Hua Hin Hilton

Hua Hin Hilton, Halloween party 2006. This kind of show type is quite unuasul in a Hilton's nihtclub but it was halloween time so..



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How to Find a Good Lawyer in Pattaya, Thailand

Pattaya is a city on the North Gulf Coast of Eastern Thailand which attracts millions of tourist every year. Its name was originally "Thap Phraya" that stands for Army of the Phraya. Initially, the place was just a fishing village until the year 1961 when American servicemen began going there for relaxation. This dawned the Pattaya tourist industry that continually developed up until the present.

Pattaya authorities strictly monitor observance of Thai national laws and its own set of local rules and regulations. To avoid conflict with the Thai government business and property laws, many foreigners will hire a Pattaya lawyer to do the legal groundwork for them such us due diligence of the intended business purchase or registration, preparing the documentation for licensing and dealing with concerned Thai officials. Foreigners also hire a Pattaya attorney to conduct a title search before purchasing property or real estate in Thailand. Such steps are very sensible and practical, especially to foreigners who are not acquainted with the Thai laws.

A good lawyer in Pattaya can commonly be found in an older and well established law firm. A law firm is typically comprised of licensed Thailand lawyers who have joined an established firm in Pattaya to engage in the practice of law. Each lawyer will be specialized in a field practice such as Thailand Divorce, Thailand Company Registration & Corporate matters, and Pattaya Immigration and Work Permit. This structure enables the group to handle almost all type of cases brought to them by clients.

The best Thailand law firms in Pattaya can conveniently be sourced through the internet. Most popular and established law offices do the advertising of their legal services and their office locations on their legal websites. Moreover, these international law firms in Pattaya offer free consultations through emails and chat.

Small law firms are also available, however, the extent of services they render rarely match the leading international firms. A Pattaya lawyer in big law firms may cost you a little more but the quality service provided in return is going to be worth the fee.

Phuket Hotel Deals - Where to Look For One?

Whether you want a luxury resort or a budget accommodation for your Phuket holiday, Phuket hotel deals are plentiful. The money saved on accommodation may come in handy for other holiday expenses.

With the huge influx of tourists to the dream island of Phuket and online reservation gaining popularity over years, internet is the ideal place to look for Phuket hotel deals. Many hotels have their own websites, in which they place their amazing offers. These websites can be found by searching the internet for 'Phuket hotels'. There are numerous online booking websites, which list a large selection of popular hotels across a wide price range.

While individual hotel websites give only information on discount offered by the particular hotel, hotel booking sites offer a chance to compare prices of different hotels. These sites also give out information regarding the hotels listed and display reviews written by the past hotel guests. For tourists planning their Phuket holiday from abroad, this is a very useful tool.

The hotel price comparison service goes a step further and list all such major hotel booking sites to compare the price of the same hotel across different sites. Often individual reservation sites offer heavy discounts, while the hotel prices remain unchanged in others. The comparison service helps to find the cheapest deal for a hotel faster.

Most of the Phuket hotels give discounts to families. Phuket is famous as family-friendly vacation destination because of its safe beaches and welcoming mindset of Thais. Adjoining rooms with connecting doors, perfectly suited for families, are most often found at unbelievably low rates.

Whichever way you select the hotel, enough consideration should be given to its location, proximity to your chosen activities, the facilities offered and transport convenience. With all these information ready, Phuket hotel deals are just a few clicks away.

Kamala Beach Hotels - The Perfect Retreat For a Quiet Holiday

Kamala is famous among the Phuket beaches for its unspoiled white sandy beach and secluded ambiance. Kamala beach hotel is built to compliment these beach attributes.

Tourists seeking an escape from the hustle and bustle of popular Phuket beaches prefer Kamala. The beach area retains its village-like atmosphere, despite the tourist influx. Even now, it is possible to spot fishermen heading out to sea from the beach.

Kamala, being a Muslim-dominated area, has fewer bars than other Phuket beaches. This factor helps in retaining its serenity and not getting submerged by the tourists. The recently developed area behind the beach has eateries, mostly offering Thai delicacies. Those staying in a Kamala beach hotel would also get to enjoy in-house restaurant and bar facilities.

Kamala has a few big hotels, resorts and guesthouses to cater to tourists, intent on enjoying the beach's peaceful environment. Some of the hotels are Kamala Beach Resort, Print Kamala Resort, Thiwa Ratri Resort & Spa and Aquamarine Resort & Villa.

As the beach is preferred by those looking for solitude, there are not many places to visit as well. Kamala Temple or Wat Baan Kamala is one of the attractions, located at the south end of the beach area, close to the cluster of hotels. Kamala is home to Phuket Fantasea, one of Phuket's biggest tourist attractions. It is located at the north end of the beach road and thankfully, not on the beach.

Even while staying in a Kamala beach hotel, it is possible to satisfy the sudden craving for a wild night out. Patong beach, well known for its raving nightlife, is close by - just 15 minutes drive away. By choosing Kamala as the base for your Phuket vacation, you get to enjoy both.

Hua Hin

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2010 Year of the Tiger Hua Hin Thailand

2010 Year of the Tiger Hua Hin Thailand



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หวานเย็น MILD " Honda summer fest' 09 @ Hua Hin "

Honda summer fest' 09 @ Hua Hin พี่เป้น่าร๊ากกที่สุด ^^ รัก " Mild "



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myhotelvideo.com présente: Chiva-Som International Health Resort à Hua Hin / Hua Hin / Thaïlande

More @ www.myhotelvideo.com Situation: Véritable retraite tropicale de remise en forme, ce complexe luxueux est situé sur le superbe front de mer de la ville de Hua Hin. Ce bijou niché sur la côte s'étend sur 3 ha de front de mer. Situé à seulement 185 km au sud de Bangkok, il est facilement accessible en voiture (3h) et en avion. Les magasins de Hua Hin sont à 15 min à pied, tandis que le palais royal d'été est à seulement 10 min. Equipement: Le nom de ce complexe, véritable univers de beauté et de sérénité situé à labri des regards, signifie littéralement 'Havre de vie'. Cet établissement luxueux de remise en forme a été conçu pour que les clients puissent se ressourcer corps et âme. Ce complexe de bord de mer offrant une quiétude absolue propose des habitations luxueuses nichées dans des jardins tropicaux luxuriants. Ilest climatisé et comprend un hall d'accueil avec une réception ouverte 24h/24, un coffre-fort, un bureau de change, un vestiaire et un ascenseur. Le complexe propose également un salon de coiffure, des restaurants, un accès Internet/wifi (le dernier contre supplément), des services de chambre et de blanchisserie, ainsi qu'un service de location de vélos. Des places de parking sont mises à la disposition des clients arrivant en voiture. Chambres: Chaque chambre est équipée de la télévision par satellite et d'un lecteur de DVD. Elles comprennent également des ventilateurs de plafond et la climatisation à réglage individuel pour un maximum de confort ...



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Sunaree Ratchasima: Hua Hin

This song has the beach and sights of Hua Hin in the background. It was released on 7 August 2008.



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Moon Bangkok (Moon Handbooks)

Moon guides pride themselves on not providing run-of-the-mill travel advice/overviews. The Moon Bangkok guide is no exception. Let me preface this review with my preference for Rough Guides over Lonely Planet. In brief, if you like Rick Steves and Lonely Planet then Moon guides might not be for you. I am indifferent toward frommers.

I've been to Bangkok and will return again in 2010. The Bangkok Moon guide provides great details and is written in a clear and concise style. Of the 6 guidebooks I own for Bangkok and Thailand this one ranks near the top. There is information on smaller parks, markets, and off-the-tourist-beat restaurants and day trips. This book is designed to be read, almost cover to cover, before planning your trip. As such it is extremely useful. The background section provides a concise overview of history, peoples, culture, etc. The travel advice ("Essentials") section is extensive and provides a starting point especially for anyone planning their maiden trip to Bangkok.

The author is not shy to tell you her own opinions and she does not hold punches. I've been to some of the places she is not fond of and I do not agree with her on some of these. But then, the aesthetic is not universal.

The guide has a few color photos, okay maps, and a cursory Thai phrase list. If you want more photos the DK eyewitness guides are a good place to start. If you want an introduction to more off beat parts of the city check out John Ross' book "Beyond the Grand Palace."

In short, the Moon guide for Bangkok is a winner and one of the two guidebooks I am taking on my next trip to Thailand.

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Moon Thailand author and Bangkok resident Suzanne Nam covers the best of Bangkok, from the Buddhist temples of The Old City to bargain shopping in Pratunam. Nam guides readers along the meandering Chao Phraya River, and through the historic buildings of Dusit. With unique travel strategies such as Art Lovers’ Bangkok and Bangkok’s Best Eats, Moon Bangkok gives travelers the tools they need to create a more personal and memorable experience.

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KKNG @ Hua Hin

Keng & Kang



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Thai Images

Images in and around Hua Hin, Thailand



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Aum and Aff in See San

Here is a rough translation. Aum and Aff in See San interview about the new TV ad to encourage people to go to vote. MC: As you can see the SMS message below (almost all of them are about JLR), JLR is now very popular. Aff & Aum is having many upcoming works, including this one. The popularity of Soraya and Harit had reached the Voting Committee. As you can see, Aum is playing as Harit; he asked 'Where are you going Soraya'. Aum (acting): Where are you escaping to? Aff (laughing): Don't know... MC: This is a special version. Let's see where Aff wanted to go? Aff (begging Aum): Just today, I'm going to vote. Please, please... Aum: No! You're lying. MC (imitating aff&aum): 'Just today, I'm going to vote.' 'No! You're lying.' They're acting exactly like Harit in the drama. Actually, this drama had already finished filming. So, they have to recall their character. They are filming TV advertisement to encourage Thai people to go to vote on upcoming March 2. Let's listen how they feel about JLR, ad version. Aff: We are shooting commercial to motivate people to go to vote. Aum: It's a new version of JLR. Voting for the Senators Advertisement. Aff: What day? Aum: March 2. Aff: Good. Aum: What time? Aff: Afternoon... Aum: No! Eight o'clock in the morning to two o'clock in the afternoon. Are you a presenter? Aff: We're not shooting yet. Aum: Eight o'clock in the morning to two o'clock in the afternoon, don't forget to go to vote. Today we're filming a new version of JLR. Aff ...



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Thailand (Eyewitness Travel Guides)

We used this book on our travels to the coast of THailand and stayed at Koi Samui. I wished that the book had revealed more about Koi Samui and hope that future editions would add more than two pages of coverage. Regardless, DK always is first rate in pictures and explaining the life of Thailand which is a beautiful country. After visiting Thailand for a wedding, the coastline of Thailand has become a top destination for weddings and reception. It's no wonder since the waters are spectacular clear, shallow, and peaceful. I had a wonderful time which I highly recommend going. I highly recommend Bangkok Airways which has great first rate service. The people of Thailand were just wonderful whether at the resort and spas or just in general. It's like paradise on earth in Thailand.

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Featuring the most interesting towns and villages in Thailand as well as major temples, town-by-town, with information on sights, markets, festivals and beaches-this is an invaluable resource for travelers.

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This colorful and thoughtfully arranged guide provides easy access to Thai history and culture, religion and politics, music, sports, and festivals. From Chiang Mai to Bangkok, Phuket to Ko Samui, the many pleasures, diversions, sites, and activities are detailed in a conveniently usable format. Orchid parks and elephant training centers, wats and Buddhas, beaches, treks, museums, and rainforests--it's all there to peruse and choose. With lists of hotels and restaurants, information on shopping, whitewater rafting, golf, diving, Thai massage, and lots of maps and pictures, Dorling-Kindersley has put together a guide that's both practical and beautiful.

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Riesige Heuschrecke meditiert am Strand von Hua Hin

Ich habe dieses faszinierende Tier am Strand von Hua Hin entdeckt



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Nossa Alma Canta @ Honda Summer Festival - Hua Hin 2009

Nossa Alma Canta @ Honda Summer Festival - Hua Hin 2 May 2009 music: A Ra - (Joao Donato - Caetano Veloso) performed live



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Escape from Paradise

I have just finished reading the book ;spending almost 10 hours with a few breaks in between, I actually have to tear myself from the computer screen (I got the e-book version) just to get some rest. It is simply the best non-fiction book I have read in a long time! Reading this book is like watching a TV drama of epic proportions unravelling before you. The Hardings should consider making this into a TV series! The writing style is easy to read and full of vivid details, I find myself fully immersed in the whole human drama that our heroine is experiencing. You just want to read chapter after chapter to discover what happened to the cast of characters and to add to the fact that this actually happened in Singapore is nothing short of mind boggling! This book is a required read for all Singaporeans! As a Singaporean reading it, I felt outraged, entertained and most of all enlightened!

Escape from Paradise Overview

Escape from Paradise is a contemporary and true woman’s story set in Singapore, Brunei, Australia, England, and the United States. It involves Singapore’s famous Tiger Balm family, and a wealthy and mysterious family from Brunei—and the link between them, a young Singaporean woman, May Chu Lee.

This story of May Chu’s escape from her arranged marriage to the United States, also involves an American, the current British Lord Chancellor, and an ex-CIA agent with Republican Party ties to George Bush, Sr., and now a prominent Washington lobbyist for Burma. For May Chu’s escape from her marriage into the Chung family and for divorce in Singapore, she needed more than a lawyer—she was forced to wage guerilla warfare against a powerful family with business interests in the United States, including an IPO of X-10 Wireless, currently under registration with the U. S. Securities and Exchange Commission.

From its first paragraph, the book draws the reader into the ambiance of a cosmopolitan Asia never touched upon by any other book …

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Phuket Beach Hotel - How to Find One to Suit Your Budget?

Phuket, one of the top beach resorts in the world, welcomes tourists to its white sandy beaches with a wide range of Phuket beach hotels. Even though there is a general impression that Phuket is a luxury tourist destination, accommodation options for budget travelers are not far behind.

With the beach town gaining popularity in recent times among international tourists, new hotels, villas and resorts have come up all over the place. Finding a Phuket beach hotel is not tough, as there are deluxe to budget accommodations in plentiful to suit diverse pockets.

Phuket boasts of an array of 5-star and 4-star hotels, most of which are found in the city or in exclusive beaches like Hat Bang Thao, Hat Nai Thon, Cape Panwa, Mai Khao, Hat Nai Harn and Ao Por. Some of the most preferred hotels by tourists in the luxury segment are JW Marriott Phuket Resort & Spa, Malisa Villa Suites Hotel, Centara Kata Resort, Allamanda Laguna Hotel, Amora Beach Resort, Evason Phuket & Six Senses Spa, Naithonburi Beach Resort, Le Meridien Phuket Beach Resort and Best Western Premier Bangtao Beach Resort & Spa.

Budget travelers need not worry that Phuket is out of bounds for them. There are plenty of affordable hotels in all parts of the town, even in beachfronts. All of them offer basic facilities and amenities at very reasonable rates to the budget-conscious travelers. To choose a Phuket beach hotel from the choices offered is the only hassle. Thanthip Villa Hotel, Karon Living Room Hotel, Bhukitta Hotel & Spa, Baan Karon Resort and Sawasdee Guest House are some of the popular budget hotels.

Phuket's most popular beaches are Patong, Kata, Karon and Nai Yong. To make it easier for the travelers, most of the Phuket beach hotels are located in and around these beaches.

Getting a Permanent Residence Permit in Thailand

The various advantages of holding a Thai PR can perhaps explain the increasing volume of PR applications being received by the immigration office every year. Though the requirements and processes involved are never definite and clear, most resident expats in the Land of Smiles are willing to gamble their money, time and effort to secure a permanent residence status in Thailand.

Among the merits of holding a permanent resident status in Thailand are as follows:

1. A PR holder can live permanently in Thailand which means he/she doesn't have to go through the usual immigration red tape.

2. A Thai permanent resident is entitled to an alien registration book which is equivalent to the National ID card held by Thai citizens. Apart from this, he will be issued a permanent residence book.

3. A permanent resident can be included in the Tabien Baan aka house registration document.

4. A PR holder can obtain a work permit easier than a non-resident. This implies that he/she still have to obtain a work permit if he/she intends on working in Thailand.

On top of the advantages outlined above, a permanent resident can also enjoy a lot of privileges that go with his permanent status. These include the following:

1. Ability to finance a condo purchase with funds earned in Thailand as opposed to the required use of off shore funds.

2. Being able to apply for naturalization in accordance with the law concerned;

3. Your children who are born in Thailand can be granted a Thai nationality.

4. Become a director of a public company although it's majority Thai owned.

5. Non-Thai family members can also apply for extension of stay and permanent residence.

The Immigration bureau implements a quota in granting permanent residence status by nationality. That is only 100 PR grants per nationality every year. The application period normally opens in early or mid December which runs until the last business day of December. The results of the PR application are published in a newspaper in December of the next year. This means that the Thai PR application process takes a year to complete.

If you think you are qualified to apply for the Thai PR, it would be good starting your preparation as early as possible. You have to identify the best category which your qualifications fall under and start collecting the required documents associated with it. It's also advised that you enlist the services of a qualified Thailand lawyer to guide you with the requirements and process involved.

Hua Hin Property Rentals

If you are not looking to rent a house in Hua Hin, Thailand, then you will either be renting an apartment or condo. So what is the difference? Well, an apartment is a building owned by a single entity and only for rent, as opposed to a condominium which consists on many units that may be for sale or rent, by different owners.

I find that Hua Hin apartments units also tend to be larger and more spacious than condo units, simply because condominiums are sold for a profit, thus it is only natural that the developer tries to squeeze as many units into one building. I suppose this is the case anywhere on the world and condo units can only get smaller with the rising construction costs.

However, there is a utility surcharge for all Hua Hin apartments that can be quite significant when you total that all up at the end of each month. Electricity charges direct from the M.E.A. is 3.75 baht per unit and apartments tend to charge between 4 - 7 baht per unit depending on the grade of the apartment and the facilities it offers. Apartments usually charge a flat rate for water, around 1000 baht per month which is about a 100% mark up from the actual rate.

For apartments, all repair and maintenance costs are included in the rent, however with condos, depending on your landlord, most private contracts stipulate that the tenant is responsible for day to day, minor repairs not exceeding 2000 baht each time.

The other thing many tenants are concerned about is getting high speed internet connected at home. ADSL in Thailand comes through the telephone line. There, if you have a line connected at home, you can pretty much get online. However, if your rental unit is an older property, chances are your phone lines will be in analog which makes getting ADSL impossible. The only way around that would be install a new, digital line yourself which is a pretty painless process and takes a week or so to be installed.

Almost all rental properties come internet ready - meaning there is a phone line installed. Meaning, there is a digital phone line installed where you can easily apply for an ADSL account with any local ISP. For some reason, majority of landlords prefer the internet connection to be made in the tenant's name which is easily done. Internet charges are rarely included in the rent unless indicated specifically on our website or during final negotiations.

The same applies for long-stay apartments. Internet line is connected when you move in and disconnected when you move out, until someone else takes over the unit. However, serviced apartments are a difference case. Since they operate like hotels, wireless internet is usually readily available when you check in and included in the rental rates.

20090612 Hua Hin Jazz 2009 - Koh Mr.Saxman (15)

Hua Hin Jazz Festival 2009 beach stage, Koh Mr.Saxman and Takechi Band Feat. Hank & Steve Cannon



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Five Best Hotels - Phuket

Phuket is fast developing into a luxury tourist destination with the emergence of a slew of 5-star hotels in the most exclusive locations. Find here, five of the best hotels Phuket.

1. JW Marriott Phuket Resort & Spa

The resort is the ultimate in luxury and comfort and no hotel in Phuket can overshadow it in popularity. To enjoy a Phuket holiday to its fullest, this resort on the Mai Khao beach on the Andaman coast is perfect. The reflection ponds and rock pools are a few of the highlights. The resort's proximity to airport and Blue Canyon Country Club, the best Asian golf club are its attractions to visitors.

2. Mom Tri's Villa Royale Hotel

Located on the promontory between Kata beach and Kata Noi, this secluded hotel is far away from crowd even as lying in the midst of busy beaches. The well-designed sea-facing villas are the best choice for a romantic holiday. The Thai-style villas set in tropical gardens offer a wide range of facilities like luxury spa, boutique shops and art exhibitions.

3. Sala Phuket Resort and Spa

Privacy is the byword of Sala Phuket. Located at an isolated corner of Mai Khao beach, this Conde Nast 2008 Hot List entrant is the ideal choice for those seeking peace and tranquility. The rooms styled in Sino-Portuguese architecture feature private pools for guests. The sea-facing rooftop restaurant offers one of the most spectacular sea views.

4. Indigo Pearl

Here history meets modernity. Located on the picturesque Nai Yang beach, close to Sirinath National Park, this boutique resort is provides the perfect base for water sports. Multi-cuisine restaurants and spa earn the resort a place among the best hotels Phuket.

5. Banyan Tree

This ultra-luxury resort located on Bang Tao beach on Andaman coast also made it to Conde Nast 2008 Gold List. Excellent customer service including facilities like private butlers makes it one of best hotels Phuket.

Phuket Boutique Hotel - Catering to Exclusive Clientele

Among Phuket's visitors, a few are willing to shell out more to enjoy the high-end facilities and personalized attention offered by a Phuket boutique hotel. The island has a sizable number of hotels in this category to cater to this demand.

The concept originated in the US to provide impeccable service and unique amenities to guests to make their stay most gratifying and unforgettable. These hotels differ from luxury hotels by their location, style, comfort, size, facilities and service.

Phuket boutique hotel is no different. Most of them are located on exclusive beaches, away from the milling crowds. For tourists looking for personalized service and high-end amenities, a Phuket boutique hotel is the right choice.

As many of these hotels are located close to the beach, they offer exclusive beach access for their guests. Naturally, celebrity visitors covet the privacy afforded by these. As these hotels are much smaller than the usual luxury hotels, they are located mostly tucked away in some unexpected places, far away from the prying eyes.

Some of famous and popular Phuket boutique hotels are Avantika Boutique Hotel, Baan Yin Dee Boutique Resort and Sawasdee Village Hotel. Avantika Boutique Hotel, located at the south end of Patong beach, is a good choice for those who want a peaceful beach holiday, but close enough to the action on Bangla Road.

Baan Yin Dee Boutique Resort situated on the peninsular region offers beautiful views of the bay. Sawasdee Village Hotel at Kata beach is so well hidden from public view that tourists easily overlook it.

It is quite understandable that affluent tourists want only the best while holidaying. Phuket boutique hotels cater to this clientele, offering the ultimate in luxury, elegance and sophistication combined with the famous Thai hospitality.

Maria Sharapova vs. Venus Williams HUA HIN EXHIBITION 5/6

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Germany (Country Guide)

This book contains 99.9% you need to travel in Germany and it also tells you where to find the last 0.1%. You cannot leave for Germany without it. Especially, you are the first time be there.

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Watch the sun drop behind Berlin's Brandenburger Tor while sipping chilled champagne at celebrity fave Hotel Adlon, p. 106. Feel the brisk North Sea breeze pummel your face while 'walking on water' between the islands of Eastern Frisia, p. 637. Chat with locals and sample the latest vintages at a Besenwirtschaft, a seasonal wine tavern, p. 399. Let your cares evaporate in the steam rooms and mineral pools of Baden-Baden, p. 434.

Five expert authors, 143 days of research, 140 maps. Tailored itineraries and tips from locals help you discover Germany's surprises. Content updated daily: visit lonelyplanet.com.

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It's an enormous place with overwhelming tourist options. Smack in the middle of Europe, Germany's got the Bavarian Alps, windswept North Sea islands, the Black Forest and the castle-dotted Rhine. And there's Berlin, a city where you could easily spend all your vacation and not see a tenth of what it has to offer. Germany has history aplenty, an enormous variety of museums, cosmopolitan sophistication and rural quaintitude, camping, beer gardens, and music of all kinds. In short, Germany is the kind of place where a guidebook makes all the difference.

Lonely Planet covers the country diligently and entertainingly, leaving nothing out. With maps of all 16 states, over 35 city maps, and a fold-out transportation map to Berlin, the daunting becomes comfortable. There are the background chapters on history, government, climate and ecology, the people, the arts, society and language, and a big fat chapter covering all the necessary details of visas, money, Web sites, electricity, festivals, health, and accommodations for special needs, plus how to get there and how to get around once you've arrived. Then for every city and burg, Lonely Planet provides the stuff a traveler needs to know, all about where to stay, eat, sight see, shop, and play. And scattered in and among the guiding text are little nuggets of interest, telling the stories of witches and warlocks, Bertolt Brecht, Marlene Dietrich, and the sad tale of Queen Caroline. Not prohibitively large, Lonely Planet's guidebook packs enough into its pages for 100 good trips. --Stephanie Gold

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Phuket Luxury Hotels Offer the Ultimate Holiday Experience

If you are seeking a calm and peaceful setting for your Phuket vacation, Phuket luxury hotels are the best bet. Depending on the location you choose, you will find them in the middle of thriving nightlife to the middle of nowhere.

Phuket luxury hotels are rated 5-star and 4-star according to the facilities and services offered by them. However, one common feature seen in all of them is the exemplary service offered to the guests. The famous Thai hospitality plays a major role in this. This comes across as a pleasant surprise to the tourists, especially from the West.

While a substantial number of luxury hotels are located in the city center close to shopping destinations and nightlife, others are along Phuket's numerous beaches. These include both popular beaches that are not so quiet and the secluded beaches that are not commonly found in tourist itineraries. In the city, Luang Pho Road and Montri Road are the best places to find luxury hotels. Avantika Boutique Hotel, Adamas Resort Spa and Baan Yin Dee Boutique Resort are a few among them.

A significant number of luxury hotels are located on Phuket's west coast, where all the famous and popular beaches such as Patong, Karon, Kata, and Surin are situated. Bang Tao beach is another location where a sizeable concentration of luxury hotels is found. Some of the prominent ones are Banyan Tree Resort, Amora Beach Resort and Laguna Holiday Club Phuket Resort.

These Phuket hotels take the meaning of 'luxury' to newer heights by pampering their guests with unbelievable comfort, personalized service and modern amenities. Most of them offer multi-cuisine restaurants, spas, Jacuzzis, sauna, fitness centers, swimming pools and variety of entertainment options.

Many among Phuket high-end hotels are also well equipped with business conference facilities and currency exchange kiosks for their international guests.

Why buy a condo in Hua Hin?

If you move to Thailand and buy something to put in the famous beach resort of Hua Hin, be sure to read before making a hasty decision. Many brokers and developers who sell to entice you with "cheap" to earth, but with the activity for several years, my recommendation is if you go for a return to investment at a specific time, for a condominium. Why do you ask?

First, over 90% of the projects I have heard about the meeting, certainType of building problems somewhere along the line of standard tools of construction is too low, workers need more training, the builder is late in delivering the promised results, only 1 month warranty for the building, and much more yet.

But before I start my opinion, of course, biased, have a look at the advantages and disadvantages of purchasing a condo vs. house.

House:

Pro

- Larger Living Area

- Private garden

- Pets Allowed

- Easy, Restructuring

Cons:

- More than remoteLocation

- Can be less generous

- Difficulties of transport

- Slow Re-Sale

Property:

Pro

Be - perhaps most centrally located

- Can the wider area and with children

- Increased security

- Easier Re-sale

Cons:

- No private land or garden

- No private car port

- Perhaps the strongest

- Effective small living space

- Pets

- Restrictions in Renovations

The greatest obstacle toMany foreign buyers is the language barrier. If you buy a house, you are by yourself, if you have a Thai wife or girlfriend can do some translations for you, and even then it can be seen as an obstacle. Most condo buildings, office staff speak English and appropriate assistance to tenants, owners and guests.

If you plan to buy a house and live in Thailand, only a part of the year, you must set up to find your property managementGarden, swimming pool, paying bills, cleaning and possibly rent. This is a higher cost than maintenance of a condominium.

If you want a fast return on investment, I would say that the condominium property is a better choice, because it's easier to rent due to the better location, facilities, safety and maintenance in-house.

Finally, and above all, the main reason why I advise foreigners to purchase a condominium apartment in Hua Hin, is simply that a foreigner can not own land legally. Basically, you canonly lease the land on which is your home for 30 years with an option to renew the contract for another 30 years to build. I do not know how about you, but if you spend a few million baht on a property, I want to be mine for much longer than 60 years!