Date December 1 – 8, 2007
Place koh Samui Surat thani

In his annual birthday address, His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej consistently highlights the importance of preserving the environment and urges responsible agencies to undertake efforts to keep the country clean and green and to make conservation efforts one of the priorities in the quest to achieve sustainable development.

Taking heed of this royal advice, the Koh Samui District Office and Koh Samui Municipality are leading efforts to clean up the tropical island paradise as a birthday gift to His Majesty the King on the auspicious occasion of His Majesty’s 80th birthday on 5 December 2007.

This initiative is being promoted under the ‘Keep Samui Clean Days’ campaign theme and also marks the start of Samui’s peak travel season. It also reflects efforts to keep the island resort, billed as ‘the Emerald of the Gulf of Thailand’, clean and pristine.

The Koh Samui District Office and Koh Samui Municipality is involving local members of the community and will be working hand-in-hand with other state agencies and private sector organizations.

Koh Samui authorities have pledged to make the ‘Keep Samui Clean’ theme a permanent element of the island’s development and management policy with efforts maintained beyond the official launch of the campaign during 1-8 December 2007.

‘Keep Samui Clean Days’
Activities

• 7 December – clean up of Thong Yaang Beach (Haat Thong Yang), Lipa Noi district
• 8 December – clean up of Taling Ngam Beach, Taling Ngam district

Contact information:
TAT Southern Office – Region 5
Tel: +66 (0) 7728 8818-9
Fax: +66 (0) 7728 2828
E-mail: tatsurat@tat.or.th

Information form www.tatnews.org

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Mr. Jaturaporn Na Nakorn, the deputy Governor of Sport Authority of Thailand (SAT) and Sport Promotion Bureau, presided over the 3rd working group meeting of the opening ceremony of His Majesty the King's 80th Birthday Anniversary Stadium (5th December 2007) for 2007, with Mr. Phongsiri Kusum, the deputy Governor of Nakhon Ratchasima, as the Advisor of working group, joined the meeting, at Meeting Room, Suranaree Foundation, City Hall, Nakhon Ratchasima province on November 21 2007.

        The meeting discussed on the detail of opening ceremony�s schedule of His Majesty the King's 80th Birthday Anniversary Stadium (5th December 2007) and approved to organize the opening ceremony on December 6 2007, on 05.15 pm., which the Sport Authority of Thailand was inform to His Majesty the King to open the His Majesty the King's 80th Birthday Anniversary Stadium (5th December 2007).
        At 05.45 pm. to 08.00 pm., starting the opening ceremony of the 24th SEA Games 2007, which have 8 performances consist of Amazing Royal Merit, Amazing Northeast, Amazing Korat, Amazing Sport Aspiration, Amazing Torch Light (light the torch pot), Amazing Spirit, Amazing Friendship and Amazing Capital.
       About His Majesty the King's 80th Birthday Anniversary Stadium (5th December 2007), the Sport Authority of Thailand was inform to His Majesty the King to assigned the name of stadium from the 333th Year Anniversary of Main City, Nakhon Ratchasima, to be the His Majesty the King's 80th Birthday Anniversary Stadium (5th December 2007) together with the brand of the Celebration of His Majesty the King�s Birthday Anniversary on December 5 2007, to decorate on the label of stadium.

Source from Thai Post Newspaper Date: November 22, 2007.
More Informaiton about Seagame 2007 in Korat Thailand please visit to www.2007seagames.com

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Japan Food Fair 2007: Mega Food Festival in Thailand Original taste of Japanese food, unseen products from agriculture and fisheries
December 6-9, 2007

JETRO Bangkok has planned to launch “Japan Food Fair 2007” for the third year during December 6-9, 2007 with a wide range of top quality Japanese agriculture and fishery products and original Japanese food to be presented by more than 70 booths at Bangkok Convention Center, Central World Plaza.

The Fair will be organized under the concept: Discover Real Japanese Cuisine: The Gift of Nature. Thais who love Japanese food and food business operators will have a chance to experience the quality of authentic Japanese cuisines among more than 70 booths whose best delicious selections importantly include, for example, low-calorie seafood, famous ingredients, and fresh fruits directly imported from Japan.

The Fair is expected to attract over 20,000 visitors from Thailand and neighboring countries. It will also serve as a significant forum for business talks and information exchange on a variety of agricultural and fisheries products.

Mr. Yoichi Kato, President of Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO), said the increasing popularity of Japanese food among Thais and the trend for healthy food have convinced the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries of Japan to introduce Japan Food Fair 2007 for the third time in Thailand.

“It’s very much indeed an auspicious occasion to hold the event this year as part of the celebration of the 120th Anniversary of Japan-Thailand Relations It’s a mega food fair to display food and raw materials in Thailand for businessmen in the Japanese food industry and Japanese food lovers. Our target groups are those business operators in Thailand and from adjacent countries,” he said.

JETRO operates the Fair, which is fully funded and presented by the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries of Japan. Among 52 companies participating in the Fair, 42 companies are from Japan and 10 are companies in Thailand with either Thai and Japanese partnership and purely owned by Thais.

The Fair also features “Supermarket Zone” for the visitors to enjoy shopping with varieties of fruits, vegetables, and products from fisheries from Japan at more reasonable prices. The visitors can also enjoy activities such as Japanese food shows from Japanese chefs who will demonstrate original styles, the display of products from agricultural and fisheries industries. Many of them have neither been imported to Thailand nor displayed nor for sale in Thailand, such as Unshuu Mandarin oranges. The orange will be introduced for the first time in Thailand. Importantly, all of them are directly imported from Japan.

Mr. Kato added, “Japan Food Fair is held in nine cities in seven countries around the world. But the Japan Food Fair in Thailand is the most important since it was invested by 32 million yen or 8.0 million baht.

The market for Japanese food in Thailand has high growth potential since Thai consumers are interested in Japanese agricultural and marine products. In addition, both countries have long-term relationship. Moreover, Thai consumers love dining at Japanese restaurants. The taste of Japanese food is favored by Thai comparing with other foreign cuisines. Also, Japanese food is good for health because they are low in calories. Thai people really love Japanese food at heart.

Mr. Seiji Tazo, Director of JETRO Trade Promotion, said there are 750 Japanese restaurants in Thailand. This Year 2007, it is expected that Japan Food Fair will draw more than 20,000 visitors and bring up 2,500 business talks and 480 business deals. In 2004, there were more than 3,900 business talks and 413 business deals were concluded. In 2005, since the number of days was reduced from five to four, it brought more than 2,500 business talks and 480 business deals were reached.

JETRO has expected the increase in trade talks between Thailand and Japan and planned to help the operators of Japanese restaurants in Thailand to discover more choices of raw material products under the concept “Discover Real Japanese Cuisine: The Gift of Nature”.

December 6-7, 2007: 10.00-18.00: Business Days

December 8, 2007: 11.00-19.00: Public Days

December 9, 2007: 11.00-18.00 Public Days

For more information: www.japanfoodfair.com.
source http://www.thailand4.com

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(dpa) - A Japanese tourist was slain and robbed over the weekend while visiting Thailand's ancient capital of Sukhothai during Loy Krathong, or the Water Candle festival, police said Monday.

The body of the tourist, identified only by her first name Nomoko, was found with her throat slashed and her possessions stolen Sunday in the grass at the side of the road leading to one of the more remote ruins of the Sukhothai cultural heritage site.

Police said the woman rented a bicycle on Saturday to visit a temple on the outskirts of the main Sukhothai complex, a UNESCO Heritage Site.

Sukhothai Police Chief Major General Thirrin Padungchiwit ordered a manhunt for the perpetrators of the murder.

"This is a priority case because it has damaged the reputation of Sukhothai and the entire country," said Thirrin.

The ancient ruins of Sukhothai, which was Thailand's main kingdom between 1250 to 1376, is a major tourist draw during the Loy Krathong festival, observed in Thailand on the night of the full moon in November by floating small vessels with candles and decorations in lakes, ponds and rivers to carry away one's sins.

Altogether 12 people, including the Japanese tourist, died during this year's Loy Krathong, victims of firecrackers, road accidents, brawls and at least one murder.
Source Bangkokpost.net

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November 24 - December 7, 2005
Kanchanaburi , Thailand

Each year in late November to early December, the world famous River Kwae Bridge built by Allied prisoners-of-war during World War II , becomes the focal point of celebrations.

Event highlights include historical and archaeological exhibits, a carnival, folk and cultural performances, rides on World War II vintage trains, and a spectacular light and sound presentation re-enacting the bridge's World War II legacy.

Contact information:
TAT Central Office - Region 1
Tel: +66 (0) 3451 1200, (0) 3451 2500
Fax: +66 (0) 3451 1200
E-mail: tatkan@tat.or.th

Contact:
Tourism Authority of Thailand
Email: info@tat.or.th
Website: www.tat.or.th
Tel: +66 (0) 2250 5500 (120 automatic lines)
Fax: +66 (0) 2250 5511 (two automatic lines)

FOR EVENT INFORMATION,
please call 1672.
Address:
1600 Petchaburi Road, Makkasan, Rajatevee
Bangkok 10400
Thailand

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1 November - 31 January 2008: Lop Buri Province

Deep in some horticulture website comes a line on how kids love sunflowers for their brightness and their bigness. But as we take a Sunday drive to where Thailand's rice fields become rolling countryside and huge hills of marble and granite, a child's fascination appears strikingly more evident among the adults swarming the edges of field after field of sunflowers, or thantawan as they are called here.

Certainly no honey or fragrance has drawn them. Crowding under the circus-like canopies of festive yellow, blue and green stripes, perhaps they see what Van Gogh saw. Maybe they hope to follow the flower's face turning from east to west, drinking in as much sunlight as it can in a day. When fully grown, the flowers will stop chasing the sun and stand still until their heads droop and their vivid colour evaporates and someone comes along and picks them for what has been described as the ultimate bird food. Although, the mineral content of the disk flowers - the hundreds of spikes that fill the face - make it an amazing human treat. Sunflower seeds are said to be in the same protein league as beef and have more iron than any other food except egg yolks and liver.
Whether it's the vast spread of bright colour or the up-close burst of life or just a pleasant excuse for a drive in the country, more than a million sunflower pilgrims head to central Thailand each November to January. Farmers in 13 Thai provinces plant sunflowers in rotation with other crops. The sunflower produces the world's second most important and valuable oil seed (coconut oil is the first). Some provinces are far more scenic than others, such as Mae Hong Son, but not so convenient for a day trip.
Lop Buri and Sara Buri are the closest sunflower provinces to Bangkok.
Sunflowers in Lop Buri
by Karen Emmons
Please click to view the full story with images
Contact information:
TAT Central Region Office - Region 7
Tel: +66 (0) 3642 2768-9
Fax: +66 (0) 3642 4089
E-mail: tatlobri@tat.or.th
More About Thailand Festival and Culture please visit to www.thailandgrandfestival.com

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"Loi Krathong Festival: The Delightful Color of Streams"
Water Tour Festival throughout November (1 – 30 November 2007) alongside Chaophraya River with many wonderful activities, namely :

- Date: 21-24 November 2007
- Venue: Banks of the Chao Phraya River (KrungThep Bridge – Krung Thon Bridge), Bangkok
- Activities:

• Enjoy viewing the illuminated float procession to commemorate the celebrations on the auspicious occasion of His Majesty the King’s 80th Birthday Anniversary and the contest of Loi Krathong traditional boats, with more than 1,500,000 Baht prize money. Admission free!
• Experience an amazing atmosphere of the Loi Krathong Festival of the Rattanakosin style during 18:30 – 21:30 hrs. at Thassana Phirom Lawn, in front of the Royal Navy Convention Center, Bangkok.  The illuminated float procession will be best viewed from this area. Also, you will be entertained by the country’s most unique cultural performances apart from experiencing the old market atmosphere and mouth watering array of international food.  Souvenirs will also be offered to the limited guests of 999 per day. Admission ticket is Baht 1,200 per person. (For further details and reservation, please contact  Tel: 0 2250-5500 ext. 2115 – 7).
• Boat Tour  with “Bright Chao Phraya to Celebrate HM the King” Program: every Saturday and Sunday through the whole month of November 2007.  The program will also offer opportunities for you to pay homage to various Buddha images, under the project “ 80 days of making merits ”.   Admission fee is Baht  480 per person. (For further details and reservation, please contact Tel: 0 2225-6179, 0 2221-2297)

More Information about Thailand Loi Krathong Festival Please visit to www.loikrathong.net

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Law krathong Tam Prathip (Bangsai Royal Folks Center arts and crafts)  Ayutthaya age, it had become clear in the report that "Lantern Festival and Light" was suspended after Thailand had lost our city and left Ayutthaya only tradition of peoples, but is now restored and reproduced for the public and tourists to experience the elegant atmosphere of the old royal court, which is the big party in the country.
Loi Krathong Tam Prathip
Date: 23-25 November 2007
Venue:Bangsai Royal Folks Arts and Crafts Centre, Bangsai District, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya
Activity: You are cordially invited to experience the contest of small-size krathong and hanging lanterns,  Miss Noppamas Beauty Contest, local arts and cultural performances, demonstration of jobs in the palace and many other delightful entertainments.

For More Information:
TAT Office, Central Region, Area 6 (Ayudhya)
Tel : +66 3524 6076-7

Loi Krathong Si Mum Muang (Loi KraThong at four corners of the city)

Date: November 24, 2007

Venue:4 corners of Ayudhya, i.e. under Pridi-Thamrong Bridge; Pom Petch; in front of National Museum-Chandrakasem; and in front of Chedi Si Suriyothai.

Activity: This is a memorable event for you to experience the contest of hanging lanterns, small-size Krathong contest, Miss Noppamas (international) beauty contest, Noppamas kids contest, singing contest, cultural performances, and OTOP products.

For More Information:
TAT Office, Central Region, Area 6 (Ayudhya)
Tel : +66 3524 6076-7
More Information About Loi Krathong Festival please visit to www.loikrathong.net

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The program of Loi Krathong with Candles and fireworks Festival

The great lantern festival tradition since Sukhothai age according to the evidence appeared on the first inscription of Phor Khun Ramkhamhaeng which mentions about the most wonderful candles and fireworks festival of Sukhothai since 700 years ago which has been developed as Loi Krathong festival in present. Exciting with light & sound show to reproduce Sukhothai atmosphere for enjoyment of both Thais and foreigners.

Date:
22 - 24 November 2007

Venue:
Sukhothai Historical Park, Tambon Mueang Kao, Mueang District, Sukhothai

Highlights:
You will be dazzled by the float procession of large krathong from 17 Northern provinces.  The procession will consist of  krathongs from government agencies, state enterprises, private sectors, and general public, including hanging lanterns, Krathong design contest, and Miss Noppamas Beauty Contest, light and sound presentation, firework displays, Sukhothai arts and culture performances, and the activity of “Dawn of happiness”

For the reservation (Light & Sound presentation)
Please contact Sukhothai Provincial Office
Tel. +66 5561 1619
For More Information:
TAT office, Northern Region, Area 3, (Phitsanulok)
Tel: +66  5525 2742 - 3,  +66 5525 9907
Website http://www.tat.or.th

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Date: 21 - 24 November 2007

Place: Banks of the Chao Phraya River (King Rama IX Bridge – Krung Thon Bridge), Bangkok
Water Tour Festival throughout November (1 – 30 November 2007) alongside Chaophraya River with many wonderful activities, namely :
- Venue: Banks of the Chao Phraya River (KrungThep Bridge – Krung Thon Bridge), Bangkok
- Activities:

• Enjoy viewing the illuminated float procession to commemorate the celebrations on the auspicious occasion of His Majesty the King’s 80th Birthday Anniversary and the contest of Loi Krathong traditional boats, with more than 1,500,000 Baht prize money. Admission free!
• Experience an amazing atmosphere of the Loi Krathong Festival of the Rattanakosin style during 18:30 – 21:30 hrs. at Thassana Phirom Lawn, in front of the Royal Navy Convention Center, Bangkok.  The illuminated float procession will be best viewed from this area. Also, you will be entertained by the country’s most unique cultural performances apart from experiencing the old market atmosphere and mouth watering array of international food.  Souvenirs will also be offered to the limited guests of 999 per day. Admission ticket is Baht 1,200 per person. (For further details and reservation, please contact  Tel: 0 2250-5500 ext. 2115 – 7).
• Boat Tour  with “Bright Chao Phraya to Celebrate HM the King” Program: every Saturday and Sunday through the whole month of November 2007.  The program will also offer opportunities for you to pay homage to various Buddha images, under the project “ 80 days of making merits ”.   Admission fee is Baht  480 per person. (For further details and reservation, please contact Tel: 0 2225-6179, 0 2221-2297)

Remark:
Enjoy Light Up and nightlife tour throughout the month

More Information About Loi Krathong Festival Please visit to www.loikrathong.net

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“Loi Krathong” is traditionally performed on the full moon night of the twelfth lunar month, which usually falls on some day in November. The floating of a ‘Krathong' – a banana–leaf cup – is intended to float away ill fortune as well as to express apologies to Khongkha or Ganga, the River Goddess. Some believe that the ritual is meant to worship the Buddha's footprint on the bank of the Narmada River, while others say that it is to pay respect to Phra Uppakhut, one of the Lord Buddha's great disciples.

The Loi Krathong Festival is celebrated nationwide in Thailand, especially where there are rivers, canals or sources of water, with different unique characteristics.

This year, the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has joint with Educational Institution and Thai Baot Association to present the Electric Float Procession from Taksin Bridge to Rama VIII Bridge and the 12 lighten up buildings and historical sites along Chao Praya River during Loi Krathong Festival.

As for the public, people usually make banana-leaf cups to float them onto the river although there exist some uniquely different aspects in certain communities. For example, the Yi Peng Festival in Chiang Mai, during which balloon-like ‘Khom Loi' lanterns including the ‘Khom Fai' – a fire lantern – and ‘Khom Khwan' – a smoke lantern – are flown into the sky as a symbol of worship to Phrathat Chulamani in heaven. Making a Khom Loi will need a lot of artistic skills as well as scientific techniques, just like the ones used in making a balloon. Tracing paper or Sa paper is used to make air bags of various shapes. It is believed that flying a Khom Loi is like flying grief and ill fortune away from ourselves or our home.

In Tak province, the Loi Krathong Sai Festival is celebrated, which reflects the unity of the local people. Groups of people gather at the river banks, each bringing along thousands of Krathong made fro m coconut shells with dried wicks made from coconut flesh anointed with oil or ash for their inflammable as well as durable quality. There, they sing and dance with merriment.
The span of the Ping River that passes by the provincial city of Tak is not deeper than one's waist, with underwater sand bars curving into different shapes, forcing the current to meander. When the lit Krathongs are floated onto the right current, one after another, they would meander along and make a beautiful and twinkling curving line, or Sai in Thai, amid the darkness of the night.
The famous Loi Krathong and Candle Festival in Sukhothai province features a procession of offerings, including Phanom Mak – the betel offering – and Phanom Dok Mai – the floral offering – carried by beautiful girls, as well as banana-leaf floats accompanied by the so-called Nang Nopphamat beauty queens.
The Phanom Mak and Phanom Dok Mai offerings are for the homage paying rite at King Ramkhamhaeng the Great's monument in the heart of the ancient city of Sukhothai. After that, people as well as visitors gather and float the Krathongs together on ponds, known as Traphang, inside the ancient city. The bright candle light from the floated Krathongs and the cool breeze of November together lends a pleasant atmosphere for all participants.
Besides the well-known Loi Krathong Festival, there is another tradition that is based on a similar belief but is celebrated on the full moon night of the eleventh lunar month. Known as the Illuminated Boat Procession , the celebration takes place in the Northeastern provinces of Thailand that is located on the Mekong River. Illuminated boats of approximately 10 – 12 metres long are made from banana stalks or bamboo by villagers. The boats contain sweets, the so-called Khao Tom Mat – stuffed fried sticky rice – and objects to be donated inside, while decorated with flowers, incense sticks, candles, lamps and tinder outside. At present, the boats are created into various shapes such as important places or mythical creatures, which lend a bright and breathtaking sight when the boats illuminated by thousands of lamps are floated onto the river.

More Information for Loi Krathong Festival please visit to www.loikrathong.net

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Wat Sangkat Rattana Khiri This temple is situated at the foot of Khao Sakae Krang. The very beautiful Buddha dates from Sukhothai period named "PhraMongkhonSaksit" is housed here. This Buddha image is cast of bronze in the attitude of Subduring Evil. It is one of the most sacred Buddha images and is highly revered by Uthai Thani inhabitants. Crowds of Buddhists assemble for "Tak Bat Thewo" (Merit Making Festival) at this temple every year on Ok Phansa Day.

Wat Mani Sathit Kapittharam This monastery is commonly called "Wat ThungKaeo" and there is a large Khmer style pagoda (prang) located inside. The Prang is 8 meters wide at the base with a height of 16 meters. It houses some of the Buddha's relics. A bronze image of Luang Pho Yaem , the founder of this monastery, is enshrined here, and there is a large pond of holy water surrounding a rocky slab inscribed with some holy letters. The lustral water from this pond was used in the coronation ceremonies of King Rama VI and Rama VII, and it is one of the most important monasteries of Uthai Thani.

Wat Chantharam or Wat Tha Sung This monastery is located about 10 kms. from the Provincial Hall (Sala Mang). It is a famous meditation wat with instruction in the style of meditation master luang Pho Pan . Luang Pho Rusi Ling Dam ), a famous meditation monk, used to reside here.
Tak Bat Devo Tak Bat Devo' means to fell the bowls of the gods, and in this festival, held a day after Ok Phansa (Buddhist Raips Retrest), about October each year, monks descend from a hilltop temple to receive offerings from local people, as the Buddha himself is believed to have done after preaching to believed to have done after preaching to believed to have don after preaching to his mother in heaven. Folk theatre and other entertainments are also provided

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The Tourism Authority of Thailand has been unanimously voted by readers of the TTG group of travel trade publications as the Best National Tourism Organisation (NTO) of 2007.

The publications, which include TTG Asia, TTG China, TTGmice, and TTG-Btmice China, have a total of 61,782 readers.

The group’s Singapore-based managing director Darren Ng said. “The annual TTG Travel Awards, presented by TTG Publishing, seeks to honour the most outstanding performers in the Asia-Pacific’s travel industry.

“This award is bestowed each year upon excellent organizations of the travel trade within the Asia Pacific region that have shown strong commitment towards service excellence,” he said.

The award was conferred at the 18th TTG Travel Awards 2007 Ceremony and Gala Dinner to be held in conjunction with the IT&CMA and CTW 2007 Asia-Pacific event on 25 October 2007 at Sofitel Centara Grand, Bangkok.

TAT Governor Mrs Phornsiri Manoharn said the award was a recognition of the creativity and professionalism of all the TAT staff.

“The tourism industry is becoming extremely competitive every year,” she said. “To maintain Thailand’s marketing profile has become a hugely challenging exercise, and we are glad to see that our efforts are being recognised by the esteemed readers of the TTG Group.”

This year, TAT has made some major adjustments in its marketing strategies, with one of the key changes being a return to the well-known Amazing Thailand tourism campaign slogan that proved so successful in 1998-99.

The range of Thai tourism products and services have been analysed in the wake of new trends in consumer behaviour and re-classified into seven clear categories to be marketed in a clearly focussed and segmented manner, highlighting key “assets” such as traditional Thai hospitality, cuisine, heritage, health and wellness, etc.

Cooperative marketing activities have also been stepped up, especially with industry partners such as the airlines and the private sector.

In January – June 2007, international visitor arrivals totalled 6.95 million, up 3.30% over the same period of 2006, with strong growth in arrivals from Europe, the Middle East and South Asia. This year, TAT is projecting 14.8 million international visitor arrivals, up from the 13.82 million arrivals in 2006.

TTG Asia
Web site: www.ttgasia.com

Contact information:
International Public Relation Division
Tel: 66 2 250 5500 ext. 4545-8
Fax: 66 2 253 7419
E-mail: prdiv3@tat.or.th
Web site: www.tatnews.org

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Siam Niramit is a world-class performance of Thailand's arts and cultural heritage. Set in the heart of Bangkok affording convenient access by MRT subway and major thoroughfares, this must-see spectacular is performed on the gigantic stage now listed in the Guinness Book of World Records, featuring over 150 performers with as many as 500 costumes. On top of this, enhanced special effects with the world's most advanced technology are used to produce a stimulating, very realistic and inspiring experience. This is a Journey to the Enchanted Kingdom of Thailand that no one can miss.
   Dinner at Thai restaurant with individual set menu of Thai cuisine. Enjoy a fantastic show in the theatre completing with state-of-art technology and multimedia system.

Address
Siam Niramit Bangkok
19 Tiamruammit Rd., Huaykwang, Bangkok 10320, Thailand
Website http://www.siamniramit.com/

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Phimai Historical Park lies far off the beaten tourist track so that makes for an ideal day of absorbing the fascinating architecture of the Khmer. Built as an important regional center of the Khmer, Phimai faces south toward Angkor.
The white sandstone sanctuary was built during the 16th Buddhist century and additions were made at the the beginning of the following century during the reign of King Jayavoraman VII.
The largest stone sanctuary in Thailand measures 565 by 1,030 meters and is protected by a moat and flanked by the Moun and Chackarat rivers.
The central courtyard has 3 towers, or Prangs. The main tower is decorated with lintels and bas reliefs showing scenes or episodes from Ramayana; the epic battle between Rama and Ravana, a demon with many heads and arms who had stolen Rama's wife.
The secondary towers are made of laterite and red sandstone. One has the sculpture of a seated King Jayavarman VII.
For a remarkable viewing of a computer reconstruction of the temple site at Phimai, see Richard M. Levy's award winning site.
Location
About 60 km from Korat city.
From the Highway No. 2, turn right to Road No.206.
Passing a bridge, the Museum is on the left.
And the Sanctuary on the right.

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Ideally located in the heart of Bangkok's bustling commercial city, the serviced residence is within walking distance to Lumpini Park - the largest public park in central Bangkok. Not compromising on the convenience of city living, residents also enjoy easy access to a myriad of shopping centres like Central Chidlom Department Store, Gaysorn Plaza, and the Centre World Plaza. Great entertainment and eateries are just but a stone's throw away at Silom, Ratchadumri and Surawong.
All 129 luxurious apartments, spanning 36 floors, provide a panoramic view of the city skyline and the surrounding lush greenery. With the range of apartments, from a compact studio, one-, two-, three- to splendid four-bedroom penthouses, we ensure that the living needs of our residents at Fraser Place Urbana Langsuan are well-catered for.
With an exclusive 45-metre driveway leading from the main road to the serviced residence providing residents their privacy, Fraser Place Urbana Langsuan is also renowned for its impeccable premium services designed to pamper.

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Baiyoke Suite Hotel Bangkok was designed to provide the utmost comfort and convenience for value conscious travellers. Our suites offer better use of available space, so we can ensure a higher level of comfort.
All rooms come fully equipped with modern amenities and the upper floors provide splendid views of the city. The property is located in Pratunam, close to department stores and wholesale shops selling a wide variety of merchandise.
Situated nearby is the Pan Thip Plaza popular for buying computer equipment and software and the World Trade center - a large air conditioned shopping mall. Furthermore, our hotel also provide "HALAL CUISINE" and "ZORAT ROOM" for worldwide Muslim guests.

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  Chesa is a wonderful place to relax all afternoon. Enjoy a leisurely lunch, a pleasent snack at the bar, or of course a long and enjoyable evening of mouth watering food and good company.
Excellent, interesting, filling food created with a practical, no-nonsense sense of taste. Caesar salad is fresh and bold, made the Swiss way and includes Sprinz cheese. Salmon tartare arrives minced and cold, with rocket salad, and atop toasted bread. Basel-style salmon steak is accompanied by a fried onion sauce and is very good with its baby potatoes. Fried trout, sea bass, perch and lobster also appear in the menu’s seafood net. Consider something more wild, though, and hunt for excellent venison sirloin which brings brussels sprouts, red abbage, boletus mushrooms and cranberry sauce to create a forest-fresh, wintry meal. Grilled ostrich exudes a black pepper zinginess. Pasta and several cheese-laced dishes, including fondues, also tempt. Hot Swiss chocolate fondue is extremely decadent and very enjoyable when dipping in pineapple, strawberry, banana, cantaloupe and other fruit.

ADDress
5 Sukhumvit Road Soi 20
Klongtoey, Khet Klongtoey
Bangkok 10110
Thailand
Tel: 0-2261-6650
Website http://www.chesa-swiss.com/

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Grand Inn Located in the heart of Bangkok city - Thailand, near expressway to and from airport, BTS sky-train and major shopping arcade of tourists and visitors paradise. We are in the vicinity of many major shopping arcades and entertainment complex in a walking distance.

Though a mini hotel it has all the amenities for your comfortable stay. Decorative room in a luxurious manner with class & style to suit your taste. Rooms designed with variety of size, color, and furnishing with refine choices for your pleasant stay in Bangkok which is "the city of a rich culture and a fast modern living". Our Coffee shop open all day offering Thai and International fine cuisine.

Address 
Grandinn Co,LTD
Address 2/7-8 Sukhumvit Soi 3 (Nana Nua), Bangkok, Thailand
TEL: +66 (02) 254-9021-5, 253-3380 FAX: +66 (02) 254-9020
Website www.grandinnthailand.com

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The hotel's prime location in the heart of Bangkok's original temple precinct, covering a 50-metre wide river frontage, also means box-office views of the city and river from every window. For convenience, a check-in facility has been introduced at the Hilton's private reception in the easily-accessible River City complex, aptly named Hilton Crossings. From here guests can take a short riverboat trip to the hotel; a trip that sets a charming mood for a stay next to this historical river that even today remains the life-blood of the city. A hospitality boat also offers transportation to and from Saphan Taksin Pier, a short walk from the same-named BTS station, from where the city's shopping and business districts - as well as many famous sights and attractions - are a breeze to reach.
Location
Millennium Hilton Bangkok offers a fresh perspective on life. Spectacularly located on the Chao Phraya River, with sweeping views of Bangkok, this stunning new contemporary hotel is conveniently accessible by road, skytrain or river. This 32-storey landmark features a broad river frontage, private wharf, cutting-edge spa concept, and chic interiors by BARstudio and tonychi
lighting. Attractions like the Grand Palace, the Reclining Buddha and the Temple of Dawn are just a short boat ride away.

At last, a hotel in Bangkok where you can truly let your hair down and have fun, with rooms that blend welcoming warmth, sheer contemporary cool and river views from every window. From your check-in at Hilton Crossings, be whisked across the water to the place where you'll discover a new sense of time and space. It's your fresh perspective on river life.

MOre reviews Please visit to www.bangkok.com

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Novotel Suvarnabhumi Airport Hotel is only a five minute walk from Bangkoks new international airport (late September 2006), via a 300 metre underground walkway. The hotel features 612 rooms, 4 restaurants, 2 bars, a swimming pool, fitness centre and health spa. Banquet and convention facilities include 6 meeting rooms and a 850 square metre ballroom for up to 800 people.
Novotel Suvarnabhumi Airport is situated only 300 metres from Bangkoks new International Airport. The hotel features 612 rooms, 4 restaurants, 2 bars, a swimming pool, fitness centre and health spa. A free airport shuttle bus operates 24 hours from exit4 on level 2 of the arrivals hall and quotes for special half day or day use rates can be obtained by contacting the hotel directly. Banqueting and conference facilities include 6 meeting rooms and an 850sqm ballroom catering for up to 800 people.

About Suvarnabhumi Airport:
Situated about 30 km or 40 minutes by car from central Bangkok, the modern Suvarnabhumi International Airport which opened in September 2006 is located in Bangphli, a district of Samut Prakarn province. Nearby attractions are Ancient City, the world’s biggest open-air museum, and Samut Prakarn Crocodile Farm and Zoo. Neighbouring the area is Bangna, a thriving commercial and industrial area and home to the Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre (BITEC), as well as the massive Season Square shopping mall. The infamous Pattaya beach resort is also less than 40 minutes away. This area is tipped to undergo some major development over years to come. A brand new road infrastructure connects it to various parts of Bangkok, and in October 2007 a high-speed rail link from the airport will connect with the Skytrain (BTS) and underground (MRT) at Phayathai and Petchaburi stations respectively, offering a fast 15-minute journey to and from the city. The estimated travelling time between the two airports is about 40 – 45 minutes. (Note: Please consult your travel agent to ensure you are using the right airport.)

More Information Please visit to www.novotel.com

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Chiang Mai Resorts
99 moo 7 T.Rimtai, Maerim Chiang Mai 50180
TEL. (66) 5386-1511-3, 01-8837719 FAX. (66) 5386-0322

 
Jirung Spa of Eternity is a luxury health resort in northern Thailand ideally located in a tranquil valley at Mae Rim, Chiangmai. This superb property provides the finest relaxation, healing therapeutic massage, natural health treatments and tasty, healthy, all natural tasty spa cuisine.
Jirung is the ideal luxury resort for health holiday a concept involving relaxation, leisure and health enriching massage in a clean, natural environment where body and mind is rejuvenated through traditional Thai herbal healing and exclusive four elements massage treatments.
In the Thai language Jirung means eternity. At the Jirung Spa of Eternity we are dedicated to the pursuit of natural health and longevity. Our wellness concept combines massage therapies with the natural healing power of Thai herbs and plants to restore the balance of mind, body and soul.

Thailand has a rich history of healing traditions. At the Jirung Spa of Eternity we use only the purest ingredients specially selected for each treatment in accordance with the ancient knowledge that forms the basis of the kingdom's healing culture. Thai healing herbs and traditional massage have long been proven to reinstate physical balance as well as enhancing vital energies for total wellbeing. Some of the natural products used at Jirung including local honey, indigenous Kwao Kreu for rejuvenation therapies and Prai for balance and harmony.

The Jirung Spa of Eternity is dedicated to the pursuit of natural health and longevity. The Jirung relaxation and healing concept is based on energy balance and harmonizing the four elements Fire, Wind, Water and Earth. Thailand's traditional healing and herbal knowledge as practiced at Jirung dates back 2,500 years to the time of the Buddha. A balance of the primary elements not only enhances wellness but is a powerful proactive prevention method to aid the elimination of illness and disease.

Scientific tests in Germany and Britain have proven the benefits of healing with the four elements and modern research has shown that people do benefit from body massage techniques using essential oils based on the four elements.

Guests receive a complimentary an analysis of their body type in accordance to the influences and the balancing factors of the four elements. The four elements manifest themselves in the human body through the meridian (sen) life lines and form an association with four sets of organs the heart is ruled by fire, the lungs by air (wind), the kidneys by water and the liver by earth.

Reservations ... Jirung Health Resort & Spa

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There is much to see and do in Chiang Mai, and one of the simplest and cheapest tourist activities is to wander the windy, narrow lanes of the old town and seek out the pretty moat with its ancient bastions. The city dates back 700 years and many historic structures have been well preserved. Perhaps the most distinctive is the 42m high ruined Chedi Luang which stands in the town centre.

The Tribal Museum, which offers a glimpse into the culture of the major hill tribes of Thailand. Here, you’ll find a massive collection of handicrafts, costumes, jewellery, ornaments, utensils, tools, musical instruments and ceremonial paraphernalia.

Wiang Kum Kam was the earliest historical settlement in the Chiang Mai area and the excavated ruins are worth seeing. Established around the 11th century, the city was flooded and abandoned in the early 18th century. A four-sided chedi and the layered brick pediments of Wat Kan Thom remain. An important four-piece inscribed stone slab from Wiang Kum Kam is on display at the Chiang Mai National Museum.

Bo Sang village is almost entirely devoted to the manufacture and sale of beautiful umbrellas and visitors can see how the umbrellas are made and decorated. A particularly good time to visit is during the colourful annual Umbrella Festival in mid-January.

Doi Inthanon National Park is home to Thailand’s tallest mountain (2,563m), which is just 47kms south of the city centre. The park covers 932 square kilometres, encompassing magnificent waterfalls and wild orchids. It is an ideal spot for some walking and picnicking, and camping is also permitted.

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November 1 - December 5, 2007
On Doi Mae U-kor, Mae Hong Son
The hills and valleys of Mae Hong Son, one of Thailand's most naturally scenic areas, turn to gold when the Dok Bua Tong wild sunflower (Tithonia Diversifolia) comes into full bloom during this period.

When the flowers fade, the seeds are collected and made into insecticides.

Doi Mae U-kor mountain peak in Khun Yuam district of Mae Hong Son is considered to be the an excellent location to enjoy the splendour of the sunflowers in full bloom.

Contact information:
TAT Northern Office - Region 1
Tel : +66 (0) 5324 8604, (0) 5324 8607, (0) 5324 1466
Fax : +66 (0) 5324 8605
E-mail : tatchmai@tat.or.th

IMPORTANT
Event dates and programme details may be subject to change.
Many of the festivals and events listed on Thailand's official calendar of annual events are traditional Buddhist or folk festivals, the date of which is either determined by the Buddhist lunar calendar and waxing and waning moon. These are not staged events. The festivals reflect the rhythm of life in rural Thai villages and local traditions as observed in times past. To ensure you have the most updated information, please reconfirm details prior to travel.

Contact:
Tourism Authority of Thailand
Email: info@tat.or.th
Website: www.tat.or.th
Tel: +66 (0) 2250 5500 (120 automatic lines)
Fax: +66 (0) 2250 5511 (two automatic lines)

FOR EVENT INFORMATION,
please call 1672.

Address:
1600 Petchaburi Road, Makkasan, Rajatevee
Bangkok 10400
Thailand

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A Book • A Photo Exhibition • Documentary Films
November 8 - 25, 2007
ZEN Event Gallery, 8th Floor of ZEN@CentralWorld

On 8 November 2007, Editions Didier Millet will launch ‘Thailand: 9 Days in the Kingdom’, a multimedia event marking the 80th birthday of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej on 5 December.

The event showcases the work of 55 of the world’s leading photographers, including 11 from Thailand, who took part in a dramatic photo shoot throughout Thailand over a nine-day period in January 2007. Captured in unforgettable images are myriad different facets of Thailand: its peoples, traditions, landscapes and cityscapes, commerce and industry.

The event will have three parts:

• the launch of a large-format pictorial book;
• a major, multimedia exhibition of photographs taken during the shoot, to be held at ZEN Event Gallery, 8th Floor of ZEN@CentralWorld;
• and the release of two documentary films on the project produced by MCOT (Thailand) and NGM Production (Paris)

The centrepiece is the book Thailand: 9 Days in the Kingdom. This spectacular 304-page, large-format (352 mm x 280 mm, portrait), coffee-table book is a portrait of Thailand today. It leads readers on a photographic journey through the country, showing many aspects of the nation’s life — cultural, social, economic, religious and natural. It includes a series of short, vivid photo-essays by six of these star photographers on various themes:

• reverence for the King (Anuchai Secharunputong, Thailand)
• the ongoing events in the south (Abbas, France; Charoon Thongnual, Thailand)
• Thai boxing (Greg Gorman, USA)
• the harvesting of birds’ nests (Éric Valli, France)
• the care and treatment of AIDS patients by a Catholic priest
  (James Nachtwey, USA)
• and the country’s colourful cabaret scene (Greg Gorman, USA)

A seventh ‘photo-essay’ is represented by stunning aerial views of Thailand taken by renowned photographer Yann Arthus-Bertrand. His photographs feature throughout the book.

At the beginning of the book, the scene is set in an introduction by the distinguished writer on Thai culture and history and long-term Bangkok resident, William Warren. His many books include The Legendary American, The House on the Klong and Thai Style. Captions and additional text are by Nicholas Grossman, a Bangkok-based journalist who has worked with Let’s Go Publications, Bangkok Post and Thai Day.

Thailand: 9 Days in the Kingdom is a colourful and creative record of Thailand as it is today. It will be sold widely both in Thailand and internationally (USA, Europe and Australia). Editions of the book will be published in English and French.

The book will be launched at ZEN Event Gallery (Level 8) at ZEN @ CentralWorld on 8 November 2007 by Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Siridhorn, with a massive multimedia photography exhibition featuring over 400 images from the 9 Days shoot, both published and unpublished. The First Annual Bangkok Art & Photography Event 2007 by ZEN, sponsored by ZEN Department Store and organised by leading event presenter Ovation, will be one of the largest and state-of-the-art photography exhibitions Thailand has ever seen.

Visitors will be led through nine thematic halls which use different methods to display the images — projection, light boxes, single and double stands, television screens and normal stands, among others. Each room will provide visitors with a different experience based on nine different themes, including ‘A Tribute to the King’, ‘This is Thailand’ and ‘City of Angels’. The work of Greg Gorman, Chien-Chi Chang and James Nachtwey will be presented in special showcases. Canon Marketing (Thailand) Co. Ltd will handle all the printing needs of the exhibition.

Held over 2,500 square metres, the exhibition will run from 8 to 25 November 2007.

Thailand: 9 Days in the Kingdom will be on sale from November 2007 at the exhibition and major bookstores — AsiaBooks, B2S, Kinokuniya — at a cost of Baht 1,750.

Web site:

www.9days-inthekingdom.com

Source: Thailand: 9 Days in the Kingdom release dated 5 November 2007

IMPORTANT
Event dates and programme details may be subject to change.
Many of the festivals and events listed on Thailand's official calendar of annual events are traditional Buddhist or folk festivals, the date of which is either determined by the Buddhist lunar calendar and waxing and waning moon. These are not staged events. The festivals reflect the rhythm of life in rural Thai villages and local traditions as observed in times past. To ensure you have the most updated information, please reconfirm details prior to travel.

Contact:
Tourism Authority of Thailand
Email: info@tat.or.th
Website: www.tat.or.th
Tel: +66 (0) 2250 5500 (120 automatic lines)
Fax: +66 (0) 2250 5511 (two automatic lines)
FOR EVENT INFORMATION,
please call 1672.
Address:
1600 Petchaburi Road, Makkasan, Rajatevee
Bangkok 10400
Thailand

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November 17– 18, 2007
08.30 – 11.00 hrs
Srinarong Stadium, Surin

Organized by the Tourism Authority of Thailand since 1960, the Surin Elephant
Round Up is a popular festival with international visitors. More than 300
elephants take part in the program, which includes a parade and welcoming
ceremony, a re-enactment of the "Capture of Wild Elephants," and an elephant
banquet, as well as regional cultural presentations and folk performances
highlighting the traditions of Surin.

The Ban Ta Klang Elephant Village in Surin Province is the home of the Kui, who,
for centuries, have tended to and trained elephants for use throughout
Thailand. The majority of elephant owners and mahouts in Thailand today are
descendants of this "Kui" tribe (or "Suay" in Thai). In Thailand, elephants are
treated as part of the 'family' and the everyday life of the Thai elephant and
its keeper is the central theme of this world-famous festival.

More Information:
http://www.tatnews.org/events/events/2007/nov/3205.asp

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President of the Bodybuilding and Fitness Association of Southeast Asia and Chairman of Thailand Bodybuilding Association, Mr. Pakapong Kriangsak together with Mr. Sukree Supawareekul and Mr. Sitti Jareonrit, two-time world bodybuilding champion, traveled to the Lao People’s Democratic Republic to meet with Vice President of Laos National Sports Committee, Mr. Sompu Pongsa, and officials.

      At the meeting, Thai officials officially invited three top Laotian bodybuilding athletes to join the 24th SEA Games, which will be held in Thailand towards the end of this year. 
      According to reports, the three Laotian athletes have agreed to participate in the games and will travel to Thailand on September 6th to begin months of intensive training in Bangkok.  The expenses during their training will be supported by Mr. Pakapong’s personal funds. 
      Speaking to reporters, Mr. Pakapong disclosed that he is delighted to be a part of the regional effort in developing bodybuilding sport.  He also expressed his deepest appreciation towards the joint cooperation from neighboring Lao People’s Democratic Republic.
      Meanwhile, he said Thailand has also agreed to send Thailand’s two-time bodybuilding champion, Sitti Jareonrit, to train and advice Laotian athletes, as well as, to help promote the sport in the region.  The two sides also discussed the possibility to list bodybuilding as another sporting discipline at the 25th SEA Games, which will be hosted by Laos.  

More Information About Sea Games 2007 in Korat Thailand Please visit to www.seagames2007.th

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Let’s escape from the torrid weather on Bangkok’s streets to 35th floor of Central City Tower. Spa Blue Lagoon is another place where you can easily find the suitable spa menu to serve your liking.

Once stepping inside, you will feel up high from all fusses with soft lighting and light background music. Moreover, the spa features differently-decorated massage rooms and a variety of healthy spa menus. Various courses, supervised at all time by expertised therapists, will make you feel the real aesthetics of massage. Besides, you can enjoy the newest Jacuzzi which can count the amount of calories burned off du