There is good news for travelers, especially the Asian travelers. The desirous entrepreneur and founder of AirAsia Airlines, Anthony Francis Fernandes aka Tony Fernandes has proposed a new collaboration that is going to boost the slumping aviation industry of India.
Frenandes, who is of Indian origin and based in Kuala Lumpur founded the AirAsia in 2001. He formed the company by mortgaging his house right after the 9/11 attacks. This shows the fierce optimism of Mr. Fernandes.
He is probably the Read more [...]
Khao Kheow Open Zoo Has Welcomed Its Newest Members – Four Newborn Meerkats
The birth of the baby Meerkats came just days before the Zoo hosts a Children’s Day event on Saturday. “It’s a pleasure for us to have four pups as our newest members. The parent still keep them underground and they only started coming out of the burrow recently. Judging by what he’s seen, the vet said the quartet is healthy,” said Attaporn Srihayrun, the zoo’s assistant director. “The pups stay close to their parents and don’t allow our officers to get close. It’ll take time Read more [...]
Animals receive icy treats at Khao Kheow Open Zoo
Khao Kheow Open Zoo is distributing icy treats to animals as relief for heat, relaxing animals from stress. Khao Kheow Open Zoo’s Director Suriya Saengpong has said that the zoo is now feeding frozen fruits and syrups to animals to increase their energy and relive their stress and savageness caused by the extreme heat during March and April. He has said the care for animals during hot weather is crucial as animals tend to be stressed from the increased temperature, resulting in the reduced likelihood Read more [...]
Khao Kheow Open Zoo Invites Visitors To Watch Migratory Pelicans
Khao Kheow Open Zoo is inviting the general public to enjoy the pelicans, which have migrated to the zoo during the rainy season. A large group of Spot-billed Pelicans were seen flocking to the reservoir of Khao Kheow Open Zoo’s Botanical Garden to catch small fish alongside the resident painted storks, forming a spectacular sight. The coexistence between the two groups of bird occurs yearly from June – August and can be found only at Khao Kheow Open Zoo. Spot-billed Pelican or grey pelican Read more [...]
Chiang Mai Zoo Welcomes A Baby Red-Shanked Douc Monkey
Chiang Mai Zoo has proclaimed that it will consolidate a naming competition for a baby red-shanked douc monkey, the sixth of its kind in the zoo. Niphon Wichairat the Director of Chiang Mai Zoo said the zoo newly welcomed its new member, red-shanked douc monkey whose sex was still obscure. Its father is six-year-old “Boo” and mother is five-year-old “Nang.” A naming competition for the baby monkey will happen soon. Red-shanked douc monkeys are bright since there are five shades everywhere on their Read more [...]
Zoos offer fathers free entry on Father’s Day
The Zoological Park Organization will permit free entry to zoos under its care as a gift for fathers on the National Father’s Day. The zoos that join in this promotion include Dusit Zoo in Bangkok, Khao Kheow Open Zoo in Chonburi, Korat Zoo in Nakhon Ratchasima, Songkhla Zoo, Khon Kaen Zoo and Ubon Ratchathani Zoo. Fathers will allow to enter these zoos without any charge on December 5. A press conference held on December 2nd outside the Zoological Park Organization office. The Zoological Park Read more [...]
A Union Planned In Heaven, Quite Literally!
Posted by admin on February 21st, 2013
There is good news for travelers, especially the Asian travelers. The desirous entrepreneur and founder of AirAsia Airlines, Anthony Francis Fernandes aka Tony Fernandes has proposed a new collaboration that is going to boost the slumping aviation industry of India.
Frenandes, who is of Indian origin and based in Kuala Lumpur founded the AirAsia in 2001. He formed the company by mortgaging his house right after the 9/11 attacks. This shows the fierce optimism of Mr. Fernandes.
He is probably the Read more [...]
Gear up for an ultimate Thai adventure @ Khao Kheow open zoo
Posted by admin on February 20th, 2013
Nothing gets better than 1 Day Eco Adventure + Flight of the gibbon + After Dark Safari Package. This 3-in-1 adventure tour is designed in such a manner that you can enjoy every aspect of Khao Kheow Open Zoo’s fun filled ambience. Experience the entertaining activities of eco adventure tour like, Breakfast with Suriya (Orangutan), Bird aviary, Wildlife animal presentation, Penguin Parade, etc; at early morning. After this sit down and enjoy somemouth-watering Thai and international delicacies at Read more [...]
Endangered Hog Nosed Bat: Conserve Wildlife To Conserve Yourself
Posted by admin on February 18th, 2013
The number of endangered species is constantly shooting up. The conservation groups and other authorities from across the globe need to join hands and work together to tackle these issues in tandem. Activities such as experimentation of various kinds, consumptions, medicines and many so called innovations are affecting several species. The Hog-nosed bats are part of the endangered species. The conservation status of Hog-nosed bats is vulnerable as per the statistics from the International Union for Read more [...]
Loving your planet this Valentine’s Day!
Posted by admin on February 14th, 2013
We all know that the popular V-Day is celebrated as an expression of love by most youngsters. We also know that it is celebrated in memory of and named after a saint. But how did it all start?
During the 270 A.D an early Christian saint named Valentinus spread the message of love and secretly united soldiers who weren’t allowed to marry with their beloveds. He was later caught by the then roman king and sentenced to death.
The saint sacrificed his life in the process of spreading the importance Read more [...]
The Year of Snake Celebrated at Khao Kheow Open Zoo
Posted by admin on February 12th, 2013
We welcome you all in the year of Snake. In Khao Kheow Open Zoo, this time around we celebrated the Chinese New Year with much zeal and eco-consciousness. Our Zoo Director, Mr. Khun Su-ri-ya Saeng-pong shared a few wise details with our guest about the growing need of wildlife conservation. He also revealed this year’s mascot, a huge snake entwined with a dragon. It was a 30 meter long model and was made of natural elements like coconut leaves, palm fronds and wooden branches.
The zoo looked Read more [...]
Happy Chinese (Lunar) New Year 2013: Spreading Happiness @ Khao Kheow Open Zoo
Posted by admin on February 9th, 2013
Even though the world partied their way into the New Year on 1st January, for people in South East Asia, the New Year celebrations are just about to begin. Chinese New Year marks the end of cold winter and beginning of the colorful spring. It also marks the beginning of agricultural time and is thus related to concepts of growth, fortune and good health.
The lunar New Year is celebrated in countries influenced by the Chinese culture such as Brunei, Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia, Korea, Singapore, Read more [...]
A Trip That Brings You Closer To Nature And Each Other
Posted by admin on February 6th, 2013
Children deserve a free day as much as the adults in this busy lifestyle. Give your children a treat at the Khao Kheow Open Zoo. Their innocent laughter and chirpiness will be your best return gift. The 1 Day Adventure + After Dark Safari at Khao Kheow Open Zoo is your ticket to ultimate fun which keeps getting better when you take your kids along. As the zoo welcomes you with a drink, gear up for an astonishing bird show where you can see these little chirpy creatures perform some really smart Read more [...]
Preserving Is The True ‘Admiring’: Preserving Javan Rhinoceros
Posted by admin on February 2nd, 2013
Javan Rhinos are massive animals and they are absolutely loved by visitors due to their calm behavior and mammoth size. As per the conservation statistics by the International Union for Conservation of Nature these Javan Rhinoceros are critically endangered, therefore these issues should be handled on high priority. Experts claims these one horned rhinos are in the verge of extinction the way animal planet is affected by various elements as destructions of wildlife treasures and production of various Read more [...]
Bat-eared Fox: Explore The Foxy Wilderness
Posted by admin on January 30th, 2013
Life Span of this fox is about six years and their scientific name is Otocyon Megalotis. These foxes belong to Canidae family and they are nocturnal. Their life span is about twelve years in captivity. For apparent reasons (i.e. because of their large ears) they are named Bat-eared Fox. These mammals’ ears may grow upto 5.3 inches. They have amazing abilities to escape from attackers by speed and with quick reflexive dodging.
Distribution: These foxes are famous for their availability in South Read more [...]
The Jumbos of Thailand: Elephant Safari
Posted by admin on January 28th, 2013
Destinations from across the world are getting tech-savvy and the real essence of outdoor experience is slowly diminishing with the growth of technological revolutions. Thailand is blessed with man-made as well natural treasures. The Khao Kheow Open Zoo is the best place to experience Jungle Trekking. Ecosystems are best seen when you start your journey with elephant rides and this is exactly what visitors of ‘Journey to the jungle’ get when they visit Khao Kheow Open zoo.
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A Day of Relaxation In The Wilderness
Posted by admin on January 22nd, 2013
We know how much you love your sleep in the mornings of a holiday. We know how you want to spend them lying around doing nothing. Hence the Khao Kheow Open Zoo has come up with a second version of 1 Day Adventure + After Dark Safari Tour. This wildlife safari starts late in the morning so that you don’t have to sacrifice on your beloved sleep and yet enjoy a fun packed day.The friendliness of the zoo is evident right from the start when you are offered a welcome drink on arrival, followed by a Read more [...]
Get Ready To Flap Your Wings In Thailand
Posted by admin on January 19th, 2013
If you are looking for more than a pleasant relaxing day amidst rich nature and animals, 1 Day Eco Adventure + Flight of the gibbon is what you are looking for. Three hours of pure adrenaline rush, exhilarating activities and breathtaking ways to embrace nature are the best features of this package, to name a few.
In this package you not only enjoy the usual fun and relaxing activities of eco adventure tours like breakfast with Suriya, elephant ride, stork parade and sightseeing but also get an Read more [...]
