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New discoveryJapanese archaeologists working near Angkor Wat have discovered a series of broken Buddha statues. The archaeologists unearthed 103 statues fragment from the site near Banteay Kdey temple, slightly northwest of Angkor Wat . Free publicationA new publication for visitors to Cambodia will soon be distributed for free at tourist locations throughout Phnom Penh and SiemReap "LEISURE CAMBODIA" will cover Cambodian attractions. Special DealsEnjoy the luxury of the Eastern & Oriental Express between Singapore and Bangkok (or vice versa) between 15th April and 20th September 2001, and receive complimentary hotel accommodation at the celebrated Oriental Hotel. Book a Pullman compartment and receive one free night in Singapore and one free night in Bangkok or book a State compartment and receive two free nights in Singapore and two free nights in Bangkok. Laos shoppingLooking for a shop to recommend in Vientiane? LAO TEXTILES was established in 1990 and is one of the leading producers of fine handwoven silk in Laos. They have exhibited in Museums and galleries around the world for more than 10 years and help visitors to Laos leave with a better understanding of Lao culture. They are always ready to provide an educational tour of our silk weaving process and explain to visitors the beauty and magic of Lao weaving. Balooning over BaganBalooning over Bagan is offered twice daily (morning and afternoon flight) operating from the late October until March. The afternoon flight is accepted with minimum 6 persons per balloon. The capacity is 1-8 persons per flight during late October and the month of March. However, the capacity will increase to 14 persons per flight during the months of November, December, January and February. Due to weather conditions, pre-bookings can only be made up to 48 hours in advance. AirlinesBANGKOK AIRWAYS is to expand its regional network of routes, planning to offer regular services to new destinations in Southern China, Laos and Vietnam in the next one to two years. The first step will be its new Bangkok-Sukothay-Luang Prabang service, scheduled to start on October 28th, with 4 flights per week (Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday) using the new Boeing 717 aircraft. EnvironmentThe Lisu Lodge has received the Conde Nast Traveler magazine's (USA) 2001 Ecotourism Award. The lodge, which opened in 1992, is situated in a Lisu village about one hour's drive north of Chiang Mai in northern Thailand. It resembles a typical village home of the Lisu, one of Thailand's ethnic minorities and was built in close collaboration with the Lisu villagers. With only 6 guest rooms and a common space surrounded by a large garden, it employs 7 Lisu, one of whom is the manager. Guests can arrange one- to four-day treks including elephant safaris, guided hikes, four-wheel-drive tours, mountain biking trips, white water rafting and visits to other villages. Guests are educated through facts sheets and trained local people are employed to act as guides in the village. Interaction between villagers and tourists is encouraged, for example, by family visits. The lodge also provides employment and income to the families of the village. In the words of Conde Nast Traveler, "This again proves that the natural world and the business world can indeed coexist and can, under the right management, even work to mutual benefit." Hotel & Resort InformationPIMALAI RESORT AND SPA in Krabi is expected to open on November 1, 2001. It's a 75 room Deluxe Boutique resort, located on Ba Kan Tiang bay, one of the nicest beaches on the South West coast of Lanta Yai Island, Krabi. The resort, being built on a hillside overlooking the bay is built in harmony with nature. EVASON RESORT HUA HIN, the former Club Aldiana, is planned to open in October 2001. The new resorts will have 40 luxury pool villas, each of them 130 sqm in size, 24 deluxe suites with 60 sqm each and standard rooms will measure 50 sqm. Asian materials and design will be used. A Six Senses Spa and extensive children's center will be added. JOY's HOUSE, about 10 minutes from downtown Chiang Mai boasts 3 houses in Lanna Style in a beautiful tropical garden and a family atmosphere. There are 7 airconditioned rooms with western facilities and 3 fan-rooms, all furnished with wooden antiques. There is also a sauna, a herbal soaking room and a massage room. Additional, plenty of activities can be arranged. Ideal for those looking for a home-stay! Ask us for more info or check www.joyshouse.net KARON VILLA PHUKET AND KARON ROYAL WING are refurbishing 173 rooms at Karon Royal Wing to be Deluxe Rooms as of November 1, 2001. KHAO LAK PALM BEACH RESORT, Khao Lak, will rename its former Deluxe Ocean rooms to Deluxe Seaview Rooms and the former Deluxe Suites are now called Deluxe Seaview Suites. The family suite doesn't exist anymore. They also have a new E-mail: Khaolakpalmbeach@cscoms.com SRI LANTA RESORT. It's a unique boutique sea resort, with 48 bungalow type rooms, with lots of flair, the decoration being somewhere between Balinese and Thai. Access is via Krabi airport, with a combined land/boat transfer takes guests through some beautiful landscape and takes about 2.5 hours total. The HOLIDAY PALACE HOTEL and casino, 50m from the beach in Sihanoukville with its 62 rooms and with full facilities is now in soft opening. The grand opening will be in September 2001 with total 160 rooms. ANGKOR CENTURY HOTEL in Siem Reap is scheduled to open on the 31st of August 2001. Located in the heart of the city, Angkor Century Hotel features 190 stylish rooms and suites equipped to international standards, several F&B outlets, a library Room and a tranquil garden setting with a Pool Bar. MYANMAR HOTELS The swimming pools of THIRIPYITSAYA SAKURA HOTEL and BAGAN HOTEL will be ready in coming October. They will be the 3rd and 4th hotels which have swimming pool in the Bagan area after Thande Nyaung Oo hotel and Bagan Golf Resort. SocialMekong ClubAddress: P O
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