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Rapid Growth of Thai Twin Resorts of Hua Hin and Cha'am In just 10 years the twin resorts of Cha'am-Hua Hin have grown from village and town to major resorts with ribbon development between them making them one. Jan 28, 2012 - Mari Nicholson

Chiang Mai, Thailand - City Markets and Attractions Located on the banks of the Ping River, Chiang Mai is blessed with stunning natural surroundings while the city itself provides culture and entertainment. Jan 10, 2012 - Mari Nicholson

Retail Therapy in Dubai's Gleaming Malls In this Bling City where all that glisters really is gold, the theme from the enormous Duty Free Hall to the gold souks and the shopping malls, is money. Jan 1, 2012 - Mari Nicholson

Spa Therapy in Dubai, a Guide to Some of the Best Spas Boasting a wide variety of relaxation retreats, Dubai spas specialize in cosseting and pampering their clients in ways that exceed the promise of bliss. Jan 1, 2012 - Mari Nicholson

Festive Events in Thailand - What to Expect Whether sacred or social, festive events in Thailand are celebrated with laughter and food. Fun is foremost and no one gets bogged down in solemnity. Dec 29, 2011 - Mari Nicholson

Khao Sok National Park of Thailand A superb rainforest with rare flora and fauna, with tigers and bears, monkeys and pangolins, and elephants to interact with, to wash, feed and care for. Dec 18, 2011 - Mari Nicholson

The Mosque and Cathedral of Cordoba, Spain From a city of religious tolerance and learning Cordoba evolved into one of intolerance. But they retained the Great Mosque and built a Cathedral inside it. Dec 17, 2011 - Mari Nicholson

Tapas and Tortillas - Eating in Seville, Spain Seville is famous for tapas, an incredible selection of quality foods served in individual little terracotta dishes with the taste and flavour of Spain. Dec 4, 2011 - Mari Nicholson

The Bullfighting Museum in Seville - El Museo Taurino There are two major bullfighting museums in Spain, that of Ronda and that of Seville. Background on the history of the sport is accessible in Seville. Dec 2, 2011 - Mari Nicholson

London, Paris, New York & Havana Have Their Own Cocktails The Tom Collins, the Bloody Mary, The Manhattan and The Daiquiri, now world famous, were invented in the four cities of London, Paris, New York and Havana Nov 25, 2011 - Mari Nicholson

Crime Online: Two New Books in the Crime Genre Selling Well The road to self publishing is attracting more and more writers who want to reach a larger readership. Barbara Bothwell joins other crime genre writers. Nov 24, 2011 - Mari Nicholson

Ginseng: A Cure for All Ailments? Believers claim many qualities for the Ginseng root, from a cure to sexual impotence to a relief from nervous tics: the Koreans know how to market it. Nov 22, 2011 - Mari Nicholson

Seville: A View from the Guadalquivir River Pleasure boats and Olympic canoeists on the waters, fishermen on the river banks, cyclists and walkers on the pathways: it adds up to Peace in the City. Nov 18, 2011 - Mari Nicholson

Flamenco of Seville: The Soul of a City The visitor to Seville is spoiled for choice when looking for a venue in which to experience pure Flamenco, for Seville is the home of this powerful music. Nov 15, 2011 - Mari Nicholson

Seville: Setting for the World's Favourite Operas. The vast cultural heritage that is linked to great opera productions springs to life when strolling through actual locations. Seville is rich in these. Nov 13, 2011 - Mari Nicholson

Settings for Jane Austen Novels in the UK Popular tours in the UK are those to the villages and stately homes where Jane Austen's novels were filmed. Her personal associations, however, are below. Nov 12, 2011 - Mari Nicholson

Fruit and Vegetable Carving in Thailand The exquisite carvings of fruit and flowers that accompany Thai dishes are the result of painstaking work and like their ice-carvings, are not meant to last Nov 12, 2011 - Mari Nicholson

Luxury Hotels & Hideaways on Koh Samuii Thailand In recent years, Koh Samuii in Thailand has increased the number of its luxury hotels and hideaways. Now it is said that David Beckham has bought a milliona Nov 12, 2011 - Mari Nicholson

Sapporo, Japan - a Perfect Winter Getaway The Snow Festival in February is the top attraction in Sapporo but outside of that the city has a lot to offer: great hotels, great food, parks and gardens. Nov 12, 2011 - Mari Nicholson

Thailand Flooding - Conflicting Stories Confuse Bangkokians Efforts to reassure the public at times can cause confusion. This seems to be happening in Bangkok at the moment as authorities offer conflicting stories. Oct 27, 2011 - Mari Nicholson

Thailand Flooding - Escaping Crocodiles and Other Dangers As though raging flood waters were not enough for the inhabitants of Bangkok and nearby towns, there now comes a rumour of escaping crocodiles and tigers. Oct 26, 2011 - Mari Nicholson

Thailand: Flooding Continues to Threaten Bangkok as Waters Rise An emergency 5-day holiday has been declared by the government to enable people to move out of the capital. The barriers may not hold along the Chao Phraya. Oct 25, 2011 - Mari Nicholson

Flooding in Thailand - Sunday Update and News Flooding in Thailand continues to cause fears as thunderstorms are forecast for the next few days, bringing with them the possibility of furtherownpours. Oct 16, 2011 - Mari Nicholson

Flooding in S.E. Asia: Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam Philippines The floods sweeping the countries that border the Mekong Delta are suffering the worst flooding in decades and stand to lose a large part of the staple crop Oct 12, 2011 - Mari Nicholson

Flooding in Thailand: Update and Advice Before heading to Thailand, check out the dangers of flooding in your chosen area. Thais are working to repel further floods but Bangkok expects them soon. Oct 11, 2011 - Mari Nicholson

Immortali: Renaissance Italy, Commedia dell'Arte, a Love Story The costumes, the colour, the sounds, and the smells of 16th century Italy leap from the pages of this novel in a remarkable evocation of the period. Sep 25, 2011 - Mari Nicholson

The Gem Market of Chantaburi - A Long Day Out from Bangkok Regular visitors to Bangkok who look for a new experience should head off down to the Gem Market of Chantaburi, a market experience like no other. Sep 11, 2011 - Mari Nicholson

Dramatic Rise in Singapore's Boutique Hotels for the Flash Packer Pushed for cash? Want comfort and luxury? Then look no further than Singapore, the City State with best rates at hostels for the Flash Packer Generation. Aug 19, 2011 - Mari Nicholson

Federico García Lorca, Playwright, Poet and Soul of Andalucía The Spirit of the Spanish poet, Lorca, is found in his birthplace Fuente Vaqueros, in the surrounding Vega and in the city of Granada. Aug 14, 2011 - Mari Nicholson

The Bloomsbury Group in Sussex, UK – Charleston Farmhouse Museum The early 19th century clique of writers and artists, known as The Bloomsbury Group, for many decades had a home in England's Sussex countryside. Aug 9, 2011 - Mari Nicholson

Gothenburg, Sweden: Best Things To Do On a Visit Gothenburg, Sweden's second city, has a range of attractions second to none, ranging from the famous Liseburg Amusement Park to Museums and its Big Wheel. Aug 7, 2011 - Mari Nicholson

Spain's Valencia Offers as Much as Madrid and Barcelona A city often overlooked when people talk about "the Real Spain", Valencia is where the old and new blend effortlessly into one - and it's got great beaches. Aug 1, 2011 - Mari Nicholson

Thailand's Parks and Gardens, Flowers, Plants and Shrubs Orchids are associated with Thailand but the country has many beautiful gardens, nurseries and parks, displaying exquisite flowers, plants and shrubs. Jul 18, 2011 - Mari Nicholson

Visit Japan While Fares Are Cheap: Try Okinawa and Kyoto There's never been a better time to visit Japan than now, with air fares being offered by JAL at very special prices, in some cases up to 70% off. Jul 18, 2011 - Mari Nicholson

Golfing on the Gulf – New Golf Club near Hua Hin, Thailand Hua Hin is already well known for its seven top-class golf Clubs. Now along comes another one at Suan Son, Petchaburi, in a totally unspoiled environment. Jul 6, 2011 - Mari Nicholson

Discover Japan's Geisha Culture in Kyoto This Summer The pleasure of being entertained by geishas was usually reserved for wealthy Japanese men but now it is available for a modest outlay on a package holiday. Jun 23, 2011 - Mari Nicholson

Important Thai Customs: No. 1 - The Wai The joined hands in front of the face and the inclination of the head is an appealing part of Thai life. Learn how to perform the Wai in the correct manner Jun 12, 2011 - Mari Nicholson

Singapore's Annual Big Sale Starts Now June and July sees The Great Singapore Sale take off once more and seekers after bargains should head for the city-state asap, or make a Singapore stopover May 29, 2011 - Mari Nicholson

Well Suited in Thailand: Bespoke Tailoring Uncovered Men and women can have garments tailor-made in Thailand for a fraction of what they would cost in the west. But what about quality? How to find the best. May 26, 2011 - Mari Nicholson

Visiting Angkor Wat, Cambodia: What to See and Do Angkor Wat is a vast complex and the visitor should travel beyond the main temple to discover more architectural gems. Apr 22, 2011 - Mari Nicholson

New Rainforest Experience at Elephant Hills, Thailand As well as elephant trekking, the new luxury floating camp on Cheow Larn Lake in Khao Sok National Park is now on offer, a unique rainforest experience. Apr 3, 2011 - Mari Nicholson

Bophut, Koh Samui - the Fisherman's Village with a Difference Located in the centre of Bophut, Fisherman's Village is unlike the rest of Koh Samui. It is more like the Samui of twenty years ago, clean and beautiful. Apr 2, 2011 - Mari Nicholson

Aleenta Hotel, Pranburi, Thailand: A Stylish, Individual Hideaway The very best of personal service and attention to detail is promised visitors to the Aleenta, the latest boutique hotel in this area of Thailand. Mar 30, 2011 - Mari Nicholson

Luxury in Space at Kandaburi Resort and Spa, Koh Samui, Thailand The Kandaburi Resort and Spa in Koh Samui has some of the largest rooms in Thailand. For many people, when the climate is humid, this constitutes luxury. Mar 27, 2011 - Mari Nicholson

Khao Sok National Park in Thailand This spectacularly beautiful National Park covers more than 700 square kilometres and is home to many rare species of birds and is the largest in Thailand. Mar 26, 2011 - Mari Nicholson

Alternative sight-seeing in Bangkok, Thailand See Little Bohemia, visit the best Flower market in Asia, then shop for gold in Chinatown, and pay a visit to the Grand Palace on the way home. Mar 21, 2011 - Mari Nicholson

Rouen, France, City of Art and History: What to See and Do Rouen, capital of Normandy, has been an inspiration to writers and artists. Its historic past is evident in its preserved streets and half-timbered houses. Feb 20, 2011 - Mari Nicholson

Joan of Arc, Maid of Orleans, is the Heroine of Rouen in France Although she only spent five months in Rouen, Jeanne d'Arc's name lives on in the streets, squares, alleyways, restaurants - and even cakes - of that town. Feb 17, 2011 - Mari Nicholson

New Flare-up at Preah Vihear Temple on Thai-Cambodian Border Despite the rising tension, tourists can still safely travel in both Thailand and Cambodia but it is advisable to avoid the border near Preah Vihear temple. Feb 13, 2011 - Mari Nicholson

Essential Things to Know When Visitng Bangkok, Thailand The Thais are a very relaxed race of people but there are a few points of social etiquette that the visitor should observe when visiting. Jan 30, 2011 - Mari Nicholson

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