 Section updated 10-10-08
 Baan Prak's unique woven fans under threat A community in Ayutthaya province's Baan Prak district has for generations produced colorful, hand-woven fans that have been popular across the country. Now the community is looking further afield in a bid to keep the folk wisdom alive.
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'Natural' farming making strides in Suphan Buri Nature itself is the main driving force behind the concept of 'natural' farming. Based in the rice-growing heartland of Suphan Buri province, the Khao Kwan Foundation has been making strides in promoting this ecologically-sensitive method of crop cultivation.
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Khao Kheow Open Zoo: A fun-filled nocturnal adventure Youthapong Charoenpan joined a night safari at one of Thailand's best-kept secrets – Khao Kheow Open Zoo – where the wild animals are certainly given more freedom to roam than its more traditional counterparts.
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Befrienders Worldwide: A friendly ear for those in need While there are numerous myths about suicide, fortunately there is a place those in genuine need of support can receive practical help while retaining anonymity, if necessary, thanks to a worldwide network called 'Befrienders Worldwide'.
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 Ekkaraj drum-makers set the tone Ekkaraj, a sub-district of Ang Thong province, has built up a solid reputation over the past 50 years as Thailand's center for the production of traditional drums.
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 Comsaed Resort a beacon for 'Thai sustainability' Amidst a recent wave of 'green' marketing plans across Thailand - especially in the hotel industry – often-neglected homegrown theories and practices of sustainability have proven to help local businesses, such as Comsaed Resort, run in self-sufficient, environmentally-friendly manners.
- Luxury homebuilders remain optimistic The smaller homebuilders and related businesses are facing the most threat from current economic conditions in this sector, but businesses building properties at the upper end remain optimistic.
- NaRaYa founder says 'know your limitations' Wasna R. Lathouras, Narai Intertrade, urges operators of small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to assess the situation carefully when an opportunity arises rather than simply rushing to expand for the sake of it.
- Yothaka: Craftsmanship, innovation win global appeal Utilizing an unfussy design approach, enhanced by fine craftsmanship and the very best in technology, furniture producer Yothaka's products have become an international success story.
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 Indian Emporium: Pahurat's indoor alternative Now you can enjoy some of the sights and sounds of Bangkok's colorful Indian district in an indoor setting thanks to the recent opening of the Indian Emporium shopping mall.
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- Nicely-trimmed facial hair 'the cat's whiskers' The 'baby face' has long been preferred over the 'burly beard' in Thailand, although not only are whiskers back in vogue, it seems that some neatly-trimmed facial hair can also win guys out there a bunch of female admirers.
- A Traveler in Siam in the Year 1655: Rites of passage A Traveler in Siam in the Year 1655 charts the experiences of Gijsbert Heeck, who arrived in Siam in 1655 aboard De Walvisch ('The Whale'), a Dutch trading vessel belonging to the Dutch East India Company.
- Motorists getting a taste for alternative fuels For those considering switching over to an engine that can run on LPG (liquid petroleum gas) or NGV (natural gas for vehicles), for the sake of safety be sure to invest plenty of time in finding a suitably-qualified installer.
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 Klong Srakaew: Kayaking trip charts pristine waters
Although the rainy season might not seem the best time of year to visit
the southern coastal province of Krabi, sometimes the gamble can really
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- Buriram's rich religious architecture Muang Tam Stone Sanctuary and Phanom Rung Historical Park, located in the northeastern province of Buriram, offer a fantastic insight into Khmer-style Buddhist architecture, as well as featuring some fascinating decorative features from Hindu mythology.
- Ruean Thai Hotel: Boutique format maintains a traditional feel Ruean Thai Hotel is conveniently located just a short walk from downtown New Sukhothai, and just a short drive from Sukhothai Historical Park. Its layout and décor offers an interesting mix of modern boutique hotel flair with traditional Thai style.
- Ayothaya Hotel: A bargain base for temple touring Centrally-located near Ayutthaya's historic temples, Ayothaya Hotel is not flashy, shiny or new, but offers a surprising degree of comfort at reasonable rates.
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 Explore top provincial destinations upcountry and down South, plus Bangkok. Find out where to go, what to do, gain region-specific insights, keep up-to-date with seasonal event information and arm yourself with safety tips.
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