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- Green Traveler | Urban Hotels An Eco-Trend Moves ut of the Wilderness
- Thai police say Swedish tourist was murdered while walking along a…
- ne dead 13 hurt in bomb blast in southern Thailand
- Carey sells story for $180000
- Deaf mute and touring world on a bike
- After traveling to 43 countries local adventurer has savvy advice
- Investors are uncomfortable but not worried: biz leader

Green Traveler | Urban Hotels An Eco-Trend Moves ut of the Wilderness
New York Times – Mar 16, 2008
“I felt strongly that we wanted to reduce our impact and try to be a green hotel” she said adding that it was also important to her 31-year-old son Joey. To that end no trees were cut down during the inn’s renovation and most of the fixtures (stairs doors and windows) were constructed from salvaged teak wood with the worn details in the rebuilt wood adding to the authenticity and charm of the rooms. (As do the Thai silk bedspreads pillows and curtains all of course locally produced. )More critical however is the ld Bangkok Inn’s solar energy program. Sunlight streams through panels on the roof not only flooding the upstairs hallway with light during the day (reducing the need for electricity) but also heating the hot water for the entire hotel. Amazingly not once did I wait for warm water to emerge from the shower head (a low-flow one of course situated next to a matching low-flow toilet with dual flush. ) Nor did I miss the now standard hotel bathroom kit of lotions and potions particularly since two small green porcelain containers in the shower were filled with the most fragrant-smelling shampoo and soaps… Amazingly not once did I wait for warm water to emerge from the shower head (a low-flow one of course situated next to a matching low-flow toilet with dual flush. ) Nor did I miss the now standard hotel bathroom kit of lotions and potions particularly since two small green porcelain containers in the shower were filled with the most fragrant-smelling shampoo and soaps. As well as a linen and towel re-use option the Inn has room sensors that shut down the lights and appliances (including the flat-screen computers) the moment a guest leaves the room and guests upon check-in are immediately asked if they would like to donate a dollar for each night they stay (a notable amount in.

Thai police say Swedish tourist was murdered while walking along a…
International Herald Tribune – Mar 16, 2008
n Saturday afternoon Backlund asked her travel companion to join her for a walk on the beach but the friend stayed back at the hotel Sakchai said. When Backlund failed to return the friend went looking for her and found her body in the sand. Initial investigations indicate that she was followed from her hotel and attacked. Today in Asia & Pacific.

ne dead 13 hurt in bomb blast in southern Thailand
China Post – Mar 16, 2008
Pornjit Prapinvanich director of Pattani hospital told the Nation TV channel that one person was killed and 13 others were wounded. f the 13 10 patients were already discharged Pornjit said. Subscribe to The China Post and save.

Carey sells story for $180000
NEWS.com.au – Mar 16, 2008
It is likely to face a massive backlash over its decision to pay the disgraced footballer especially given its recent "white ribbon” campaign. In November New Idea launched the campaign to raise awareness of domestic violence and received the backing of big name stars including actor Nicole Kidman and journalist Jana Wendt. But in this "tell-all” story despite allegations of Carey "glassing” Neilson on one occasion and bashing her on others the troubled couple say they are still together after recently holidaying in Thailand. In January Carey was sprayed with capsicum and escorted by police from his luxury Port Melbourne penthouse after police responded to a call from the fallen footy champion to have two women – Neilson and her flatmate Sabella Sugar – removed from his home. When police arrived he allegedly lashed out at the officers who sprayed and handcuffed him. In ctober last year Carey was arrested at a Miami hotel after he allegedly smashed a wine glass in Neilson’s face. Neilson has since claimed the incident was sparked by a "simple misunderstanding”… In January Carey was sprayed with capsicum and escorted by police from his luxury Port Melbourne penthouse after police responded to a call from the fallen footy champion to have two women – Neilson and her flatmate Sabella Sugar – removed from his home. When police arrived he allegedly lashed out at the officers who sprayed and handcuffed him. In ctober last year Carey was arrested at a Miami hotel after he allegedly smashed a wine glass in Neilson’s face. Neilson has since claimed the incident was sparked by a "simple misunderstanding”. Carey has pleaded not guilty to attacking two police officers at the hotel after the incident between Neilson and him and is due to face a Miami court on the charges next month. In ctober 2006 Carey allegedly hit himself over the head with a champagne bottle and wrestled with a security guard after an alleged domestic dispute with Neilson in a New York hotel room. A security guard alleged he saw Carey "smacking” Neilson in their room at the W Hotel and tried to intervene.

Deaf mute and touring world on a bike
Electric New Paper – Mar 16, 2008
He gave the thumbs-up to Australia and New Zealand as his favourite destinations so far followed by Japan and Hong Kong. He typically spends his days approaching the locals browsing newspapers and taking photos with his digital camera. In Singapore he is staying at Hangout Hotel@Mt Emily. He arrived three weeks ago and will be here until the end of May. Miss Jo Chieng marketing executive at the hotel said: ‘He loves taking pictures and he is very vain. He will always take off his glasses before any photo. ‘ Mr Yarets started his journey from Belarus on May 2000… He will always take off his glasses before any photo. ‘ Mr Yarets started his journey from Belarus on May 2000. From the route he traced on his map with his finger it looked like he is heading to Malaysia next before ending his tour in Thailand. However before he could begin his Singapore tour MrYarets ran into problems. Miss Guna Pannirselvam another hotel employee said: ‘He didn’t have a permit for his bike. ‘We tried going to the Land Transport Authority the Port of Singapore Authority headquarters the Belarus Embassy and even made a police report. ‘ This issue affected him.

After traveling to 43 countries local adventurer has savvy advice
spokesmanreview.com – Mar 16, 2008
ver-blouses help hide money belts. “When she gets good recommendations Schelly likes to hire a personal guide. She tries to be part of a group in the evening. “Listen and look for ‘red flags’ as you move things that don’t seem right. “Advances from men should be dealt with firmly and immediately she said. “You should treat me like your sister” is an effective response to men in Islamic countries she said. And even though she’s attractive and athletic she’s found another good turn-off phrase: “I’m old enough to be your mother! That’s a good one” she said… “She tries to befriend hotel staffers and make her questions personal. For example: “Where would you take your mother to eat?” Food is a joy and a threat to travel in developing countries. “I often ask people if there is any good street food because it’s usually tasty and cheap especially in places like Thailand” she said. But she strictly follows a rule preached by former Spokane physician and Everest climber Jim States: “Boil it bake it fry it or forget it. ” “Check for cleanliness to see if the food is turning over quickly and make sure the food is being cooked in front of you” she said. In-country transportation is an adventure in itself Schelly said noting that in many places she avoids getting in taxis alone. “Buses often are the best choice” she said.

Investors are uncomfortable but not worried: biz leader
sunstar.com.ph – Mar 16, 2008
Star blog on President Arroyo”Investors are uncomfortable but they are not worried” he said. Dee together with some high-ranking government officials was in the city Friday to grace the 3rd National Infrastructure Forum at the Marco Polo Hotel. Most CorruptEarly this week the Hong Kong based survey firm Political and Economic Risk Consultancy revealed that the Philippines is considered by most businessmen as the most corrupt country in Asia closely followed by Thailand and Indonesia. But this too was downplayed by Dee. “But if you really look at it the Philippines is not any worse than that of Thailand or Indonesia” he said. According to Dee it just so happened that the Philippines is more open in discussing corruption in the government compared to the other countries… Star blog on President Arroyo”Investors are uncomfortable but they are not worried” he said. Dee together with some high-ranking government officials was in the city Friday to grace the 3rd National Infrastructure Forum at the Marco Polo Hotel. Most CorruptEarly this week the Hong Kong based survey firm Political and Economic Risk Consultancy revealed that the Philippines is considered by most businessmen as the most corrupt country in Asia closely followed by Thailand and Indonesia. But this too was downplayed by Dee. “But if you really look at it the Philippines is not any worse than that of Thailand or Indonesia” he said. According to Dee it just so happened that the Philippines is more open in discussing corruption in the government compared to the other countries. “We are the ones advertising that our country is corrupt” Dee said.

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