Tag Archives: 2012

Top 3 Best Value Cheap Hotels in Asia 2012

1. Golden Mango Inn Siem Reap, Cambodia (99.2%)  
Atmosphere 94.4%, Location 80.0%, Facilities 98.4%, Staff 98.4%, Cleanliness 99.2%, Safety 99.2%, Value 99.2%
No 0658, Road 6, Chongkaosou Village, Slokram Commune, Siem Reap 855, Angkor Kingdom of Cambodia
Tel: +855 63 761 857
E-mail: info@goldenmangoinn.com      http://www.goldenmangoinn.com
Number of Rooms: 24   Star Rating: 2
Price Rates: ฿ 450-900
2. Aonang Goodwill Krabi, Thailand (96.0%)
Atmosphere 91.2%, Location 84.8%, Facilities 94.4%, Staff 95.2%, Cleanliness 96.8%, Safety 94.4%, Value 96.0%
420/22 Mu 2 Ao Nang, Amphoe Mueang, Krabi 81000, Thailand
Tel: +66 7569 5601    Fax: +66 7569 5602
Email: contact@aonanggoodwill.com      http://www.aonanggoodwill.com
Number of Rooms: 22   Star Rating: 2.5
Price Rates: ฿ 450-750
3. Sai Gon Sports 2 Hotel, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam (86.4%)
Atmosphere 72.0%, Location 93.6%, Facilities 78.4%, Staff 84.8%, Cleanliness 84.0%, Safety 88.0%, Value 86.4%
82 Le Lai Str., Dist 1, Ho Chi Minh City 70000, Vietnam
Tel: 84 8 3925 3873    Fax: 84 8 3925 3780
Email: sales@saigonsportshotel.com      http://www.huesportshotel.com
Number of Rooms: 20   Star Rating: 2
Price Rates: ฿ 500-900

Top 10 Ayutthaya Hotels Travelers Recommend 2012

1. Kantary Hotel, Ayutthaya
168 Mu1, Rojana Road, Tambon Thanu, Amphoe U-Thai, Ayutthaya 13000, Thailand
Tel: +66 3533 7177, +66 3522 9955    Fax: +66 3533 7178
E-mail: reservations@kantaryhotel-ayutthaya.com      http://www.kantarycollection.com/kantaryhotel-ayutthaya/
Number of Rooms: -    Star Rating: 4
Price Rates: $ 70-99
2. Krungsri River Hotel
27/2 Rojana Road, Tambon Kamang, Ayutthaya 13000, Thailand
Tel: +66 3524 4333    Fax: +66 3524 3777
E-mail: krungsririver@gmail.com     http://www.krungsririver.com
Number of Rooms: 204   Star Rating: 3
Price Rates: $ 50-118
3. Ayutthaya Garden River Home
54 Mu 7 Bangkrasun Bang Pa-In, Amphoe Bang Sai, Ayutthaya 13160, Thailand
Tel: +66 3570 4582, +66 3536 6020, +668 1553 8744    Fax: +66 3570 4441
Email:info@ayutthayagardenriverhome.com      http://www.ayutthayagardenriverhome.com
Number of Rooms: 12    Star Rating: 4
Price Rates: $ 81-114
4. Ayutthaya Grand Hotel
55/29 Rojana Road, Tambon Thanu, Amphoe U-thai, Ayutthaya 13000 Thailand
Tel: +66 3533 5483-9    Fax.: +66 3533 5492, +66 3533 6316
E-mail: info@aygrandhotel.com      http://www.aygrandhotel.com
Number of Rooms: 122    Star Rating: 3
Price Rates: $ 35-51
5. U-Thong Inn
210 Rojana Road, Tambon Phailing, Ayutthaya 13000, Thailand
Tel: +66 3521 2531, +66 3524 2236
Number of Rooms: 209    Star Rating: 3
Price Rates: $ 35-690
6. Ayothaya Riverside Hotel
91/1 Mu 10 Wat Pako Road, Tambon Kamang, Amphoe Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya, Ayutthaya 13000, Thailand
Tel : +66 3523 4873-7   Fax :+66 3524 4139
E-mail: sales@ayothayariversidehotel.com      http://ayothayariversidehotel.com
Number of Rooms: 102    Star Rating: 2.5
Price Rates: $ 34-39
7. Woraburi Ayothaya Convention Resort
89 Mu 11 Watkluay Road, Tambon Kamang, Amphoe Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya, Ayutthaya 13000, Thailand
Tel: +66 3524 9649    Fax : +66 3524 9625
E-mail: contact@woraburi.com      http://www.woraburi.com/woraburiayothaya/
Number of Rooms:170    Star Rating: 3
Price Rates: $ 53-73
8. Ayothaya Hotel
12 Mu 4 Naresuan Road (Tessaban Sai 2 Road), Tambon Horattanachai, Amphoe Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya, Ayutthaya 13000, Thailand
Tel: +66 3523 2855    Fax:  +66 3525 1018
E-mail: info@ayothayahotel.com      http://www.ayothayahotel.com
Number of Rooms: 117    Star Rating: 2.5
Price Rates: $ 22-31
9. The Lima Place Hotel
139 Mu 2 Bankao, Ayutthaya 13000, Thailand
Tel: +66 3580 1808, +66 3580 1809, +66 3580 1810    Fax: +66 3580 1800
E-mail: info@limaplace.com      http://www.limaplace.com
Number of Rooms: 75    Star Rating: 3
Price Rates: $ 14-20
10. Ayutthaya Thanee Hotel
4/89 Mu 8, U-Thong Road, Tambon Huaror, Ayutthaya 13000, Thailand
Number of Rooms: 70    Star Rating: 2
Price Rates: $ 30-70

Top 10 Chiang Mai Hotels Travelers Recommend 2012

by  Travelers’ Choice 2012, Winner Top 25 & Best Service

1. Secret Garden Chiang Mai
54/1 Mu 5 Tambon Mae Khue, Amphoe Doi Saket,  Chiang Mai 50220, Thailand
Tel: +66 5333 9502     Fax: +66 5333 8901
E-mail: isabel@loxinfo.co.th      http://www.secretgardenchiangmai.com
Number of Rooms: -    Star Rating: 5
Price Rates: $50-70
2. Rimping Village
13/1 soi 2, Chiangmai-Lamphun Road, Tambon Wat Gate, Amphoe Mueang, Chiang Mai 50000, Thailand
Tel: +66 5324 3915-6     Fax: +66 5324 7944
E-mail: rimpingvillage@gmail.com      http://www.rimpingvillage.com
Number of Rooms: 36    Star Rating: 3
Price Rates: $77-174
3. The Chedi Chiang Mai, a GHM Hotel
123 Charoen Prathet Road, Tambon Changklan, Amphoe Mueang, Chiang Mai 50100, Thailand
Tel: +66 5325 3333     Fax: +66 5325 3392
E-mail: chedichiangmai@ghmhotels.com       http://www.ghmhotels.com/en/chedi-chiang-mai-thailand/home/
Number of Rooms: 84    Star Rating: 5
Price Rates: $250-685
4. Golden Cupids Hotel
21 2 Mu 7 Tambon Norngchom, Amphoe Sansai, Chiang Mai 50210, Thailand
Tel: +66 5384 4503    Fax: +66 5384 4218
Email: contact@goldencupids.com       http://www.goldencupids.com
Number of Rooms: 11    Star Rating: 3
Price Rates: $ 67
5. Mandarin Oriental Dhara Dhevi, Chiang Mai
51/4 Mu 1 Chiang Mai – Sankampaeng Road, Tambon Tasala, Amphoe  Mueang, Chiang Mai 50000, Thailand
Tel: +66 5388 8888
Email: mocnx-reservations@mohg.com      http://www.mandarinoriental.com/chiangmai/
Number of Rooms: 123    Star Rating: 5
Price Rates: $400-6,500
6. Ping Nakara Boutique Hotel & Spa
135/9 Charoenprathet Road, Tambon Changklan, Amphoe Mueang, Chiang Mai 50100, Thailand
Tel: +66 5325 2999     Fax: +66 5325 2111
E-mail: info@pingnakara.com      http://www.pingnakara.com
Number of Rooms: 19    Star Rating: 5
Price Rates: $169
7. Mai Siam Resort
46 Mu 2 Ban Nong Hoi, Tambon On Neua, Amphoe Mae On, Chiang Mai 50130, Thailand
Tel: +66 5303 7079, +668 1287 9770, +668 6189 7450
E-mail: maisiamresort@hotmail.com      http://www.maisiamresort.com
Number of Rooms: 3    Star Rating: 5
Price Rates: $39-58
8. The Rim Resort
51/2 Arrak Road, Tambon Phrasingh, Amphoe Mueang, Chiangmai  50200, Thailand
Tel: +66 5390 3999     Fax: +66 5390 3998
E-mail: butler@therimchiangmai.com      http://www.therimchiangmai.com
Number of Rooms: 36    Star Rating: 4
Price Rates: $ 86
9. Yaang Come Village
90/3 Sridonchai Road, Tambon Changklan, Amphoe Mueang, Chiang Mai 50100, Thailand
Tel: +66 5323 7222
Number of Rooms: 42    Star Rating: 4
Price Rates: $120
10. Tao Garden Health Spa & Resort
274/1 Mu 7 Chiang Mai-Chiang Rai Rd, Tambon Luang Nua, Amphoe Doi Saket, Chiang Mai 50220, Thailand
Tel: +66 5392 1200
Email: info@tao-garden.com      http://www.tao-garden.com
Number of Rooms: 98    Star Rating: 3
Price Rates: $85-175

Highlights Songkran Festival in Thailand 2012

Travel in Highlights Songkran Festival in Thailand 2012
by Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT)

North in Thailand
- “Sa Ri Pi Mai Chiang Mai Festival “, held from 12-15 Apr 2012, the area around Chiang Mai city. The event is the procession and bathing of Buddha’s Phra Phut Ta Si Hing. It is also a link to the Galatians pedal car, water Damhaw elderly, bring the sand to the temple, local show, the native demonstrations of folk art, the Songkran water, new year around the city moat, urban street culture dishes.
For more information, Tel: +66 5324 8604, +66 5324 8607, +66 5330 2500
- “Songkran Sukhothai Festival” which has a wide range of interesting work, bathing tradition Si Satchanalai Songkran” 8-12 Apr 2012, at Sukhothai Historical Park. Dlamini’s sacrifice to an king Thammaracha I and King’s ancestor. While watching the procession of elephants and train them in culture.
- “The Traditional Market, With Songkran” and “History In The Old City Of Sukhothai Songkran” 13-15 Apr 2012 at Sukhothai Historical Park. Watch for the formation of sand pagodas, Train, wagon wheels, antique Songkran beauty queen contest and visit the traditional market.
- “Festival of Bathing Water In Chao Muean Dong” 17-19 Apr 2012 at Memorial Chao Muean Dong, Amphoe Si Satchanalai. Festival procession beautiful views over the water by 50 elephants.
For more information, Tel: +66 5561 6228-9, +66 5561 6366

Northeast in Thailand
- “Songkran Nakhon Phanom – New Year Merit Pleasant Thai – Laos” during 11-15 Apr 2012 at Khao Phun Road,  Dam in front of city, Amphoe Mueang, Nakhon Phanom and Thesaban Tambon Renu, Nakhon Phanom. The events are ancient market activity, the old waterfront city, cultural shows, folk dance for Tai, the events of Tai’s world and splashing water on Khao Phun Road.
For more information, Tel: +66 4251 3490-1
- “Songkran Isan Khun Flora Festival – Can Sound And Sticky Rice Road” was held on 11-18 Apr 2012 at Sticky Rice Road, Amphoe Mueang, Khon Kaen is the opening ceremony on 11 Apr and have merit in the morning, at the fountain, Bung Kaen Nakhon, Songkran and flora parade, procession Human Wave bands playing the dance world record, back in the old drama and sticky rice of the same family.
For more information, Tel: +66 4324 4498-9
- “Songkran Isan Nong Khai” during  12-15 Apr 2012 at Pho Chai temple and Hat Chom Mani, Amphoe Mueang, Nong Khai. To water activities Damhaw, merit monks Luang Pho Phra Sai Buddha bathing off, inserted the candle lit procession, Sompoch Luang Pho Phra Sai, flora parade and Songkran beauty queen contest.
For more information, Tel: +66 4232 5406-7

East in Thailand
- “Worship Phra Phut Ta Si Hing And Songkran Chonburi” on 11-19 Apr 2012 at the Hall of Phra Phut Ta Si Hing, Field of Sala Klang, Chonburi. To worship Phra Phut Ta Si Hing, Songran parade, Thai sports.
- “Songkran Ko Si Chang” on 13-19 Apr 2012 at Ko Si Chang to Ko Kham Yai, Amphoe Ko Si Chang. To merit,  pour water to monks, water Damhaw, sand pogoda, local sports and carried girl into the water.
- “Sand Pogoda In The Flow Water Day” at 16-17 Apr 2012 at Bang San beach with some merit,  contest the sand, folk dance competition and Songkran in The flow of Salt Water Day.
- “Traditional Phaya Yom Parade” on 16-18 Apr 2012  at Bang Phra beach, Amphoe Si Racha to  attended worship Phaya Yom, Phaya Yom parade and water Damhaw the elderly. It is also a local sporting event and Sound and light show.
- “The Flow Water Day Of Pattaya – Naklua” on 18-20 Apr 2012 at Lan Po Naklua, Pattaya Beach and Wat Chai Mongkon. The foundation pour water on the hands of revered elders and ask for blessing Procession Buddha images bathing and playing in the water.
- “Sri Maha Racha Songkran Festival And The Stack” on  19-21 Apr 2012 at the Health Park Sriracha Municipality. To stack joined the parade, folk dance, folk back in the old era.
For more information, Tel: +66 3842 7667, +66 3842 8750, +66 3842 3990

South in Thailand
- “Hat Yai Midnight Songkran Festival” held on 11-13 Apr 2012 at the intersection of Odeon, Sanehanuson Road, Niphat Uthit 3 Road, Amphoe Hat Yai, Songkhla. To wach Hat Yai Midnight Songkran Festival’s parade, to merit, watering the elderly, Phra Phut Ta Si Hing’s parade, Songkran beauty queen contests, foam parties and play water along the way and have the security of the tourists from different departments.
For more information, Tel: +66 7424 3747, +66 7423 8518
- “Songkran On The Beach 2012″ on 12-13 April 2012 at Soi Bangla, Patong Beach, Phuket. To watch Phra Phut Ta Si Hing’s parade around the beach, the water  provide to seniors, cultural performances and traditional Thai dance, splashing water to Patong Beach.
For more information, Tel: +66 7621 1036, +66 7621 2213
- “Songkran Festival Procession Has Held Nang Dan Mueang Nakhon” during 11-15 April 2012 at Sanam Na Mueang, Suan Si Thamma Sok National Park, Ho Phra Isuan, Nakhon Si Thammarat. The main event is Nang Dan parade is one of Siam. There is also a celebration of local dessert and food, ride to the city, Gore told, light and sound show in “Si Thamma Sokkarat”.
For more information, Tel: +66 7534 6515-6

Central in Thailand
- “Songkran Festival In The Old City, Ayutthaya” during 13-15 Apr 2012.
Apr 13 held in the chapel next Phra Mongkon Bopit. The purpose of the ceremony, put dry rice in the 999 at 7:09 am.
Apr 13-14 royal courtyard Monument King Naresuan, the Great. There bathing the Buddha and King Naresuan, musical performances and plays.
Apr 13-15 Songkran water in front of the office Ayuthaya tat. Splashing Water in the old city with elephant.
For more information, Tel: +66 3524 6076-7
- “Amazing Songkran Festival” during 13-16 Apr 2012 at Khlong Song Nam Chonlapathan, South of Nain Kaeo Road, in front of transport station, Amphoe Mueang, Suphanburi. To Luang Po To and  Sacred Goddes parade in city, flowers parade, Ms. Songran contest, folk dance, cultural performances and 5 kilometers to the auspicious bathing of the nine areas of ancient temples of the Tha Chin River.
For more information, Tel: +66 3553 6030, +66 3553 5789, +66 3553 6189
- “Songkran Prapradaeng” during22-24 Apr 2012 at in front of Amphoe Prapradaeng, Samut Prakan. Activities include a parade of swan with Centipede flag, Ms. Songkran parade, floral parade, Saba tells of Thai Raman, folk dance, contest his leisurely Songkran and Thai Raman water.
For more information, Tel: +66 2250 5500
- “Songkran Water Around The Yard, Bangkok” during 11-16 Apr 2012 at Wat Phra Chetuphon Wimon Mangkalaram (Wat Pho) in regions of 9 royal temples around the monastery and Rattanakosin Island. Have simulated songran 4 regions and to pour water, local cooking demonstrations and cultural performances (10:00 am – 20:00 pm at Wat Pho.
- “Songkran 9 Temples, Bangkok” The Authority also organized in Bangkok between 11-16 Apr 2012 with 3 activities: merit 9 royal temples, merit 9 king temples and merit 9 river temples, Chao Phraya River.
For more information, Tel: +66 2250 5500 to 3470-3

Songkran Ratchaburi Festival, Enjoy Good Varity 2012

Travel in Songkran Ratchaburi Festival, Enjoy good varity 2012
10-18 April 2012
at Woradet Road, Nang Yai Wat Kanon Museum, Wat Khlong Suwankiri, Amphoe Photharam, Ratchaburi, Thailand

The Hilight Activities:
1. Songkran Festival in Ratchaburi during 10-18 April 2012 at Woradet Road and in front of police station, Amphoe Mueang, Ratchaburi
April 10, 2555 at 13:30 pm invite Phra Phut Ta Si Hing and Luang Po Khan Chan
April 13, 2555 at 7:00 am Join merit, water Damhaw elderly, The Festival is an afternoon parade and the amazing beauty of the Miss Songkran Contest during the night.
For more information:
City of Ratchaburi +66 3233 7075-76

2. Nang Yai Wat Kanon Festival of 7th at Nang Yai Wat Kanon Museum.
The objectives is conservation measures to inherit the best of the world and has received an award from UNESCO. It will be held on 13-15 April 2012 at 12:00 to 21:00 pm to view demonstrations of various arts, the four regions such as Nang Yai Wat Kanon,  shell fire dance, puppet drama, Hulu Li Ke, ten thai artists, enjoy traditional Thai and Mon food, visit the drum contest and sand pagoda.
For more information:
Nang Yai Wat Kanon Museum Tel: +66 3223 4834
Public Relations Tel: +668 3082 0537, +668 6334 1894

3. Songkran Ratchaburi is in front of the National Museum, Ratchaburi. Scheduled for 13-15 April 2012 the Thai New Year Day is April 13 and April 14 is National Seniors is to provide families with children appreciate the importance of parent and as a senior amd time together. The event focused on cooperation within the family, such as giving alms in the morning, merit bone’s  grandparents, bathing the Buddha, water Damhaw elderly, the sand pagoda, leave the birds and fish, play water relative to the relationship, friend with the clean water and mix Nam Aop Thai by gently. Furthermore Khon drama, Plung Malai Music, Songkran Dance (Ramwong), Peaceful Family exhibition, watch cultural performances, Thai children’s playing, local food and watch the Miss Songkran parade.
For more information:
Ratchaburi Provincial Cultural Office Tel: +66 3232 2786

4. “The old Ratchaburi Fair 2012″ is a fair and OTOP products during 13-15 April 2012 at area of Wat Khlong Suwankiri, Tambon Kubua, Amphoe Photharam, Ratchaburi. Organized by the province of Ratchaburi and Office of Tourism and Sports in the Ratchaburi province has the honor to be listed in the public perception and recognize the value of history which is proud of their ancestors such as light and sound in Ratchaburi Dvaravati history to modern times, the exhibition booth of Dvaravati Civilization, the OTOP fair, youth singing contest, competition children of Thai-Yuan, playing retro dance and local playing.
For more information:
Ratchaburi Province Tel: +66 3232 7660
Office of Tourism and Sports, Ratchaburi Province Tel: +66 3232 2028

5. Songkran Laos Vieng, Ratchaburi. Come in contact with the local culture of Laos, Vientiane at Amphoe Photharam on 15-17 April 2012 at Stadium School Photharam (Wat Ban Sing Community) and area in Wat Ban Sing, Tambon Ban Sing, Amphoe Photharam. The activities are such as attending worship ancestors, Ram Vieng drama, flowers parade, watering Damhaw adults, local sporting events, theater and watch the lightand sound  show throughout the event
For more information:
Education in Thesaban Ban Sing Tel: +66 3274 4211

This year for the TAT Office of Phetchburi Invites visitors to preservation of traditional Thai New Year to have since ancient times. This is a beautiful tradition filled with an atmosphere of gratitude. Reflect the warmth of Thai by using the “water” as in the relationship.
For more information:
TAT Phetchaburi (Responsibility in Phetchaburi, Ratchaburi)  Tel: +66 3247 1005-6

Top 10 Krabi Hotels Travelers Recommend 2012

by  Travelers’ Choice 2012, Winner Top 25 & Best Service

1. The Tubkaak Krabi Boutique Resort
123 Mu 3 Tab Kaek Beach, Tambon Nongtalay, Amphoe Mueang, Krabi 81000, Thailand
Tel: +66 7562 8400    Fax: +66 7562 8499
E-mail: hotel@tubkaakresort.com      http://www.tubkaakresort.com
Number of Rooms: 42    Star Rating: 4.5
Price Rates: $ 177-309
2. Amari Vogue Krabi
149 Mu 3 Tambon Nongtalay, Amphoe Mueang, Krabi 81000, Thailand
Tel: +66 7560 7777    Fax: +66 7560 7700      http://th.amari.com/vogue/
Number of Rooms: 57    Star Rating: 4.5
Price Rates: $ 149-378
3. Nakamanda Resort & Spa
126 Mu 3 Khlong Mueang Beach, Tambon Nongtalay, Amphoe Mueang, Krabi 81000, Thailand
Tel: +66 7562 8200    Fax: +66 7564 4390
E-mail: info@nakamanda.com      http://www.nakamanda.com
Number of Rooms: 39    Star Rating: 5
Price Rates: $ 171-202
4. Phulay Bay, A Ritz Carlton Reserve
111 Mu 3 Tambon Nongtalay, Amphoe Mueang, Krabi 81000, Thailand
Tel: +66 7562 8111
E-mail: reservations.phulaybay@ritzcarlton.com      http://reserve.ritzcarlton.com/phulay_bay/home.aspx
Number of Rooms: 54    Star Rating: 5
Price Rates: $ 578-2,425
5. Sheraton Krabi Beach Resort
155 Mu 2 Tambon Nongtalay, Amphoe Mueang, Krabi 81000, Thailand
Tel: +66 2620 9889
Number of Rooms: 240    Star Rating: 5
Price Rates: $ 154-324
6. Sofitel Phokeethra Krabi Golf & Spa Resort
200 Mu 3 Khlong Mueang Beach, Tambon Nongtalay, Amphoe Mueang, Krabi 81000, Thailand
Tel: +66 7562 7800, +66 7562 7899
E-mail: rsvn@sofitelphokeethrakrabi.com       http://www.sofitel.com/gb/home/index.shtml
Number of Rooms: 276    Star Rating: 4.5
Price Rates: $ 113-254
7. @Krabi Pura
256 Uttharakit Road, Tambon Paknum, Amphoe Mueang, Krabi 81000, Thailand
Tel: +66 7563 0365, +66 7563 0367     Fax: +66 7563 0367
E-mail: atkrabipura@yahoo.co.th     http://atkrabipura.multiply.com
Number of Rooms: 8    Star Rating: 3.5
Price Rates: $ 18-38
8. Railay Garden View Resort
147 Mu 5 Tambon Sai Thai , Amphoe Ao-nang, Krabi 81000, Thailand
E-mail: info@railaygardenview.com       http://www.railaygardenview.com
Number of Rooms: 13    Star Rating: 2
Price Rates: $ 18-30
9. The Elements Krabi Resort
189 Mu 3 Khlong Mueang Beach, Tambon Nongtalay, Amphoe Mueang, Krabi 81000, Thailand
Tel. +66 2630 6122, +66 2630 6129     Fax: +66 2630 6129
E-mail: info@theelementsresort.com      http://www.theelementsresort.com
Number of Rooms: 70    Star Rating: 4
Price Rates: $ 94-130
10. Anyavee Tubkaek Beach Resort
146 Mu 3 Tambon Nongtalay, Amphoe Mueang, Krabi 81000, Thailand
Tel: +66 7560 7200-49     Fax: +66 7560 7222
E-mail: booking@anyavee.com      http://www.anyavee.com/tubkaek.html
Number of Rooms: 26    Star Rating: 4.5
Price Rates: $ 159-349

Khao San Road Songkran Festival 2012

Travel in Khao San Road Songkran Festival 2012, Bangkok
12 to 15 April 2012.
At Khao San Road, Phra Nakhon, Bangkok, Thailand

Mr. Piyabutr Chiwaramonikun is a President, Association of Khao San Road Songkran Festival on Khao San Road, said that the year 2012 will be held 12-15 April. This year has been the grace of  His Soamsawali, Gospel King Award descendant mother will preside over the opening ceremony on 12 April at 18.30 pm.

The Khao San Road Songkran Festival this year will be even bigger every year. To honor the occasion of the Commemoration of 84th Anniversary of King Rama 9. The latest visitors to book a room full of 100%, or about 600 to 700 rooms, spread out the money at 10 million baht. In addition to preparing for the security measures for tourists by 300 police officers and 150 volunteer security guards in Inspection  the bag and trade cooperation no sell and play with flour and alcohol including no drink alcohol.

For more information:
Tourism Office, Dusit, Bangkok
Tel: +66 2250 5500
Tourism Authority of Thailand
Tel: +66 2243 5311-5 ext 2991-5

Songkran water around the yard 2012, Bangkok

Travel in Songkran water around the yard 2012, Bangkok
9-17 April 2012
at Bangkok, Thailand

The Hilight Activities:
- To pour water.
- A demonstration of traditional cooking.
- Cultural performances.
- Merit 9 temples to the King and the monastery
Wat Phra Sri Rattana Satsadaram (Wat Phra Kaew), Wat Bowonniwet Viharn,Wat Chana Songkhram, Wat Phra Chetuphon Vimolmangklararm Rajwaramahaviharn (Wat Pho), Wat Ratchabophit Sathitmahasimaram, Wat Rajapradit Sathitmahasimaram, Wat Suthat Thepwararam, Wat Saket Ratcha Woramahawiharn , Wat Arun Ratchawararam, Wat Rakung Kositaram, Wat Ratcha O Rot Saram Ratchaworawiharn, wat kanlayanamit woramahawiharn, Wat Phram Ram 9 Kan Karnchanapisek

For more information:
The creative activity, Tourism Authority of Thailand
Tel: +66 2250 5500 ext. 3470-3
County Division of Tourism
Tel: +66 2225 7612-5

Royal Cliff Hotels Group Receives 7 Categories Award in 2012

by TripAdvisor Traveler’s Choice Award

The award-winning Royal Cliff Hotels Group has once again triumphed to an exceptional achievement by receiving 7 prestigious “TripAdvisor Traveler’s Choice Awards 2012” for two hotels Royal Wing Suites & Spa. Ultimate Luxury and Royal Cliff Grand Hotel Formal Luxury, in the following categories: Top 25, Best Service, Relaxation & Spa and Luxury in both Thailand and Asia.

For more information:
Royal Cliff Hotels Group
353 Phra Tamnuk Road, Pattaya, Chonburi 20150, Thailand
Tel: +66 3825 0421 ext. 2007/2037
Fax: +66 3825 0511, +66 3825 0513
Email: relax@royalcliff.com     http://www.royalcliff.com

VIE WINE & GRILL Awarded 2012

Thailand’s Best Restaurant by Thailand Tatler
at VIE Hotel Bangkok, Thailand

VIE WINE & GRILL, a chic and sophisticated restaurant at VIE Hotel Bangkok is proud to announce that it was recently awarded ‘2012 Thailand’s Best Restaurant’ by Thailand Tatler’s Best Restaurant Guide. This is the third consecutive year that the restaurant has been recognised for its exceptional cuisine and service, as voted by the discerning readers of Thailand Tatler Magazine, the country’s leading luxury, lifestyle magazine, and its website.

VIE Hotel Bangkok Won Awards:
- The chic five-star hotel received its latest recognition of ‘Best Boutique Hotel’ from AsiaRooms.com.
- “Trendy in Asia” award in the Tripadvisor Traveler’s Choice Awards.
- “Best Newcomer in Bangkok” award from Wotif.com.
- “Best Urban Hotel” by Anywhere Magazine.
- “Thailand’s Best Restaurant 2010, 2011, & 2012” award from Thailand Tatler’s Best Restaurant Guide.

For more information:
VIE Hotel Bangkok
117/39-40 Phaya Thai Road, Ratchatewi, Bangkok, Thailand
Tel: + 66 2309 3939    Fax: + 66 2309 3838
E-mail: info@viehotelbangkok.com     http://www.viehotelbangkok.com