Thailand International Dog Show 2008

Thailand International Dog Show 2008
Date : 26 - 29 June 2008
Venue : IMPACT Exhibition and Convention Center

SmartHeart Presents: Thailand International Dog Show 2008 is the largest annual dog show in Thailand. It serves as a gathering place for owners and their dogs to enjoy special activities together and to find a wide array of dog care and healthcare products and services at special prices. Along with the exhibition and dog show competitions, educational seminar sessions are also provided for dog owners to learn about proper caring from dog experts.

Hi-light : Dog show championships and competitions, “Green Dog….Green World” fashion show, demonstration of dog “hydrotherapy” and “water treadmill,” microchip injection at special price.

Activities : Dog games and entertainment, obedience course, dog care workshops and seminars, and mobile clinic for dog medical check-up.

Contact : IMPACT Exhibition Management Co., Ltd., Tel: +66 2 833-5122

For more information about Thailand International Dog Show on 2008,
please visit our website www.thailand-dogshow.com

Amazing Thailand Grand Sale 2008

If your hobby is shopping, you have to visit the country from 1 June to 31 August. During the sale, we have goods from all over the world from renowned brand names of clothing and accessories to new collections of Thai handicrafts for home decorations. Products made of Thai silk will also be on sale. Moreover, the beautiful folk-designed and hand-woven fabrics can fill your heart with joy. Sports equipment, sportswear and electrical appliances are reasonably priced, too.

To make your stay more convenient, different services are meticulously arranged to ensure luxurious convenience while you do your shopping here. We have a wide selection of hotels, serviced apartments, restaurants of various cuisine, theme parks, and travel agencies, to name just a few.

Contact:
Tourism Investment Department, Tourism Authority of Thailand
Tel : 0 2250 5500 ext. 2951
TAT Call Center 1672
Website : www.tourismthailand.org

The Siam Tulip Festival of Chaiyaphum

BLOOMING KRACHIAO FLOWER FESTIVAL/The Siam Tulip Festival of Chaiyaphum
Date : JUNE 1 - AUGUST 31, 2008
Venue : Pa Hin Ngam National Park, Ban Rai district Thep Sathit district and Sai Thong National Park, Nong Bua Rawa district, Chaiyaphum Province.

The unique geographical landscape of Chaiyaphum Province in the northeast of Thailand gives rise to a range of natural attractions of exceptional beauty. Of these, the fields of pinkish-purple Siam Tulip, or "Dok Krachiao", come in to full bloom in the early part of the rainy season from June to August.

Also commonly called ’patumma’, ’bua sawan’ (heaven lotus), or ’bua bok’ (the land lotus), the Siam Tulip is a member of the ginger genera — Curcuma or Zingiberaceae.

For any futher information
Pa Hin Ngam National Park : Tel. 0-4489-0105
Sai Thong National Park : Tel. 08-282-3437, 08-1877-8485, Mon.-Fri. 09.00 - 16.00 hr.
TAT Northeastern Office : Region 1 : Tel.0-4421-3030, 0-4421-3666
Fax. 0-4421-3667 or call center 1672

Yasothon Bun Bangfai Rocket Festival

Annual ritual to ensure that the seasonal rains fall at the appropriate time in the planting cycle. In the process, Buddhist merit-making traditions are also observed and reinforced. The festival, which is held over a period of three days, strengthens community spirit. The first day known as “Wan Suk Dip” features a ritual to play homage to Chao Pu, the spirit of the city pillar. The second day is the rocket procession day. Each is escorted by a colourful dance troupe. The rocket are finally launched on the third day in which various rockets and beauty contests are held. It is also a day for the ordination of novices with festive celebrations following merit-making rituals.

Contact :
TAT Northeastern Office : Region 2
Tel : 0 4524 3770-1
Yasothon Municipality Office
Tel : 0 4571 1397 Ext. : 112
Website : www.tat.or.th/festival

Visakha Buddha Bucha Festival

Duration 15 – 19 May 2008
VENUE Sanam Luang, Phranakhon District, Bangkok

ACTIVITIES
Decorated processions on Visakha Bucha Day of government and private working units and exhibition about Visakha Bucha Day, contest of flower bush Trays, Contest of Soraphanya Reciting

For more information, please contact
Bangkok Tourism Division Tel. 0 2225 7612-4