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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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<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>
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<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>Holiday In Thailand</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2009 02:17:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Martina</dc:creator>
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<p>Thailand means the land of the free which lies in the heart of Southeast Asia. It is one of the most beautiful places in the world and one can only experience the exotic beauty of the place when you get there. The fresh air kissing your face when you walk on the beach, the mouth watering dishes and the rush and madness in the market is something you will perhaps not get to see anywhere else.</p>
<p>Thailand&#8217;s geographical region is divided into four parts: </p>
<p>The mountains and forests are in the north. You can find fascinating handicrafts and multicolored orchids.</p>
<p>The central part where you will find paddy field, farms and all kinds of fruits.</p>
<p>The northeast plateau is famous for its rich archaeological and anthropological heritage.</p>
<p>You will find tropical islands in the southern peninsula. The people on this place are involved in fishing, rubber cultivation and tin mining.</p>
<p>The people of Thailand are very friendly and hospitable. This place is rich in monumental heritage and famous for its beaches. Thailand is an ideal holiday destination for all, from those who are looking for a romantic holiday, to shoppers to the food lovers as you get to taste varieties of sea food, down in the street to the most expensive restaurants. It offers something to every traveler.</p>
<p>Many travelers also come here for adventurous holiday. As this place offer all kinds of sport for all ages like scuba diving, snorkeling, wind-surfing and water-skiing. After all these activities you can simply relax by lounging on the beautiful beach sipping your favorite drink with a good company.</p>
<p>Bangkok is the capital of Thailand. Bankok means &#8220;city of angels&#8221;, it is a small Thailand in itself. It is the centre of commercial, industrial and cultural activities. If you are looking for peace and simplicity you can visit the Buddhist temples and the amazing part is it stands by side by side with nightclubs and café. You can see monks walking in their red robes all over the place and one can only wonder how they can attain such peacefulness in this rush and hectic world.</p>
<p>Another main attraction in Thailand is Phuket known for its exotic island. The nightlife there is lively with its multicuisine restaurants and bars always filled with tourists. But of course if are looking for a quite meal you can do that by going to the right place.</p>
<p>Chiang Mai is another place which is a combination of modern city life and the old village charm. There are elaborate temples and cultural relics some of which are very old close to 700 years. On the top of the mountain is Doi Suthep monastery which overlooks the fertile valley embracing Chiang Mai.The local night bazaar is the favorite shopping place for tourists where you can get hand made local stuff, tribal wears and also latest modern junks for a good bargain.</p>
<p>You will have no problem communicating as most of the hotels, restaurants and tourist places speak English and other European languages. There are various modes of transportation. You can either hire a taxi to go around the city, or take the city bus .There is also something called Tuk-Tuk, a three wheeler. You would definitely enjoy the open air ride on this three wheeler and for longer destinations there are trains always running to all the places.</p>
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<p>Thailand is blessed with three seasons &#8211; summers from February to May, Rainy season from June to October with plenty of sunshine and the cold season from November to January. A lot of people go for holidays in Thailand during December and January as it is the perfect season to relax and party. Thailand becomes a mini world as people from all over the world come here for holidays during this season.</p>
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<p>You can sign up for one of the popular package tours or work with Azure Travel to design a tour to your own specifications. Either way, Azure Travel guarantees your satisfied vacation.</p>
<p>Once you are in Thailand, all you need to do is relax and enjoy your holidays with the exotic Thai cuisine, the breathtaking natural beauty and the magnificently architectured temples.</p>
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