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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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		<title>Information For Your Travel To Bangkok</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2009 08:31:29 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Andy Johnson</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[If you also want to visit Bangkok for a vacation, you have to follow certain tips. It is very hot in the month of April in Bangkok. So, avoid traveling to Bangkok in this month. Since the city offers many visiting places, you will find it difficult to roam around in the heat summer. Therefore [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If you also want to visit Bangkok for a vacation, you have to follow certain tips.</p>
<p>It is very hot in the month of April in Bangkok. So, avoid traveling to Bangkok in this month. Since the city offers many visiting places, you will find it difficult to roam around in the heat summer. Therefore avoid traveling in this month. Book your cheap flight to Bangkok and visit all the beautiful temples, galleries, museums and other scenic beauties of Bangkok.</p>
<p>If you want to avail cheap flights to Bangkok, try to travel in an off season. Also book a round trip with a good travel services company to get huge discounts. If you save your money on travel then you can spend that extra money while you are in Bangkok.</p>
<p>If food is your concern, you need not have to worry at all. Take the help of the local guides who will take you to the best of the food joints. You would get an amazing variety of gourmets and cuisines in Bangkok. You can taste the best food at different food joints located at major places like 100 Th Ratchadamri, where you can get Italian Thai food, Arawy &#8211; best known for Thai vegetarian, Thai breakfast in Atlanta Coffee Shop and other Thai specialties at Aw Taw Kaw Market and Baan Khanitha &#038; Gallery. You can also get varietiesa of food of different tastes from all over the world at Bed Supperclub. And if you are addicted to French Creepier, you can get into Crepes &#038; Co. Also do not forget to taste the food prepared by street vendors to taste the local delicacies. If you want to taste such fabulous food in Bangkok, you have to just book find out the flights to Bangkok and book your cheap flight ticket.</p>
<p>You might be thinking of the accommodation in Bangkok. That is quite obvious for any traveler to think of accommodation. In Bangkok there are a number of resorts and hotels where you can check in. You can find both luxurious and cheap hotels in Bangkok. The hospitality of the staff in these hotels is praise worthy. You can also pamper yourself in a spa and make your trip much more enjoyable. Travelers around the world cut down their expenses in traveling by booking cheap flights to Bangkok and check in a good hotel here in Bangkok.</p>
<p>Globester provides cheap flights to popular U.S.A and International Destinations around the world. You can search your Bangkok flights online and get detailed information about cheap flights to Asia and plan your trip ahead. All you need pack your bags to explore best regions which you have not seen. </p>
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		<title>It is a Golden Opportunity to Own a Home in Thailand</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2009 06:24:45 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Linda Greens</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[It is a golden opportunity for those who dream of securing a prime piece of real estate in an ideal location with a reasonable price. Living in Thailand is a rewarding experience and the place for successful living! Thailand Property Market Thailand is classed as an emerging property market while it remains in the early [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>It is a golden opportunity for those who dream of securing a prime piece of real estate in an ideal location with a reasonable price. Living in Thailand is a rewarding experience and the place for successful living!</p>
<p>Thailand Property Market</p>
<p>Thailand is classed as an emerging property market while it remains in the early stages of growth. Investors are purchasing now, while property prices are at a low and look set to rise when the property market and supporting infrastructure matures in Thailand. High growth figures are very achievable particularly in the newer resorts, where average growth can reach 15%.</p>
<p>The government is concentrating on ambitious new marketing efforts to attract luxury tourism in order to meet its annual target of 10% growth in tourist numbers.</p>
<p>New construction in resorts is expected to attract a vast numbers of tourists on short term holidays, while generating excellent rental yields for the investors who own these properties.</p>
<p>Retire like royalty in a low-cost paradise</p>
<p>The cost of living in Thailand is much lower than in most European/American destinations while the facilities available to tourists and visitors are modern and of international standard. Property is much cheaper in Thailand than elsewhere and an increase in overseas interest in property purchase has helped to create an economic recovery in Thailand.</p>
<p>The answer for a growing number of European and Americans making the leap into early retirement is moving to a country with a lower cost of living. From a financial perspective, spending your golden years overseas is certainly tantalizing. Consider how far your Social Security checks might go. The cost of living may even be low enough for you to retire years earlier than you might otherwise.</p>
<p>For thousands of people who have worked in Asia for many years, Thailand is a very attractive retirement destination, in which the living environment will feel familiar. Retirement visas are available for foreigners over 50 years of age, according to financial means.</p>
<p>Due to its popularity as a tourist destination, Thailand is one of the cheapest places to fly to in Asia, with direct flights readily available to Bangkok from many international airports.</p>
<p>Reasons why Thailand is an intelligent property investment location</p>
<p>* An exotic long haul destination, Thailand is also a sophisticated tourist destination with a great universal appeal.</p>
<p>* For thousands of people who have worked in Asia for many years, Thailand is a very attractive retirement destination.</p>
<p>* Retirement visas are available for foreigners over 50 years of age, according to financial means.</p>
<p>* Thailand has good schools, an efficient health care system and it is seen as a friendly country in which to live or visit.</p>
<p>* Thailand boasts beautiful mountains, dense forests and stunning beaches.</p>
<p>* With a tropical climate and cities teeming with culture and color, Thailand entices visitors back each year.</p>
<p>* Thailand has a tropical climate with warm weather all year round.</p>
<p>* Property prices remain far below those in the more established European and American markets.</p>
<p>* The completion of the Suvarnabhumi-Bangkok International Airport (SBIA) is expected to spur growth in commercial property markets in eastern Bangkok as well as make Thailand even more accessible by air.</p>
<p>* Thailand is one of the cheapest places to fly to in Asia.</p>
<p>* The country has strong business links with China and has an excellent infrastructure as well as world-class facilities in many resort towns.</p>
<p>* Rental potential is great, due to increased government spending luring growing numbers of tourists.</p>
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		<title>Bangkok Hotel</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2009 08:19:52 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Justin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Bangkok is a most great city in Asia&#8217;s religion. It is adorned with silky skyscrapers embellishing the skyline along the amazing and historical temples.There are many things to enjoy here such as the floating markets, popular tuk-tuks and the nightlife of the city. Also get a chance to watch their famous Muay Thai boxing. People [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Bangkok is a most great city in Asia&#8217;s religion. It is adorned with silky skyscrapers embellishing the skyline along the amazing and historical temples.There are many things to enjoy here such as the floating markets, popular tuk-tuks and the nightlife of the city. Also get a chance to watch their famous Muay Thai boxing. People may also try the legendary Thai massage and rejuvenating spa.</p>
<p>Buddy Lodge Hotel<br />
The Buddy Lodge Hotel is classified as a two-star hotel. The swimming pool area is on the 6th floor. It is embellished in a contemporary style with stone layers. There are also chairs, snack pool bar and a sundeck. It provides cheap and quality spa service on the 3rd floor. It has 7 treatment rooms for massaging, body and facial services. The sauna, steam room and Jacuzzi are offered free to use.</p>
<p>The newly opened unit bar pub is located next to the lobby. It is a 4-storey modern concrete and unit structure.The hotel is also located on the heart of the popular Khao San Road with very convenient access to several restaurants and local street vendors.</p>
<p>Montien Hotel<br />
The Montien Hotel is classified as a four-star hotel. The public areas of the hotel are tidy and clean. This hotel also provides lots of amenities and services such as medium outdoor swimming pool with fitness, sundecks and sauna rooms. There are also 2 modern high rise walls of glass and concrete, and finished in white.</p>
<p>The Montien hotel is situated on Surawongse Road. It is adjacent to the PatPong recreation area. It also has some connections to other commercial, shopping and amusement spots.It has a convenient passage to subway, near Sam Yan station. And it is walking distance to the sky train Saladaeng Station.</p>
<p>Sofitel Silom Bangkok Hotel<br />
The Sofitel Silom Bangkok Hotel is classified as a five-star hotel. It is situated on Silom Road in the center of the monetary, profitable, and political districts. This hotel is a 38-storey building, and the first five-star hotel to rise in Bangkok. Guests here can enjoy a short walk to innumerable local views to the Chong Nongsi Station. This is the house of the Skytrain and Silom subversive Station of Bangkok.</p>
<p>China Town Hotel<br />
The China Town Hotel is classified as three-star hotel in Bangkok. It has no swimming pool but is still advisable for the budgeted travelers. It is also good for those want to experience the Chinese culture and ways. The hotel is made with concrete and glass in unique Chinese design.</p>
<p>The China Town hotel is located in the classy part of Yaowaraj Road. This is about 40 minutes driving from Suvarnabhumi International Airport while 10 minutes through walking from subway Hualumpong Station and Rajawongse Harbor.This hotel is very near to various tourist spots. It is at the heart of the shopping bazaar and popular food markets.</p>
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