Business</a>. Directory Bangkok contains listings to browse for any aspects such as Bangkok business, real estate, travel, shopping, bars &#038; pubs, cabarets &#038; floor shows, discos &#038; nightclubs, entertainment, destination guides, massage &#038; sauna, nightlife guides, retreats &#038; spas, spa vacations, Thai cuisine.</p>
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		<title>Online Job &#8211; Earn $500 A Month</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 11 Mar 2011 09:29:24 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Andy Johnson</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Internet & Net working]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[All you need to do is stop thinking and start doing! Start doing some research or go to pages and people that have already done the research or are already living the life. Once you done the research you will know (and maybe you already know) that it is not difficult to earn around $500 [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>All you need to do is stop thinking and start doing! Start doing some research or go to pages and people that have already done the research or are already living the life. Once you done the research you will know (and maybe you already know) that it is not difficult to earn around $500 a month doing business on the internet. Once you done the research you will know (and maybe you already know) that it is not difficult to earn around $500 a month doing business on the internet.</p>
<p>You might be good at writing articles, good at building web pages, photography, coding, etc. You might not think of it as special but have you ever thought that what you are good at someone else maybe very bad at? That is where the freelance sites come into place. Here you can offer your services and make some money doing things that you are good at. You can do this while travelling, that way you can make money while travelling. Thailand is a very cheap place to live. And $500 might not seem like a lot but if you take action and go there and meet people you will see that $500 a month can give you a healthy life there. And once you are in Thailand you have all the time you want to do even more work, you won&#8217;t be distracted, you can just do as much as you want. </p>
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		<title>Good Health Care in Bangkok</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 02 Jul 2010 03:13:05 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Fred Peters</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Bangkok has a large number of medical care facilities so whether you are a resident, a tourist or an expatriate staying at Bangkok you will be satisfied with the treatment that you will receive in the city. The city has private hospitals that are amongst the best hospitals in world. The government hospitals are also [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Bangkok has a large number of medical care facilities so whether you are a resident, a tourist or an expatriate staying at Bangkok you will be satisfied with the treatment that you will receive in the city. The city has private hospitals that are amongst the best hospitals in world. The government hospitals are also well maintained, with modern amenities and are not very crowded. There are a few charity and military hospitals also in the city. Language is usually not a problem as most of the doctors and nurses are well versed with English. Most of the hospitals in Bangkok also provide interpreters for patients in case the need arises.</p>
<p>Bangkok General Hospital is a highly acclaimed private hospital at Bangkok. The hospital is famous for its orthopedics unit which specializes in elbow, knee, hip and spinal surgeries. The treatment at the hospital is affordable. The hospital has a 24 hour emergency care centre, specialized trauma centre and advance ambulance services which include medical evacuation by a helicopter if required. The hospital address is 2, Soi Soonvija 7, New Petchburi Road, (02) 310 3000. Bangkok Hospital Group is Thailand&#8217;s largest chain of hospitals with 13 centres across the country. All hospitals offer multi-disciplinary and specialized medical care.</p>
<p>The Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital is the oldest medical school and hospital of Thailand. It is the biggest public hospital in Thailand established almost 120 years ago. The hospital provides preventive, therapeutic and palliative medical care. It is one of the busiest hospitals of Thailand and offers excellent medical care to its patients. It is well known for its orthopaedic procedures.</p>
<p>BNH Hospital or the Bangkok Nursing Home as it was originally known was set in 1898. It was the first non-profit private hospital that was set up exclusively for expatriates. Later on the hospital extended its facilities to the Thai people also. The BNH Hospital is known for its high quality medical services which include consultation, diagnosis, planning and executing the treatment, surgeries, post-operative care. The hospital has a team of general practitioners and as well as specialists. They strongly believe in the concept of family doctor. The hospital performs all types of orthopaedic and cardiac surgeries.</p>
<p>Samitivej Hospitals is a leading chain of hospitals of Thailand. Their main facility, Samitivej Sukhumvit Hospital at Bangkok is located in the heart of the city. The hospital offers excellent care in various fields of medicine and is equipped with complete range of medical technology and a team of over 400 specialists.</p>
<p>Samitivej Srinakarin Children Hospital is part of the Samitivej chain is and a well equipped and acclaimed hospital in Bangkok. It is the first hospital of its kind that is dedicated to pediatric medicine. However there are standard orthopedic procedures available for adults too. The hospital is cheaper as compared to the other top private hospitals in Bangkok but the services are world class.</p>
<p>Another private hospital in Bangkok that offers services 24 hours a day is Saint Louis Hospital. This facility has a modern operating room, is well maintained and services both outpatients and in patients. As you can see, you have many choices when it comes to quality health care in Bangkok, Thailand.</p>
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		<title>Bangkok Gay Nightlife &#8211; Where to Go and Where to Stay</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 17 Jun 2010 10:00:11 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Linda Greens</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Bangkok&#8217;s nightlife has attracted gay tourists from around the world in search of bars and clubs with the right crowd and the atmosphere. And where can you find these bars and clubs? Where else but in Bangkok&#8217;s red light district called Patpong. Patpong is most well known for go go bars and sex clubs for [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Bangkok&#8217;s nightlife has attracted gay tourists from around the world in search of bars and clubs with the right crowd and the atmosphere. And where can you find these bars and clubs? Where else but in Bangkok&#8217;s red light district called Patpong.</p>
<p>Patpong is most well known for go go bars and sex clubs for straight men. But what most people don&#8217;t know is that there are many small and large gay establishments as well for gay visitors. There are 3 main areas within Patpong where gays can find all male go go bars, restaurants and even upscale bars and clubs. All of these areas are within easy walking distance to each other.</p>
<p>The first place to find gay go go bars and venues is in Duangthawee Plaza located on Surawongse road just off Patpong 2. It&#8217;s often called Soi Twilight because many of the establishments here are able to close later than the official 1am -2am closing time imposed by the government. Here you&#8217;ll find the most gay go go bars and a few noteworthy restaurants to lounge around and have a meal and drink in such as Dick&#8217;s Cafe.</p>
<p>The second strip for gay nightlife is found on Silom Soi 4. There are no go go bars here so Silom 4 has a much more laid back and relaxed atmosphere. There are many popular restaurants and bars lining the street with open terraces for people watching and the seats are filled especially on weekends. And ever so often a group of gay restaurant and bar owners will get together and put on fashion and entertainment shows with live music and dancers. One of the most popular bars on Silom Soi 4 is the pub style Telephone, where there are telephones on tables which you can use to call for a chat with fellow customers.</p>
<p>The last area is the smallest and it is on Silom Soi 2, just a few minutes walk from Silom Soi 4. This area has the least bars and clubs, however it has 2 of the best clubs popular with the young gay crowd called DJ Station and Freeman with its famous drag show starting every night at midnight. Make sure to get a seat near the balcony for the best view of the show below which takes place on a large central dance floor.</p>
<p>Finally there are many hotels in Bangkok but it&#8217;s best to stay around Patpong since that&#8217;s where you can find the most gay friendly hotels. There are only a few within walking distance to Patpong&#8217;s gay nightlife venues such as the Montien Hotel and Bally&#8217;s Suites Silom.</p>
<p>Bangkok is the perfect place for gay travelers to explore a strange city in Southeast Asia. Thailand itself has a large gay population and the people accept travelers as who they are regardless of sexual orientation.</p>
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		<title>Bangkok Culture</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 23 Mar 2010 03:06:24 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Linda Greens</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Bangkok&#8217;s culture dates back to many centuries that it is said that archeological excavations in the area north of Nakorn Ratchasima indicate that there were people living here over 4000 years ago The Bangkokians are a bunch of warm and friendly people, usually too polite to show offense. Yet, as with any nation, there are [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Bangkok&#8217;s culture dates back to many centuries that it is said that archeological excavations in the area north of Nakorn Ratchasima indicate that there were people living here over 4000 years ago</p>
<p>The Bangkokians are a bunch of warm and friendly people, usually too polite to show offense. Yet, as with any nation, there are borders of behavior that should and should not be crossed. They take great pride in their monarchy. Visitors are well-advised to respect the reverence in which devoted Bangkokians hold their royal family. The Buddhist religion is considered sacred by Bangkokians. Monks, temples, and Buddha images are everywhere and most of the people treat them with great respect. It is expected that appropriate clothing be worn in temples, and shoes removed when entering certain areas in the temples.</p>
<p>For Bangkokians, the maintenance of surface calm and harmony is crucial. Loss of temper, arguing, or direct criticism are best avoided among them, because they feel it serves little purpose in any case. The famous wai is a used as a gesture for both greeting and respect. Wai requires the person to use both of his hands as if praying in front of his face. In general, it is considered to be a mark of respect to try to keep the head at a lower level than that of a senior or older person when talking to or passing them. On entering a private chamber or house, it is customary to remove your shoes. The polite form of address when talking to or about people of similar or older age are to use the title &#8220;Khun&#8221; and the person&#8217;s first name.</p>
<p>Many Bangkokians will be too polite to comment on behaviour that is disrespectful of a fellow Bangkokian, but you should be aware that it is still offensive. Looks and appearances are important to Bangkokians. When meeting them, dressing smartly, or at least appropriately, reflects the degree of respect you hold for them.</p>
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		<title>Getting A Cheap Flights To Bangkok</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 14 Oct 2009 07:10:50 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>David Stewards</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Getting a cheap deal for flights and cheap airfares is not so easy, a lot of research is needed for this. It is a wonderful place which offers various sightseeing, restaurants, nightlife and accommodations. Bangkok is Asia’s top destination of holiday makers and travelers. Maximum numbers of airlines are routed to this city from London, [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Getting a cheap deal for flights and cheap airfares is not so easy, a lot of research is needed for this. It is a wonderful place which offers various sightseeing, restaurants, nightlife and accommodations. Bangkok is Asia’s top destination of holiday makers and travelers. Maximum numbers of airlines are routed to this city from London, Edinburgh, New Castle, Glasgow, Birmingham, Manchester and other major cities of UK.</p>
<p>Airlines like EvaAir, Thai Airways, British Airways and Qantas are connecting UK directly to Bangkok. Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways, Emirates, Turkish Airways, Singapore, Swiss Airways, KLM and Gulf Airways are the indirect flights to Bangkok. It has excellent climatic conditions, you can visit all round the year. Choose the best airline as the in-flight services vary in every airline. All airlines provide customers with 180 degrees of recline, converting into the most comfortable of beds.</p>
<p>Search Cheap flights to Bangkok, it is spiritual, cultural, political, commercial, educational, diplomatic centre and gateway to other major cities in Thailand. You can get good discounts on business and first class flights. Low cost long and short haul flights are available with all airlines. A cheap flight deal is also a good option on business class travelers and economy class travelers. Economy class travelers can book business class flights by having a cheap flight deal to Bangkok.</p>
<p>Plan your holidays, honeymoons and business travel by booking cheap flights to Bangkok and save a good amount of money. Honeymoon packages with cheap flights are also available for your travel to Bangkok. These cheap honeymoon packages include airfares, accommodations, food, etc. Transportation and accommodations are easy to find at cheap prices. Search for the travel companies providing online booking of cheap flights and for the travel agents, who can provide cheap flights to Bangkok.</p>
<p>Bangkok’s main sights are concentrated in the Old City on Rattanakosin Island. Some of the most famous are the Grand Palace, Wat Pho and Wat Arun. Ban Kamthieng, M.R. Kukrit&#8217;s Heritage Home and the Suan Pakkad Palace are the good examples of Thai style residences. Dusit Palace, Vimanmek Mansion, King Prajadhipok Museum, National Gallery, The Queen&#8217;s Gallery, Santichaiprakarn Park, etc are some of the main tourist attracted places.</p>
<p>This city is full of shopping malls and markets. It is a great destination for shopping lovers. Siam Center, Siam Square, Siam Paragon, MBK or the Emporium are some them.</p>
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		<title>Choosing Bankok For Your Destination</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2009 06:46:57 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Andy Johnson</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The capital city of Thailand &#8211; Bangkok is one of the world&#8217;s biggest cities as well as the top among the Asia&#8217;s hotspots. With its attractions that are a blend of traditional and modern, Bangkok has not only lured the people touring the destination but also has attracted many foreigners to stay here permanently. The [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The capital city of Thailand &#8211; Bangkok is one of the world&#8217;s biggest cities as well as the top among the Asia&#8217;s hotspots. With its attractions that are a blend of traditional and modern, Bangkok has not only lured the people touring the destination but also has attracted many foreigners to stay here permanently. </p>
<p>The major draw of the city is undoubtedly its breathtaking palaces, each of which is much favored for its incredible architecture and craftsmanship. Most popular among the palaces in the city is probably Chitralada, sprawling over an area of about 250 acres of lush green area. The palace once served as the summer residence of King Chulalongkorn, and now it is home to a range of awesome attractions including park with fountain graced with Baroque figures in each of its corner. Also, found within the palace grounds are a school, which was primarily opened for the education purposes of the children of royal family.</p>
<p>Equally fabulous is the region&#8217;s temples whose number comes to more than 400. Among which perhaps the most prominent is Wat Phra Kaeo, found within the grounds of the Grand Palace. An emerald statue of Lord Buddha in mediating posture, dating back to the 15th century can be seen here. A visit to such ancient temples in the region as Wat Pho &#8211; the oldest as well as the largest temple in the city, Wat Tramit boasting of the largest solid gold image of Buddha in a sitting mediating posture with a calm smile, and Wat Arun whose highlight is an interesting monument named Phra Sumen &#8211; an octagonal shaped structure, would be a great experience.</p>
<p>In order to get a glimpse on the city&#8217;s splendid as well as delightful historical past, it would be great to take a tour to the museums in the region such as Bangkok Folk Museum with interesting exhibits such as traditional household artifacts, antiques, and items once used for ceremonies; the National Museum with the displays of the Neolithic era; and Prasart Museum with amazing artifacts of the past. Attractions in Bangkok also cover the largest crocodile farm in the world, with more than 30,000 crocodiles. Above all, Bangkok is a kid&#8217;s friendly destination and provides a host of options for them in the form of amusement parks consisting of thrilling slides and equipments. Apart from these, the city boasts of excellent nightlife and dining options.</p>
<p>When comes to accommodation, Bangkok has superb choices to satisfy every taste and pocket. Options are incredible for well-heeled, with a continuum of luxury hotels. Majority of the luxury hotels are located within easy reach of almost all attractions and facilities in the region. Usually, these hotels can cater to every level of travelers, no matter it is a business traveler, leisurely traveler, or honeymooners.</p>
<p>For business people and top executives, many of the luxury hotels come with superb conference facilities for conducting seminars and meetings. Likewise, for travelers who are tired after a day&#8217;s sightseeing or enjoyment of a myriad of activities in the city, these hotels make available pampering spa treatment for ultimate relaxation. In addition, for travelers seeking sports and leisure, many of them provide facilities such as Jacuzzi, fitness center, and swimming pool.</p>
<p>The rooms available in luxury hotels are mostly elegantly appointed with such top end amenities as highly comfortable beds, satellite television, air-conditioning, AM/FM alarm clock, mini bar, safe deposit box, Wi-Fi high speed internet access, soundproof system, and international direct dial. Similarly, dining options available in majority of the upscale hotels are simply amazing with a variety of restaurants and bars, serving a delightful array of cuisines, beverages, and an extensive list of wine.</p>
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