Bangkok airport Rail Link to open August 12, 2009

The Airport Link from the Phaya Thai and Makkasan areas of downtown Bangkok to Suvarnabhumi airport is set to open for passengers on Aug 12.

The fare on non-stop trains is planned to be 150 baht whilst passengers travelling on trains stopping at every station will pay between 15 and 45 Baht. Work will continue on some facilities including the baggage carousel system after the launch date.

Songkran Festival 13 – 15 April, 2009

This festival celebrates the end of the old year and the beginning of the new one. The Thai government has asked this year for the famous Songkran festivities to focus on traditional family values, although as usual the famous water splashing festivities will no doubt flourish!
The festival has its roots in Buddhist heritage; the washing of Buddha images, merit making, traditional family values and the sprinkling of water in respect for elders. However it is best known for the fun and “sanuk” everyone gains from splashing copious quantities of water on all who happen to pass by. Of all the national Thai festivals, this is the one that foreigners love to experience the most. They will come across water splashing festivities wherever they travel giving them an opportunity to share in a festival that is immensely popular.
The most famous of the Songkran celebrations takes place in Chiang Mai. It attracts thousands of visitors, from all over Thailand as well as international tourists determined to share in the fun, and we are not going to miss out. Look out for fun pix on our next blog update.

Mekong River International Triathlon

Mekong River International Multi-Sport ITU Asian Cup 2009

27 – 29 March 2009

Sports tourism in Thailand seems to be on a roll. Iinternational triathlon enthusiasts converge on the Mekong River border town of Amphoe Mueang Nong Khai for competition in their three favourite sports; cycling, running and swimming.
Thailand is proud to be hosting new triathlon events, all endorsed by the International Triathlon Union and this event promises to put the small North Eastern town firmly on the tourist map.

Total Thai Immersion

Total Thai Immersion

Cycling through the countryside here in Thailand you understand exactly what it is to totally immerse yourself in the way of life. Breath in the heady smell of jasmine, feel the cool breeze wafting across the green rice fields; welcome relief from the ever present heat, hear the wind rustling the banana palms laden with their familiar yellow fruit, inhale the delicious aroma of cooking on the numerous road side stalls - BBQ chicken or noodles round every corner.


Feel the genuine smiles from the people you pass, the children and dogs playing or roaming the roads and verges, trusting the environment to offer entertainment and adventure.

Where can you experience this closeness with life but from the saddle of a bike? Immersing yourself in and not driving through such a rich, exotic and unique way of life - these are the experiences we have every day and the ones we share with our fellow cyclists - pushing yourself on your bicycle with personal resolve on the steep mountain roads here brings rewards of its own - unique to every person.

Totally experiencing life in Thailand from your bike brings rewards and privileges unlike any others.