Is it Safe to go on an Eco Tour in Thailand now?

This is a good questions with an easy answer, yes! Thailand has had some political trouble recently but the good news is that most problems have mainly been concentrated in Bangkok. Also there have been no incidents which involved foreigners at all. The Thai people are undoubtedly passionate about the politics of their country but they are also one of the most respectful group of people in the world.

The Thai people respect foreigners and welcome foreigners to their country and this is regardless of whether there are protests or not. So yes this is a good time to go to Thailand and enjoy this wonderful country. Thailand has been for a very long time one of the favorite places for travel in the world and will continue to be for a very long time to come.

One of the most popular and safest destinations in Thailand is Chiang Mai. Located only one house flight from Bangkok it is a peaceful, beautiful and very welcoming destination. Chiang Mai for very good reasons is one of the most visited places in Thailand.

Chiang Mai is the largest and most culturally significant city in northern Thailand, and is the capital of Chiang Mai Province. It is located among some of the highest mountains in the country. Chiang Mai has become an increasingly modern city and has many attractions for the thousands of foreign visitors who come each year.

Chiang Mai International Airport receives up to 28 flights a day from Bangkok and also serves as a local hub for services to other northern cities such as Chiang Rai, Phrae and Mae Hong Son. International services also connect Chiang Mai with other regional centers, including Hong Kong (China), Jinghong, (China), Kaohsiung (Taiwan), Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia), Kunming (China), Luang Phrabang (Laos), Mandalay (Myanmar), Manila (Philippines), Seoul (Korea), Siem Reap (Cambodia), Singapore (Singapore), and Taipei (Taiwan).

Chiang Mai is a great place for an eco tour and a meaningful travel experience. The city and surrounding areas have so much to offer. The city itself is such a great holiday spot with many guesthouses and shops and the many temples spread around the city give the city its charm.

Around Chiangmai there are many opportunities for the responsible traveler such as volunteering, hilltribe homestay, trekking and adventure sports. There is so much to do which can keep you busy for a very long time!

What does it mean to be a responsible traveler in Thailand and join an eco tour ? Anyone can be a responsible traveler! Responsible travel or eco travel as it is mostly called means to go travel or join an eco tour that follows the eco way of travel.

The Eco travel way is the essence of responsible travel. Eco travel follows the principles of responsible travel which means a way of travel that conserves the local environment and benefits the well-being of the local people.

It means respecting the local people and environment by leaving the place as you found it, and even improving it by environmental work or volunteering. Mass tourism tends to leave a big footprint which harms the environment and also creates a lot of inconvenience for the local people. Also eco tours try to benefit the local people as much as possible by employing local tour guides and using locally owned and operated facilities.

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Singapore & Kuala Lumpur Trip [HQ] – 2008

Le Meridien Kuala Lumpur $124.52 Le Meridien Kuala Lumpur > KUL > 2 Jalan Stesen Sentral > Kuala Lumpur > > 50470>Le Meridien Kuala Lumpur is one of the most accessible hotels in the city, just 28 minutes away from KL International Airport by KLIA Ekspres train. The futuristic silhouette looming 35 storeys above KL Sentral heralds a new era in business travel. It was built with the latest technology of the 21st century in mind to serve the international business community.>

Mandarin Oriental Kuala Lumpur $149.54 Mandarin Oriental Kuala Lumpur > KUL > 50088 Kuala Lumpur > Kuala Lumpur > > 50088>The Mandarin Oriental, Kuala Lumpur is the perfect place to reside whether for business or pleasure. This hotel is located adjacent to the world famous Petronas Twin Towers, overlooking a lush 50 acre park. It prime location within the Kuala Lumpur City Centre is linked by a direct walkway to the Suria KLCC, the city’s largest retail development and the Twin Towers. The hotel features an extended range of business services, exceptional recreational facilities, a spa, and six food and beverage outlets. The Mandarin Oriental features 643 luxurious guestrooms, all beautifully appointed, and equipped with great amenities. The bathrooms are equipped with a separate bathtub and shower. Room service is available 24 hours a day. The Mandarin Oriental Vitality Club offers state of the art fitness facilities and rejuvenating spa and massage therapies. Guest can relax in the sauna, steam room or the Thalgo Marine Spa. The onsite restaurants offer a great choice of fine Asian cuisines and International cuisine, as well. The Mandarin Oriental, Kuala Lumpur is a great choice for luxury and convenience in a coveted location.>The preferred airport for Mandarin Oriental Kuala Lumpur is Kuala Lumpur (KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl.) 44.1 km / 27.4 mi. Distances are calculated in a straight line from the property’s location to the point of interest or airport and may not reflect actual travel distance. Distances are displayed to the nearest 0. 1 mile and kilometre.

Hotel Maya Kuala Lumpur $117.87 Hotel Maya Kuala Lumpur > KUL > 138, Jalan Ampang > Kuala Lumpur > > 55000>Location. Situated in the Golden Triangle neighborhood, in the heart of Kuala Lumpur, this property is close to Petronas Philharmonic Hall and Petronas Towers. Also nearby are Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre and Kuala Lumpur Tower. Features. Hotel Maya Kuala Lumpur has a health club, an indoor pool, a spa tub, a steam room, and a sauna. The onsite spa at this 4.5 star property offers facial treatments, body treatments, and beauty services. Business amenities include a business center, complimentary wireless Internet access, meeting rooms for small groups, and audio visual equipment. Hotel Maya Kuala Lumpur has a restaurant and a bar/lounge. Guests are served a complimentary breakfast each morning. Event facilities consist of a ballroom, conference rooms, and banquet facilities. The property may provide extended parking privileges to guests after check out (surcharge). A total renovation of this property was completed in October 2004. Guestrooms. Amenities featured in guestrooms include air conditioning, coffee/tea makers, and minibars. Turndown service is offered on request. Guestrooms have televisions with free movie channels. Business friendly amenities include complimentary wireless Internet access, desks, and free local calls. Complimentary bottled water is provided. All guestrooms provide refrigerators and complimentary bottled water. Bathrooms feature separate bathtubs and showers, bathroom phones, and bathrobes. Guestroom services include a turndown service and housekeeping. Select guestrooms have city views. >The preferred airport for Hotel Maya Kuala Lumpur is Kuala Lumpur (KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl.) 44.5 km / 27.6 mi. Distances are calculated in a straight line from the property’s location to the point of interest or airport and may not reflect actual travel distance. Distances are displayed to the nearest 0. 1 mile and kilometre.

The Ritz-Carlton, Kuala Lumpur $133.87 The Ritz-Carlton, Kuala Lumpur > KUL > Number 168 Jalan Imbi > Kuala Lumpur > > 55100>Location. Praised for its unmatched location, the Ritz Carlton Kuala Lumpur is positioned in the entertainment district of Malaysia’s chief commercial and transportation hub. Offering convenient access to dining and shopping, this downtown boutique connects to the Starhill gallery, where guests can charge purchases to their room at the Ritz. The Petronas Twin Towers are the worlds tallest buildings and only 10 minutes from the hotel.Hotel Features. Enriching the lives of their distinguished clientele, the Ritz Carlton Kuala Lumpur has a fitness center, a full service spa and modular conference spaces. What sets this hotel apart is their 24 hour butler service. From preparing candlelight champagne toasts and aromatic baths, to nightly turndown service with fresh flowers and chocolate, these butlers were the reason why the Ritz Carlton Kuala Lumpur was recently recognized for being among the top five butler hotels in the world. Setting the standard for service and luxury in Kuala Lumpur, the Ritz Carlton provides complimentary alcoholic and non alcoholic beverages, canapés, sandwiches and pastries in the Club Lounge throughout the day. Open for lunch and dinner, the hotel’s showcase restaurant, Li Yen, boasts an accomplished menu of Cantonese cuisine while guests are entertained by live traditional Chinese music. Guestrooms. With floor to ceiling windows and spacious interiors, guestrooms are a playground for the brilliant Malaysian light that dances on the surfaces of high end furniture and early 20th century artwork. Private butlers handle laundry and dry cleaning for their esteemed hotel patrons. Guestroom amenities include complimentary Internet access, marble bathrooms and in room childcare. Expert Tip. From the moment they arrive, travelers will witness unparalleled service as they are escorted to their guestrooms where chilled aromatherapy towels await them and the check in process is finalized in privacy.>The preferred airport for The Ritz Carlton, Kuala Lumpur is Kuala Lumpur (KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl.) 43.2 km / 26.9 mi. Distances are calculated in a straight line from the property’s location to the point of interest or airport and may not reflect actual travel distance. Distances are displayed to the nearest 0. 1 mile and kilometre.

Hilton Kuala Lumpur $98.7 Hilton Kuala Lumpur > KUL > 3 Jalan Stesen Sentral > Kuala Lumpur > > 50470>Location. This city center hotel is located in Kuala Lumpur, close to Masjid Negara, Islamic Arts Museum, and National Museum. Also nearby are Merdeka Square and Kuala Lumpur Tower. Features. Hilton Kuala Lumpur has a health club, an outdoor pool, a spa tub, a steam room, and a sauna. Hilton Kuala Lumpur features a full service spa. Business amenities at this 5.0 star property include a business center, wireless Internet access (surcharge), meeting rooms for small groups, and a technology helpdesk. This 5.0 star property provides an airport shuttle (surcharge). Business amenities at this 5.0 star property consist of a ballroom and conference rooms. The staff can arrange tour/ticket assistance, wedding services, event catering, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Additional amenities include a nightclub, a fitness facility, and a concierge desk. Guestrooms. 510 guestrooms are available at Hilton Kuala Lumpur. 42 inch plasma televisions with pay movies are available in guestrooms. Business friendly amenities include high speed (wired) Internet access (surcharge), wireless Internet access (surcharge), and desks. Complimentary bottled water is provided. All guestrooms provide refrigerators and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms feature bathroom TVs, bathroom phones, and bathrobes. Amenities featured in guestrooms include DVD players, speakerphones, and air conditioning. Additional amenities offered include washers/dryers, clock radios, and blackout drapes/curtains. Guestroom services include a turndown service and housekeeping. In addition, amenities available on request include hypo allergenic bedding. >The preferred airport for Hilton Kuala Lumpur is Kuala Lumpur (KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl.) 42.2 km / 26.2 mi. Distances are calculated in a straight line from the property’s location to the point of interest or airport and may not reflect actual travel distance. Distances are displayed to the nearest 0. 1 mile and kilometre.