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Understanding “Black Swan” Events and Investing Accordingly

admin — Sat, 19 Mar 2011 04:17:54 +0000

Understanding “Black Swan” Events and Investing Accordingly
These horrors do not merely force us to consider whether oil will surge past $100 a barrel and/or whether the Dow will tumble below 12,000, they force us to examine the “whys” of inexplicable human suffering – to assign a cause and/or to extract a value…to the extent possible.

Why when I watch Thai TV don’t see farangs unless it’s news about foreign events or diplomats visit Thailand?

admin — Fri, 17 Dec 2010 04:15:54 +0000

I am in the US right now but able to watch Thai TV via satellite, online, and online via youtube and I notice that on the shows and commercials and movies I haven’t seen any farang characters and only farang I have seen were mostly related to news and foreign events.

Five big events to give much-needed tourism boost

admin — Wed, 09 Jun 2010 04:13:35 +0000

Five big events to give much-needed tourism boost
The Tourism Authority of Thailand is arranging five major events over the next two months in a bid to revive tourism in the aftermath of the recent political unrest.

Should I visit Thailand any time soon with all the Political Events?

admin — Mon, 31 May 2010 12:13:30 +0000

I was planning to go in December but with all the events lately I’m changing my mind. If not Thailand do you have any other suggestions?

Festivities and Events of Pattaya, Thailand

admin — Fri, 23 Apr 2010 04:14:48 +0000

If you are going to be traveling to Pattaya, Thailand anytime soon here are some events and festivities that you are sure to enjoy. Depending on what time of year you go depends on what festivities you can attend. Here are a few festivities and a short description on how they are celebrated.
Songkran and the Wan Lai Festival- Bring your swimming suit for this one!
On the days of 13-15th of April, people of the community come together for an outrageous event of celebrating the coming of the new year by the young dousing the elders hands with water (usually scented and always clean) in which the elders would then give them their blessings. Asking for forgiveness for bad deeds from the past years. Depending on which region you visit they all celebrate Songkran, but with slight differences. Some celebrate by bathing images of Buddha and preparing food for the monasteries and monks.
The Wan Lai (meaning flowing water day) Festival is a lot like Songkran, but it starts on the 16th and ends the 19th of April. They have religious activities, processions, showing their elders respect, and of course the throwing of water! Pattaya, Thailand is usually hot this time of year so it’s an excellent way to cool off.
Pattaya Marathon – for competitors!
This event starts in July and features four different marathons. They have a full marathon, half-marathon, a quarter marathon, and a wheel chair marathon for those that are physically impaired, but still love to compete. It is an international event that attracts thousands from all over the world each year. They start this event early (usually 4-4:30am) because of the heat at that time of year. Despite the sweltering heat, spectators line the streets to cheer on their fellow competitors.
Chonburi Buffalo Races ‘For one and all!
This event is centered around the water buffalo in the province of Chonburi in the month of October. The water buffalo are dressed in silk and satin then paraded around town to determine which one is the best decorated and healthiest animal. The races of the buffaloes are a spectacular site to behold. These huge beasts can run at amazing speeds for their massive size. There is also a beauty contest for the local young ladies and farm maidens as well. This is a popular event for both locals and tourist to enjoy.
So make sure to check these events out when you stay in Pattaya, Thailand. Not only are they are family friendly and entertaining, they are steeped in traditions and culture.

Thailand Travel Doc – Part 06

admin — Fri, 26 Mar 2010 18:02:36 +0000

The Kingdom of Thailand is an independent country which lies in the heart of Southeast Asia. The country is bordered to the north by Laos and Burma, to the east by Laos and Cambodia, to the south by the Gulf of Thailand and Malaysia, and to the west by the Andaman Sea and Burma. By the maritime boundary, the country is bordered to the southeast by Vietnam in the Gulf of Thailand, to the southwest by Indonesia and India in the Andaman Sea.

The capital and largest city of Thailand is Bangkok. It is also the country’s centre of political, commercial, industrial and cultural activities. Bangkok is known in Thai as “Krung Thep Mahanakorn,” or, more colloquially, “Krung Thep.”

Thailand is considered to be the world’s 50th largest country in terms of total area, with a surface area of approximately 513,000 km² (198,000 sq mi), and the world’s 20th largest country in terms of population with approximately 63 million people. The population consists 80% of Thais, 10% of Chinese, and 3% of Malay. The rest are minorities such as Mons, Khmers, and various hill tribes. The country’s official spoken and written language is Thai.

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Chiang Mai Plaza Hotel in Thailand

admin — Sun, 21 Feb 2010 02:00:07 +0000

This was our hotel in Chiang Mai Thailand. This had to be the most beautiful lobby that I have ever seen. Great staff.

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Thailand Travel Doc – Part 09

admin — Tue, 15 Dec 2009 21:14:36 +0000

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Songkran in Chiang Mai, Thailand

admin — Sun, 13 Dec 2009 06:20:13 +0000

Thai New Year, the ‘Water Festival’ in Chiang Mai, Thailand.

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Thailand Travel Doc – Part 10

admin — Thu, 10 Dec 2009 17:33:37 +0000

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