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Looking for the Best Tattoo Artist near You- What to Look For
By: Celebrity Ink, Tattoo Studio Pattaya
Tags: Best, Get, Thailand, Tattoo, Place

Finding the tattoo artist is tricky if you do not know where you can start. There are various factors that you must consider while choosing the best tattoo artist near you. We all know that the tattoo is for life and to choose the best tattooing expert is not a decision that can be taken in one day.

Take time and choose the artist whom you feel comfortable to work with. Make sure you have total confidence in their work and skills before getting started to do the work. Read the blog below to know about the factors that you must follow when choosing the tattoo artist near you.

How to Ensure That You Have Selected the Best Tattoo Artist :

One of the first and foremost things you can do is to search from the online sources as like the Google business listings. The listings can help you to locate a reliable tattoo artist near your location. For example, if you want to choose the best place to get a tattoo in Thailand, you can check the online sources to find the tattoo artists who are working in Thailand. You must ask for recommendations from candidates who have previously done the tattoo from the trusted tattoo artist before.

• Believe In Word Of Mouth And Online Reviews :

You can also believe in the Word of Mouth. You can ask people who have previously done a tattoo from the trusted tattoo artist. You can speak with your friends and family who have inked previously. Getting direct advice is the best place to start. If you are looking for artists online, you can check the online reviews or go through the testimonials of the clients who have previously done the tattoo.

• Check The Work Images And Portfolio :

When you are choosing the tattoo artist, you can check the work images or the portfolio of their previous work so that you can gather information regarding their work is done and how they perform. By seeing their work, you can get an idea of how much skilled or experienced they are.

• Awards Or Prizes :

The experienced tattoo artists might have gathered various awards and prizes. So, when you are choosing the artist, be sure to check how many awards he has won previously. This will help you to understand how talented he is and how much his work is acclaimed around the world.

• Hygiene Factors :

The hygiene standard of the artist and the environment of the tattoo studio, where the artist works; are very vital factors to consider while choosing the tattoo artist. Poor hygiene can result in infection, blood poisoning and other health issues.

Besides, you must also check the prices and the designs offered by the tattoo artist before you are choosing the professional. For instance, if you are visiting the best place to get a tattoo in Thailand, you can experience a high standard of hygiene from the artist while the tattooing is performed.
Thailand — The Mountains. This post is part of a series on my…
By: Richard Hankins
Tags: Travel, Pai, Route 1095, Thailand, Mae Hong Son Loop

From Chiang Mai, many people head to Pai, which is known as a Backpacker’s paradise, with all the carefree living of the Thai beaches, but replaced with a mountain backdrop instead. But getting to Pai was another story entirely. The road there is infamous — Route 1095’s 768 curves to Pai are so renowned that folks were selling T-shirts as a testament to the windy way there. We heard that vomiting on one of the public minivans was common so we thankfully opted for a Taxi who was able to stop for us when we needed to break from feeling carsick.

We got there and got dropped off at Famous Circus Hostel, which was a party hostel. We soon regretted it, as there was music blaring until 12am right outside of our room. We made the best of it, carrying on and playing trivia with everyone else, and made friends with a Austrian who was visiting the country. We soon moved to a much quieter accommodation, cheesily called Pairadise, but it was comfortable and had a pretty pond in the middle of things.
Is Future Me Missing Quarantine?
By: Nate Green
Tags: Travel, Future, India, Thailand, Coronavirus

I think it was March when we arrived in Chiang Mai, a medium sized city in the north of Thailand.

I remember vividly sitting in the backseat of a car, looking out the window as we bounced along a dusty road, feeling low level panic.

Everything was so foreign. It all seemed dingy and dirty, different than how I had imagined it.

Thai people did not speak English. They spoke Thai! Some of the signs had English translations, but everything else was in Thai, a language that did not even use the Roman alphabet. It was like hieroglyphics, but even less understandable.

Example of Thai-roglypics

The differentness was almost overwhelming.

I couldn’t believe how I felt, to be honest. I had traveled a bunch, even lived overseas as a kid. I thought I was a true global citizen, a man of the world. But I was just as scared as any other noob traveler.

After resting from nearly two continuous days of flights, airports, and one questionable motel in Bangkok, we decided to push ourselves into further discomfort by getting a ride into the city to walk the streets and see the night market.

The taxi driver was a regular fixture outside the guesthouse. He spoke English well enough, so we knew getting into the city would be fine. To get ourselves back, we had a business card with an address on it.

The night market was hopping. Loud. Lively. A little crazy.

It was all about the tourists. There were vendors selling wooden trinkets, pirated music cds and dvd movies, leather jackets, custom tailored suits, custom photorealistic drawings and paintings, and tons of street food. We even passed a McDonald’s.

We had a blast.

And we got back to the guesthouse safe and sound.

Telling other foreigners about our first night adventuring also gave us street cred.
Medical Travel Guide — Thailand. Thailand’s reputation for graceful and…
By: Ever Healthcare
Tags: Healthcare, Bangkok, Thailand, Health, Medical Tourism

Which cities in Thailand are popular for medical tourists?

Bangkok is the capital city of Thailand, there’s no shortage of activities to do in this vibrant city. Whether it is the dazzling white walls of the Grand Palace to the home of the momentous Emerald Buddha inside Wat Phra Kaew. the city is full of history and culture; more casual activities could include Bangkok’s floating market and the famous Khao San Road. Furthermore, Bangkok is a modern city with one of the world’s greatest nightlife and stunning shopping malls renowned throughout Asia.

Phuket is the home to more than 30 beaches; the tropical island is the perfect relaxation destination. Being a popular tourist destination in Thailand, Phuket has an abundance of hotels allowing visitors to have an incredibly vast choice and accessibility to reserving their chosen clinic within close proximity of their accommodation. Island hopping is also a must for adventure-seekers, with a diverse range of over 30 islands such as the Phang Nga Bay, which is the location for a James Bond film!

Chiang Mai is the home to Thailand’s most traditional and cultural festivals. Moreover, museums, historical landmarks as well as traditional foods make Chiang Mai the center of culture and history in Thailand. Many attractions such as Wat Phra That Doi Suthep which is a temple up the mountainside with 306 stairs that lead to an exquisite example of Northern Thai culture and architecture. All of these elements make Chiang Mai the perfect tourist destination.
She Drowned Because Law Forbade Touching a Royal
By: Aima Tariq
Tags: History, Women, Death, Culture, Thailand

The kings in Siam (Thailand’s former name) typically had huge harems of wives and concubines and so, they tended to have dozens of children to ensure an eligible male heir to the throne. Likewise, King Chulalongkorn of Siam had his own harem with 92 consorts.

Princess Sunandha married the king and became the queen consort. It means that she held all of the formal titles as the king but did not possess political or military power. She was moreover his favourite.

King Chulalongkorn is famously known for introducing progressive reforms within the Siamese kingdom. He also ensured the independence of Siam when it was surrounded by European colonies. People lovingly called him Phra Piya Maharat meaning ‘the Great Beloved King’.

However, the queen is remembered to this day for her senseless death that could have been easily prevented if it were not for the thoughtless Royal believes that shaped the laws.

The Tragic Death That Could Have Been Prevented

In May 1880, when Queen Sunnadha was 19 years old, having a two-year-old daughter and an unborn child, she went on a trip to visit the Royal family’s summer residence in Bang Pa-In, outside of Bangkok. The trip involved sailing across the river Chao Phraya.

However, her small boat was tied to a bigger boat to carry them across the river. The queen was accompanied by her daughter, Princess Karnabhorn Bejraratana on the smaller boat while a group of guards and servants on the larger boat. This was done to separate the royals and the non-royals because of the huge status gap.

On their way over the river Chao Phraya to the summer house, the royal vessel capsized in strong water currents and both, the queen and the princess were thrown into the water. And none of the guards or servants rescued them, instead, they just witnessed the horrifying event with hands on their hearts.

Royal Superstitions and Laws

The Royal Siamese law of no-touch was of course due to the status gap between the Royals and the ordinary. But unlike today’s British royal law where the law prohibits unnecessary touching, the Siamese law forbade touching completely, even if it was to save your life.

This is why the main guard on the boat ordered everyone to not save the innocent life of the royals because breaking the law was punishable with death.

However, apart from the usually considered no-touch rule myth regarding death, there is a superstition that might have been followed.

The superstition was that saving a person who was drowning by misfortune meant meddling with the water spirits. It might anger them.

The Royal Funeral
The Reopening of Koh Samui Will Give A Potential for Boosting the Tourism
By: The Asian Affairs
Tags: Koh Samui, Thailand

The Reopening of Koh Samui Will Give A Potential for Boosting the Tourism The Asian Affairs Jul 15·1 min read

Surprisingly, Koh Samui opened to inoculated unfamiliar travelers on Thursday notwithstanding a cross country flood in Covid-19 cases moved by the Delta variation. The islands of Koh Samui, Koh Phangan and Koh Tao are inviting guests as a feature of the realm’s push to restore the battered the travel industry.

The nation dispatched the “sandbox” plot on July 1, permitting inoculated explorers to visit Phuket island. Travelers don’t need to isolate in an inn yet can not leave Phuket for about fourteen days. Under Thursday’s development, vacationers should remain at a supported inn on Samui for a week and can leave their convenience on day four.

They should deliver a negative Covid-19 test prior to being permitted to dare to Koh Tao or Koh Phangan after their first week. The remainder of the nation is battling to get control over diseases from the Delta variation, which specialists say presently makes up almost 80% of the caseload.

https://www.theasianaffairs.com/the-reopening-of-koh-samui-will-give-a-potential-for-boosting-the-tourism/
The forgotten stone castle: Prasat Sdok Kok Thom
Tags: Cambodia, Stone, Castles, Thailand, Sdok Kok Thom

One of the projects which I have planned to complete in life is to travel to take photographs of all the stone castles in Thailand.

They are not going to be sold or exhibited for anything but would likely to be recorded and then cited as public information.

In the future, it should be historical evidence or something useful for future generations.

Dok Khok Thom Stone Castle is the first place that I chose as the starting point for this project.

The reason I chose here is that it is the most important. Many people may know the basic information that this place was originally discovered to be just ruined.

It was then rebuilt by the Fine Arts Department. So, the castle’s material will be mixed with new stone, which may make some people feel as unappealing as other stone castles like Phanom Rung Or Angkor Wat in Cambodia, etc.

But .. in truth, the importance of this place is to find the stone inscription of the Stok Thom Thom (Principle 2), which notes the story. The history of the Khmer people for 200 years was nowhere to be found, whether in Thailand or even Cambodia, but with inscriptions written in such fine detail, It allows us to know how many kings and monarchs were there in the past. Because the records in the stone are records of the Brahmin family that served each king until the record was written, which is very important archaeological evidence.
E-Invoicing Process Runs in Thailand
Tags: Melasoft, Invoice, Einvoice, Thailand, Revenue Authority

E-Invoicing Process Runs in Thailand

The Thai government is working to develop a powerful e-invoicing system using certified service providers. This is a viable alternative for businesses. Melasoft Follow Feb 25 · 2 min read

Because e-tax invoicing involves complex technical and legal steps for businesses. The government has taken steps to eliminate this complexity and regulate the invoicing system. Accordingly, the Electronic Transactions Development Agenc has initiated a certification process for e-service providers to assess whether the applicant’s solution is secure and compliant.

Thailand Revenue Authority (TRA) and e-Invoice Process

In this context, TRA has issued a regulation on which transactions can be issued electronic invoices and receipts. First of all, the approval of the General Manager of the Revenue Administration has become necessary for each person who registers for VAT. However, the applicant must meet the criteria set out below. These criteria are;

– To be a limited or public company with a registered capital of 10 million Baht (about 333 thousand US dollars) or more, or to be a government agency,

– Having a business history for a certain period of time,

– To have internal control and audit systems.

For the preparation and storage of e-tax invoices and receipts, the applicant must comply with the regulations stipulated by regulation №2555 issued by the TRA. These regulations concern the security of data, protection of audit trails, control of user access levels, and passwords.

E-tax invoices and receipts must contain two digital signatures. This signature must include a certificate issued by TRA and the certificate number.

The data contained in e-tax invoices, credit, debt bills should be extracted every month. The customer information, price of goods/services, and VAT amount must be sent to TRA.

Thailand’s e-invoice process is an important step forward. TRA’s way of making the financial process in Thailand more efficient for companies. It is not clear how the above conditions will be monitored and evaluated by TRA. This will be better understood over time, as TRA encourages companies to adopt this plan.
Khit pattern’ fabric is a signature product of Ban Si Than in the Northeastern Thai province of…
By: Rpod Coworking Space
Tags: Khit Pattern Fabric, Yasothon, Thailand

Khit pattern’ fabric is a signature product of Ban Si Than in the Northeastern Thai province of Yasothon. This local handicraft is a clear reflection of the exquisiteness of Thai folk art. The process of making one piece of gracefully patterned fabric requires the craftsman’s patience and expertise in creating intricate motifs. To begin with, the artisan needs to make a natural dye from good quality bark. But the most challenging parts are the outlining and shaping of the motifs to be prominent, shiny reliefs on the fabric’s surface.

In the old days, local craftsmen usually made pillow cases from Khit pattern fabric. Khit patterns were originally classified into three major design — animals, flowers, and appliances — each of which was inspired by surrounding nature. At present, local craftsmen still weave Khit pattern fabric from natural fibrous materials, conserve the traditional dyeing technique, and colour the fabric with dyes made from locally available bark.

It is because of this delicate process that Khit pattern fabric has remained timelessly charming. Khit pattern pillow cases of Ban Si Than of Yasothon province also generate substantial income for the locals. Better still, this exquisite fabric can be converted into a range of other products; such as, bags, vases, and tablecloths. This handwoven fabric is not only a product in which the local people take pride, but also a reflection of the evolution of traditional Thai folk wisdom. (https://vimeo.com/435075748) #khitpatternfabric #yasothon #thailand
The Olympic Dream DEBUT MUSIC MIXED WITH SPORT At The Tokyo Olympics
By: Edward Loose
Tags: Hopelightsourway, Thailand, Muaythai, Tokyo2020, Theolympicdream

The Olympic Dream DEBUT MUSIC MIXED WITH SPORT At The Tokyo Olympics Edward Loose Jun 12·3 min read

The Olympic Dream — TO DEBUT MUSIC MIXED WITH SPORT At The Tokyo Olympics August 8 2021

TODAY IS THE DAY .

The Olympic Dream Team invites are going out .

#THEOLYMPICDREAM #OLYMPICS #THAILAND #SUPERGIRL .

Having been unsure on if The Olympics would even take place , it is now firmly clear to me it will .

I have one goal , to debut my VISION OF MUSIC - MUSIC MIXED WITH SPORT , at The Tokyo Olympics Closing Ceremony on August 8 with a firm message about the inclusion of Muay Thai .

I filmed the story in Tokyo in 2018 :

Tokyo 2018

My song ( then called ‘ Tales From Tokyo ‘ ) was written in 2017 and it was designed for The Tokyo Olympics in 2020 .

I edited it for 2 years .

I was looking for the right SPORT’S STAR to feature in it since 2019 — I contacted Dominick Cruz , Brock Lesnar and Ronda Rousey . But it was only in February 2020 when “ Supergirl ” Jaroonsak stepped into the role and it became immediately clear the role was hers .

“Supergirl” Jaroonsak , 17 , is a signed fighter for ONE FC in Asia . She represents a tough generation of new female role model . https://www.instagram.com/supergirl_jaroonsakgym

Supergirl ( Left ) l And Her Sister Wondergirl ( Right ) , Both National Champions Of Muay Thai

Hope Lights Our Way ( 2021 ) , renamed after The Olympic Relay Torch motto , is DESIGNED FOR THE TOKYO OLYMPICS CLOSING CEREMONY on August 8 2021 . It contains the message ‘ MUAY THAI IN THE OLYMPICS ’ and the theme NEVER GIVE UP as well as shining a light on the next generation of female athlete .

Day 1 Filming . Jaroonsak Gym . February 6th , 2021 .

Yours Sincerely ,

Edward Loose

Olympic Dreamer

GOAL - To Get Hope Lights Our Way Shown At The Closing Ceremony Of The Tokyo Olympics On August 8 2021 .

THE DEBUT OF MUSIC MIXED WITH SPORT .
Phuket Re-Opening Excites Travelers
By: The Asian Affairs
Tags: Phuket, The Asian Affairs, Thailand

The public authority gave the go-ahead to the arrangement to return Phuket to inoculated unfamiliar sightseers beginning on July 1, in spite of the fact that guests are needed to stay on the hotel island for 14 days prior to leaving the territory.

The arrangement was supported during a gathering of the Center for Economic Situation Administration led by Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha. It was proposed by the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) and the Sport and Tourism Ministry.

From July 1, Phuket will be the primary region to welcome back unfamiliar sightseers and forgo the isolate prerequisite for the individuals who have been immunized against Covid-19 under the supposed “Phuket Tourism Sandbox” program, which is promoted as a model for the returning of the realm’s travel industry overall which was highlighted by Tourism and Sports Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn.

Mr Phiphat shared that the gathering had not yet supported designs to return Krabi and Koh Samui off Surat Thani to unfamiliar sightseers one month from now in light of the fact that Cesa needed to initially evaluate the result of Phuket’s resuming throughout the following two months.
Dogecoin has been banned from being listed on Thai cryptocurrency exchanges (DOGE)
By: Keith Hudson
Tags: Nft, Ban, Thailand, Doge

Dogecoin has been banned from being listed on Thai cryptocurrency exchanges (DOGE) Keith Hudson Jun 12·2 min read

The Thai Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has prohibited crypto exchanges from trading certain types of crypto assets in the nation. Meme-based tokens, fan-based tokens, and nonfungible tokens were all affected by the prohibition (NFTs). Exchanges have 30 days to comply with the new rules or risk being delisted.



The Securities and Exchange Commission of Thailand has made it illegal for crypto exchanges to trade with certain types of tokens.



The Thai Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) published the recommendations, instructing exchanges to stop trading four distinct types of tokens. Nonfungible tokens (NFTs), fan-based tokens, meme-based tokens, and exchange-issued tokens are examples of these.



The SEC also stated that any crypto asset issued by exchanges must comply with existing asset guidelines and match descriptions in their respective white papers.



Any exchange that does not comply with the new guideline will face penalties, according to the regulator. The coin will be delisted from the exchange, according to the SEC.



The Thai watchdog has given exchanges 30 days to comply with the new limits, as per the new guidelines.



As a result, when the new prohibition takes effect, meme-based currencies like Dogecoin (DOGE/USD) will not be listed on Thai exchanges. It also impacts collections and tokenized artwork.



The action follows allegations that Jay Mart, a SET-listed company, is aiming to launch NFTs with the help of nine local celebrities and stars.



Many feel that the Thai SEC is reacting to the news in order to protect the market from an overabundance of such tokens.



Non-transferable tokens (NFTs) are often recorded on blockchains and are considered non-transferable. They have become more popular means of selling digital artworks in recent months, with some auctions fetching millions of dollars.



Ruenvadee Suwanmongkol, Secretary-General of the Thai Securities and Exchange Commission, claimed that exchanges are prohibited from dealing in crypto assets with specific characteristics. He also stated that tokens whose value are based on social media trends are not permitted.



He also stated that tokens with no actual value or clear goals are not permitted to be traded on crypto exchanges.



Thailand’s bitcoin sector isn’t easy to understand. In an effort to reduce market fraud, the government has introduced Know Your Customer (KYC) regulations for exchanges.
What is Comfortable Must Be Discarded: Kingston’s Journal #19
By: Kingston Lim
Tags: Self Improvement, Journaling, Life, Thailand, Personal Development

I remember two and a half years ago when I was an accounting intern in Rome, NY. One of the supervisors was talking to me about how work at the federal government doesn’t pay the most, but its “comfortable.” At the time I was still dead set on being an accountant as a 21 year old but I sensed something was “off.” I didn’t know the man on a personal level, judging by the cover though, he seemed unremarkable as a man near 50, balding, gaining weight in a lower to middle management position.

Since the time that has passed, I’ve tried to be different from the path that man has chosen. I’ve been moving from profession to profession, learning all I can about the world. The track record is short, but normally it goes as follows: I become pretty decent at what I’m doing and its recognized by higher ups after my initial growing pains, that is when I plan my exit. Its when you reach a level of competence when a routine sets in. Competence leads to complacency and this is the point where young people settle. That is the point people unconsciously make the decision that things are “good enough” and they stop learning.

That cannot be the case for me nor anyone else that want to achieve something extraordinary. What is comfortable must be left behind.

Kingston S. Lim

January 12, 2020

Bangkok, Thailand

Published
Thailand Integrates Blockchain to E-Visa System for Higher Security
By: Statecraft Tech
Tags: News, Blockchain, Fraud, Tourism, Thailand

Image source：Statecraft

【 Published by cointelegraph | Editor: Helen Partz 】

Thailand, one of the most-visited countries in the world, will soon apply blockchain to its Electronic Visa On Arrival (eVOA).

Thailand’s new blockchain-powered eVOA system intends to speed up and protect the digital visa application process and will soon be available for five million visitors from 20 countries.

eVOA operator partners with Australian travel firm for the blockchain-enabled service

The upcoming eVOA feature is a joint effort of Australian travel company ShareRing and Gateway Services, an entity that owns the license to process eVOA for Thailand, according to a press release shared with Cointelegraph on Dec. 19. According to the announcement, Thailand will initially roll out the blockchain-enabled eVOA service with a focus on visitors from China and India.

The new feature will purportedly streamline the process of applying for Thailand’s visa as its existing Visa On Arrival process is done at airports or land entry points in Thailand, according to Tim Bos, CEO and co-founder at ShareRing. The process is paper-based and requires travelers to bring a number of documents like printed copies of their airline tickets, accommodation confirmation and photos. Such a process usually takes about one hour to complete, Bos said in an email to Cointelegraph.

Blockchain technology is used to improve security and speed of the digital visa applications

As digitized application process is associated with major risks fraud or mistakes from the eVOA provider, ShareRing have been working with Gateway Services in order to improve security, speed and the quality of this process, ShareRing CEO noted.

Specifically, ShareRing provides Gateway Services with its self-sovereign identity technology OneID, which enables optical character recognition (OCR) and protects data by encrypting all the information into a single file on blockchain. Bos explained that such a combination of blockchain tech and OCR reduces the amount of time required for eVOA partners to manually verify all the information.

Additionally, ShareRing is eyeing further global expansion of its blockchain-based visa application system after successfully completing its initial pilots. Bos noted:
Top 6 tips for Songkran Festival, Thailand
By: Dianna Liu
Tags: Thailand Travel, Thailand, Thailand Festival, Songkran Festival, Thai New Year

Dress Appropriately. As long as you are on the battlefield in Songkran, getting wet is inevitable, so it is very important to put on “the right” clothes. Make sure you don’t wear white clothes unless you are ready to become transparent after wet. If you want to keep your dignity when elephants spraying water with its trunk on you, it is a good idea to put on a bathing suit under your regular cloth. Shorts, T-shirts and flip-flops will be the best choice during Songkran Festival. In addition, remember to wear swimming goggles, because sometimes the water may not be so clean which might easy to cause eye infection.

Carry A Waterproof Camera. Do we have the time to capture crazy moments during Songkran Festival? Yes! Why not? The most simple and inexpensive way is hidden your camera behind a waterproof bag. Even if your camera has a water-resistant outer case, do not take the risk. Think of that, your poor camera will be drenched to the skin almost a whole day! Such transparent, one-off protective bags are easy to buy in street vendors.

Obey the fight rules in Songkran Festival. Make sure you are using clean water, either tap water or those popular jugs. Make sure the water is not hot. Room temperature water should be good, depending on how hot it is outside, of course. Pouring cold water on people shouldn’t be a problem as long as you don’t hit their (hard rock) ice. You can fight with a water gun, bucket or garden hose. On the other hand, high-pressure hoses and guns are prohibited for safety reasons. Failure to comply with these regulations may result in confiscation and heavy penalties for using these rules. Most people play fairly in the street, but make sure you are careful not to shoot passers-by in the eye, because it is a bit irritating (and potentially dangerous). Ladies must be especially careful, because some people who get together after drinking may become a little irritable. Common sense should always prevail.

Plan your transportation. It’s obvious that some roads will be closed. The else main streets will still be available except extremely crowded. The crowd will be rushed forward slowly. The MRT and the BTS train will still be available and very very busy. Taking Tuk Tuk will be dangerous when cross through the water battle. Book or arrange your transfer in advance on these dates if possible.

Plan your meal. It’s hard to find lunch during Songkran festival, because most Thai families are reunited during this holiday (like the Thanksgiving Day in the United States). As a result, most local restaurants will be closed. Most restaurants in the mall, however, will remain open, reducing their employees two or three times as normal. You may want to have lunch near the mall, but do expect higher price and tons of people.
Travel Engineers Introduces The Best Canada Tour Packages
By: Travel Engineers
Tags: Travel, Canada, Tourism, Traveling

Travel Engineers have curated handpicked Canada Tour Packages for your next vacation. The packages include key places

Vancouver

The Canadian Rockies

Niagara Falls

Toronto

Ottawa

Montreal

These places are just incredibly beautiful!

Travel Engineers recommendations for Canada?

Travel Engineers is one of the best travel agency for Canada Tour Packages. Travel experts will assist you right from planning your trip , bookings and visa processes. The most recommended Canada Tour Packages by Travel Engineers are:

Trip to explore Spell Binding Interiors Of British Columbia In A Rocky Mountaineer Train that starts from Vancouver and covers Kamloops, Banff, Lake Louise, Jasper, Quesnel and Whistler

Best Of East — Toronto to Montreal that covers magical Niagara Falls, Toronto, Ottawa andMontreal

Why book with Travel Engineers?

They are accredited by International Air Travel Association (IATA) and they believe they have a part to play in the travel community hence they are founding member of Outbound tours association of India ( OTOAI) , Member of Travel Agent Association of India (TAAI) and Travel Agent Federation of India (TAAFI) that promote and develop the growth of the industry.

They are certified destination specialists of Canada hence they will ensure best Canada tour packages tailor-made for your requirement.

You can look up detailed itineraries, routes, indicative pricing and best time to go details at Travel Engineers website under Canada destination.
Best Travel Agency For International Tours
By: Travel Engineers
Tags: Travel, Tourism, Travel Agency, Tour, Traveling

1. Travel Engineers are Full of ideas- Whether its wine tasting amidst beautiful landscapes of Dellaire Graff of Cape Town or popping champagne on an isolated beach or simply riding on a sleigh on the snowcapped alps while sipping on a hot drink! Travel Engineers have got you covered with unique enriching experiences to make your holiday truly memorable. (Hint: Explore their website experiences section for exciting ideas).

2. They only do Tailor- Made Holidays– Their focus is you, your incredible holiday and they don’t mind how much time it takes to get you an itinerary of your dreams. They will curate every detail to your liking which makes them one of the best travel agency for international tours.

3. They are destination specialist — They are certified destination specialists of over 25 countries around the world. The core team has traveled over 45 countries around the world hence our Travel Engineers bring forth firsthand original destination experience to ensure your experience is equally or more incredible!

4. They have more than 95% Visa Success Rate- Europe, US or any part of the world, they’re experienced Visa specialist will assist you to end to end with your application and make the process hassle-free for you. This is what best travel agency for international tours has to offer!

5. We are well accredited — They are accredited by International Air Travel Association (IATA) and they believe they have a part to play in the travel community hence they are a founding member of Outbound tours association of India ( OTOAI), Member of Travel Agent Association of India (TAAI) and Travel Agent Federation of India (TAAFI) that promote and develop the growth of the industry. It is imperative to have these accreditations to be one of the best travel agency for international tours.

6. They are available 24*7 — After you’ve booked or while you’re at your holiday if anything comes up, they are just a phone call, text or WhatsApp away! You can connect with them 24*7, 365 days!

Hence if you’re seeking travel experiences & tailor-made from the best travel agency for international tours, visit the Travel Engineers website for more information.
Citylife — experience you will never forget
By: Ok Student
Tags: International Student, Students, International, Oxford, Traveling

Wherever in the UK you may be studying or considering studying, you have probably heard of Citylife. Citylife makes sure everyone meets new people and that everyone has a good time in the UK, sometimes even while traveling.

Currently they are present in Nottingham, Loughborough, Edinburgh, Leeds, Sheffield, Manchester, London and Liverpool.

They are a group of mostly students, who organise trips and events for international students in the UK. Their staff is also highly international and they make sure you don’t feel left out.

We decided to take a look from the inside and took a trip to Oxford departing from our Nottingham office.

These trips are a great way to meet other international students and to explore the UK. What’s even better is that all the trips are really affordable and it would often be more expensive to organise that type of trip independently, using public transport.

First of all, you might want to apply as soon as possible for either of their events or trips because they are likely to sell out quickly. When you apply, you will receive a detailed itinerary of the trip.

Second of all, don’t be afraid to go alone! During the trip you’ll meet so many new people and you’ll probably be divided into several smaller groups for the official sightseeing so it will be even easier to meet someone. Also, Citylife people create a Whatsapp group you can join so even if you get lost you have someone to shout out to.

You will always have some free time during the trip, to grab lunch, see a part of the city that maybe wasn’t included in the sightseeing tour or to visit that famous bar that you’ve been following on Instagram for years.

Fun part, there are games included! Publish a post or story on your social media during the trip, tag Citylife and you might win another free trip.

Trips are not just UK based, there are few of them in the rest of Europe, or even outside of Europe. So you can find a trip to Iceland, Morocco, Netherlands, Belgium and France.

Events take place on a weekly basis, in each of the above mentioned cities. Find them on Facebook or Instagram, and join hundreds of students who took part in these unforgettable programmes.
The Land of Truth, a nation on the lap of mountains. Why Nepal is a must-visit place
By: Atul Jha
Tags: Travel, Life, Nepal, South Asia, Traveling

The perks of visiting Nepal

Let me list down the experiences you can have in Nepal.

The culture

Nepal has the most diverse cultures known in the world. There are many castes and religions living together in Nepal, each having its own customs, rituals, and traditions. Each individual culture has something unique to offer.

Buddhist monks: Photo by Rosanna Fung on Unsplash

2. The vibes

Nepal has many religious sights each carrying its unique vibe that you can experience. Serene atmosphere devoid of materialism where you can feel the moment. You can feel happier to be alive.

Currently, Nepal has 8 holy sights listed by UNESCO as World Heritage Sights. If you are a Hindu devotee or a Buddhist follower, Nepal has a lot in store to offer.

The sound of bells: Photo by Shaouraav Shreshtha on Unsplash

The moment of life: Photo by Adli Wahid on Unsplash

3. The craft

Nepal is renowned for its handicraft and art. Nepalese hand woolen carpets are the second-largest exports of the nation. Nepalese craft range from woodcarving, stone masonry, pottery, paintings, hand made pashmina goods, Himalayan Nepalese paper, Tibetan handicraft, Buddhist and Hindu statues, Mithila wall art, bamboo knitted umbrella, ironworks like khukuri and knife.

The poetry of handmade Pottery: Photo by Ivo Daskalov on Unsplash

Thanka Style Paintings: Photo by Rojan Maharjan on Unsplash

Handmade: Photo by Wonderlane on Unsplash

4. Nature

Nepal is blessed with nature. If you want to experience the biodiversity to its fullest, Nepal should be on your bucket list. Each region has something unique to offer when it comes to nature. The lakes, the hills, the rivers, the forests, the national parks, we have plenty of them that meets your soul through the eyes.

The capital city of Nepal: Photo by Sanjeev Shakya

5. The Almighty Mountains

Yes, they are cliché but they are a cliché for a reason. The northern belt of Nepal is a fully mountainous region that serves as the borders between Nepal and China. The journey to seeing the beauty of the highest peaks in the world is what’s truly beautiful. You can have a destination but it’s a journey you should look forward to.

Mount Everest: Photo by Mike Swigunski on Unsplash

6. Budget

Nepal is one of the cheapest countries to visit in the world, according to the Travel and Tourism Competitiveness Index by the World Economic Forum. There’s more Nepal can offer at a cheaper price rate. So, you are not only treating yourself but your bank account as well.

7. Cuisine

A unique taste of Nepalese cuisine, full of flavor and variation is the perfect way to energize yourself during a journey. Where every bite is a burst of taste in your mouth. Come treat your tastebuds, to the delight of food. Observing the people going on with their lives with a hot tea is a luxury in itself.

Nepali Thali Set: Photo by Abhishek Sanwa Limbu on Unsplash
Tourism for low income
By: Raul Castrillo
Tags: Gdp Per Capita, Airbnb, Traveling

There is some kind of magic in traveling far away and then coming back all changed, it leaves marks on your memory, on your consciousness, on your heart and on your body.

“Investment in travel is an investment in yourself”

That feeling of being anonymous in a city you’ve never been before, or to awaken quite alone in a strange town is one of the most pleasant sensations in the world.

Once that bug bites you there is no known antidote, and you will be happily infected until the end of your days.

“At first it leaves you speechless, and then turns you into a storyteller”

That said, we know that traveling is expansive and not everyone can afford to travel as much as they would like to.

My objective in this analysis is to find the cheapest locations to travel so people with low income can enjoy the pleasure of adventuring into new places.

I will try to find the disparity between the accommodation prices thought for tourists and the local prices among some of the most visited cities in the world.

To do that I am going to compare the average price of the accommodation listings in Airbnb and the GDP (gross domestic product) per capita.

Why Airbnb?

I’ve chosen Airbnb listings simply because usually they are cheaper than traditional hotel rooms and that fits the purpose of this analysis.

To get the Airbnb average price I had to download a dataset with the total listings for each city and then change the price value to USD so all cities follow the same pattern, I could get all those from a website called http://insideairbnb.com/ , a web with many datasets of the different cities gathered using airbnb API.

Why GDP per capita?

GDP is the primary measure of a country’s economic productivity, it shows the market value of goods and services it produces, that is, those that are bought by the final user, so with this measure we can get some hints about the local prices for each city.

For the GDP per capita for each city I scrapped tables from different websites with the most known cities and it’s GDP statistics.

Now let’s take a look at the graph we’ve got after plotting the table with both airbnb average and GDP per capita :

I used a scatter plotting visualization in order to show one data point for each city.
MILOS GREECE TRAVEL GUIDE.
Tags: Places, Travel, Milogreece, Places To Visit, Traveling

In this Milos Greece Travel Guide, I will cover all you require to realize when arranging an outing to Milos; including top Milos go tips like where to remain and the best activities in Milos. Find why everybody is raving about this shocking Greek Island.

WHAT TO EXPECT.

Milos is a medium-sized island in the Cyclades known for its incredible sea shores with turquoise waters and fishing towns. The island itself is very rustic. There is around one principle street that drives you all through the island associating you to the significant towns. It is an ideal island for voyagers searching for beautiful scenes and a quieting excursion. It’s not known for a gathering scene, yet you can locate an energetic bar and café scene in the primary town of Place. In the event that you are searching for a remarkable island to visit with a lot of sea shores, Milos has you covered!

GETTING INTO MILOS.

You can show up in Milos by both plane or ship contingent upon where you are going from. My overall general guideline with regards to arranging ship/plane rides all through the Greek Islands is to be adaptable There might be postponements or cancelations relying upon high breezes. A companion visiting Milos similar dates as I needed to manage a flight cancelation because of high breezes, and was rebooked the next day. Be that as it may, I had no issues showing up by ship. I pre-booked my ride on Ferry Hopper, and utilized this site for every one of my ships all through the Greek Island and had no confusions. The advantage of showing up and leaving by the ship is that you leave from the primary Adamants Port where you can lease vehicles from straightforwardly.

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Where Would You Like to Be?
By: Arisa Chelsea Ueno
Tags: Japan, Travel, Fukuoka, Dreams, Traveling

Traveling x curiosity = ∞

Whenever I travel, unusual experiences take me out from daily routine work and bring me lots of inspiration with a future mindset. Everything could be a very interesting finding. People, fashion, music, pricing, design of cities, architecture, languages, arts, cafe, and food cultures. For some people, they are just too “ordinary”, but for me, even a tiny difference could a big surprise. Getting to know about something which I didn’t just make me excited. Curiosity is everything!

Importance of future planning

Since traveling gives me unusual experiences successively, it also makes me think about my future; how and with who, I’d like to spend my time after a year, 3 years, 5 years… but unexpected things could happen anytime and anywhere. Continued ideas acquisition, future planning, and preparations are needed. How do we keep us moving forward? My answer to this question is to keep your motivation especially if you would like to accomplish something abroad.

Motivation vs Galapagos

In Japan, the country itself could be comfortable and convenient especially for the Japanese. So far, even some people use “Galapagos” as a metaphor for Japan, I literally have nothing to say back because I think it’s true. Usually, people in other countries such as Europe, Korea, and China, motivation to learn other languages to get a better job, a better work environment, or a better political situation. (That’s what I’ve heard of.) But for Japanese people, I feel there are fewer factors to make them motivated to go beyond borders since Japan is comfortable and safe enough to live/stay longer. So if people would like to go beyond borders, not being afraid to be unique or not comparing themselves with others is key. I know people around you sometimes might convince you when you try to start unusual things. In this case, please go find a small circle that makes you keep motivated or support your ideas and dream no matter where you are.

旅が連れて行ってくれる場所。いつも住んでいる所を離れて、少し遠い場所に行ってみる。

相手を変えようとしてくる人や何かある毎に口を出してくる人よりも、一緒にいてワクワクできる人、アイデアや未来イメージ、セルフイメージが膨らんでくる人と一緒の時間を過ごす。

行きたい場所に行けるように応援してくれる人。頑張ろうとポジティブな気持ちが高まる人。周りを固めるならそんな人。
#travel — On a self drive holiday should you take a 4x4 Rental or a RV Rental
By: Drive South Africa
Tags: Holidays, Travel, Adventure, Tourism, Traveling

#travel — On a self drive holiday should you take a 4x4 Rental or a RV Rental

You’ve booked your journey and you’re looking forward to exploring Southern Africa, but wait! What will you drive? An RV Rental or a 4x4 Rental?

These are both excellent choices, but which is right for you and your trip? Let me help you work that out!

Why RV Rental?

Campervans or RV Rentals are modified vehicles to have sleeping equipment and living space in the vehicle. It offers you an more indoor experience instead of a tent, with most campervans having a built in kitchen and sometimes even a toilet.

The only downside to Campervans is they are not all 4x4s and are unable to go on 4x4 tracks or offroad. This makes them suited to road trips and exploring places like the Winelands, Garden Route and Safari in paved parks such as Addo and Kruger National Parks.





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Campervan in the Cape Winelands[/caption]



Why 4x4?

Go everywhere, sleep under the stars, explore the world. That’s what we all think of when we think of 4x4 camping!

With the ability to go almost anywhere and over most obstacles. With options from rooftop tents to luxury safari campers, there are many ways to enjoy a 4x4 no matter your accommodation preference.





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4x4 Rental with Tent Open[/caption]



Even though the 4x4 Rental may offer more limited comfort than an RV Rental, it does permit you to explore places such as the Okavango Delta and the Kglagadi. And trust me, waking up in a remote bush camp with a lion roaring in the distance is something not to be missed.

Which one is for you?

The question really is where are you going? Are you going along the Garden route, to AfrikaBurn, to the Winelands, to the Okavango, or to the Kglagadi?





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4x4 Rental Camping on Beach[/caption]



The campervan will offer you more comfort and living space while limiting the roads you can travel on. The 4x4 Rental offers less living space compared to the campervan or RV Rental but can explore more roads.

So now you know what to choose! So let’s make your booking, tick that off your list, and get ready to travel.