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Top Of The Gulf Regatta International 2012 (Pattaya)

peppersthaifood — Tue, 10 Apr 2012 07:56:39 +0000

May 4, 2012 – May 8, 2012

Growing year-on-year, Asia’s largest regatta, the Top of the Gulf Regatta, continues to lead the way with organisers at full pace preparing for the 8th Regatta in 2012. Scheduled to run 4th to 8th May, over the long weekend celebrating His Majesty the King of Thailand’s Coronation, the Regatta will feature a diverse fleet from Optimists to state-of-the-art racing keelboats from around Asia and beyond.

Negotiations are being finalized for a two day extreme sailboard event in association with Neil Pryde, as well as possibly adding a Bic Open dinghy class or division. The Regatta continues to lead from the front and innovate.

Organisers have been informed of additional TP 52 yachts considering to compete. To accommodate these yachts, Ocean Marina has been dredged providing an additional 1.5 metre draft to 3.5 meters at LLW, and the new pontoons are under final negotiation for completion in time for the Regatta, thus providing moorings for the additional visiting yachts and support vessels needed to run the event.

The majority of our supporting sponsors are already back on board and negotiations are well in hand for 2012 Co-Sponsors. We again take this opportunity to thank our generous anonymous donor who helped us in 2011.

We look forward to welcoming you to the 8th Top of the Gulf Regatta in May 2012.

For more information : www.tourismthailand.org

Pineapple Nang Lae and Lin Chee Chiangrai festival

peppersthaifood — Tue, 10 Apr 2012 07:38:06 +0000

1 May 2012 – 30 May 2012

Lin Chee from Chiangrai has been well-known as the most quality and quantity Lin Chee of the country. Its area of cultivating include 18 districts, more than 32,269 rai. The Lin chee has produced to market more over 15,839 tons. The unique qualification of Nang Lae Pineapple are sweet taste and smell. Its area of cultivating is about 11,469 rai. Nang Lae pineapple has produced to the market more than 34,407 tons. Agriculturalists growing the pineapple earn income more over 350 million baht per year and the production’s tendency is increasing.
The event is to widely promote Nang Lae pineapple, especially Phu Lae species, to people all over the country. It supports Chiangrai to be the center of pineapple and Lin Chee market in the country and also support agro-tourism.

Activities
* Nang Lae pineapple and Lin Chee products contest
* Precessed products contest
* Cooking with Nang Lae pineapple and Lin Chee competition
* agricultural products, Lin Chee and pineapple market
* OTOP products distribution

For more information : www.tourismthailand.org

Songkran Festival

peppersthaifood — Tue, 10 Apr 2012 07:23:22 +0000

Songkran embodies traditional Thai cultural values. The underlying significance of Songkran is the process of cleansing and purification starting the New Year afresh with all that is good and pure.

Bangkok Songkran Festival (Bangkok) April 11, 2012 – April 16, 2012
Isan Songkran Festival and Dok Khun Siang Khaen Songkran Festival (Khon Kaen) 11 Apr 2012 – 18 Apr 2012
Hat Yai Midnight Songkran Festival (Hat Yai) 11 Apr 2012 – 13 Apr 2012
Southern Grand Songkran Festival (Nakhon Si Thammarat) 11 Apr 2012 – 15 Apr 2012
Songkran Festival and Food Festival in Sawankhalok (Sukhothai) 11 Apr 2012 – 15 Apr 2012
Nong Khai Grand Songkran Festival (Nong Khai) 12 Apr 2012 – 15 Apr 2012
Nakhon Phanom Songkran Festival (Nakhon Phanom) 12 Apr 2012 – 15 Apr 2012
Chiang Mai Songkran Festival (Chiang Mai) 12 Apr 2012 – 15 Apr 2012
Songkran On The Beach (Phuket) 13 Apr 2012 – 15 Apr 2012
Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Songkran Festival (Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya) 13 Apr 2012 – 15 Apr 2012
The Miracle Songkran in Suphan Buri (Suphanburi) 13 Apr 2012 – 16 Apr 2012
Ko Sichang Songkran Festival (Chon Buri) 13 Apr 2012 – 19 Apr 2012

For more infomation : www.tourismthailand.org

The Royal Flora Ratchaphruek of 2011

peppersthaifood — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 03:53:22 +0000

The Royal Flora Ratchaphruek of 2011 will be held from 14 December 2011 to 14 March 2012, in the Thai city of Chiang Mai. It is one of the grand celebrations hosted by the Royal Thai Government in honor of King Bhumibol, the world’s longest reigning monarch. The event is to mark the 84th birthday of His Majesty in 2011. The event, featuring over 2.5 million trees and plants, should boost the export and tourism sectors. Initially, at leat 10 countries will join the exhibition.

For information please visit www.royalflora2011.com or call 02-579 7531 ext 11, 14
e-mail: royalflora_doa.bkk@hotmail.com, royalflora@royalflora2011.com

BOI Fair 2011

peppersthaifood — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 03:29:25 +0000

The event will also highlight the achievements of Thai industry in the areas of technology and innovation, which will greatly enhance its efficiency and competitiveness in the future and result in new, environment-friendly production. In addition, it will provide an occasion for members of the industrial community to meet, conduct business, and network. Just as importantly, BOI Fair 2011 will build confidence in Thailand’s economy while also improving the country’s image. It will give wide exposure to the Thai industrial sector’s commitment to serving society and to preserving the natural environment.

Naga Fireball Phenomenon

peppersthaifood — Wed, 12 Oct 2011 05:55:41 +0000

Be excited with the world’s only phenomenon of shooting fireballs from the Mekong River. Join in paying homage to the Chedi in the river, Theworohana alms offering ceremony, light and sound presentation “Opening the Legend of the Naga Rockets”, sales of food and local products, competition of the float to worship the Naga, wax castle contest of communities around Wat Hai Sok in which the offerings are then presented to the Goddess Song Nang. Enjoy viewing the Royal Trophy procession, giant Krathong contest in front of Wat Siri Maha Katchai, end of Buddhist Lent traditional long boat races, cheer squad competition, and ancient traditional long boat races.

When : 11-12 October 2011

Where : Phon Pisai district, Muang district, and many districts along Mae Khong River Nong Kai Province Phon Pisai district, Muang district, and many districts along Mae Khong River Nong Kai Province

For More Information :

Contact : Tel: +6642467164, +6642420323

Tak Bat Devo in Uthaithani province

peppersthaifood — Wed, 12 Oct 2011 05:48:13 +0000

Tak Bat Devo in Uthaithani province, about 500 Buddhist monks walk from the peak of Sakaekrang mountain, bringing a sacred Buddha image to receive offerings from the local people.For More Information : Tel. +66 85 651 4982

Nakhon Phanom Illuminated Boat Procession

peppersthaifood — Wed, 12 Oct 2011 05:35:00 +0000

Tradition long boat races on the Mekong River. Wax castles and illuminated float procession, competition on floating illuminated boats on the night of Ok Phansa (end of Buddhist Lent), local cultural performances, dancing to worship Phrathat Phanom which is jointly performed by 7 ethnic groups wearing their traditional costumes.

For More Information :

Contact : Nakhon Panom Provincial Office
Tel. +66 4251 1287,+66 4251 1574
TAT Nakhon Panom Office
Tel. +66 4251 3490-2

Chonburi Buffalo Race

peppersthaifood — Tue, 27 Sep 2011 07:11:11 +0000

Buffalo racing may be slower than horse racing, but the buffaloes are no slouches when it comes to making a short dash for glory.

Although this day of fun and competition would succeed with just buffaloes as the celebrities, there are other activities to make it a worthwhile outing for families.

A fair with food stalls and handicrafts appeals to visitors loving authentic Thai food, snacks and sweets. There are rides for children, folk music concerts and a beauty contest of which the prize is the honour of being declared ‘Miss Buffalo’.

It is a festival that provides photo opportunities and is always the conclusion of those who make the effort to travel to Chonburi.

Activities:

- Traditional wagon parade
- Cultural preservation parade from the government and private sectors
- Various buffalo contests such as beautiful types, funny types, etc.
- Sea mussel opening contest
- Beauty contest
- Folk games such as oiled pole climbing, rattan ball, Thai boxing, slingshot shooting, etc.

http://www.tourismthailand.org/

Prachinburi Agricultural Fair

peppersthaifood — Fri, 27 May 2011 03:28:47 +0000

Prachinburi Agricultural Fair
Date: June – July 2011
Venue: In front of Prachinburi City Hall (the old building), Muang district, Prachinburi province

Activities
- Fruits, vegetables, seeds, agricultural products, and local exemplary products (OTOP) market
- Quality Fruit contest – giant fruit, long vegetables, and ornamental plants and flowers along with the vote for Miss Popular
- Agriculture-themed floats parade & contest
- Agricultural activities demonstration and contest
- Orchard and agricultural tours

For more information:
Prachinburi Agricultural Office Tel. +66 3721 7871
Tourism Authority of Thailand, Nakhon Nayok office Tel. +66 3731 2282, +66 3731 2284

http://www.tourismthailand.org