Anantara Si Kao Resort and Spa-Trang Province

 

 Anantara Sikao Resort and Spa, Trang Province

Anantara Si Kao Resort & Spa is located on a private beach in Si Kao District Changlang Beach near Hat Chao Mai National Park. If you are looking for a wonderful place for relaxation, Anantara Si Kao Resort & Spa is one of the best Choices in Trang Province you could ever find. With the beauty of beach scenery and perfect privacy provides, it is a stunning place for calm, relaxing visit and unwind.

Anantra Si Kao Resort & Spa offers many types of room including deluxe rooms and suites. It has 138 rooms altogether, which are all set amongst lush tropical gardens.

 

 *****Deluxe Family Room*****.

Pompous interior courtyard with a spacious balcony overlooking the sea. Comfortable room with 2 double beds and children beds accommodate up to 3 children at one time. Stylish ceiling fan, modern themed print, large tub with open view. There are also other amenities such as fresh milk for coffee and other refreshment.

 

 

Anantra Si Kao Resort & Spa also offers an elegant, 7 luxurious pool suites. Each room has a private pool and facilities. Indispensable ans superior service is guarantee.

Anantra Si Kao Resort & Spa situated just one hour from Krabi International Airport. Call to secure your place at +66-7520-5888 Fax 0-7520-5899, or email to sikao@anantara.com, Web site www.anantara.com.

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Experience Siam- 5 Nights Stay in a Vacation Home for FREE

To celebrate the launching of 'Explore Siam', We are hosting the first giveaway, and the Prize;  5 NIGHTS STAY IN THE POPULAR RESORT CITY OF PATTAYA, THAILAND! The lucky winner will be staying in a vacation home that accommodates 4. So you get a chance to bring along friends or family. This giveaway will run from 23rd Feb 2013 until the 30th of November, 2013. Winner will be selected by Random.org

Name of winner will be posted on this blog, Facebook page and on Twitter 24hrs after the end date.
However, new details about this giveaway will be revealed at different dates run up to the end, so be sure to follow the blog  for updates.The Giveaway gets even more interesting with the updates so don't miss out.

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Phuket- What keeps people coming

Phuket is one of the most visited places in Thailand. The beautiful island is home to some of the most incredible beaches in the world. Therefore, millions of people take cheap flights to Phuket to enjoy unmatchable beach life. However, Phuket is not only about beaches.

Following are the major attractions in Phuket:

Old Phuket Town

You can enjoy vibrant life in the city however, if you want to take a look at the traditional personality of the town, you should visit Old Phuket Town. This area is exact opposite of Phuket. While visiting Old Town, you would find yourself surrounded by historical buildings, temples and shrines. You will find both Buddhist and Chinese temples while taking a walk through the town. Quaint cafes are the best places to enjoy coffee and local snacks amidst peaceful ambience. Architecture lovers should take flights to Phuket and visit the old town which is home to Sino-Colonial Mansions. Most of the old structures are located in Thalang Road where you will find numerous shophouses selling handicrafts and Chinese Herbal Medicine.

Soi Bangla Nightlife

Nightlife is the major highlight of the city. There are several areas where you can feel the spree of Phuket nightlife. However, Soi Bangla is the place that always tops the charts whenever you talk about nightlife. As the sun goes down, Soi Bangla comes to life. This lively and vivid area is located in Patong Beach area. Youngsters from around the world take Phuket flights especially to drink unlimited beer and dance with girls all night long. Trance and electronic beats will compel you to shake your legs. You will find several go-go girls dancing around the poles. Wild discotheques are the best for those who love music with high volume, laser beams and blend of drink and dance.

Wat Chalong

Wat is a Buddhist temple. There are numerous Wats in Thailand. In Phuket, you will find around 30 Wats in addition to Hindu temples, Chinese shrines, churches and mosques. Wat Chalong is one of the most important Buddhist temples that you would find in Phuket. Number of Buddhist devotees takes flights to Phuket especially to pay homage to important Buddhist statue Poh than Jao Wat. The statue is strategically located in the old hall. In the same hall, you will find Nonsi statue. While walking around the premises, you will find Grand Pagoda. Take a walk through the Pagoda and you would come across incredible wall paintings.

Phuket FantaSea Show

If you are visiting the city with your family, Phuket FantaSea is a must see attraction. This is the biggest show, you'd find in the city. Kids love the synchronized dance of hundreds of elephants. The choreography features an amazing combination of traditions and fantasy. Trapeze artists are worth praising for their courage, skill and accuracy. Locals consider FantaSea show an ultimate cultural theme park. Another highlight is its buffets that are the biggest in entire Asia. If you want to play carnival like games, take cheap flights to Phuket and be a part of FantaSea Show.

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Knowing Thailand

Thailand is a Southeast Asian country where a constitutional monarch reigns. Bordered by Burma and Laos in the north; Cambodia and Laos in the east; the Gulf of Thailand and Malaysia in the south and the Andaman Sea on the south, it is one of the major global tourist destinations. The capital Bangkok is not only the largest city in but it is also the political, cultural and commercial center of the country. The country has witnessed a rapid economic growth and today different sectors make a significant contribution to the country's economy.

Geography of Thailand

Thailand has several distinct types of geographical features given the huge area of the country. The northern part of the country has mountainous regions while the center of the country generally has flat river valley and the southern part features the narrow Kra Isthmus.

  *Total area - 513,120 sq km

  *Coastline - 3,219 km

  *Lowest point: Gulf of Thailand at 0 m

   *Highest point: Doi Inthanon at 2,576 m

  *Geographical coordinates - 15 00 N, 100 00 E

Climate of Thailand

Thailand has tropical climate almost throughout the year and thus it is a popular destination for tourists. The hottest months of the year are April and May and the rainy season begins from June onwards. The humidity level gets reduced from November till the end of February. The three distinct seasons in the country are  cool season from November to February; hot season from April to May and the rainy season from June to October. However, monsoon rains rarely last for more than two hours in the country. A look at the map of Thailand will give the location of different places, thereby giving a general idea about the climate prevailing there.

Tourism in Thailand

Tourism in Thailand makes a significant contribution to the country's economy. One of the major reasons, for the country becoming a tourist hub is the fact that it has a stable political atmosphere and its emergence as the center of international air transport. To cater to the huge rush of tourists, the country has developed excellent infrastructure facility. So, it does not matter which part of the country you are traveling to, you are likely to find good facilities. Thailand Map shows you all these places in the country are - Pattaya, Chiang Mai, Krabi, Hua Hin and Kanchanaburi etc.

Government in Thailand

Thailand functions under a constitutional monarchy, where the hereditary monarch is the head of the state and the prime minister is the head of the government. Judiciary of the country is however independent of the legislative and executive branches. The country is divided into 75 provinces for the purpose of administration; they are further grouped into five based on the locations. These five groups are  central, east, north, northeastern and south. To find out the names and locations of all the provinces in Thailand; Map of Thailand is a useful tool for anyone who wants information about the country.

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Thailand-Honeymooning Paradise

Thailand offers you a fantastic tropical honeymoon experience. The country offers an array of attractions for the honeymooners. While towns like Bangkok compete with the West for entertainment activities, places like Krabi and Phuket put forth another facet of the country.

Honeymoon in the wonderful country of Thailand is an exciting idea. Not only are the Thai people warm, there is plenty of freshness all around in the country, which can be felt from the beaches to the exotic countryside and from the resort towns to the metropolitan cities. Palm fringed beaches, islands and the fresh breeze make Thailand an unforgettable honeymoon destination.

Resorts such as Phuket, Koh Phi Phi and Koh Samui offer the honeymooners some places of lovely scenic beauty, where they can spend some quality time with each other. Thailand is a place which has become a global favorite as a romantic destination. People who visit the country once, like to come here again and again. So if you are planning your wedding in near future, then Thailand may be an ideal choice for the honeymoon.

Bangkok, the capital, offers you all the charms of a modern city. It has tall skyscrapers, robust transportation infrastructure, glitzy shopping malls, glamorous night-clubs, world-class spa centres and much more. Bangkok also carries with it a taste of the orient, it being one of the oldest cultural hubs of Asia. Ancient Buddhist temples throng the capital, reminding you of its great cultural and spiritual past. Bangkok, in fact, is an amazing blend of the old and the new, tradition and modernity. This something makes that makes your honeymoon a memory to cherish and remember.

Phuket is the resort town, where you can chill and relax, away from the hurly burly city life. Phuket has been attracting holiday seekers since many decades, though nowadays it is slowly getting commercialized. Phi Phi is a wonderful honeymoon destination in Southern Thailand, which allows you to let your hair down and enjoy it uninterruptedly. Island of Koh Samui catches the fascination of the tourists when it comes to the beauty of nature. It adds to the thrill of your private moments shared with your newly wed. Blessed by nature with some eye-pleasing beauty, the island is ever-ready to welcome the honeymooners.

Spa and massage is another activity you can engage in. Thailand has some of the best massage parlours in the world. They offer a range of massage services like traditional Thai massage, Balinese massage and relaxing massage. Masseurs are trained in treating the pressure points in a special way, accompanied by a simultaneous steam bath and sauna. People from the world over throng Thailand to enjoy its soothing massage services. Nowadays, Chinese massage centres are also flourishing in Thailand. Thailand is also famous for its night-life and clubs. There are some of the best night-clubs in Asia welcoming foreigners from across the globe. These are places to hang around all night. Thai people are warm and hospitality is an integral part of their culture.

Thailand honeymoon destinations provide you some wonderful moments which you would cherish for all your life. With its fascinating natural assets, the country would leave you rejuvenated and thrilled. Thai cuisine would add spice to your honeymoon as well and would leave you wanting for more.

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Things to do in Phuket

After many days of hard work, it is really important to break the schedule and spend some time with your friends and relatives in a holiday destination. Well, before getting started, you need to check out the most affordable and amazing traveling destination. Certainly, there are many traveling destinations in the world, but among them Phuket is the best. Phuket is well known for its nature, white sandy beaches and deep blue sea. This is the main reason for which, lots of people from all around the globe come to visit Phuket. The unique Thai culture will make you enthralled and you will feel never to return back home.

Before making your trip to this island, you need to know about the things to do in Phuket. There are packs of enjoyment stuffs that you can do and it will offer you lots of fun. Here below are some of the most important things to in Phuket.

  *Phuket Fantasea Show: This is a great show for your kids and family. You will feel, as if you are in Las Vegas nightlife. Phuket FantaSea show is very unique and there is no other show in this whole world. It is a combination of Thai tradition and humor that will make your laugh.

  *Simon Cabaret Show: This is the famous cabaret show performed by ladyboys. Simon Cabaret show is really musical that will offer you lots of joy.

  *Viewpoints of Phuket: There are amazing viewpoints in Phuket, where you can watch the sunrise and sunset. During your trip to this great travel destination, make sure you visit the Phi-Phi Island and feel the pure nature beauty.

  *Electrifying Patong's Bangla Road: This is the right stop for people those are open-minded and eager to spend their night with electrifying music show. Watch exotic girls those will make your feet rocking with some outstanding music.

  *Phuket Temples Wat Chalong: If you desire to get blessed and to bring the holy atmosphere, then this is a place that you must visit. Watch pagodas those are embedded with costly glass pieces. This place is the holy center and people love to spend time here.

  *Phuket Thai Kick-Boxing: Muay Thai is one of the most ancient and popular sports in the whole world. To know more about this traditional martial art, then visit Phuket's Saphan Hin Stadium. Here you can watch some of the greatest Muay Thai Matches.

*Old Phuket: During your trip to this amazing holiday destination, never forget to visit old Phuket. Explore shops, restaurants, hotels those are more than 100 years old.

Phuket is a lovely travel destination that has many things to offer. With so many enthralled tourist attraction spots, your trip will never go vague. Make trip to Phuket. Today!

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Loy Kratong

Thailand is a titan of ultra-modern ambience, an epicentre of gleaming shopping centres and a hub of jovial festivals interwoven with devoted Buddhism. Ranked as one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world, Thailand offers wondrous sites and sounds that create memories for a lifetime. Thailand hosts many aboriginal unique festivals that are well known to tourists. This nation is not only the land of smiles but also a land of many festivals! Throughout the year travellers may find an array of celebrations, traditional festivals and events that are celebrated all over Thailand.

Loy Krathong “The Festival of Lights”

Loy Krathong is one of the most admired and romantic of Thailand's traditional festivals. The festival is held on the night of the 12th full moon, which lands some time in November. The festival is celebrated in honour of the goddess of rivers, Mae Kong Kha. Loy Krathong festival is celebrated throughout Thailand and the waterways around the country sparkle with candle lights during the period. Loy Krathong is a big night for lovers and is celebrated by countless enthusiastic locals and tourists. Couples seek blessings on this day to enjoy enduring love. This grand festival certainly is a blissful event for couples contemplating uxury holidays to Thailand.

Origin of Loy Krathong Festival

It is believed that this festival of quiet celebrations started in Sukhothai (north Bangkok), which was one of the most dominant cities in Asia, around 800 years ago. Whatever the belief may be, it is one magical not-to-be-missed event!

Loy is the Thai word for"float", while Krathong literally means a cup or bowl made out of banana leaves. Loy Krathong is celebrated by floating elaborate krathongs decorated with flowers, candles and incense on just about any watercourse in the Thailand.

Over the years, this festival has been a key draw for couples from far and wide making Thailand a compelling destination.

Places to Enjoy Loy Krathong
Bangkok, one of the popular festival venues, offers better chance of partaking in this enchanting festival as the prominent hotels here usually host a special evening so that guests taking luxury holidays to Bangkok can join in the celebrations by setting afloat their krathongs on the River Chao Paraya.

The week-long celebrations held in Chiang Mai are by far the most interesting. This city puts up several stage shows and a parade of giant krathongs which adds to a magical sight that can't really be captured in a picture!

Partaking in the Celebrations

This auspicious festival is celebrated with overwhelming joy and those taking holidays to Bangkok may easily locate scores of rough and ready stalls selling 'krathongs' along the streets. Great care is taken to decorate the krathongs with flowers and banana leaves, leaving room for the candles and 3 sticks of incense. Tourists can release their krathongs once the sun sets and the full moon comes in sight. As per the traditional folklores, if the krathong floats ahead, the coming year might bring good fortune.

On releasing the krathong, people usually place their strands of hair and coins into the krathong. The belief being, the sins of the past year will be washed away. For the romantic at heart and young couples, Loy Krathong is the time to make a wish for mutual contentment and long-lasting love.


Bangkok, one of the popular festival venues, offers better chance of partaking in this enchanting festival as the prominent hotels here usually host a special evening so that guests taking luxury holidays to Bangkok can join in the celebrations by setting afloat their krathongs on the River Chao Paraya.

The week-long celebrations held in Chiang Mai are by far the most interesting. This city puts up several stage shows and a parade of giant krathongs which adds to a magical sight that can't really be captured in a picture!

Partaking in the Celebrations

This auspicious festival is celebrated with overwhelming joy and those taking holidays to Bangkok may easily locate scores of rough and ready stalls selling 'krathongs' along the streets. Great care is taken to decorate the krathongs with flowers and banana leaves, leaving room for the candles and 3 sticks of incense. Tourists can release their krathongs once the sun sets and the full moon comes in sight. As per the traditional folklores, if the krathong floats ahead, the coming year might bring good fortune.

On releasing the krathong, people usually place their strands of hair and coins into the krathong. The belief being, the sins of the past year will be washed away. For the romantic at heart and young couples, Loy Krathong is the time to make a wish for mutual contentment and long-lasting love.

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Krabi -The Beaches

Krabi beaches are best defined as subtle sand beaches waiting to stroke your foot movements gently. They make you feel at peace from within. You feel as if nature were standing in front of you, gazing at you and inviting you to come join her. You feel coerced by unseen forces and cannot help but give in to the temptation.



The beaches are pristine and spread over a large area stretching up to hundreds of miles. They are a visual spectacle to observe from a distance. They become more endearing when you go toward them to really get a feel of what they exactly are.



Aao Nang is the most famous of all Krabi Beaches. Right in its midst are towering cliffs overlooking long stretches of white sand. The beach is most famous for being a harbor where all the boats are kept tied. People are allotted their respective rowers with whom they go boating to get a feel of being in the middle of the water. In short, the beach makes for an idyllic postcard shot.



A lot of hotels and bungalows are located along the Aao Nang beach. Tourists rent these sites to stay put. The pick of all Krabi Beaches is also the name of the most famous tourist center in this part of Thailand. Beach Resorts are famous for their sea food, liquor and the comfort they offer.



Apart from Aao Nang, Railey and Nopparathara are two other highly famous Krabi Beaches. The former makes for lazy afternoons and chilled out evenings and the latter is quiet and docile. It is also lined up with swaying casuarinas trees. Noppathara is also a very highly sought after weekend getaway for the natives given all the delicacies served during this time. Fried Chicken, Spicy Papaya Salad and Chilled Coconuts make for a sumptuous combination.



The Klong Muang Beach is where all the boutiques and five star hotels are situated. The Tubkaak Beach is located a little further north from it. You find nothing but peace here. The fact that the place is enveloped by a jungle backdrop and neighbored by islands in the front makes visiting it even more adventurous.

The town of Koh Lanta is around 25 Kilometres from Krabi and home to some exotic sandy beaches. It is popular for backpackers and new luxury resorts have opened up in recent years. Trang is again abode to some lovely beaches and an undiscovered island which requires thorough exploration. The interiors are filled with caves, waterfalls, lagoons and hot springs and a paradise of sorts for adventure junkies.



These Krabi Beaches along with Aao Nang are high on the priority list of beach babies. They are idyllic for those who love lounging near the shores in their swimsuits and shorts. Sea Food is amazing. Crabs and trout are specialties. Both are favorites amongst the local folk who encourage every tourist they meet to try them out.

You may never feel closer to nature than by being at any of these beaches. They demonstrate how time can be frozen. You feel at home away from home and become so addicted that you struggle to let go off the place.

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Kew Mae Pan Natural Trail - Stunning and Captivating

"Kew Mae Pan Trail" is a heaven on earth for many. If you plan on visiting 'Doi Inthanon' and see beautiful sunrise, it is a good idea to take the opportunity to visit 'Kew Mae Fan Trail' before making a trip back. Kew Mae Pan Trail is one of the most beautiful tourist attractions in Chiangmai. For many, Kew Mae Pan is an educative natural trail, which covers approximately three kilometers.  The first stage of the trail is rainforest full of moss and ferns, competing with growing towards sunlight. After passing through the thickest of the forest, you will enter into a large field, which changes color from green in rainy season to beautiful golden brown in the dry season. Thick misty fog floating right on the surface. If you take a close look, you will see animal trails. When continue walking, you will see numerous numbers of big, beautiful 'Thousand-year red roses' along the cliff, they bloom in the first month of the year and last until March of every year. This particular type of rose is well known and is a highlight of 'Kew Mae Pan Trail. After that, you will be led back to the forest again.

A trip to the top of Doi Inthanon covers a distance of 101.7 kilometers by road from the city of Chiang Mai. Kew Mae Pan Trail is near to Stupa Phra Mahathat Nop Metaneedol. Kew Mae Pan has parking space enough for 50 cars each time, shops, restaurants, souvenir  shops and restrooms for all tourists.  

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