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Dusit Thani-An Oasis Of Heaven In Bangkok
From the minute I walked into the 5-star Dusit Thani Bangkok, I felt like royalty. The smiling staff couldn’t have been more attentive. The lobby with its soothing colors of deep purple and Ceylon blue felt welcoming, and I felt myself deeply relax, even though I had just walked in off the busy streets of Bangkok. The location, next to the Si Lom subway and Sala Daeng sky train, made it easy to get anywhere in Bangkok that I needed to go. The Executive Suite room, where I stayed, was incredibly spacious and had a stunning view of Lumpini Park, and the sunrise each morning. My bed was one of the most comfortable I’ve ever…
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BREAKING NEWS: Should You Still Travel To Thailand? What The News Isn’t Showing You!
Those being held in custody included Suthep Thaugsuban and Jatuporn Prompan, respectively leaders of the anti-government and pro-government factions. ‘We will keep you together until you love and understand each other,” was the message from a source close to the generals.Another version quoted General Prayuth as saying: ”They quarrel so much, have ’em live together ’til they love each other.” Later, the army announced on television the names of 18 people who should report to the army. First on the list was deposed caretaker Prime Minister Niwattumrong Boonsongpaisan. -Phuketwan.com “No phrase of the young is more revolutionary than that odd cry ‘Zap them right back with super-love.’ If this became a…
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A Luxury Stay At 16 Learmonth Terrace-Edinburgh, Scotland (Now Closed)
From the moment I arrived in Edinburgh, Scotland, I was immediately enchanted with everything about it. 16 Learmonth Terrace, the Bed and Breakfast I stayed at had a lot to do with that enchantment. I received a warm welcome from Joon, the owner. She set me down in the cozy kitchen, prepared me a cup of coffee and immediately began winning me over with some of the Scottish specialty sweets. I felt like I had gone home to visit my mum with the way Joon took care of me. She turned on the electric blanket each night before I got in and put chocolates on my pillows. She gave me wonderful…
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Hotel Faro-A Comfortable Hotel With A Great Location In Faro, Portugal
The Algarve is a spectacular area of Portugal and most people staying in Faro are either coming or going from the airport or visiting to see the gorgeous Deserta Island. When I visited Faro, I stayed at the Hotel Faro, and the location couldn’t have been better. It was located in the marina area, just steps away from the bus station and the main shopping areas. The Faro beach is about 9 km away. The spacious room had a comfy bed, and the best pillows I’ve ever slept on while traveling. (Fluffy goose down pillows) There was also a refrigerator, nice leather chairs to relax in, and a flat screen…
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Bura Surfhouse: More Than Just A Backpackers Hostel In Lagos, Portugal
Bura Surfhouse, in Lagos, Portugal, felt like more than just a place to sleep. It felt like a community of friends. The staff was so welcoming, and gave great suggestions on what to see and do everyday. They were some of the friendliest staff I’ve ever met at a hostel and went out of their way to make sure that I had a great stay. The common room was comfortable and felt like hanging out in someone’s living room. The kitchen was great for cooking meals, and there was a huge grocery store that is only a five-minute walk away. Bura Surfhouse also made fresh pancakes for breakfast every morning and served…
