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http://www.soberliving.com Our treatment center has been using the beach location and Southern California's numerous outdoor activities to great effect in showing people how to enjoy life sober.

With families struggling through the economic downturn, one retailer has decided to do something to help families enjoy activities together as a family at a very affordable price – absolutely free!

Beginning   more...Saturday, May 30th and continuing through Sunday, July 5th, Family Summer Camp events will be held at Bass Pro Shops destination retail stores across America and Canada (crafts and workshops only will be held at Miami, FL and Branson, MO).

To view Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.prnewswire.com/mnr/bassproshops/38310/  less

It looks like he broke his leg, bad fall
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Very adventurous and daring http://recipedotcom.com/dining/

Wow! What a goal!http://myjetstart.com/airports/

Celebrate Afterschool! Outdoors in the Garden State is a campaign to build lasting public support for affordable, high-quality afterschool programs across New Jersey.
Outdoor activity and nature play   more...promotes creativity, problem-solving, and emotional and intellectual development. Celebrate Afterschool! Outdoors in the Garden State is an opportunity to explore opportunities that the great outdoors offers children in afterschool programs and to build understanding of and support for the afterschool field.
During the week of May 11, 2009, Celebrate Afterschool! Outdoors in the Garden State will hold high-visibility, fun and educational events to involve communities across the state in connecting children with nature through afterschool programs. These events are opportunities for programs and communities to work together to build support. For more information visit: www.njsacc.org  less

TechnoMarine "Cruise Collection 2008"@ Central Chidlom Department Store Bangkok

Tourism Authority of Thailand and Nakhon Nayok Province is pleased to invite you to take part in the Canoe Slalom Championship & Olympic Qualification Competition 2008 to be held at Nakhonnayok   more...Province, Thailand from May 17th to 18th,2008.For more information please visit website:www.
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The province of Petchaburi and Tourism Authority of Thailand Central Region 2 will host the 10th Thailand International Kite Festival 2008"Coloring the Sky". At the fair, you can see the world’s   more...biggest kite and many other interesting and beautiful kites from all over the world.
The Tourism Authority of Thailand Central Region 2 together with Geo-Informatics and Space Technology Development Agency (GISTDA) and Petchaburi Provincial Administration will hold the 10th Thailand International Kite Festival 2008. The event will help publicize and promote cooperation between various sectors in preserving and restoring Thailand’s unique cultures and traditions. Moreover, the event is aimed at drawing in more tourists to Petchaburi Province.

Visitors will be able to see kite displays from the four regions of the kingdom as well as from every corner of the globe. Some of the highlights include Chula and Pak Pao Kites Competition, Sai Raew, Kite Contest, Kite-making tutorial, and painting contest. Tourists can buy many souvenirs and also participate in many fun rally activities.
In addition, GISTDA will prepare other activities for the participants to enjoy such as assembling triangular pyramid kites, decorating Pak Pao kites, viewing the presentations about Theos Satellite and the technology to investigate distant information. Tourists can also see many types of satellite pictures in this event.Hi-light of this event :1. Thai Kites form 4 Regions, Kites from Rattanakosin Era.2. Chula and Pak - Pao Kites competition, The World Largest Chula Kite Show.3. Fast Kite Flying and exhibition workshop International Kite Show.4. Kite Show from more 16 countries with Giant 3D flying : Maple Kite train, Sexy Legs Kite, Giant Gecko Kite, Giant Octopus Kite, Free Willy Whale Kite, Smiling Sun Kite, Teddy Bear Kite, Mermaid Kite, Banner Art Kite etc.5. Night Kite Show. 6. Stunt Kite Show, Activities and Workshop
7. THEOS Satellite Kite, Tetrahedron Kite Show, Science for Kids Activities by
Geo - Informatics and Space Technology Development Agency
(public Organization) (GISTDA).8. Kite Stall Contest, Arts Activities, Kite Workshop, etc.9. Parachuting Show.10. Remote-controlled Small Airplane show.11. Balloon Show.12. Visit the summer seaside palace of H.M. the King Rama VI.13. OTOP Fair, Food Fair.14. Safe Energy Global Warming Caravan  less

Amari Orchid Resort & Tower has officially launched the brand new
five-star luxury Ocean Tower,right on the Beach Road,Pattaya.
At the cutting edge of style and elegance,all 297 guest rooms have ocean   more...views,oversized open-plan bathrooms,and private balconies.
The Horizon Club provides the first dedicated executive floors,offering
49 spacious and sleek executive rooms and 10 exceptionally-designed suites.
Total relaxation and pampering abound at Sivara Spa.Exceptional
all day dining can be experienced at Essence Restaurant and a wealth
of exclusivity and cool at ICE Bar,where to lounge is to indulge,and where American Jazz diva,Ruby Hayes will be performing live .
Don't miss Mantra Restaurant & Bar Dynamic,Stylish & Seriouly Cool.
An innovative concept in dining,Mantra is not only raising standards in
Pattaya,but blazing a brand new trail that others can only hope to followed Enjoy a fabulous culinary journey,through various mouthwatering Asian and Mediterranean cuisines...

WHETHER BUSINESS,LEISURE OR BOTH,OCEAN TOWER IS THE
OBVIOUS CHOICE IN PATTAYA

For more information and reservation please contact:
Amari Orchid Resort & Tower
Pattaya Beach,Pattaya 20150
Tel:+66(0)38412 8418 Fax:+66(0)3841 8410
E-mail:orchid@amari.com  less

ASEAN Tourism Forum (ATF) is the most significant annual tourism promotional event in Asia, hosted on a rotational basis among the member countries of ASEAN. Thailand is honored be the host for ATF 2008,   more...which will be our 5th time since its establishment.

The Kingdom of Thailand, one of the worldûs most vibrantand fascinating tourism destinations, has captivated travellers and businesspeople from around the world. A rich cultural tradition, a wealth of natural beauty and wildlife,geographical and cultural diversity add to its allure.  less

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Mountain Bike Championships
Bhumibol Dam in Tak province will be hosting the Bhumibol Dam Invitation International Mountain Bike Championships for the fourth consecutive year on August 25– 26, 2007. Noted   more...for its scenic landscape, Bhumibol Dam provides an ideal setting for the mountain bike races.
Mountain Bike Championships


Bhumibol Dam in Tak province will be hosting the Bhumibol Dam Invitation International Mountain Bike Championships for the fourth consecutive year on August 25– 26, 2007. Noted for its scenic landscape, Bhumibol Dam provides an ideal setting for the mountain bike races.  less

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!50 children activities for kindergarten learning and preschool teach and learn ideas to ensure toddler development and infant learning. Growth and development activities   more...are easy and time saving for busy parents.  less

http://www.go-hawaii-activities.com Hawaii tours. Reservations for Hawaiian tours, activities, tourist attractions, sightseeing, and information on fun things to do in Hawaii.

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http://www.garden-fountains.com Outdoor Statues Piazza Navona is home to three fountains considered to be among Bernini's masterpieces including the Fountain of Four Rivers. Garden-Fountains.com offers   more...a large selection of Roman inspired fountains and Outdoor Statues  less

http://www.garden-fountains.com Outdoor Waterfalls Experience Rome's most celebrated water feature, the Trevi Fountain. Garden-Fountains.com features a large selection of Roman inspired fountains, statuary   more...and Outdoor Waterfalls  less

http://www.garden-fountains.com Outdoor Statuary. Piazza Mattei is home to the beautiful Fountain of the Tortoises. Garden-Fountains.com features a large selection of Roman inspired fountains, statuary   more...and accents and Outdoor Statuary  less

http://www.garden-fountains.com Outdoor Fountains. Piazza Navona and Bernini's Fountain of the Four Rivers. Visit www.garden-fountains.com for Roman inspired fountains for your home and garden, featuring   more...a large selection of Outdoor Fountains  less

Experiencing the merging of the past into the present in Chiang Mai where locals are proud of the city's 700-year history. Its rich traditional heritage and unique culture is a perfect foundation for   more...the development of the city. Chiang Mai is one of the few places in Thailand where it is possible to find in the heart of the city centuries-old chedis and temples next to modern convenience stores and boutique hotels. The original city layout still exists as a neat square surrounded by a moat with vestiges of the fortified wall and its four main gates offering prime access to the old town.

For years, tourists have mistaken Chiang Mai as the northern junction and the base from which they can explore other provinces. The phrase "a day in Chiang Mai is enough to see things around" was common. Today, tourists are surprised by the fact that there is always something new to discover Chiang Mai. Intriguing diversity among ethnic tribes coupled with breathtaking scenery makes Chiang Mai one of Asia's most attractive tourist destinations. Two weeks in Chiang Mai may not be long enough for serious travelers.

The old city of Chiang Mai with its fascinating indigenous cultural identity such as diverse dialects, cuisine, architecture, traditional values, festivals, handicrafts and classical dances is a prime location in its own right. In addition, the presence of hill tribes and their wealth of unique cultures enhance Chiang Mai's distinctive diversity.

Chiang Mai is also blessed with pristine natural resources of mountains (dois), waterfalls, and other nature-based tourist attractions. At the same time, Chiang Mai residents are warm, gracious and congenial providing authentic hospitality making visits memorable and meaningful. Moreover, visitors from all walks of life can collect handicrafts of silk, silver and wood produced locally as timeless souvenirs. Chiang Mai is a place where both backpackers and luxury tourists can enjoy themselves to the fullest.




The Past

Chiang Mai literally means new city and has retained the name despite having celebrated its 700th anniversary in 1996. King Meng Rai founded the city as the capital of the Lanna (A Million Rice Fields) Kingdom on Thursday, 12th April 1296 during the same period of time as the establishment of the Sukhothai Kingdom. King Meng Rai the Great conferred with his friends, King Ramkhamhaeng of Sukhothai and King Ngam Muang of Phayao before choosing the site where the capital of the Lanna Kingdom was to be founded.

From then, Chiang Mai not only became the capital and cultural core of the Lanna Kingdom, it was also the centre of Buddhism in northern Thailand. King Meng Rai himself was very religious and founded many of the city's temples, which are still important today.

At the height of its power, the Lanna Kingdom extended its territory far into Burma and Laos, and southwards to Kamphaeng Phet a province above Sukhothai.

The Burmese conquered the Lanna Kingdom in 1556 ending the dynasty founded by King Meng Rai that lasted over 250 years. As Burma had occupied Chiang Mai for nearly 200 years, Burmese architectural influences are visible in many temples. At the end of the 18th century, King Taksin the Great regrouped the Thais in the south and finally drove the Burmese out with the help of King Kawila of Lampang thereby regaining Thai independence from Burma. Chiang Mai was then governed by a succession of princes who ruled the north as a Siamese protectorate under the Chakri dynasty. In the late 19th century, King Rama V appointed a high commissioner in Chiang Mai and it was only in 1939 that Chiang Mai finally came under the direct control of the central government in Bangkok the same time the country was renamed Thailand.

In the past, Chiang Mai was only accessible by river and elephants. More convenient access was achieved only when the railway line was completed in the late 1920's. Moreover, the first motor vehicle driven directly from Bangkok ar  less

4th World Thai Martial Arts Festival and Wai Khru Muay Thai Ceremony
Nai Khanom Tom Day – Tribute To a Muay Thai Folk Hero,March 10 – 17, 2008
At the Ayutthaya World Heritage Site.The ancient capital   more...of Ayutthaya is home to the annual World Thai Martial Arts Festival and Wai Khru Muay Thai Ceremony. For individuals trained in the ancient Thai art of boxing or ‘Muay Thai’, the annual Wai Khru Muay Thai Ceremony held during the annual Thai Martial Arts Festival is the most important date on their calendar. Muay Thai boxers from around the world return to Ayutthaya to pay respect to their teachers, and to pay homage to the legendary Muay Thai folk hero, Nai Khanom Tom.
Formally known as Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya, the ancient city of Ayutthaya, was founded in 1350 by King U-Thong and remained the capital city of the Kingdom of Siam for 417 years, from 1350 to 1767. During this time, 33 kings of various Siamese dynasties have reigned in Ayutthaya, each contributing to the Kingdom's many cultural treasures. At its height of glory, Ayutthaya was one of Asia's most prosperous cities with a proliferation of magnificent temples, palaces and pavilions signifying its wealth and prosperity. This impressive heritage has become the bedrock of Thai society and has shaped the Thai way of life as it exists today. With a culture and civilization so outstanding and timeless, UNESCO declared the Ayutthaya Historical Park, a cultural World Heritage Site on 13 December 1991.
The ancient origins of Muay Thai or Thai boxing can be traced back to Muay Boran or “ancient boxing”, a form of unarmed combat used by Siamese soldiers in conjunction with an ancient weapon called Krabee Krabong.
Muay Thai is Thailand’s national sport and Ayutthaya, the home of its legendary hero, Nai Khanom Tom, is the stronghold of Muay Thai.
WAI KHRU RITUAL (Paying respect to one’s ‘masters’)
Wai Khru is a ritual during which individual Muay Thai fighters pay respect to their masters or teachers, including those who have passed on. This is an integral aspect of Muay Thai. To become a fully-fledged Muay Thai fighter, an individual is required to pass through a series of initiation rites.
The first of these being Kuen Khru — the Initiation as a Trainee Fighter Ceremony, in which the khru muay (Muay Thai master or teacher) accepts young fighters as his students and pledges to teach them to the best of his ability. Wai Khru Prajam Pii or the Annual Homage-Paying Ceremony is the second of these rituals. This culminates in Wai Khru Ram Muay – the Ritual Dance of Homage, which is performed by the fighters as a mark of respect.
When an individual has been through these three ‘milestones’ — initiation, training and participation in contests, they are then considered to be a Muay Thai fighter.
Khrob Khru — the Initiation as a Teacher Ceremony — is the fourth of the Wai Khru ritual. This bestows on Muay Thai boxers the rank of khru muay and again involves a performance of the Ritual Dance of Homage.for more information please contact:Contact:Tourism Authority of Thailand
Email: info@tat.or.th ,Website: www.tat.or.th
Tel: +66 (0) 2250 5500 (120 automatic lines) Fax: +66 (0) 2250 5511 (two automatic lines)  less

The Shangri-La Hotel,Chiang Mai,a deluxe city resort that perfectly complements its famous sister property,the Shangri-La Hotel Bangkok and indeed the entire 55-hotel strong Shangri-La Group. Within five   more...minutes walk you are in the midst of the city'famous Night Bazaar,replete with multi-ethnic exotica,plus all the eclectic attractions of a major tourist attractions.With 281 rooms the Shangri-La Hotel,Chiang Mai is large for this fabled northern province,but ideal from the point of view of personalised service. The smallest rooms are 43 sq m. Premier rooms are 58 sq m. One bed room suites are 86 sqm. and at the top is the 215 sq m presidential suite,arguably the ultimate suite in Northern Thailand.With Horizon Club sixty-one rooms and suites on the hotel's 10th,11th,and 12th floors are allocated to the horizon Club where guests can have private check in and check out and enjoy extra priveleges ranging from meeting rooms and a lounge with internet,snacks,cocktails and periodicals to special discounts.The Shangri-La Hotel Chiang Mai is biggest on meeting incentive conventions and exhibition Hotel in Chiang Mai.CHI,The Spa Village to create a sense of journey and tease out those meaningful experience that are what the ultimate wellbeing treatments are all about.Enter beneath an elegant stone srchway into an enchanted space inspired by a Thai fishing village with northern style layered roofs over well-spaced cottages surrounding a large yoga pavilion and unique structure dubbed The Sancturn.Treatments are based on the Chinese,Himalayan and Tibetan Philosophy of the traditional five elements in harmony with positive yang and negative yin energy to restore balance and re-energise the mind and body.Kad Kafé, an all-day dining restaurant, features Thai, Indian, Chinese, Japanese, European and Mediterranean specialities.Named after the local word for "market", Kad Kafé offers the freshest ingredients and food prepared a la minute in this interactive atmosphere.Opening 2008, Silapa Thai will feature a modern and innovative selection of Thai food served in a truly unique environment.This hip and trendy restaurant is known for its creative food concept as well as for offering the only "Chef's table" in Chiang Mai.WoW Bar & Grill, located next to the pool, offers a truly unique dining experience. Highlights of this restaurant and bar include a selection of over 50 different whiskies and wines from all over the world and Chiang Mai's only barbecue cabanas.
Lobby Lounge featuring a light dining menu, cocktails and afternoon tea, this relaxing lounge is enhanced with wonderful evening entertainment.For more information and reservation please contact :Shangri-La Hotel Chiang Mai 89/8 Chang Klan Road,Muang, Chiang Mai,50100, Thailand:T: (66 53) 253 888,F: (66 53) 253 800 E-mail:slcm@shangri-la.com Visit Website:http://www.shangri-la.com/en/property/chiangmai/shangrila  less