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Thailand has one of the most beautiful beaches on the planet. For those that have traveled there they know that the beauty of this untouched place makes for some of the best vacations in the world. This is coupled with the vast amount of historical culture that abounds the countryside and there is never a shortage of things to do in this country. Because much of this land is untouched by development you will find that relaxation and peaceful living is more than possible. The reaches of the mighty have not gotten this far and that means that you will get the very best in the vacation arena, especially when it comes to the Thailand beach areas.
Khao Lak is a wonderful Thailand beach. Just a short drive from the airport, this paradise offers a remote vacation area like no other. Thanks to the area being largely uninhabited, there is lush rain forest nearby along with a whole host of wildlife to be viewed. The water remains warm in the November through December months and the fishing and scuba diving is out of this world.
Phuket Thailand Beach is another great spot. Enjoy this resort November through March. There is more than enough to do. It is a bit more crowded than other beaches as this area thrives on the tourism dollars that it brings in. The scuba diving is top notch in this area and you will also find some of the warmest most clear water in the world. There are several nearby attractions to keep one busy for quite a few days.
Phi Phi Don Thailand beach is quite the turn around. Once a remote and nearly unknown place, this Thailand beach came to life when Hollywood came in and filmed a movie here. It is now considered to be one of the most popular beaches in the entire country and is frequented by many big names. This is a site that you will not want to miss, as the views are breathtaking and the water warm and inviting.
West Raily Thailand beach is one of the undiscovered diamonds in the rough. There is very little that is expensive here and one can stay at the “resort” for over a week and barely tap the budget. The sands are milky white and the water clear. Scuba diving is very popular here as well as the fishing. This location is only accessible by long tail boat so plan for a bit of a long ride.
When I hear curry, I always think of Indian curry. And to tell you honestly, there had been a time when I thought that it’s the national food of the seventh largest country on the planet. But thanks to my job as a researcher, I’ve begun to learn Indian culture more. With over 20 states, each of which has its own sort of staple food, India sure has contributed a lot in the culinary world. And I found it fascinating that Indian food not only have curious names, which aren’t exactly easy to spell, but they also have a distinctly (for lack of a better term) “Asian” taste.
I learned that Indian dishes and ways of cooking vary from place to place. But it can be said that generally Indian dishes are spicy. Almost every recipe, be it for a main course dish or a drink, requires at least a pinch of spices and herbs. The best example would be, of course, the Indian curry, which is often eaten with some kind of flat bread. But, hey, curry and flatbread are not all there is to Indian cuisine. So, for those like me who are familiar with Indian cuisine as much as they are with Greek, I’ve listed down some of the most common Indian food-their names as well as their descriptions.
Hyderabad biryani This is a dish made from basmati rice and goat meat. Though beef and pork can be used, goat meat is more popular because most Indians are Muslims and Hindus, and thus do not eat meat from cattle (considered sacred by Hindus) and pig (considered dirty by Muslims). Basmati rice is a long grain variety that is known for its distinct fragrance and taste. It’s also not that sticky compared to other rice grain varieties when cooked.
Roti and chapatti These are types of flat bread made from finely milled flour. They don’t have any yeast or baking powder, but they are made with a little oil or ghee (purified or clarified butter) to make them pliable just like the Mexican soft tortilla. They are usually eaten with curries and vegetables. But unlike with a tortilla, you don’t wrap it around the filling. You simply have to fold the roti or chapati such that it creates a “scoop” at one end with which you can spoon the curry.
Rogan josh Taken from a Persian phrase meaning “cooked in oil”, this dish is just one of the many varieties of Indian curry. It includes lamb meat, oil or ghee, and different spices, such as paprika, cardamom, cumin, cinnamon, and cloves, which give the dish a red color and an exquisite spicy aroma.
Samosa A very popular snack in India , samosa is also eaten in many other parts of Asia and even in western countries. Samosa is what would otherwise be called fried dumpling in other parts of the world. Samosas in India , however, are usually triangular in shape. Its stuffing includes mashed potatoes, chili, onion, coriander, cumin seeds, and sometimes meat and paneer (Indian version of white cheese).
Masala dosa To westerners, this is crepe. Just like crepes, the masala dosa is cooked on a griddle or flat pan. The only difference is that its batter is made from rice and urad dal (a type of lentil) pastes. It may be wrapped around a filling, forming a triangle like a quesadilla, or it may be eaten with any kind of chutney (Indian sauce or salsa made from spices, herbs, fruits, and vinegar).
These are just some of the most popular Indian dishes. While they say that Indian cuisine appreciation depends on one’s taste, but I guarantee, if you learn Indian style food preparation, you’ll definitely appreciate them even more.
Even though the fuel prices recently went down and we are currently enjoying low fuel prices, you have to face reality that this will not really last that long. It is inevitable that the fuel prices will start to increase again soon and you should expect that the prices for other commodities will also rise.
And, in the current state that the economy is in today, you will want to save as much money as you possibly can. Besides, with the number of companies closing down and the number of mass layoffs going on, you really can’t tell whether you are secured in your job or not.
If you really want to save money, then you may want to try selling your old gasoline powered car and start looking for a cheaper alternative.
Today, more and more people are relying on public or mass transportation in order to save money gasoline. However, you may be glad to know that it is possible for you to own a car without even spending a single cent on gasoline.
Through electric cars, you will be able to save a lot of money on gasoline and at the same time, still have a personal vehicle that you will be able to drive anywhere and anytime.
Cars do add to our convenience. Without it, life would be a lot harder. If you sell your gasoline powered car, you are not really giving up on this convenience but what you are actually doing is invest the money you get in electric cars.
It is a fact that electric cars do cost more compared to conventional cars. However, if you take a look at it in the long run, you will find that electric cars are a lot cheaper. Why?
For starters, you don’t have to buy gasoline in order to make the car run ever again. Electric cars run purely on electricity. Instead of an internal combustion engine, electric cars have electric motors that are connected to a power source, which is a series of batteries.
You need to understand that the concept of electric cars have existed ever since the first car was invented. The only problem was that the technology back then wasn’t as advanced as the one we already have today, particularly battery cell technology.
Batteries installed in electric cars today are more powerful, smaller, lighter in weight, and is also faster to charge. Basically, the distance was the flaw of electric cars in the past. However, thanks to modern technology, this flaw is now considered to be a thing of the past. With electronic cars today, you will now be able to travel across the states without worrying about charging the batteries.
And, a dollar’s worth of electricity will be able to take you a hundred miles or even more in electric cars.
What’s more is that the government is now encouraging people to buy electric cars. The federal government is now offering tax incentives to people who own and use electric cars.
These are just some of the big money saving advantages that you will get if you own and use electric car. As you can see, you will be able to save hundreds or even thousands of dollars in gasoline as well as in tax breaks. Electric cars may be more expensive than conventional cars but if you take a look at the benefits and advantages it offers, you will find that electric cars will be a lot cheaper in the long run.
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