A lot of us tend to underestimate the grandeur, splendour and majesty of the many beautiful islands of the country of Thailand. While we are on this topic it is unfitting not to remember the magical contribution that Ko Samui makes to the tourist attractions of Thailand. It plays its part perfectly providing every vacationer with a valid reason to return again and again.
This island, Thailand’s third largest, is located approximately 35 kms. from the town of Surat Thani and offers commuters an international airport, which is humble in its design and yet boasts of a uniqueness that is yet to be matched. This is the perfect place to land giving you a subtle hint of a vacation spot out of a fairytale world. Transportation within the island is not a problem. Samui is known for its Pickup taxis that will take you around the island, and are easy to come by during the day and at night. You can also rent yourself a jeep or motorbike at an extremely reasonable price, if you want to explore the island for yourself; highly recommended by any tourist.
We can’t forget one of the major reasons anyone would want to visit Thailand. Of course, it’s the sprawling Thailand beaches, giving all tourists the opportunity to soak up the sun. Ko Samui offers no less to its tourists. Some of the better known Thailand beaches in Ko Samui are Chaweng Beach, Lamai Beach and Mae Nam Beach, each providing the tourist with different experiences and activities, but all providing the same warm Thai hospitality.
The tourist attractions in Thailand are also its various Thailand festivals. In Ko Samui, just like any other part of Thailand, they celebrate, in addition to New Year’s Day and the Chinese New Year, the Thai New Year. It is known is Songkran, a word derived from Sanskrit, and is celebrated every year from 13th April to 15th April. Loy Krathong is another unique Thailand festival held in Ko Samui.
By: Amelia Jones
Archive for September, 2009
Ko Samui – Crown Jewel of Thailand tourist spots
September 29th, 2009Phuket – Visiting Thailand – Phuket – Vat Refund for Tourists Traveling to the Land of Smile
September 28th, 2009VAT refund for tourists
All Non-Thai nationals who travel to Thailand and departy from an international airport are able to submit a VAT refund application. Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Hat –Yai, Phuket and U-Tapao are all participating international airports.
After filling out the short application, witch can be found at the airport, your purchased goods must be presented to the airport’s Custom officers for inspection. Original tax invoice (receipts) must also be presented at this time. VAT refunds process is to be done before flight check-in.
While in Phuket you have probably seen stores displaying a ‘’ VAT REFUND FOR TOURISTS’’ sign.
There are thousands of shops and businesses throughout Thailand where you can receive VAT refund for your purchases. Phuket alone has over 136 stores. An extensive list of these shops can be viewed at the Revenue Department of Thailand website.
On the purchasing day, present your passport and ask the sales assistant at the store to complete the VAT refund Application for tourists form (P.P10) and attached the original tax invoices to the form. Each application form (P.P10) must show a value goods of 2,000 bath or more. Purchased goods must be taken out of Thailand within 60 days from the date of purchase to be eligible for a VAT refund.
There is a small fee of about 100 Bath applied to refund requests. Airline crew members departing Thailand on duty or those who carry a diplomatic passport and reside in Thailand are not entitled to VAT refund.
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Luxury Hotels in Thailand: Living in Luxury in Thailand
September 26th, 2009Welcome to Thailand which is one of the well-known tourist destinations of South-East Asia. Thailand shares borders with Malaysia, Myanmar, Laos and Cambodia. Tourists come to Thailand for its great beaches, fascinating culture, delicious cuisines and a truly a tropical climate. To offer quality accommodation to travelers, there are numerous luxury hotels in Thailand.
Accommodation
The luxury hotels in Thailand are concentrated in major cities and tourist areas.
The luxury hotels in Thailand are concentrated in places like Bangkok, Pattaya, Sukhothai, Ayutthaya, Kanchanaburi, Surat Thani, Sukhothai, Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai.
The beaches in Thailand also houses luxury hotels to accommodate the tourist. During your tour to Ko Chang island which is about 330 kilometers from Bangkok you can choose from various luxury hotels of the area. Some of the noted luxury hotels are Alina Grande Resort, Koh Chang Kacha Resort & Spa, Amari Emerald Cove Resort, Garden Resort and Gajapuri Resort and Spa.
Phuket, one of the largest islands also shelters several luxury hotels of Thailand like Adamas Resort Spa, Amora Resort, Avantika Boutique Hotel, Diamond Cliff Resort & Spa and Laguna Beach Resort. You will also find several luxury hotels in Thailand’s islands and beaches like Krabi, Ko Samui, Ko Lanta and Ko Pha Ngan.
If you are planning to visit Bangkok you can plan to stay in the luxurious hotels to enjoy luxury at its best. Khao San Road and Rattanakosin area of Bangkok has several luxury hotels. Luxury hotels like Amari Watergate Hotel, Shangri – La Hotel Bangkok, JW Marriott Hotel and Grand Millennium Sukhumvit Hotel offers easy reach to Suvarnabhumi Airport and tourist spots like Wat Arun, The Grand Palace, Wat Phra Kaew and Wat Pho.
The luxury hotels in Thailand are the epitome of optimum comfort and luxury. Thailand luxury hotels are known for their royal hospitality and international standards facilities and services. The luxury hotels in Bangkok have restaurant, swimming pool, spa, sauna, fitness center and business center equipped with modern state-of-art-equipments. Most of the luxury hotels also offer currency exchange facilities for its international guests.
By: wilma Andreuje
