http://www.luxury-thailand-travel.com/Luxury-Thailand-Travel-blog.html Welcome to My Secret Blog, my mini journal about Thailand, it's people and their culture. Subscribe here. en-us Luxury Thailand Travel Thu, 04 Mar 2010 18:03:24 GMT Thu, 04 Mar 2010 18:03:24 GMT luxury-thailand-travel.com http://www.luxury-thailand-travel.com/short-murder-stories.html The motive for homicide in these Short Murder Stories making headlines around Thailand, often come from crimes of passion, drunken brawls and execution-style shootings. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 18:03:23 GMT http://www.luxury-thailand-travel.com/fugitives.html Thailand is one of a number of preferred escape destinations for Fugitives to commit crimes of fraud, racketeering and embezzlement. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 18:00:47 GMT http://www.luxury-thailand-travel.com/short-funny-stories.html Short Funny Stories with many hilarious undertones from around Thailand. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 17:51:30 GMT http://www.luxury-thailand-travel.com/russian-stories.html Read Real Russian Stories about what some tourists get up to while on holiday in Thailand. Hot juicy topics include mayhem, marijuana possession and credit card fraud. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 14:30:50 GMT http://www.luxury-thailand-travel.com/short-mystery-stories.html Short Mystery Stories from around Thailand that are so utterly outrageous, often hilariously amusing but seldom dull. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 13:46:18 GMT http://www.luxury-thailand-travel.com/dumb-criminals.html There are several bizarre news reports about Dumb Criminals emanating out of Thailand that have rather dodgy and hilarious undertones. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 13:24:59 GMT http://www.luxury-thailand-travel.com/stories-from-pattaya.html Stories from Pattaya are sometimes outrageous, decidedly dodgy, regularly hilarious but certainly never ever dull. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 13:00:35 GMT http://www.luxury-thailand-travel.com/true-murder-stories.html Although most tourists rarely witness murder cases, True Murder Stories in Thailand are a very real occurrence. Take a look at some of the crime stories here. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 12:24:18 GMT http://www.luxury-thailand-travel.com/thailand-east-coast.html Thailand East Coast offers a host of exciting opportunities from the palm-fringed beaches of Pattaya to the idyllic islands of Koh Samet and Koh Chang. Wed, 03 Mar 2010 16:05:04 GMT http://www.luxury-thailand-travel.com/thailand-attractions.html For the best Thailand attractions travel to Bangkok to see the Grand Palace, Phuket for beaches, Pattaya for the Sanctuary of Truth and Chiang mai for Doi Suthep. Wed, 03 Mar 2010 14:56:27 GMT http://www.luxury-thailand-travel.com/ko-kood.html Ko Kood is the forth largest island in Thailand and the second largest of the 52 island archipelago located south of Ko Chang on the east coast of Thailand. Tue, 02 Mar 2010 09:45:15 GMT http://www.luxury-thailand-travel.com/ko-kham.html Ko Kham is a true tropical treasure belonging in part to the national marine park archipelago of 52 islands set in the Gulf of Thailand off the far east coast of the country. Sun, 28 Feb 2010 15:01:12 GMT http://www.luxury-thailand-travel.com/ko-maak.html Ko Maak Island is part of an archipelago of 52 islands situated just a few kilometers south of Ko Chang on the east coast of Thailand. Sun, 28 Feb 2010 14:41:39 GMT http://www.luxury-thailand-travel.com/ko-chang.html Escape to Ko Chang Island where the sky is bluer. Take a dive in the cool waters at any number of the waterfalls, or just relax on one of the pristine beaches. Sun, 28 Feb 2010 14:30:05 GMT http://www.luxury-thailand-travel.com/ko-samet.html Ko Samet is an enchanting 6 kilometer long island located 80 kilometers from Pattaya on the south-east coast of Thailand and boasts dazzling soft white sandy beaches and sparkling blue waters. Sun, 28 Feb 2010 11:48:05 GMT http://www.luxury-thailand-travel.com/thailand-islands.html The Thailand Islands of Phuket, Phi Phi, Ko Samui and many others have to be some of best in the world. Sat, 27 Feb 2010 17:32:20 GMT http://www.luxury-thailand-travel.com/similan.html The Similan Islands is an archipelago consisting of nine islands that form part of the Ko Similan National Park located in the Andaman Sea off the coast of Phang Nga Province in southern Thailand. Sat, 27 Feb 2010 17:28:32 GMT http://www.luxury-thailand-travel.com/ko-samui.html The tropical island of Ko Samui in the Gulf Coast with it's picture post card beauty, is everyone's dream. Sat, 27 Feb 2010 12:50:44 GMT http://www.luxury-thailand-travel.com/phi-phi.html Come and explore the beauty of the Phi Phi Islands with their stunning beaches, turquoise waters, colourful marine life and breath-taking views. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 15:32:42 GMT http://www.luxury-thailand-travel.com/ko-phangan.html Ko Phangan or Ko Pha Ngan is an island off the south-east coast of Thailand attracting thousands of backpackers every year for it's famous full moon parties at Hat Rin Beach. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:59:06 GMT http://www.luxury-thailand-travel.com/mint-leaves.html Mint Leaves are essential ingredients in Asian cooking and were introduced in Thailand by the Vietnamese who had being using a tropical variety of spearmint for many years. Fri, 19 Feb 2010 11:33:59 GMT http://www.luxury-thailand-travel.com/chilli-peppers.html Thailand is a major producer of fresh hot Chilli Peppers which are also an integral part in Thai cuisine Thu, 18 Feb 2010 19:59:56 GMT http://www.luxury-thailand-travel.com/curry-leaves.html Fresh Curry Leaves have an intriguing warm charismatic fragrance with a hint of green pepper and tangerine and can be identified by their pear-shaped shiny green bay leaves. Thu, 18 Feb 2010 19:35:47 GMT http://www.luxury-thailand-travel.com/asian-travel.html An Asian Travel experience exploring the exotic and exciting far-eastern destinations of Thailand, Vietnam, Japan, Malaysia, Bali, China, Hong Kong and India. Thu, 18 Feb 2010 10:45:31 GMT http://www.luxury-thailand-travel.com/ginger-root.html Ginger Root is an indispensable ingredient in eastern cooking and sticks of young ginger are often served as dippers with a spicy sauce in Thailand. Wed, 17 Feb 2010 17:38:50 GMT http://www.luxury-thailand-travel.com/cilantro.html Cilantro is a fragrant and edible herb known as Pak Chee in Thailand and Coriander in the western world. It is also sometimes known as Chinese Parsley. Tue, 16 Feb 2010 15:03:46 GMT http://www.luxury-thailand-travel.com/herbs-and-spices.html Kaffir Lime Leaves, Lemongrass, Chillies and Cilantro are some of the many Herbs and Spices found in Thailand that contribute considerable and extraordinarily health benefits. Tue, 16 Feb 2010 15:00:57 GMT http://www.luxury-thailand-travel.com/tamarind.html Tamarind is widely used in many hot and sour Thai soup recipes as well as being one of the essential ingredient in Worcestershire Sauce. Tue, 16 Feb 2010 13:11:42 GMT http://www.luxury-thailand-travel.com/thai-basil.html Thai Basil, holy basil, sweet basil and lemon scented hairy basil are all known plant species of the fragrant herb grown in Thailand and enjoyed throughout the western world. Sat, 13 Feb 2010 13:09:02 GMT http://www.luxury-thailand-travel.com/si-racha.html The small fishing port of Si Racha, famed for it's seafood and spicy chilli sauce, is the gateway to the island of Ko Si Chang. Sat, 13 Feb 2010 12:34:43 GMT http://www.luxury-thailand-travel.com/fish-cakes.html Try these fresh cod Fish Cakes made with green beans, red curry paste, cilantro and Kaffir lime leaves together with a Cucumber Relish made with ginger root and pickled garlic. Sat, 13 Feb 2010 12:08:39 GMT http://www.luxury-thailand-travel.com/thai-recipes.html Learn how to prepare and enjoy many Thai Recipes including the popular spicy shrimp soup Tom Yam Kung and a Green Papaya Salad with snake beans and red chillies. Sat, 13 Feb 2010 11:50:45 GMT http://www.luxury-thailand-travel.com/spring-rolls.html Fresh crisp and crunchy Thai style Spring Rolls packed full of delicious pork, chicken, shrimp or vegetarian fillings. Easy to prepare and only 10 minutes to cook. The perfect appetizer. Sat, 13 Feb 2010 11:38:52 GMT http://www.luxury-thailand-travel.com/thai-lemongrass.html Thai Lemongrass also known as Citronella or Cymbopogon Citratus is a tufted plant with a bulbous base and one of the many marvelous herbs popular with Asian cooking. Thu, 11 Feb 2010 13:51:51 GMT http://www.luxury-thailand-travel.com/galangal.html Galangal is a member of the rhizome family known in Thailand as Krachai. Similar in texture to ginger root and turmeric but thinner and paler. It provides users with a number of health benefits. Wed, 10 Feb 2010 08:15:53 GMT http://www.luxury-thailand-travel.com/kaffir-lime.html The Kaffir Lime is a dark green citrus fruit with a knobbly skin and has an extremely sour taste but it is the leaves that are highly prized in Thai cuisine. Tue, 09 Feb 2010 17:45:08 GMT http://www.luxury-thailand-travel.com/thai-soup.html A Thai Soup Recipe with chicken and coconut milk, intensely favoured with kaffir lime leaves, lemongrass, galangal and nam pla fish paste. Wed, 03 Feb 2010 17:36:29 GMT http://www.luxury-thailand-travel.com/fried-bananas.html Delicious Thai Style Fried Bananas make wonderful snacks and can be enjoyed almost everywhere in Thailand from the portable road side stalls to the many floating markets. Wed, 03 Feb 2010 17:20:34 GMT http://www.luxury-thailand-travel.com/barbecued-chicken.html Thai Style Barbecued Chicken marinated with coconut milk, lemongrass, ginger and garlic, is a firm favourite form of food enjoyed by both tourists and locals alike almost everywhere in Thailand. Wed, 03 Feb 2010 17:11:04 GMT http://www.luxury-thailand-travel.com/thai-chicken.html Thai Chicken Stir Fry with fresh Thai Basil and red chillies is extremely quick and easy to prepare while utilizing a lightweight carbon steel wok. Wed, 03 Feb 2010 11:04:54 GMT http://www.luxury-thailand-travel.com/bangkok-markets.html Damnoen Saduak Floating Market and Chantuchak Weekend Market are just two of many colourful Bangkok Markets not to be missed. Wed, 03 Feb 2010 10:20:17 GMT http://www.luxury-thailand-travel.com/beef-salad.html This hearty Thai Beef Salad combines succulent tender strips of sirloin steak, cucumber and red onion with the tangy taste of red chillies and limes. Tue, 02 Feb 2010 14:27:20 GMT http://www.luxury-thailand-travel.com/tom-yam.html Tom Yam Kung is a classic Thai spicy seafood shrimp soup with mushrooms, red hot chilli peppers, lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves cilantro, scallion and nam pla as it's ingredients. Tue, 02 Feb 2010 11:34:53 GMT http://www.luxury-thailand-travel.com/green-papaya.html Green Papaya Salad is a firm favourite south-east Asian fare which includes garlic cloves, shallots, red chillies, snake beans, nam pla and lime juice as it's ingredients. Mon, 01 Feb 2010 10:44:20 GMT http://www.luxury-thailand-travel.com/thailand-travel-deals.html Thailand Travel deals essentially with information concerning the various forms of transportation throughout Thailand focusing on the rapid transit system, Suvarnabhumi Airport and so much more. Sun, 24 Jan 2010 15:37:15 GMT http://www.luxury-thailand-travel.com/pattaya-travel.html Pattaya Travel information guide providing essential assistance regarding transportation in and around this vibrant and sort-after entertainment holiday resort. Sat, 23 Jan 2010 18:20:10 GMT http://www.luxury-thailand-travel.com/index.html Luxury Thailand Travel for the finest hotels and resorts, stunning beaches, exotic tropical islands, temple ruins, vibrant nightlife and so much more. Sat, 23 Jan 2010 11:28:56 GMT http://www.luxury-thailand-travel.com/chiang-mai-travel.html A Chiang Mai Travel Transport system providing essential information on the local bus service or how to tour around the charming and friendly city by Tuk Tuk, Rickshaw and much more. Fri, 22 Jan 2010 14:03:36 GMT http://www.luxury-thailand-travel.com/sanctuary-of-truth.html Sanctuary of Truth over-looking Palm Beach at Rachvate Cape, Tambon Naklea is a special place where Thai culture, religion, art and philosophy come together in perfect harmony. Tue, 19 Jan 2010 19:50:24 GMT http://www.luxury-thailand-travel.com/thai-carving.html Thai Carving can be viewed in the form of wood carving, stone carving, bronze carving, ivory carving as well as beautiful and intricate soap and fruit carvings. Tue, 19 Jan 2010 16:01:09 GMT