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There Looks Like Rain in Them Clouds.

I was heading home on my motorbike this afternoon looking directly toward an evil looking sky. I was thinking I was going to get absolutely drenched and it had just started to spit a little rain.

Getting to Samui the Cheaper Way

Bangkok Airways monopolized the only airport in Samui, and with that, they shout the price they want and we have no choice, or do we? Well a short flight in Bangkok Airways to Samui from Suvanaphum cost THB 3,000 one way at least (and that’s during the promotion period). Double that and double the passenger, it cost THB 12,000 at least for a round trip

Bicycling in Thailand

For a few years now I have been thinking about buying a bicycle. I used to ride them a lot when I was a kid but I have hardly done any riding since I have been in Thailand. In many ways, the area where I live in Samut Prakan is ideal for cycling as it is flat, much like the rest of Central Thailand. However, I guess what was putting me off the most was the danger involved in cycling.

What to Expect if you have to go to a Thai Court

When I was younger, I once sat on the jury of a murder trial. It lasted for about seven days.

Koh Larn on a Weekend

Heading for a short beach trip on a weekend gateway, not so far, just an hour or more away. Where? Pattaya for the farangs, or Bang Sean for the local folks? Neither.

Candle Procession Festival in Ubon Ratchathani

One of the biggest and most beautiful festivals in Thailand is the Candle Procession which marks the start of the Buddhist Lent. In Thai this is called Khao Phansa which is the day after the full moon in July. Traditionally during this period, Thai Buddhists take part in parades to their local temples where they offer basic essentials and candles to the monks. This year, I attended the Candle Procession in Ubon Ratchathani, which is in the Northeast of Thailand.

Report Stolen Content and Protect you Websites.

The other day I wrote about people that steal content and then post it on their websites as if it was their own. So I checked some other websites and was surprised at how many of them are the victims of content theft.

Yingluck’s Whirlwind Tour of Paknam Market

The number one party list candidate for the Pheu Thai Party is Yingluck Shinawatra. She is busy campaigning now for the upcoming Thai elections in early July. Some people are speculating that she might very well be Thailand’s first female prime minister this year. To be honest, I am not sure if this will solve any of our problems as she is, of course, the sister of Thaksin, our former PM.

Candlelight at Wat Phra Dhammakaya

There are over 40,000 temples spread across Thailand. Many have a similar style though some are very unique. For many foreign tourists the colourful Thai temples are often a highlight of their holiday in Thailand. The Phra Dhammakaya Temple in Pathum Thani Province might not be your typical Thai temple

Picture Story of Local Elections in Samut Prakan

On Sunday 22nd May 2011, the local elections for the Chairman of the Provincial Administration Organization (PAO) took place in Samut Prakan. Counting of the ballots started in the early evening and continued into the early hours of the morning at each of the District centers. This is the first time I have covered a local election and I thought I would share with you some of the process that happened during that long night.

KFC Sack Three Managers Thailand for Wanting Better Conditions and Pay.

I was just reading a typical Thai newspaper article. It involves a company shafting its employees and just sacking them and thinking they can get away with it as it is Thailand. Yum Restaurant International Thailand (YRIT) operates all of Thailand’s KFC outlets

Free Entry, Sapna singing ‘chak le mujhe’..taste me

Free Entry, Sapna singing 'chak le mujhe'..taste me

Go To: bit.ly Watch/Download More. C Grade dirty Indian Bollywood actresses super sexy Sapna hot exclusive bikini video song on the beaches of Thailand. Garma garam beach chudai song Sapna begging to be made love, this time with some new comer, who's also not able to satisfy her..

Teaching Positions Ubon Ratchathani, Thailand.

If any native English speakers are out there looking for a teaching position is sleepy Isaan, Ubon Ratchathani then there are a few positions available for you at this time. My old school Assumption College is looking for two teachers, one to teach primary 1 and 4 English and another teacher for secondary 1 to 4 English.

Rawai Beach Phuket

www.phuketdining.com http patongdining.com http Rawai Beach Phuket Rawai Beach Phuket is located on the eastern side of Phuket Island, the eastern shore beaches are not the best to swim in, I often, about once a week head down to Chalong pier and swim the length of the beach, the water is very clean and I would recommend it to any beach goers. One of the most beautiful sites on Phuket is the Thai fishing boats, when you arrive to Rawai, you will be amazed at all the beautiful fishing boats anchored in the water, during sunrise the view could not be more pristine, be sure to bring your camera, you will get some excellent Rawai bay shots with the surrounding islands in the background, I believe if you kept at it enough you could probably get some good post card material camera shots here, it really is that beautiful. You will find a great variety of seaside restaurants along Rawai, one of the best is located on the North end of the beach; Nikitas which has been around a long time and the setting is the best in Rawai.

Cherice Pempengco, A Kid on The Way Up, Thailand.

I asked this question the other day after I blogged about a 15yo Thai girl in Thailand’s Got Talent. I mentioned I had seen one girl who could cover songs by Whitney Houston, Celine Dion and Mariah Carey just to name a few as good as the original artist, or better. I stumbled upon this girl around late 2007, she floored me and I sat absolutely gobsmacked watching this 15yo girl at the time. When I mention her name to anyone I know, they have no idea who she is