Thailand Sales Planner - From Travel Agent September 10, 2007 - (Page 10)

In the mood for something a little different? Here’s a Thai menu of things to see and do, with some surprise “dishes” mixed in with perennial favorites. SAMPLING THAILAND'S Top 20 Delights number one tourist attraction. V Visitors will see gilt-covered o pagodas, Buddhist images, and murals depicting the Ramayana, a magical Thai epic. < Khaosan Road K This multi-cultural crossroads is a transient home for hip young travelers passing through Southeast Asia. Khaosan Road is a vibrant and colorful melting pot filled with street vendors and nightlife. Near to Khaosan Road is Phra A-thit Road, another bohemian strip. < Chatuchak Weekend Market This 35-acre market’s 15,000 stalls are resplendent with items for both bargain hunters and diehard antique aficionados. Grab a map to help navigate the maze of shops. < Khon & Hun Lakhon Lek Khon (Thai Classical Masked Dance) at Sala Chalermkrunt Royal Theatre, is a tradition dating to the 15th century, with shows full of Thai music, bejeweled costumes, and dancing mermaids. For more whimsical tastes, there’s the Thai puppet show (Hun Lakhon Lek) at the Suan Lum Night Bazaar, with English subtitles. < Pak Khlong Talad & P Yaowarat The leading flower market in Bangkok is Pak Khlong Talad, displaying a host of blooms of every color and description, including marigolds, exotic orchids, birds of paradise, and roses from Chiang Mai. Visitors can also view Bai Si, floral ceremonial decorations made of banana leaves and topped with flowers. Yaowarat, near Pak Khlong Talad, offers gold shops, street markets, and Chinese-style temples. < Floating Market & Khlong Tour Bangkok’s network of canals earned it the nickname “Venice of the Far East.” Take a long-tail boat tour to explore the waterways on the Thon In the list that follows, you’ll find plenty of outdoor action – including suggestions for seeing the country from the back of an elephant. Festivals may tempt you to linger and participate. And for dessert, why not sample a traditional Thai massage or a meditation class from a Buddhist Monk. With 20 items on this tourist menu, there’s bound to be something for everyone. < The Grand Palace The most revered and sacred statue in Thailand lies in the lavishly decorated Wat Phra Kaeo (Temple of The Emerald Buddha). The Wat Phra Kaeo is adjacent to the equally stunning Grand Palace, Thailand's 10 | Tv Thailand Travel Planner

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Contents Make the Most of Amazing Thailand, Land of Heritage and History Planning a Trip to Thailand: Essential Information Transportation: Convenient Options, from Tuk Tuks to Skytrains Thailand's Vibrant Culture: Experience the Art of Thai Living Sampling Thailand’s Top 20 Delights Hotel Choices: From Luxury to Budget-Friendly Map of Thailand Overview of Thailand’s Regions Central Thailand: The Delights of Bangkok and Beyond Northeastern Thailand: A Distinct Culture All Its Own Northern Thailand: Experience the Iconic Heritage Southern Thailand: Balmy and Beautiful Days International Festivities in Thailand: Let Yourself Be Enchanted Water Sports: The Fun, Sun, Surf and Serenity of Thai Beaches Ecotourism: Encounter the Sheer Beauty of Thai Nature The Beauty of Wellness and Wellbeing in Thailand Shopping: Excite Yourself with a Myriad of Thai Trends

Thailand Sales Planner - From Travel Agent September 10, 2007

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