tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-62456949297340174402010-03-10T18:30:29.092ZThis Blog is Created by Backpacker House, Chiang Mai - Thailand, provides all travel tips, information and events up-to-date in Thailand. Enjoy Lovely Country - Land of Smile Warmly Welcome! Nida N.Gate-4-Awayhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07622381385783937656noreply@blogger.comBlogger82125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6245694929734017440.post-24284369722193214542008-12-11T02:33:00.005Z2008-12-11T03:34:57.781Z

Hello everyone who looking for the story of Chiang Mai from Backpacker House (http://www.siambackpack.com/). It's such a long-long time I have not access to the internet as I back to work for my company before they kick me out off the job. As you know, the world financial is going down (maybe crisis for over the world!!!) Ohmigod! what we gonna do for the coming future ... anyway, don't be panic

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A II Z Chiang Mai (Continue) H for Hot Spring:There are only a few provinces in Thailand that feature natural ho springs, and of course Chiang Mai is one of them. With the convenient location along the Mae Malai-Pai Road, Chiang Mai's hot springs are certainly a popular tourist attraction. Beyond becoming relaxed by bathing in the naturally heated waters, boiling eggs in the hot springs is also

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A II Z Chiang Mai (Continue)F for Flowers:Situated in high latitude with suitable weather, Chiang Mai possesses the capacity to cultivate various types of plants, especially Western vegetables and flowers. The Flower Festival held on every February is testimony to its success in this field.G for Global Gastronomy:What can be better than having a perfect holiday retreat after the extreme

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Hello girl and boy,As promised last message from the blog master, DVM. Nida, to give you an information about Chiang mai. She asked me to write all attractive places, activities and things in Chiang mai for you readers. I'm about to encourage you come back to our city 'the Rose of North' again-and-again. Let's see what I have in alphabets...A for Art and galleries:Existing for over 700 years with

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Hello all, my lovely blog reader...I'm sincere apology for the lost of story for almost 3 month. That's a crisis moment of my life since I decided to quit my job then they gave me a big project to finish, even clear my papers and transfer everything I'hv done... blah-blah-blah!I used every minute I had and squeezed my last sweat to show them I'm not a loser. Let I just say 'I'm boring living in

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The Meaning of Chakri DayApril 6 marks the anniversary of the founding of the present Chakri Dynasty of which the present ruling monarch, King Bhumibol the Great, is the ninth king.The Chakri Dynasty was founded by Phra Buddha Yodfa Chulaloke, or Rama I, who was born on March 20, 1737 with the name of Thong Duang and came to the throne on April 6, 1782. He ruled the country for 28years. During

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Previous: Sagittarius, Capricorn, Aquarius, Pisces, Aries, Taurus, Gemini, Cancer and Leo Continue...Virgo (August 24 - September 23)Many new possibilities will come within your reach in 2008 and your ambitions will grow and bear fruit fast. Tapping new opportunities will call for strategic manoeuvring at work, and that includes maintaining the right equations with key people. Be persistent about

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Previous: Sagittarius, Capricorn, Aquarius, Pisces and AriesContinue...Taurus (April 21 - May 21)Three defining elements will be shaping your destiny in 2008. Favourable currents will keep your affairs moving, often unknown to you. Your inputs and efforts will carve a prestigious niche for you. And last, the manner in which you're able to meet the demands of situations will assure you of new

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Previous: Sagittarius and Capricorn Continue...Aquarius (January 20-February 18)You'll be able to inspire yourself to move in new directions in 2008. You'll realise that you need to tread warily to notch up lasting, long-time gains. However, unforeseen delays will prove to be a blessing in disguise. You'll feel the need to see results in terms of growth instead of mere praise from seniors. Many

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Seasons Greetings! On behalf of the Backpacker team, I wanted to send you our best wishes for the New Year, hoping 2008 will be full of happiness, perfectly health and success - a big thank you for those of you who have been supporting us the whole way through and we certainly look forward to an even better year at http://www.siambackpack.com/! We will be launching many new facilities soon:)

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Ho Ho Ho ... Merry Christmas and Happy New YearDuring the holiday season, normal concerns about personal safety and security can often take a backseat to the demands of the season. Maintaining an appropriate level of security, regardless of the activity you are in, is the key to remaining safe and secure during this holiday period.It should also be noted that "parliamentary elections" are

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Time to visit ChiangmaiHigh Tourist SeasonOctober to February is the high travel season for those that visit Chiang Mai from abroad. Almost 25% of Chiang Mai's more than 2 million yearly visitors, however, come from within Thailand all throughout the year. Locals call Chiang Mai 'the Rose of the North' - a reference to its natural beauty and plentiful surrounding agricultural lands.Just about any

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Loy Krathong Day is one of the most popular festivals of Thailand celebrated annually on the Full-Moon Day of the Twelfth Lunar Month. Light up the night sky, throughout the Thai kingdom.I apologize for my absence and inconsistent posting. I’m back to give you a very interesting event in this November, “the full moon night” falls on the 24th this year“Loy Krathong” is probably the most visually

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Chiang Mai is known as "the Rose of the North" and is located on the banks of the Ping River. It's surrounded with stunning natural beauty and a unique cultural identity. Chiang Mai has had a long history and a most preserved, distinctive culture. This is witnessed both in the daily lives of the people, who maintain their pwn dialects, customs, and cuisine and in a host of ancient architectures,

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"As the story goes, the King of Naga fireballs rise into the night sky to form the steps of the stairs by which the Lord Buddha descends from heaven."Nong Khai, the Issan region of the north-east of Thailand, is located on the banks of the majestic Maekhong river, 615 km north-east of Bangkok. Across the river is People's Democratic Republic of Laos. Laotian capital Vientiane is only 25

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Keeoing these opinions in mind, I feel proud of my hometown "Chiang Mai", a place that is the centre of North region's Travel. Chiang Mai occupies many flights from various foreign airlines including Hong Kong Expressways, which has direct flights from Chiang Mai -Hong Kong, This is convenient for travelers from both Hong Kong and Chaing Mai.About Us:Chiang Mai or Nopburi Sri Nakorn Pink Chiang

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There have been occasional reports of scopolamine drugging unscrupulous bar workers for the purpose of robbery. (Scopolamine is a powerful sedative.) Tourists have also been victimized by drugged food and drink, usually offered by a friendly stranger, sometimes posing as fellow traveler on an overnight bus or train.In addition, casual acquaintances met in a bar or on the street may pose a threat.

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Although the crime threat in big city like Bangkok / Chiang Mai remains lower than that in many cities in America or Britain, crimes of opportunity such as pick-pocketing, purse-snatching, and burglary have become more common in recent years.Travelers should be especially wary when walking in crowded markets, tourist sites and bus or train stations. Many UK, States, etc. citizens have reported

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If you've always dreamed of going on an African Safari, ... Safari World is probably nothing like that. But it does offer the opportunity to drive your own car through a large open-air enclosure teeming with exotic birds, wildebeests, zebras, deer of all kinds, and even two sleepy rhinos.In separately enclosures, lions, tigers and, Yes!.., bears lounge in the shade or stroll casually across the

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A passenger plane heading to one of Thailand's leading tourist destinations crashed Sunday as it tried to land in heavy rain, splitting in two as it was engulfed in flames, officials said. As many as 100 people were feared dead.The wreckage of a One-Two-Go passenger plane after it crashed while attempting to land at Phuket International Airport on Sunday, 16 September 2007.(By Shanthy Nambiar and

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Reports of serious crimes involving taxis or "Tuk-Tuks" (three-wheeled taxis) are relatively rare, although attempts to charge excessive fares occur regularly. Several taxi-related incidents involving foreign passengers occur in Bangkok each year. Americans should not hesitate to ask to be let out of a taxi immediately if the driver is acting suspiciously or driving erratically.When arriving at

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Thai Colours of the WeekWhat's your colour? In Thai culture, each day of the week is represented by a different colour. The day you were born determines what colour is particularly lucky for you. The color is assigned based on the color of the God who protecting the day or Navagraha. For example, the God of Sunday is Surya which has red color. These colors of the day are the traditional Thai

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Strong seasonal undercurrents at popular beach resorts pose a some-times-fatal threat to surfers and swimmers. During the monsoon season from May through October, drowning is the leading cause of death for tourists visiting the resort island of Phuket. Some, but not all, beaches have warning flags to indicate the degree of risk (red flag: sea condition dangerous for swimming; yellow flag: sea

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A taste of the diversity of Thailand: travel from the vibrant metropolis of Bangkok to remote hill-tribe villages, lush rain-forests to deserted beaches and from riding elephants through the jungle to snorkelling on coral reefs.Backpackers' Chiang Mai(http://www.1stopchiangmai.com/backpackers/)No doubt about it, Thailand is one of the coolest places on the planet. It's so cheap and chilled you

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Pak Klong Talad, BangkokOn Tuesday, August 21, Helen Rowland and friends had a walking tour of the flower market known as Pak Klong Talad, sharing tips and suggestions along the way.Located near Chinatown, Pak Klong Talad is a great source for fresh cut flowers. Inaddition to flowers, you can also find some small vases and other flower arranging supplies, but don't expect to find living plants or

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