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Tuesday, May 25, 2010

Bangkok Khao San Road Hostel Reviews

Hostels in Khao San road for budget travelers and backpackers is a dream come true for exploring Bangkok. There are many budget hostels as well as budget accommodations that border as a full service hotels today. Finding the right one can make a dream vacation of a lifetime or just a plain old horrible memory.

Khao San road is situated near the historical districts in Bangkok. It borders the meandering waters of the Chao Phraya River. The royal Grand Palace and the peaceful majestic grounds of Wat Po are within walking distance as well as Thailand's national museums and other cultural and educational institutions.

For many travelers who wish to explore Bangkok's historical and cultural sights on a budget, making Khao San road as your base is ideal. Hostels are dotted all over Bangkok but staying in a hostel in Khao San road will ensure you're near a cheap and filling authentic Thai meal served al fresco at arms reach.

It's not uncommon to live off in Khao San road on just 150 Baht ($5 USD) per day on 3 square meals.

Hostels in Khao San road can run as little as 300 Baht ($10 USD) per night and some hostels include a simple breakfast with the rates too.

Charoendee Hostel for example cost 250 Baht with coffee, tea and toast for breakfast. They even include free wi-fi for all you Internet junkies who who can't wait to check emails.

And there's the Chada Hostel with 350 Baht rooms that include a private bathroom, which is the truest luxury in the hostel living backpacker's world. Though they don't include breakfast though. Not a shame at all since you can land yourself a tasty Pad Thai outside for 25 Baht.

Finally we have the Shambara Boutique Hostel. It's a unique little former house with old world charms set on the side road off the noise and sometimes chaos of Bangkok's heavy traffic. It's peaceful settings and homey feel will leave you feeling homesick when you checkout. A room at the Shambara will set you back around 350 Baht including a simple breakfast.

Hostels in Khao San road are one of the true best values in Bangkok and a great area to explore other parts of this exotic and fascinating city. Plus it doesn't hurt that staying in Khao San road will leave you with enough money in your pocket once you return home.

Visit Khao San Road Hostel Reviews for more information about budget travel in Bangkok Thailand..

Edwin M. Clark is a business consultant who travels to Southeast Asia, specifically to Thailand for over 8 years. His experience and knowledge in the region has provided valuable information and resources for business ventures and mid range to major corporations in the travel industry.

By Edwin M Clark

Monday, May 24, 2010

Cosmetic Surgery - Traveling to Thailand

Cosmetic surgery in this day and age has become widely accepted and with the advancements cosmetic surgery has made in the last couple decades, more people are deciding to go under the knife for many different cosmetic needs. With this boom in cosmetic surgery, many have chosen the Thailand medical tourism industry for their cosmetic procedures because of factors such as lower costs, high standards of quality, and beautiful travel opportunities.

Lower Costs

One of the main reasons the health tourism of Thailand continues to grow is because there are many who cannot afford or do not want to pay the high prices for cosmetic surgery in their home country when they can get the same procedures done in Thailand for much less. In fact, the costs of cosmetic procedures in Thailand are often up to 70% cheaper than getting the same procedures done in the United States.

High Standards of Quality

Many of Thailand hospitals have been accredited by such organizations as the International Organization of Standardization (ISO) and the Joint Commission International (JCI), both of which are non-governmental and non-profit international standard setting organizations.

Besides maintaining very high standards for their hospitals, Thailand is also known for its highly certified physicians, many of which were actually trained and educated in Europe and the United States at highly accredited universities such as Harvard.

Beautiful Travel Opportunities

The extra perk that comes with Thailand medical tourism is the beautiful travel opportunity. Thailand is one of the most beautiful and serene countries to visit with a number of beautiful beach resorts. While you are recuperating and recovering from your cosmetic surgery, you can take time to meditate on the beauty of Thailand. Besides having some of the most beautiful scenic beaches and a picturesque countryside, Thailand is also known for its superior hospitality which will make recovering from any cosmetic procedure more comforting.

For a complete guide to health tourism , please visit http://www.wellnesstravel.com/.

By Ryan Frank