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Thaivisa has teamed up with the Tourism Authority of Thailand and 5 great sponsors to encourage expat travel across all of Thailand. We must thank the Dusit Hotels & Resorts, Blue Haven Bay, The Riviera Group, Global Insurance - for all your Expat Insurance needs and Dan about Thailand for their huge support with this project.
Movenpick Resort Bangtao Beach Phuket - special offer for expats in Thailand - expires 30 Nov
Movenpick Resort Bangtao Beach Phuket is a 5-stars resort on Bangtao Beach, next to Laguna, Boat Avenue and Central.Book directly with us and get a complimentary roundtrip airport transfer between resort and Phuket International.
This offer is exclusive for Thai Expatriates only.
Room rate* for stay until November 30, 2020Residence 1 Bedroom - 4,550 THB
Seaview Pool Suite 1 Bedroom - 5,950 THB
Including Breakfast for 2 personsResidence 2 Bedrooms - 6,765THB
Seaview Pool Suite 2 Bedrooms - 9,100THB
Including Breakfast for 4 personsResidence 3 Bedrooms - 8,515 THB
Seaview Jacuzzi Penthouse 3 Bedrooms - 14,115 THB
Royal Seaview Jacuzzi Penthouse 3 Bedrooms - 17,800 THB
Including Breakfast for 6 persons*Price per night and full price
Please mention “Thai Expat” to get the special offer.
• Valid working permit is required to get above offer upon making reservation.
• Rates are inclusive of service charge, vat and local tax (18.7%).
• Rates are inclusive of breakfast at The Palm Cuisine.
• Advance reservation at least 3 days prior to check in date is required.
• Resort’s cancellation policy applied.
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Thaivisa has teamed up with the Tourism Authority of Thailand and 5 great sponsors to encourage expat travel across all of Thailand. We must thank the Dusit Hotels & Resorts, Blue Haven Bay, The Riviera Group, Global Insurance - for all your Expat Insurance needs and Dan about Thailand for their huge support with this project.
Bangkok: Discover the Local Farmers’ Life at Klong Maha Sawat with Guide Neng
Are you feeling the need to sate your travel itch with an “off-the-beaten-track” experience on the outskirts of Bangkok?
Do you want to enjoy yourself with fun activities while at the same time supporting supporting a local community?
Guide Neng will take you to his favorite place to escape the frantic Bangkok city life, so get ready for a sustainable human experience in the green countryside!
After a short 1-hour drive from the city, immerse in the farmers’ life in a peaceful village along Khlong Maha Sawat. After a boat ride on a charming khlong lined by farms, you will experience a unique ride by e-tan (a local farmers’ truck) to an orchard full of exotic fruits.
Later, Neng will bring you to Don Wai market, one of the oldest in Thailand, located on the banks of a river. Unlike many other markets, Don Wai still retains its authentic charms until today. All together a responsible and sustainable approach to discover authentic rural life, while supporting the community – and escaping the city into wide open spaces!
Date: Saturday 3 October 2020
Time: 08:30-15:30 (approximately)
Meeting point: 08:30 BTS station National Stadium, Exit 2
- Transportation by private minivan
- Small group of 8 people only
- -speaking local guide
- Tasty local lunch
- Tasting
- Activities
Program:
- Enjoy a boat ride on Khlong Maha Sawat
- Learn about the importance of flowers in Thai culture
- Experience a fun ride on a farmers’ truck
- Encounters with locals
- Discover how crops are grown & farmed in orchards
- Try a local treat
- Explore Don Wai market
- Enjoy a tasty lunch at a local restaurant
Early Bird Rate for any booking before 25 September 2020: 1,900 THB per personRegular price : 2,100 THB per person
Places are limited to 8 people only!
Book now: https://forms.gle/UnN4VowSZbeaHRmJA
For private tours, please contact us for more details.
Contact: [email protected]
Phone / WhatsApp: 095 390 5603
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Outrigger Laguna Phuket Beach Resort Pool Pass promo
Escape for the day to the Outrigger Laguna Phuket Beach Resort. The Kids will love our 55-metre water slide and you can relax on the lounge chairs with a drink in your hand.
Special offer THB 300 net per person to spend on your food and beverage.
• Access to the resort’s swimming pool
• Access to Fitness Center
• Access to free Wi-Fi
• Food and beverage credit value THB 300 net to be used at Edgewater and Metzo’sFor reservation, please call 076 360 600 extension 2414.
Pool opening hours: 10 am to 8 pmUse THAIRES booking code and enjoy special room rates, starting from THB 2,150 net per Lagoon View Room per night for 2 persons when you book direct at outrigger.com
Prices are inclusive of service charge and applicable taxes. Day Passes are based on swimming pool capacity, certain restrictions apply.Resort food and beverage credit is non accumulative and must be spent on the day.
This offer is valid from 1st July until 15th December 2020
Offer expires at 11:59pm on Tuesday December 15th, 2020
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Thaivisa has teamed up with the Tourism Authority of Thailand and 5 great sponsors to encourage expat travel across all of Thailand. We must thank the Dusit Hotels & Resorts, Blue Haven Bay, The Riviera Group, Global Insurance - for all your Expat Insurance needs and Dan about Thailand for their huge support with this project.
Outrigger Laguna Phuket: Special Re-Opening Offer for Thai Residents
At Outrigger Laguna Phuket Beach Resort, we welcome everyone as members of our family. We understand the holidays spent with loved ones can create memories to be cherished forever. Our beachfront location allows you to enjoy superb cuisine at Edgewater. Children will love our 55-metre water slide while you lounge the day away with a cocktail in your hand.
Exclusive offer for Residents of Thailand, starting from THB 1,800+++ per night for Lagoon View Room. Book now and enjoy
• 50% discount on breakfast
• 25% discount on food, beverage and room service
• Complimentary Wi-Fi
• Travel from 1st July until 22nd December 2020Call our reservation team at +66 (0)76 360 600,
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Thaivisa has teamed up with the Tourism Authority of Thailand and 5 great sponsors to encourage expat travel across all of Thailand. We must thank the Dusit Hotels & Resorts, Blue Haven Bay, The Riviera Group, Global Insurance - for all your Expat Insurance needs and Dan about Thailand for their huge support with this project.
Outrigger Koh Samui: Special Re-Opening Offer for Thai Residents
Escape, indulge and relax in one of our 52 suites and villas, each with private sundeck and pool. Dine in-style in our Edgewater restaurant or sip a cocktail in our swim-up pool bar. Pamper yourself and your loved one at Outrigger’s signature Navasana Spa or learn the secrets to Thai cooking at Blue Fire.
Exclusive o!er for Residents of Thailand, starting from THB 1,999+++ per night for Plunge Pool Suite. Book now and enjoy
• 50% discount on breakfast
• 25% discount on food, beverage and room service
• Complimentary Wi-Fi
• Complimentary shuttle van service from the resort to Chaweng town
• Travel from 15th July until 22nd December 2020Call our reservation team at +66 (0)77 914 700,
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Remembering Wally Sanger of Ko Kradan, Hawaii and the open seas
By David Luekens
Last week I wrote about Ko Mook, the first island that I visited on my very first assignment for Travelfish back in October 2011. It started a three-week swing through nine islands in the Lower Thai Andaman — and that whole trip turned me into an island lover.
My second island on that swing was Ko Kradan. There I met Wally Sanger, the co-owner of Paradise Lost Resort, and I was able to interview him for my first-ever paid piece of writing. Originally published on the old Travelfish blog in early November of that year, I now present it to you largely unchanged save an update at the end.
Ever notice how avid world travelers — and especially sailors — seem to see the world a little differently than most? They don’t lock up their homes and go on vacation; they part with their possessions and set forth on a journey. They don’t see the world as a big, scary, insurmountable planet, but a perfectly accessible playground. They don’t have a plan and an itinerary. Instead, they have a thirst and a vision.
At Paradise Lost on the island of Ko Kradan off Thailand’s southwest coast, I spent a few hours chatting with one such world traveler: 71-year-old Wally Sanger.
Wally in his element at Paradise Lost.
Originally from Hawaii, Wally grew up sailing from island to island while encountering diverse people, so he felt at home when he first came to Southeast Asia in the 1960s. In 1980, at the age of 40, he set out to sail the world for good. More than 30 years later, he’s yet to return to Hawaii or anywhere else in his native country.
“I’ve been to just about every state, country, territory and island in the Pacific,” he recalls.
Continue reading: https://thaiislandtimes.substack.com/p/remembering-wally-sanger-of-ko-kradan
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Coastal Thailand news for August 25th, 2020
David Luekens
Greetings from coastal Thailand, where we’ve gone a whole week without a serious shipwreck and some tourists from abroad *might* be allowed to visit a couple of Thai islands before the year is done. Those stories join your weekly dose of sea turtles, whale sharks and king cobras in this edition of the Island Wrap.
Last week I published an updated version of my first ever paid piece of writing, based on a 2011 interview with Wally Sanger of Paradise Lost on Ko Kradan. Thanks to those who got in touch to share their memories of Wally. I miss him too.
For this Friday I’m working on a story about Ko Wiang, the largest in a group of karst islands in a remote corner of Chumphon. The group also includes an islet with something (or someone) that makes it unique among Thai islands.
Over on Couchfish, Stuart chose some memorable moments from 100 days of virtual travel before outing a few travelers who behave badly (some wacky <deleted> in that one). True to Travelfish form, he also shared “the benefits of slowing down.”
Hat Bang Berd (or Boet) / Tham Thong is only a few km away from the Ko Wiang group of islands.
Continue reading: https://thaiislandtimes.substack.com/p/coastal-thailand-news-for-august-d4c
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Thaivisa has teamed up with the Tourism Authority of Thailand and 5 great sponsors to encourage expat travel across all of Thailand. We must thank the Dusit Hotels & Resorts, Blue Haven Bay, The Riviera Group, Global Insurance - for all your Expat Insurance needs and Dan about Thailand for their huge support with this project.
Welcome to Koh Lanta and Lanta Diver!
Lanta Diver is an Eco friendly, family run 5* PADI Career Development Center (CDC) located on the beautiful island Koh Lanta.
Lanta Diver has been operating since 1999 and we were one of the first dive centers to open on Koh Lanta! We offer Dive trips, snorkel trips, full range of PADI Courses (from beginner to Pro) and private charter. We are passionate about diving and customer service and we really love our jobs!
Koh Lanta is situated in the Andaman Sea off the west coast of Thailand, between the Phi Phi Islands and the mainland. Koh Lanta is 30km from top to bottom, with a sandy fringe all along the west coast, a jungly spine down its middle and dramatic rockery to the east. The sunsets on the island are breathtaking and the beaches are amazing, all with different character.
Lanta Diver run Dive-and snorkeling trips on daily basis and we will take you to some of most beautiful locations around the Koh Lanta area. The Marine life is abundant with healthy reefs and the occasional sightings of Whale sharks & Manta Rays. Topography above and below the surface offer you the best diving and snorkeling in Thailand.
The dive sites are suitable for both beginners and more advanced divers. If you are an advanced diver we will take you to world famous Hin Daeng/Hin Muang for some really exceptional diving! To ensure your diving experience is personal, we always dive in small groups so there will never be more than four divers to each Dive master or Instructor.
Furthermore, our primary aim is to match divers in groups of equal experience levels which will ensure your whole diving experience with Lanta Diver is first class. If you choose to go snorkeling we provide a Dive Master as a snorkel guide to make sure you feel safe and get the most out of your day at sea. Most of our Dive trips offers two dives with an optional third dive (same for snorkelers).
We offer Divers and Snorkelers to either go with our big boat or our speedboat. The Speedboat takes you to the sites faster, and with one of the big boats the journey is a little bit more comfortable and calmer. Diving and Snorkeling Koh Lanta is also perfect for families! If only some of you are diving, the rest of the family can snorkel. Do you want to bring smaller kids on the boat we can even arrange a babysitter!
Lanta Diver Thailand provides a complete service for you from when you first speak to us right through to the end of the day when we drop you off at your hotel. Included in all our trips are
- Pick up and drop off from your hotel (West Coast only)
- Breakfast, fresh fruit, lunch and soft drinks
- Full briefings in small groups
- Equipment
- Free Nitrox
- Dedicated Instructors and Dive Masters to show you round the underwater sights.
- Comfortable and relaxing boats
During Low season(May 15 - October 14) we will take you to the Bida islands and Phi Phi Marine park. In high season (October 15 - May 14) our dive sites are Koh Haa, Koh Rok, Bida islands and Hin Daeng/Hin Muang.
We offer:
One day fun Diving for 2900 THB
Two days fun Diving for 5600 THB
One day snorkeling 1700 THB
Included: equipment, breakfast, lunch,
drinks and fruit
Not included: marin park fee
Contact Lanta Diver for more info about Day trips and price list!
Phone: +66(0)878914141
Please read more about Lanta diver on www.lantadiver.com
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Thaivisa has teamed up with the Tourism Authority of Thailand and 5 great sponsors to encourage expat travel across all of Thailand. We must thank the Dusit Hotels & Resorts, Blue Haven Bay, The Riviera Group, Global Insurance - for all your Expat Insurance needs and Dan about Thailand for their huge support with this project.
Phuket: Anantara Mai Khao Villas special offer
SELLING PERIOD: 11 August 2020 – 23 December 2020
STAY PERIOD: 11 August 2020 – 23 December 2020Benefits:
• Daily buffet breakfast during stay
• This promotion is including THB 1000 resort credit for spending during the stay
• 15% savings on food and beverages during stay
• Children eat for free for stays in two-bedroom categories
• Complimentary upgrade from Pool Villa to Lagoon Pool Villa
• Late check-out until 3.00 pmTerms & Conditions:
- A Thai ID card or work permit required upon arrival, otherwise the Best Flexible Rate will be applied.
- In case of no-shows or early departure, a 100% charge of the total stay applies.
- All terms and conditions apply as per original FIT signed contract rates.
- Offer is not applicable to groups, conferences or meetings.
- The above benefits cannot be used in conjunction with any other discounts or exchanged for any other service or cash. Advance reservations are required and subject to availability.
- Valid for new bookings only and not applicable for bookings made prior to August 11, 2020.
- Any existing bookings that are cancelled and re-booked will be charged as per original rates/offers.
- If rate code is not mentioned upon reservations or on vouchers, room rates from the original FIT signed contracted rates will be applied.
Mention Expat Explore to get special priceAnantara Mai Khao Phuket Villas
888 Moo 3 , Tumbon Mai Khao, Amphur Thalang, Phuket 83110
+66 76 336 100
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Thaivisa has teamed up with the Tourism Authority of Thailand and 5 great sponsors to encourage expat travel across all of Thailand. We must thank the Dusit Hotels & Resorts, Blue Haven Bay, The Riviera Group, Global Insurance - for all your Expat Insurance needs and Dan about Thailand for their huge support with this project.
Riva Arun Bangkok: Riva Suite Sensation
Celebrate love in style with a memorable stay in our luxurious suite. Enjoy sumptuous breakfasts on your private balcony and dine in romantic bliss with panorama views of Bangkok significant landmark Wat Arun, Wat Pho and the Chao Phraya River. with free flow of “Bubbly”.
Prices are noted:
Weekend (Fri-Sat) : THB. 18,000++/ Weekday (Sun-Thur) : THB. 17,000++
Prices are subject to 10% service charge and 7% government tax
Includes:
Two night’s accommodation in a luxurious Premium Jacuzzi Suite, with a private balcony and outdoor Jacuzzi facing stunning view of the river and The Temple of Dawn
Welcome non-alcoholic drink on arrival
Sumptuous daily breakfast
One hour sunset cruise with free flow of sparkling wine & cocktail snacks
A 3 course set dinner with a bottle of wine at the river view rooftop restaurant “Above Riva”BOOK NOW – https://www.rivaarunbangkok.com/en/
Contact: +66 (0) 2 6335000
Email: [email protected]
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Riva Surya Bangkok: Stay & Run offer
It’s a unique chance to view the main sights of Bangkok while staying at Riva Surya. This running activity will take you around the Old Town (Rattankosin Island) where ancient streets are surrounded by impressive architecture.
There are traditional Buddhist temples including the Grand Palace, old shophouses and the local community. Your running guide will tell you all about the history and the insights of the places.
Your stay in the old town would not be complete without a visit to some of Rattanakosin’s prime sights.
Package Price: THB. 6,084++, includes
One night stay in a luxurious Deluxe Riva Room
Sumptuous daily breakfast at babble & rum café for two persons
5 kilometer run around the Old Town with a runner staff escort (Minimum 2 persons required )
BOOK NOW – https://www.rivasuryabangkok.com/en/bookcore/availability/packs/rivasurya/?lang=en
Contact: +66 (0) 2 6335000
Email: [email protected]
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Private Cruise From Riva Surya With Tasty Canapes And Free-flow Wine And Beer
Watch the sunset over the Chao Phraya River on this one hour cruise from Riva Surya’s pier .Cruise along the river and take in the riverside’s iconic sights, whilst enjoying tasty hot and cold canapes, plus free-flow wine and beer for the duration of the cruise.
PRICE: THB. 2,500 net per person (Minimum requirement – 6 persons)
Schedule:
5.15pm – Board at Riva Surya pier
5.30pm – Depart – Cruise past Grand Palace, Wat Arun, Icon Siam and Rama 8 Bridge.
6.30pm – Arrive at Riva Surya pier
Full Insurance is included for the duration of the cruise
A Riva Surya staff member will stand by for service during the cruise.
Contact: +66 (0) 2 6335000
Email: [email protected]
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Riva Surya Bangkok: Riva Staycation, inc breakfast & 3 course dinner - THB. 3,059++
Recharge yourself with a stress-free staycation by the Chao Phraya River and take advantage of our heavily subsidized rates, which include breakfast and enjoy 3-course set dinner at riverside babble & rum restaurant
Price from: THB. 3,059++, includes
One night stay in an Urban Room
Sumptuous breakfast by the river
A 3 course set dinner or a bottle of house wine for 2 persons.
BOOK NOW – https://www.rivasuryabangkok.com/en/bookcore/availability/packs/rivasurya/?lang=en
Contact: +66 (0) 2 6335000
Email: [email protected]
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Taking a Road Trip in Thailand is a great way to see this diverse and ever changing country. Distances are quite large but there are always so many interesting sites to see whether they be Temples, Museums, Waterfalls, Hot Springs and animal/elephant sanctuaries and much, much more.
As Thailand now offers a vast array of domestic flights to all provincial cities you can either choose to fly the longer leg and rent a car at your destination or to start from Bangkok! A majority of the highways and main roads are wide and in excellent condition, the further you go into the countryside however, some rural roads are not at their best and some are not even are not paved. The majority however are excellent to drive and you can enjoy the ever changing scenery. There are several peculiarities to driving in Thailand and we will come to these later!
The standards and quality of Rental Cars in Thailand has increase greatly. When you rent from one of the major companies in Bangkok, you will receive a relatively new car, perfectly clean and ready for the road. Our current preference is Europcar as there have highly competitive rates and their location at the Sofitel on Sukhumvit is most convenient.
I do suggest planning your trip in advance rather than just jumping into a car and then deciding where to go. There are some major distances to cover (Bangkok to Chiang Mai 8-9 hours) and most of the major road radiate from the capital.
Driving in Bangkok is relatively challenging with a lot of traffic especially motorcycles, however head to one of the Expressways/Highways(many are elevated) and you will quickly be away from local traffic. Tolls are to be paid so it is always good to have small change, though change can always be given. Set your GPS, get on the Expressway and within an hour you will be leaving the sprawling suburbs of Bangkok.
Thailand drives on the ‘Left’! For some not a problem but even if you are not used to this a slow and steady start will make you more comfortable. Thai drivers are generally courteous but they do tend to hide behind their tinted screens and the method of staring them in the eye to pull out, generally does not work. Indicate in good time and slowly muscle your way into another lane.
The roads are essential to the rural communities in Thailand and even around BKK every second car is a pick-up truck. Many will be laden with pineapples, durian, watermelons and other fruit and vegetables. In fact there is a sort of challenge in Thailand to spot the most overloaded pick-up truck! Some younger drivers have taken to ‘tuning’ their pick-ups, this generally just results in lots of black exhaust but generally the tuned pick-ups are the most obnoxious and dangerous of your fellow road users. Take care.
Trucks of every shape and size are found on the roads bringing raw materials from the ports and manufacturing centres around Bangkok and the finished products back for sale or export. Whilst the quality of trucks on the main routes has improved greatly you will also find a range of older, fume belching vehicles that are adorned with hundreds of mirrors, multiple rows of Michelin men and exhausts the size of dustbins! All adding to the charm and excitement of driving in Thailand!
The general speed limit is 90 km/hr for cars. You rarely see traffic cops but there are many stationary radar controls and still quite regular police controls. Drive within the limits and drive sensibly and you will normally be saluted through these checks with a smile!
Full story at https://meanderingtales.com/the-open-roads-of-thailand-beckon-taking-a-road-trip-in-thailand/
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Thaivisa has teamed up with the Tourism Authority of Thailand and 5 great sponsors to encourage expat travel across all of Thailand. We must thank the Dusit Hotels & Resorts, Blue Haven Bay, The Riviera Group, Global Insurance - for all your Expat Insurance needs and Dan about Thailand for their huge support with this project.
Enda Lanta Bungalows Koh Lanta, from 350 Baht/Night, 10,000 THB/Month - expires 31 Nov
1-bedroom Bungalow (max.2 People):
1 day – 350 THB
1 week – 2`000 THB
1 month – 8`000 THB
2-bedroom Bungalow with kitchenette (max. 4 People):
1 day – 500 THB
1 week – 3`000 THB
1 month – 10`000 THB
We provide free drinking water, coffee tea, Wifi
We provide weekly cleaning service for long-term stay
Additional fees: 5THB/unit for electricity
Contact: https://www.facebook.com/EndaLantaBungalows/
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We all know the feeling! Two or three weeks of vacation seems like such a long time, we relax, enjoy ourselves, have fun and re-charge our batteries. Suddenly and all to quickly departure day raises it’s dreaded head and the panic starts for souvenirs for the folks back home. OMG, what should we buy, can we still afford it and where can we find it!!!
Have no fear for a visit to the vast MBK Centre with its warren of little shops and stores will enable you to resolve your souvenir shopping in a few hours! Very easily located next to the BTS (Skytrain) you can either exit at Siam and walk about four minutes or change trains and go one stop to National Stadium and you are at the doors of an Aladdin’s cave.
MBK Center has more than 1000 stalls and shops on it’s 6 floors where you can buy almost everything. As you enter from the SkyTrain the shops are larger generally selling higher quality products, however keep walking towards the rear of the mall and you will find tiny shops packed with everything that you need. Souvenirs are everywhere from cute elephant key rings, Thai silk, refrigerator magnets, soaps, scents, carvings and so much more. All are reasonably priced and haggling for better prices is expected!
Full detail at https://meanderingtales.com/mbk-shopping-centre-one-stop-shop-for-those-pesky-souvenirs/
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Thaivisa has teamed up with the Tourism Authority of Thailand and 5 great sponsors to encourage expat travel across all of Thailand. We must thank the Dusit Hotels & Resorts, Blue Haven Bay, The Riviera Group, Global Insurance - for all your Expat Insurance needs and Dan about Thailand for their huge support with this project.
Koh Lanta: Pimalai Resort & Spa: Thai Resident Package 2020
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I am a big fan of Hua Hin. It seems to edge every other region by getting everything just about right, the local expats coin the phrase ‘The Goldilocks Effect’- not too much and not too little of everything. This, to me, is what makes it so appealing.
For starters, the air is clean, the beaches are clean and the water is clean. Perfect for my kids to enjoy themselves on the beaches here. There is a huge coastline to enjoy too.
One of my favourites is Khoa Takiab beach. Perhaps not the quite the traditional yellow sands but still absolutely wonderful. During the day you get the beach pretty much to yourself, yet in the evening the beach welcomes both local Thais and expats as they enjoy the beach without the strength of the day time sun beating down on them.
To read the rest of this blog by Dan about Thailand visit https://danaboutthailand.com/2018/07/17/the-hidden-gem-of-khao-takiab-beach-on-hua-hin/
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Thaivisa has teamed up with the Tourism Authority of Thailand and 5 great sponsors to encourage expat travel across all of Thailand. We must thank the Dusit Hotels & Resorts, Blue Haven Bay, The Riviera Group, Global Insurance - for all your Expat Insurance needs and Dan about Thailand for their huge support with this project.
Pattaya: Fraser's Sports Bar offers 15% of your bill & 2 for 1 cocktails
Fraser's Sports Bar offers 15% of your bill & 2 for 1 cocktails
FB: @FrasersSportsBar
Website: http://www.fraserspattaya.comLine: Fraser's Sports Bar
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Infinity Pool Day Pass for THB 500 at Novotel Bangkok Sukhumvit 20
Soak up the sunshine with our Infinity Pool Day Pass for THB 500 and get THB 500 back on the same-day in food & drinks credit!
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????Buy 4 tickets and get 1 Bottle of Sparkling Wine (prepaid only) See LessNOVOTEL BANGKOK SUKHUMVIT 20
19/9 Soi Sukhumvit 20, Sukhumvit Road, Klongtoey, 10110 Bangkok, Thailand
Phone: +66 (0)2 009 4999 – Fax: +66 (0)2 009 4900Follow Expat Explore on Facebook - To ensure you get the best deals and offers from across Thailand specifically for Expats
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Thaivisa has teamed up with the Tourism Authority of Thailand and 5 great sponsors to encourage expat travel across all of Thailand. We must thank the Dusit Hotels & Resorts, Blue Haven Bay, The Riviera Group, Global Insurance - for all your Expat Insurance needs and Dan about Thailand for their huge support with this project.
Pattaya offer: 147sqm Seaview Condo from 1500/day INCLUDING utilities and BRUNCH for 2 at Casa Pascal
STUNNING SEA VIEW CONDO!
147 sqm. corner unit in View Talay 6, Pattaya Beach.
Discounted from 4750 B. per night to 1500 B.
Very luxurious appointed corner unit facing the beach and walking street side (not the Hilton hotel & Centara shopping mall), with absolutely stunning sea view, on Pattaya’s only downtown beach location!PRICES AND INCLUSIONS:
Daily discounted to ฿1,900/night (from ฿6,200/night!)
Weekly discounted to ฿1,500/night (from ฿4,750/night!)ALL UTILITIES AND CLEANING included on the daily rental!
And the famous Casa Pascal Brunch for 2 people, every day!
Contact details:
Mr. Pascal Schnyder
0818643237
[email protected]
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Anantara Golden Triangle: Jungle Bubbles - Discover the elephant outside your room
A NIGHT IN NATURE
Our unique Jungle Bubbles were custom designed by Eye In The Sky and are constructed with high-tech polyester fabric, using exclusive Precontraint Serge Ferrari technology. Step inside yours at sunset for an immersive natural experience.
Enjoy the cool comfort of air-conditioning in your spacious bedroom and living space, complete with a king bed and seating area under a transparent roof, with your enclosed, nontransparent en-suite bathroom on hand. Additional touches include bathrobes and slippers, crisp white bed linen and exquisite bathroom amenities. Spend an unforgettable night, from dusk till dawn, completely ensconced in nature, with access to a delectable dinner basket, a fully stocked mini bar, 24-hour in-room dining service and tea and coffee making facilities.
Special price:
THB 12,000 Net, per night for two people (until October 31, 2020)
THB 13,500 Net, per night for two people (November 1, 2020 - 20 December, 2020)
THB 15,000 Net, per night for two people (December 20, 2020 - 31 December, 2020)
Regular price: From THB 20,000 Net, per night for two people
Contact details for the bookings: [email protected] or 053 784084
More info: https://www.anantara.com/en/golden-triangle-chiang-rai/experiences/jungle-bubbles
*The Jungle Bubble experience does not replace hotel accommodation and has to be purchased as an overnight activity only for resort guests.
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Anantara Golden Triangle: Save 47% on this staycation offer - expires 31 Oct 2020
THB 16,000 per room per night including daily breakfasts for two people (47% discount on total package value)
Offer Includes:
47% savings on total package value
Accommodation for two in a Deluxe Three Country View Room
Daily breakfast for two
One elephant activity for two adults per stay
For combo stays with Anantara Chiang Mai Resort, guests receive a welcome jungle cocktail or mocktail on arrival
Complimentary daily Thai set menu dinner for stays over seven nights.Contact details for the bookings: [email protected] or 053 784084
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Khao Lak Offer: 20% discount on all Tours (except Phuket Shopping, Khlong Saeng 2 Days/1 Night Tour & Speedboat Tours!)
Languages: German, English, Thai
20% discount until international flights resume.
Contact:
Andy Kessler
Mobile: 062- 051 47 31
LINE: thailandandy or 083-632 61 36
WhatsApp: 062-051 47 31
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The Enchanting Koh Lanta Old Town
in Thailand Travel Forum
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This was my first ever visit to Koh Lanta and it certainly took on a very different appearance to other Thai islands I have visited. For starters it was a longer and thinner island and much flatter than, say, Koh Samui or Koh Chang.
It took me around 50 minutes to drive from North to South, yet the East to West was around 20 minutes.
Exploring this region of Koh Lanta on the East coast, and especially the Old Town, really complimented the world class beaches found on the East. Lovely way to spend a couple of hours and a nice place to grab some food and drink too.
To read the rest of this blog by Dan about Thailand visit https://danaboutthailand.com/2020/08/29/the-enchanting-koh-lanta-old-street/