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	137 Pillars House Location: City, Charoenrad Road Address: 2 Soi 1, Nawagate Rd., Tambon Watgate City: Ampur Muang, Chiang Mai 50000 Start Rate: 6304 THB Breakfast :  incl	Customer Review Pictures & Facilities Room Rates Enquiry & Reservation
	9W Boutique Studio Location: City, Charoenprathet Road Address: 150 Charoenprathet Road, Changkran, City: Muang, Chiang Mai 50100 Start Rate: 1253 THB Breakfast :  excl	Customer Review Pictures & Facilities Room Rates Enquiry & Reservation
	Airport Resident Location: Airport (nearby) Address: 47/2 Soi 1 (Shetthakit Villege) Mahidol Road, City: Haiyao Subdistrict, Muang, Chiang Mai 50200 Start Rate: 416 THB Breakfast :  excl	Customer Review Pictures & Facilities Room Rates Enquiry & Reservation
	Amora Tapae Hotel Location: City, Chaiyapoom Road Address: 22 Chaiyapoom Road, Amphur Muang, City: Chiang Mai 50300 Start Rate: 1189 THB Breakfast :  incl	Customer Review Pictures & Facilities Room Rates Enquiry & Reservation
	Angkhang Nature Resort Location: Doi Angkhang, Fang Address: 1/1 Moo 5 Baan Koom, Mae Ngon, City: Fang, Chiang Mai 50320 Start Rate: 1597 THB Breakfast :  incl	Customer Review Pictures & Facilities Room Rates Enquiry & Reservation
	Aomdoi Resort Location: Phrao Address: 144 Moo 2 Tumbon Namprae Amphur Phrao City: Chiangmai 50190 Start Rate: 748 THB Breakfast :  incl	Customer Review Pictures & Facilities Room Rates Enquiry & Reservation
	Arun Tara Hotel Location: City, Chang Klan Road Address: 351/1 Charoenprathet Rd., City: T. Changklan, A Muang, Chiang Mai 50100 Start Rate: 1997 THB Breakfast :  incl	Customer Review Pictures & Facilities Room Rates Enquiry & Reservation
	Assaradevi Villa and Spa Location: Hangdong, Sanpakwan Address: 313 Moo 2, Sanphakwan City: Hangdong, Chaingmai 50230 Start Rate: 1317 THB Breakfast :  incl	Customer Review Pictures & Facilities Room Rates Enquiry & Reservation
	At Niman Location: City, Nimanhemin Road Address: 37 Nimanhemin Road T.Suthep City: Muang, Chiangmai 50000 Start Rate: 2804 THB Breakfast :  incl	Customer Review Pictures & Facilities Room Rates Enquiry & Reservation
	At Pingnakorn Hotel Location: City, Nimanhemin Road Address: 4 Nimmanhaeminda Road, Soi 12 City: T.Suthep, A.Muang, Chiang Mai 50300 Start Rate: 1232 THB Breakfast :  incl	Customer Review Pictures & Facilities Room Rates Enquiry & Reservation
	Away Suansawan Location: Mae Rim Address: 43/1 Moo 6, Maerim-Samoeng Rd. City: Maerim District, Amphur Maerim, Chiang Mai 50180 Start Rate: 1500 THB Breakfast :  incl	Customer Review Pictures & Facilities Room Rates Enquiry & Reservation
	Ayatana Hamlet & Spa Location: Suthep Road Address: 99/9 Moo 14, Suthep Road, Tambol Suthep, City: Amphur Muang, Chiangmai 50200 Start Rate: 1912 THB Breakfast :  incl	Customer Review Pictures & Facilities Room Rates Enquiry & Reservation
	B2 Premier Chiangmai Resort & Spa Location: Chonlapratan Road Address: 163 Chonlapratan Road, T. Suthep City: A. Muang, Chiang Mai 50200 Start Rate: 680 THB Breakfast :  incl	Customer Review Pictures & Facilities Room Rates Enquiry & Reservation
	Baan Canna Country Resort Location: Mae Rim Address: 133/8 Moo 6 Tambol Mae Raem City: Amphur Mae Rim, Chiangmai 50180 Start Rate: 2099 THB Breakfast :  incl	Customer Review Pictures & Facilities Room Rates Enquiry & Reservation
	Baan Deva Montra Boutique Resort Location: Hangdong, Namphrae Address: 9 Moo 11, Tambol Namphrae, City: Amphur Hangdong, Chiang Mai 50230 Start Rate: 1198 THB Breakfast :  incl	Customer Review Pictures & Facilities Room Rates Enquiry & Reservation
	Baan Gong Kham Location: Patan Address: 117/2 Patan Road, Amphur Muang, City: Chiang Mai 50300 Start Rate: 680 THB Breakfast :  incl	Customer Review Pictures & Facilities Room Rates Enquiry & Reservation
	Baan Saen Doi Resort & Spa Location: Mae Hia, Ratchaphruek Garden Address: 199/135 (Baan Nai Fun 2), Moo 3, Tambol Mae Hia, City: Amphur Muang, Chiang Mai 50100 Start Rate: 2124 THB Breakfast :  incl	Customer Review Pictures & Facilities Room Rates Enquiry & Reservation
	Baan Singkham Location: Patan Address: Road side of Ping River, Pa Tan Road, City: 117/1 Muang, Chiang Mai 50300 Start Rate: 850 THB Breakfast :  incl	Customer Review Pictures & Facilities Room Rates Enquiry & Reservation
	Baiyoke Ciao Hotel Location: City, Nimanhemin Road Address:  8/11 Nimmanhaemin Rd. T.Suthep City: A.Muang Chiangmai 50200 Start Rate: 935 THB Breakfast :  incl	Customer Review Pictures & Facilities Room Rates Enquiry & Reservation
	Ban Sabai Village Resort & Spa Location: San Pee Sua Address: 219 Moo 9 San Pee Sua, Muang City: Chiangmai 50300 Start Rate: 1912 THB Breakfast :  incl	Customer Review Pictures & Facilities Room Rates Enquiry & Reservation

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loy krathong festival

“Loi” means “to float” and a “Krathong” is a raft, about a hand span in diameter, traditionally made from a section of banana tree trunk. A raft has been developed to be made of bread or sometimes made of styrofoam. The reason for using bread is to protect the environment,since having many rafts in the river can create a huge water pollution problem. Bread will eventually become food for fish and other animals in the river. Even though banana leaves are biodegradable, it takes longer to be degraded than a bread. Therefore, bread is the most environmental friendly choice to make a raft whereas foam is not recommended at all. A raft is decorated with elaborately-folded banana leaves, flowers, candles, incense sticks etc..

During the night of the full moon, many people will float a small rafts (Krathong) on a river or other body of water, such as canals, lakes and seas. Some people even float a raft in a basin in their own yard. Thai people believe that floating a raft on the river is to honor and pay respect to the goddess of water. Also, floating a raft in the river is to apologize to the Goddess of the Water for the bad things we have done to the river during the past year. That is why Loi Krathong festival is held at the end of the year. Governmental offices, corporations and other organizations usually create big decorated rafts. There are also local and officially organised raft competitions, regarding its beauty and craftsmanship. In addition, there are also fireworks and beauty contests during the celebration of the festival.

Loy Krathong festival

The origins of Loi Krathong are stated to be in Sukhothai, but recently scholars have argued that it is in fact an invention from the Bangkok period [1]. According to the writings of H.M. King Rama IV in 1863, the originally Brahmanical festival was adapted by Buddhists in Thailand as a ceremony to honour the original Buddha, Siddhartha Guatama. Apart from venerating the Buddha with light (the candle on the raft), the act of floating away the candle raft is symbolic of letting go of all one’s grudges, anger and defilements, so that one can start life afresh on a better foot. People will also cut their fingernails and hair and add them to the raft as a symbol of letting go of the bad parts of oneself. Many Thai believe that floating a raft will bring good luck, and they do it to honor and thank the Goddess of Water, Phra Mae Khongkha (Thai: พระแม่คงคา).

The beauty contests that accompany the festival are known as “Noppamas Queen Contests”. According to legend, Noppamas was a consort of the Sukothai king Loethai (14th century) and she was the first to float a decorated raft.

Kelantan in Malaysia also celebrates the same celebration, especially in the Tumpat area. The ministry in charge of tourism in Malaysia recognises it as an attraction for tourists. Many people visit the celebration each year.

Yi Peng

Thousands of Khom Fai in Mae Cho, Chiang Mai

loy krathong festival : Yi Peng

Loi Krathong coincides with the Lanna (northern Thai) festival known as “Yi Peng” (Thai: ยี่เป็ง). Due to a difference between the old Lanna calendar and the Thai calendar, Yi Peng is held on a full moon of the 2nd month of the Lanna calendar (“Yi” meaning “2nd” and “Peng” meaning “month” in the Lanna language). A multitude of Lanna-style sky lanterns (khom loi (Thai: โคมลอย), literally: “floating lanterns”) are launched into the air where they resemble large flocks of giant fluorescent jellyfish gracefully floating by through the sky. The festival is meant as a time for tham bun (Thai: ทำบุญ), to make merit. People usually make khom loi from a thin fabric, such as rice paper, to which a candle or fuel cell is attached. When the fuel cell is lit, the resulting hot air which is trapped inside the lantern creates enough lift for the khom loi to float up in to the sky. In addition, people will also decorate their houses, gardens and temples with khom fai (Thai: โคมไฟ): intricately shaped paper lanterns which take on different forms. Khom thue (Thai: โคมถือ) are lanterns which are carried around hanging from a stick, khom khwaen (Thai: โคมแขวน) are the hanging lanterns, and khom pariwat (Thai: โคมปริวรรต) which are placed at temples and which revolve due to the heat of the candle inside. The most elaborate Yi Peng celebrations can be seen in Chiang Mai,[2] the ancient capital of the former Lanna kingdom, where now both Loi Krathong and Yi Peng are celebrated at the same time resulting in and lights floating on the waters, and lights hanging from trees and buildings or standing on walls, and lights floating by in the sky. The tradition of Yi Peng was also adopted by certain parts of Laos during the 16th century.

Loy Krathong Event

Loy Krathong festival 2011

- The Delightful Color of Stream, Loi Krathong Festival

Date : November 8 – 10, 2011

Venue : at Nakaraphiroem Public Park and along the Chao Phraya River (from Krungthep Bridge to Krungthon Bridge), Bangkok

Activities :

Grand opening ceremony on November 10, 2011 with parades of boat and lighting decorations along the Chao Praya River, experiencing Loi Krathong festival in Rattanakosin style

- Loi Krathong Sai Festival and Krathong Sai contest for the Kings Cup Contest 2011 in Tak Province

Date : November 9 – 12, 2011

Venue : at Rim Sai Than Lan Krathong Sai, the Rattanakosin 200th Anniversary Bridge, Tak Province

Activities : Sightseeing floating 8,000 lantern parade to be competed along Ping River at Hall of Fame Building where the handicrafts contest is held, shopping One Tumbon One Product or OTOPs and enjoying traditional performances

- Yee Peng Festival

Date : November 8 – 11, 2011

Venue : at Chang Klan Road, Chiang Mai Night Bazar, Muang District, Chiang Mai Province

Activities :

Enjoying traditional performance in lanna style and floating lantern (Yee Peng) contest, joining a demonstration of how to make krathongs and Yee Peng lanterns

- Loi Krathong Festival at Bangsai Arts and Crafts Center of H.M. Queen Sirikit of Thailand

Date : November 8 – 10, 2011

Venue : at Bangsai Arts and Crafts Center of H.M. Queen Sirikit of Thailand, Phra Nakhon Sri Ayuttaya Province

Activities :

Shopping at vintage and riverside night markets, appreciating old songs at Old Song Plaza, Joining local recreational games, enjoying performance show on stage and witnessing Krathong Contest for the King’s Cup

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Phuket best deals up to 50%

Phuket (play /puːˈkɛt/; Thai: ภูเก็ต [pʰūː.kèt]), formerly known as Thalang (Tha-Laang) and, in Western sources, Junk Ceylon (a corruption of the Malay Tanjung Salang, i.e. “Cape Salang”),[2] is one of the southern provinces (changwat) of Thailand. Neighbouring provinces are (from north clockwise) Phang Nga and Krabi, but as Phuket is an island it has no land boundaries.

Phuket, which is approximately the size of Singapore, is Thailand’s largest island. The island is connected to mainland Thailand by two bridges. It is situated off the west coast of Thailand in the Andaman Sea. Phuket formerly derived its wealth from tin and rubber, and enjoyed a rich and colorful history. The island was on one of the major trading routes between India and China, and was frequently mentioned in foreign ship logs of Portuguese, French, Dutch and English traders. The region now derives much of its income from tourism. (From Wikipedia)

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Pattaya best deals up to 50%

Pattaya : The main sweep of the bay area is divided into two principal beachfronts. Pattaya Beach is parallel to city centre, and runs from Pattaya Nuea south to Walking Street. Along Beach Road are restaurants, shopping areas, and night attractions.
Jomtien Beach in the southern part of the bay area is divided from Pattaya beach by the promontory of Pratumnak Hill. It consists of high-rise condominiums, beachside hotels, bungalow complexes, shops, bars, and restaurants. On weekends, it becomes increasingly crowded, with many Thai visitors coming from Bangkok. It offers of watersport activities such as jet skis, parasailing and small sail boat hire. (From Wikipedia)

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Huahin hotels

Hua Hin The oldest resort town of Thailand with the unique charm of the old days – small but cosy.Hua Hin is a famous beach resort town in Thailand, in the northern part of the Malay Peninsula, some 200 km south of Bangkok. It has a population of 84,883 in an area of 911 km², and is one of eight districts (Amphoe) of the Prachuap Khiri Khan province

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Hua Hin Jazz Festival

Ten years of jazz on the beach in Hua Hin, this year will be the 10th annual Hua Hin Jazz Festival. The latest dates for the 2011 Hua Hin Jazz Festival according to the TAT office are August 26 – 27, 2011. The main stage will be at the Sofitel Central on the beach. Note the August, two months later than it is usually held.

The annual Hua Hin Jazz Festival continues to grow in both popularity and professionalism, drawing visitors and musicians from Thailand and across the globe. Multiple stages, many of which are located on the beach, feature local and international talent in this beautiful seaside town that goes all out to welcome visitors. Car parking, shuttle busses, food stalls, games, and elaborate decoration are all part of the convenient and festive atmosphere of the Hua Hin Jazz Festival, put on by the residents and business of Hua Hin.
All performances during the three-day Hua Hin Jazz Festival are free and continue from 1530 until midnight. No wonder this “Royal Town” is sometimes renamed “Jazz Town” when its streets are packed with music lovers of all ages, who gather to enjoy the best of jazz from both international and Asian musicians. The Hua Hin Jazz Festival certainly adds value for any holiday maker visiting Hua Hin during the balmy June or July weekend over which it spans.


Hua Hin is approximately 220 km from Bangkok and is noted for being the country’s first beach resort discovered by royalty and nobility in the post war years when the only feasible way to reach its golden beaches was by steam train.

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Kaeng Hin Phoeng

These rapids are in the Sai Yai River, which originates in Khao Yai National Park in Amphoe Na Di.  There is a strong whirlpool that requires quite an effort by skilful oarsmen to clear the hazard.  The trip takes one hour through the rapids before running into smooth water about 2 hours towards the end of the journey.  Raft riding is possible here during the rainy season from June to October.  Kaeng Hin Phoeng rafting trips are organised by resorts in Na Di district.

Kaeng Hin Phoeng Rafting Season
Date: July – October 2011
Venue: 9th Khao Yai National Park Ranger Unit, Tapanhin sub-district, Na Di district, Prachinburi province

Activities
Rafting at Kaeng Hin Phoeng by passing 6 islets: Kaeng Hin Phoeng, Kaeng Wang Nam Lom, Kaeng Wang Bon, Kaeng Luuk Seua, Kaeng Wang Sai, and Kaeng Ngu Hao.
During the whitewater rafting week at Kaeng Hin Phoeng (around the beginning of July) there will be recreational activities, booths selling local exemplary products (OTOP), and various competitions.

For more information:
Kaeng Hin Phoeng Rafting Entrepreneurs Association Tel. +66 3745 1204
Tourism Authority of Thailand, Nakhon Nayok office Tel. +66 3731 2282, +66 3731 2284

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Snakebird

The darters or snakebirds are mainly tropical waterbirds in the family Anhingidae. There are four living species, three of which are very common and widespread while the fourth is rarer and classified as near-threatened by the IUCN. The term “snakebird” is usually used without any additions to signify whichever of the completely allopatric species occurs in any one region.

Date: June – August 2011

Venue: Phra Prong Reservoir, Chong Khum sub-district, Wattana Nakhon district, Sa Kaeo province

Activities:

- See the breeding grounds and life of the Oriental Darter (Snakebird) at Baan Klong Malagor (Uncle Son’s House), Sa Kwan sub-district, Muang district, Sa Kaeo province

- Sail on a boat to watch the oriental darter at Phra Prong reservoir, Chong Khum sub-district, Wattana Nakhon district, Sa Kaeo province

For more information:

Baan Klong Malagor school Tel. +668 1861 249
Mr. Son Sornjandaeng Tel. +668 9069 9257
Chong Khum sub-district Administration Organization Tel. +66 3726 1020, +668 861 2491

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Songkran in Thailand Kaosan Road

The Songkran festival is celebrated in Thailand as the traditional New Year’s Day from 13 to 15 April. It coincides with the New Year of many calendars of South and Southeast Asia. Of all the feasts and festivals in Thailand, which are many, the Songkran Festival is the most striking, for it is widely observed not only in this country but also in Burma, Cambodia and the Lao State.

Songkran has traditionally been celebrated as the New Year for many centuries, and is believed to have been adapted from an Indian festival. It is now observed nationwide, even in the far south. However, the most famous Songkran celebrations are still in the northern city of Chiang Mai, where it continues for six days and even longer. It has also become a party for foreigners and an additional reason for many to visit Thailand for immersion in another culture.

Songkran Festival 2011

Sukhothai

Songkran Festival

Sukhothai Songkran Festival

Date : April 7-19, 2011
Venue : Sukhothai Historical Park, Sukhothai

Experience the Songkran Festival and unique novice ordination. Riding on elephant back. Enjoy various forms of entertainment and food fair.

For more information
TAT Sukhothai Tel. +66 5561 6228 – 9

Hat Yai Midnight Songkran Festival

Hat Yai Midnight Songkran Festival
Date : April 9 – 15, 2011
Venue : 3rd Nipat Uthit Road, Saneaha Nusorn Road, Salathai Samilah Cape, Muang Sa-Dao Market, Songkhla

In the late afternoon before sunset, the people of Hat Yai as well as tourists will gather on the road and celebrate the Songkran Festival together. Features a wonderful parade and various kinds of entertainment.

For more information
TAT Hat Yai Tel. +66 7423 1055, +66 7423 8518
Songkran on the Beach & Phuket Bike Week 2011

Songkran on the Beach & Phuket Bike Week 2011

Date : April 7-19, 2011
Venue : Loma Park and The Port Jungcilon Shopping Mall, Pha Tong Beach, Phuket

This is where we call another Water Festival on the Beach. Enjoy splashing water and participate in the Phuket Bike Week 2011

For more information
TAT Phuket Tel. +66 7621 1036, +66 7621 2213

Chiang Mai Songkran Festival

Date : April 7-19, 2011
Venue : Chiang Mai

One of the grand Songkran celebrations in Thailand. Participate in the Opening Ceremony of the Songkran Festival 2011 with a wonderful procession around Chiang Mai city. Pour some Thai scented water on a Buddha image and elders, experience the cultural performances and traditions in the Northern style as well as enjoy various food along the streets

For more information
TAT Chiang Mai Tel. +66 5324 8604, +66 5324 8607
Chiang Mai City Municipal Tourist Office Tel. +66 5325 9365, +66 5325 2557

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March 13, 2011 – March 16, 2011
Phra That Chae Haeng. Wat Phra That Chae Haeng, Moo 3, Baan Nong Tao, Muang District, hit Greenspan Phu Nan was just a Rat. Current is a royal temple. Enshrined in the district of Nan Pu just stay away from the town about 3 miles away Lord elements located on a hill any balls short golden glow Can be seen from afar. Because up to two lines as a memorial of love and relationships. Between Nan and Sukhothai in the past.

Location: Wat Phra That Chae Haeng, Phu Piang sub-district, Nan province
 Activities
- Krua Tarn carnivals and giving an alms to monks
- Practicing the dharma Tu Dong Ka Wat and story of the last great incarnation of the Buddha homily
- antique lantern competition
- Ael drum competition
 For more information:
Cultural council Tel. +66 5471 1651, +66 5471 0341
Tourism Authority of Thailand, Phrae office Tel. +66 5452 1118, +66 5452 1127

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