Posted September 2, 2010 by BookingBuddy
Can’t afford your very own paradise island yet? Why don’t you just hop on a cheap flight to Phuket instead? This island off the south coast of Thailand is a popular holiday spot, renowned for its sandy beaches, balmy temperatures and vibrant nightlife. Head over to Patong Beach for cheap shopping and accommodation. Head to Band Pae Waterfall for a refreshing dip away from the crowds – the waterfall is also a great picnic spot, and is home to a Gibbon Rehabilitation Centre. Phuket Town has many lovely old European-influenced buildings still standing, and boasts a number of lovely shrines and temples. Phuket is famous for the quality of its seafood, so when hunger strikes, take a trip to a krachang, or floating restaurant, and enjoy some of the freshest seafood on offer.
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Kan Eang@Pier –Kan Eang@Pier is famous for its 200 metre long outdoor dining terrace, so guests can indulge in Thai seafood dishes while enjoying a magnificent sunset over Chalong Bay. You can select your own seafood and have it barbequed, steamed, fried or grilled. The restaurant also serves traditional Thai dishes such as Tom Yang Goong and Green Curry.
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Boomerang Village – If Patong Beach is too busy for your tastes, then why head over to Boomerang Village instead? This laidback hotel is located on a hill overlooking Kata Beach, and offers peace and tranquillity, as well as some seriously wonderful views. The chalet rooms are furnished in traditional Thai style, and are airy and bright. The buffet breakfast offers a generous choice of food – choose from coldcuts, sausages, eggs done in different styles, cereals and fresh tropical fruit. Room rates start from £30.
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Phuket Old Town – Step away from the crowded beaches and take a peek into Phuket’s past with a trip to its Old Town. The streets here are full of character. You’ll see plenty of century-old shophouses – family houses with businesses attached to the buildings – as well as Portuguese-influenced mansions and hotels. Soi Romanee has an interesting past as the town’s red-light district, but these days, you’re more likely to see hip Thai youths and tourists enjoying a drink at the cafes lining the street.
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Posted January 20, 2010 by BookingBuddy
These cold grey winter days have had many people hankering after warmer climes, but how hot is too hot? Following on from last week’s virtual visit to some of the coldest places on Earth, this week, we’re bringing you to the hottest places on Earth. Those silly looking hats with attached fans may come in handy should you find yourself in any of these hotspots.
Death Valley, USA – With a name like that, you won’t expect to find many signs of life or greenery in the driest place in America. Summer temperatures have been known to top 56
oC, but that hasn’t stopped hikers from attempting to walk through the valley. If you’re not (fool)hardy enough to do the same, Death Valley also boasts many luxurious resorts scattered throughout its seemingly inhospitable terrain, so you can take in the stunning dessert scenery from the air-conditioned comfort of your room.
Bangkok, Thailand – It may come as a surprise to you to find out that Thailand’s capital has the honour of being named the world’s hottest city. Bangkok is surrounded by lush green farmland, but the constant smog and high humidity raises the average daily temperature to well over 28
oC. For some respite from the heat and notoriously bad traffic snarls, head north to the cooler provinces, such as Chiang Mai.
Dasht-e Lut, Libya – If a name like Death Valley doesn’t scare you, then perhaps the sight of parched, cracked mud will. This plateau in the Libyan desert is said to be the driest spot on earth, and is so hostile to life that not even bacteria is able to survive. The temperature here has exceeded 70
oc in some years, so you’ll need more than a fan to keep cool.
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Posted June 15, 2009 by BookingBuddy
Bangkok may be one of the largest, busiest cities in the world, but that doesn’t mean that you can’t have fun on the cheap. In fact, the bustling Thai capital offers many opportunities for visitors to indulge in big-time fun while on a small budget.
Stay Imm Fusion Sukhumvit – Located right on the busy tourist stretch of Sukhumvit Road, this hotel is only a short hop from most of the city’s famous shopping centres. Should Bangkok’s non-stop hustle and bustle tire you out, you can always retreat to the hotel’s massage area to recharge your batteries, or why not have a foot massage while soaking in the sun’s rays by the lap pool. All this luxury and convenience can be yours from only £30 per night.
Play Chatuchak Weekend Market – If you’re staying in Bangkok during the weekend, flag down a noisy tuk-tuk and treat yourself to a hair-raising ride on the way to Chatuchak Market. Billed as the world’s largest market, you’ll be able to find almost anything you need - and many more things you certainly won’t need - within the maze-like sois (or alleys) of this seemingly endless market. And remember, the only way to bag a bargain is to haggle, so don’t be shy!
When your voice is hoarse from all the haggling, simply walk into a different soi to find yourself presented with an endless variety of food and beverages. Once you’ve eaten, it’s time to shop again. After all, with 27 sections and over 15 000 stalls in the place, there’s bound to be something for everyone back home.
Eat Somboon Seafood – No trip to the City of Angels is complete without a taste of their succulent seafood. And Somboon Seafood is the place to go to. This huge, noisy restaurant may not be known for its atmosphere but it’s certainly highly rated for it’s delicious seafood dishes. Order the house specialty, chili crab curry, then walk over to the large aquariums outside to pick out the rest of your meal – crabs, lobsters, prawns, fish, what will you pick next? Seafood is sold at market prices, but with such an abundance of it, there’s no need to worry about blowing a hole in your pocket.
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