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September 19, 2012
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Posted by: Lauren
Everyone loves a good festival, and Thailand has plenty of them (as you may have already noticed from previous posts). But not all may be worth planning a trip around. Festivals usually give off a better understanding of the country’s culture and enthusiasm, so there are a few in every country worth a visit. The […]
September 17, 2012
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Posted by: Lauren
One thing that almost all travelers fall in love with in Thailand is an exotic desert known as Mango with Sticky Rice or Kao Niew Ma Muang. The key to this fantastic dish is the rice, which must be sweet or glutinous. Don’t even think about using Jasmine rice! For a serving for 1 or […]
September 13, 2012
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Posted by: Lauren
Along with India and Singapore, Thailand is Asia’s prime country for medical tourism and it’s growing at a rapid rate. With internationally trained physicians, low cost treatments, and inexpensive hotel rooms, there is no wonder why. It is estimated that around 500,000 tourists arrived in Thailand in 2011 for medical purposes all across the board […]
September 12, 2012
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Posted by: Lauren
For a third consecutive year, the Samui International Jazz Festival is back to bring smooth jazz beats to Koh Samui. The last two festivals were such hits attracting over 3,000 spectators that this third time is expected to be a charm. With Koh Samui’s vibe and strong tourism, it’s the perfect island to host this […]
September 10, 2012
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Posted by: Lauren
A futuristic mind blowing city in a garden, Garden by the Bay is something you have never seen before. Stretching across 101 hectares of land in Central Singapore, this park features three waterfront gardens, two conservatories, larger than life supertrees, and more. Some even claim it to be better than Singapore’s all time favorite park, […]
September 7, 2012
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Posted by: Lauren
For those chilly nights, no dish can give as much comfort as Laksa. This coconut creamy soup-like goodness is a pure treat and not so difficult to make. Head to your local Asian grocery store to stock up on the following ingredients: Coconut Milk Laksa Paste or Sauce Onions Red peppers Rice vermicelli (1 package […]
September 5, 2012
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Posted by: Lauren
You may already know, but Singapore is not a cheap place compared to the rest of South East Asia. Their dollar is practically neck to neck with the USD. But don’t let this discourage you because with a little help, you can enjoy Singapore without breaking the bank or in this case, without breaking anything. […]
September 3, 2012
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Posted by: Lauren
While Bangkok isn’t necessarily an expensive place, it’s still nice to enjoy things on the cheap or free in this case. Why spend money when you don’t have to, especially in times of weak economies? The list below are five of the best free things to do in the entertaining city of Bangkok. 1) The […]
September 1, 2012
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Posted by: Lauren
Singapore is one of Asia’s leaders in advanced care, making it a top destination for medical tourism. Its healthcare system is one of the most successful in the world considering that prices are reasonable, service is efficient, and doctors are knowledgeable. It’s estimated that over 200,000 foreign patients each year choose Singapore for medical related […]
August 31, 2012
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Posted by: Lauren
Since Bangkok is the capital and Phuket is the largest island, you can only imagine how many embark on this route. And with that being said, there are several commuting options, which are listed below. By Plane Yes, there is an airport on the island and it’s even an international airport. So yes, you can […]
August 29, 2012
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Posted by: Lauren
Among the flavourful exotic meals, Thailand’s drinks are just as flamboyant and delicious. Whether with alcohol or without, your tastebuds will thank you! Fresh fruit juices are very common and come in all different colors, flavours, and temperatures, but with so many amazing fruit drinks, I couldn’t narrow this list down without eliminating some important […]
August 27, 2012
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Posted by: Lauren
The countdown clock is ticking…in less than one month the fantastic Formula 1 will take over Marina Bay for the Singapore Grand Prix. Hosted by Singtel, the heart pounding races and lavish parties begin on September 21st and end on September 23rd. Many claim the Singapore Grand Prix is one of the best Grand Prix’s […]
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