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Cooking Classes in thailand
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Thailand Overview:
- Known for natural scenery and tourism.
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Thai Food:
- Renowned for its irresistible blend of flavors with a global fanbase.
- Cooking classes provide visitors a unique chance to explore Thai cuisine deeply.
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Izzie the Curious Sparrow:
- Traveled to Thailand with her boyfriend.
- Attended a Thai cooking class at Baan Farm Thai Cooking School.
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Baan Farm Thai Cooking School Experience:
- Not a generic classroom setting.
- Students visit local markets to pick ingredients.
- Visits to farms to handpick fresh vegetation.
- Emphasizes the importance of fresh, organic produce in Thai cuisine.
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Cultural Significance:
- Intersection of tradition and innovation.
- Offers exciting possibilities for education and cultural preservation in a globalized world.
list of popular thai dishes
Salads like Larb (Spicy chicken salad) or Som Tam (Papaya salad)
Spicy sour soups like Tom Yum Kung (Soup with shrimp), Tom Kha Kai (Soup with chicken and coconut cream) or Khao Soi (Chiang Mai noodle soup)
Curries like Green curry, Panang curry and Massaman curry
Stir-fried cashew nuts with chicken
Pad Thai (Stir-fried small rice noodles with shrimp)
Desserts like mango sticky rice, deep-fried bananas and black sticky rice with coconut milk
what was the
The Tang Dynasty Revival in Xi’an
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Xi’an, Northwest China’s Shaanxi Province:
- Ancient capital of the Tang Dynasty.
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Tang Dynasty-style Fashion Trend:
- Growing popularity of wearing clothes inspired by the Tang Dynasty.
- Blending ancient styles with modern life.
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Great Tang All Day Mall:
- Special place to observe the mix of old and new fashion.
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Women’s Fashion:
- Popular among women of all age groups.
- Exquisite and elegant Tang-style dresses.
- Tang Dynasty-inspired makeup:
- Peach-colored cheeks.
- Well-drawn eyebrows.
- Golden bird pins.
- Jade hairpin (buyao) waving in the wind.
- Creates a time-traveling yet natural atmosphere in modern malls.
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Men’s Fashion:
- Increasing participation in the trend.
- Tang-style clothing makes them feel grand and elegant.
- A way to show pride in their culture and history.
what was the show that helped increase tourists in Xian
The Longest Day in Chang’an.
The TV series, shot in Xi’an, depicted the story of a former detective turned convicted criminal becoming Tang’s last hope to thwart mysterious invaders who threaten the empire’s capital city on the day before the Lantern Festival.
what was the Shiga Kokas ninja village
Shiga Prefecture, known for its scenic attractions like Lake Biwa and the historic Hikone Castle, also harbors a deep connection to the intriguing world of ninjas, especially in the southern mountains and valleys
Together with neighbouring Iga in Mie Prefecture, Koka (or Koga) is considered the homeland of the ninja.
Ninjas spent most of the Sengoku Period (15th and 16th centuries) as soldiers or mercenaries, and since then were used for espionage and spying.
Visitors can live up their ninja fantasies in authentic ninja dojos and mansions.
what was the Ninjutsu Yashiki
Ninja House
a seemingly ordinary dwelling that is about 300 years old and used to house actual ninjas
. If you are hungry, the surrounding area feature ninja BBQ and the meal ends with hyorougan – a natural ‘energy pill’ made of a crushed blend of rice, vegetables, herbs and seeds, and some sugar
one of the delicacies was wagyu bee in the area
Of all the types of wagyu (Japanese beef), Omi beef has the longest history; the cows were originally cultivated along the pristine waters of the Lake Biwa over 400 years ago, and presented as gifts to the shogun during the Edo period.
what was the Article “Why I Always Visit Local Supermarkets When I Travel” and what was the resoning behind it
You’ll discover delicious foods that might become your best souvenirs. She stumbled upon a local flavored chips by Lay’s called Poulet Rôti flavor in Paris. Each city has its own unique snacks.
You’ll have a reason to return (and a mission when you get home). Some specialty services such as SnackCrate do offer foreign treats for travelers looking to relive their favorite trips.
WHy is branding for tourism and travel important and how so
According to Tom Buncle, former Chief Executive of Visit Scotland and current Managing Director of an international tourism consultancy, “Destination branding is about identifying the destination’s strongest and most competitively appealing assets in the eyes of its prospective visitors, building a story from these that makes the destination stand out above its competitors, and running this narrative consistently through all marketing communications.
In the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) annual report on the economic and employment impact of Travel & Tourism for 2019, the sector experienced 3.5% growth, higher than the global economy growth (which reported 2.5% growth) for the ninth consecutive year. Other topline results include:
US$8.9 trillion contribution to the world’s GDP
10.3% of global GDP (9.1% in Europe)
330 million jobs, 1 in 10 jobs around the world
1 in 4 jobs created by the sector over the past five years
US$1.7 trillion visitors exports (6.8% of total exports, 28.3% of global services exports)
US$948 billion capital investment (4.3% of total investment)
Case study : Inspired by Iceland
After the eruption of the Eyjafjallajökul volcano in 2010, Iceland’s reputation as a tourism destination plummeted. Unfortunately, the news of this devastating event was so widespread that the economy was not expected to recover without intervention. To encourage visitors to consider Iceland as a viable tourism destination, the Icelandic government, along with partners and stakeholders in the travel industry, launched the “Inspired by Iceland” brand.
Case study:I love Great Britain
This campaign focused on culture, heritage, sport, music, nature, food, and shopping. It even partnered with the James Bond movie Skyfall for cross-promotion calling it ‘“Bond is Great Britain”, leveraging the legacy of the London Olympics in 2012. When it comes to tourism branding, team up with something or someone iconic and globally renowned, even if it is a certain fictional, dashing secret agent or a cute cartoon bear.
Case study; Natural British Columbia
For the past 30 years, British Columbia has used the same slogan to promote tourism. The slogan has proven the test of time and continues to resonate strongly with the brand’s core image as a popular destination for nature lovers.
Cast study Paris Je T’aime (I Love You)
The best practices in tourism branding must go to the city of romance that is Paris. The “City Brand Barometer 2020” conducted by branding consultancy Saffron, showed that even with the global pandemic, Paris still ranks at the top of the list of desired destinations to visit.
Cast study 5: Essential Costa Rica
The success of the country’s branding has revolutionised the world’s perception of Costa Rica, thanks to their brand strategy that focused on growing awareness and harnessing the talents of the Costa Rican people. The slogan maintains that the people of Costa Rica are “the essence” and focuses on small businesses and eco-tourism.
How branding can show people’s love for a place and also help to highlight local challenges
The I ♥ NY logo was launched in the 1970s when New York City was at its grittiest and most dangerous. Since then graphic designer Milton Glaser’s creation has been emblazoned on every kind of souvenir imaginable, not to mention inspiring movies, clothing, graffiti and even food. More than 50 years later, New York has just updated its iconic branding – not for the first time – to say We ♥ NY as part of an attempt to revitalise the city after COVID lockdowns.
How did branding highlight the challenges of Palau
Palau, a Micronesian island in the western Pacific, In 2017 started to require all visitors to sign a pledge to be “ecologically and culturally responsible” before they could set foot in the country.
How did Branding help the Faroe Islands
The Faroe Islands in the north Atlantic, took a slightly different approach in 2019 by declaring itself “closed for maintenance, open for voluntourism”. This initiative was used by islanders and local businesses to promote community cohesion.
Why Place Branding Is Becoming Place Doing
Place branding is extremely important. Cities and even neighborhoods are competing with one another to attract residents (who will increase a city’s tax revenues and, one hopes, add to the location’s cool cachet) and businesses that will generate not only work for residents and imported talent but also good times for the tourists they hope to draw.
The challenge is how to be competitive. While New York and London slug it out to see which will become the ultimate pied-à-terre for the world’s superrich, Singapore is increasingly poised to unseat both of them. India’s IT magnet of Bangalore is attracting new tech talent faster than Silicon Valley is. The second challenge is: A place is a truly immersive experience, and its reputation depends on its natural and cultural attractions. It has to be a holistic experience.
Austins case for place branding becoming place doing
Consider Austin. Overshadowed by bigger cities like Dallas and Houston, the Texas state capital was something of a backwater college town. But then local leadership decided to nurture the burgeoning music scene and started a grassroots campaign for the city to promote itself as the Live Music Capital of the World and to play up the “Keep Austin Weird” sentiment. SXSW (South by Southwest) has grown from the small indie music festival it was when it started in 1987 into a massive, must-attend multimedia confab. It’s the fastest-growing city in the United States, and in 2014 its total of leisure and business travelers exceeded $45 million. Local marketers have found ways to play up the idea of keeping Austin weird without alienating the locals who truly want it that way.
The next step in the evolution of place branding and place doing, which is coming soon, is the rise of localism. Locavorism is on the rise for dining and shopping, and with the emerging importance of local businesses and local news.
Examples of the worlds tourism slogans
Some countries go for the plain and simple, such as “Travel in Slovakia – good idea” or “Visit Armenia, it is beautiful”. Others plump for something a bit more poetic, like “Colombia is magic realism” (a nod to Gabriel García Márquez, one of the country’s famous sons) or Bhutan’s “Happiness is a place”. Then there are the jokers –Djibouti’s “Djibeauty”, the not-entirely-grammatical “Think Hungary more than expected” and the downright obscure “El Salvador – The 45 Minute Country”.
what was new Zealand’s flag debate
New Zealanders do not want a new flag. The outcome was close, with just 56.61% of people voting against change, but it is a personal blow for pro-change Prime Minister John Key.
New Zealand’s flag, officially adopted in 1902, features a royal blue background representing the sea and sky, with the Southern Cross constellation symbolizing its location in the Southern Ocean. The Union Flag in the top left signifies its colonial past as a British protectorate. Despite New Zealand’s full independence since 1947, many, including the prime minister, view the Union Flag as an unwanted reminder of colonialism. Additionally, the flag’s similarity to Australia’s flag causes confusion.
In May 2015, the Flag Consideration Project invited public submissions for a new flag design, receiving 10,292 entries. Among the submissions were some humorous and popular designs, such as Lucy Gray’s “Laser Kiwi,” which garnered global attention.
Recent flag changes
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Global Hansik
In 2008, the Korean government launched the “Global Hansik” campaign to make Korean food one of the five most popular ethnic foods in the world, initiating plans to create a 50-billion-won fund and open Korean cooking classes at world-renowned cooking schools. Hansik means traditional Korean cuisine of the Joseon Dynasty, which ruled Korea from 1392 to 1897. One of the key spokespersons for Global Hansik is First lady Kim Yoon-ok, who said, “The globalization of hansik will not only help expand hallyu (the Korean culture wave) but help enhance Korea’s global reputation.”
Pyongyang Restaurant
Pyongyang Restaurant Chain
- Restaurant Chain Name: Pyongyang
- Named After: The capital of North Korea
- Number of Locations: Around 130 worldwide
- Ownership: Haedanghwa Group (an organization of the North Korean government)
- Cuisine:
- Kimchi dishes
- Pyongyang cold noodles
- Barbecued cuttlefish
- Dog meat soup
- Additional Products: North Korean products such as ginseng wine
- Pricing: Relatively high, in US dollars
- Locations:
- Near the North Korean border in China
- Beijing
- Shanghai
- Expanded to other Asian countries, including Russia, since the 2000s
- Target Audience:
- Initially catered to South Korean businessmen in Southeast Asia
- Now popular with curious tourists
- Staff:
- Young Korean women in traditional Chosŏn-ot dress
- Perform karaoke, song, and dance routines in the style of North Korean Mass Games
- Typically work on three-year contracts
- Often highly trained graduates of arts colleges
- Policies:
- Photography generally not permitted inside
- Issues: Has become a source of defection for young North Korean women
Research Center Seeks to Separate Ninja Fact From Fiction
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International Ninja Research Center at Mie University
- Located 40 miles southwest of Kyoto, near the historical Iga region.
- Aims to decode the historical truth behind ninja legends.
- Houses historical documents, novels, movies, and cartoons shaping the modern ninja image.
- Key Figure: Not specified in the provided text.
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Historical Basis of Ninjas
- Originated from traditional elements of warfare (spying, subterfuge, assassination) in Japan’s Iga region.
- Historical records first mention “shinobi” in 1541, describing a secretive attack on Kasagi castle by Iga-shū mercenaries.
- Originally an adverb, “shinobi” evolved into a noun by the early 17th century, associated with Iga warriors.
- Historian: Stephen Turnbull, expert in Japanese military history.
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Development of Ninja Phenomenon
- 18th Century: Military manuals discussed spying techniques, emphasizing disguise.
- Japanese woodblock prints depicted secretive attacks, influencing the image of black-clad assassins.
- Idea of the black ninja robe became popularized despite prints not specifically depicting ninjas.
- Historian: Stephen Turnbull, attributing the development of the black ninja robe concept to Japanese artists.
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Modern Ninja Myth
- Mid-20th Century: Seiko Fujita, Japanese martial arts historian, and the mayor of Iga promoted the region as the “heartland of the ninja.”
- Revived old illustrations of throwing stars from 19th-century manuals as ninja weapons.
- 1962 film “Shinobi no Mono” solidified the modern ninja myth with black robes, specialized weapons, secrecy, martial arts prowess, and selfless sacrifice.
- Key Figures: Seiko Fujita (Japanese martial arts historian) and the mayor of Iga (not named in the text).
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Conclusion
- Blend of historical elements and creative reinterpretation by enthusiasts contributed to the global fascination with ninjas.
Hakuna Matata
“Hakuna matata” is a Swahili phrase; translated, it roughly means “No worries”. It is formed by the words hakuna (there is not here) and matata (plural form of problem). The phrase has been popularized by its use in The Lion King (in which it is translated as “no worries” in a song named after the phrase), so that it is heard often at resorts, hotels, and other places appealing to the tourist trade. The phrase is in more common use in Zanzibar and Kenya. The phrase is uncommon among native speakers of Swahili in Tanzania, who prefer the phrase “hamna shida” in the north and “hamna tabu” in the south.This just shows what the tourist think is local is not authentic at all.
Dark Tourism spot - Alcatraz
This former prison island in the Bay of San Francisco, USA, is one of the world’s premier dark-tourism attractions. Possibly the most legendary ex-prison in history, this famed former maximum-security prison once housed Al Capone & Machine Gun Kelly as well as many other notable names. It was in operation for 29 years and the aspect that former prisoners say they found the most difficult was being able to look across the water and see life continuing as normal in San Francisco. The site is now managed by the National Park Service and as such is open to the public – who come here in droves, which means that at least in summer you have to pre-book tickets well in advance.
Dark Tourism Spot - Ground Zero (twin towers)
The site where the Twin Towers of the World Trade Center used to stand in Manhattan, New York, USA. They were destroyed in the terrorist attacks of 9/11 in which nearly 3000 people were killed, the vast majority at the World Trade Center site. It is thus one of the darkest sites in contemporary America and certainly the most talked about one. An official national memorial was inaugurated in 2011 and in 2014 it was complemented by a dedicated museum at the site. Together they form what has to be considered one of the world’s premier dark-tourism sites. But there are also a few smaller-scale attractions related to 9/11 that are also worth seeing.
Dark Tourism Spot - Ford Theatre
This is the site of the assassination of Abraham Lincoln, one of the most beloved American presidents, who led the country through Civil War. Lincoln was watching a play at the theatre when he was shot in the back of the head by John Wilkes Booth.
Dark Tourism Spot - Chernobyl
The Chernobyl disaster began on 26 April 1986 with the explosion of the No. 4 reactor of the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant and it is the site of one of the worst man-made disasters in the world. Located in Ukraine, formerly USSR, the reactor explosion pumped out radioactive contamination over a huge area, causing widespread human suffering and prompting an entire region to be evacuated. According to the website Dark-tourism.com, the average Chernobyl tour consists of a day trip from Kiev with a short stop at a viewpoint near Reactor 4. Only a very small minority of tourists are allowed inside the plant itself.
Dark Tourism Spot - Pompeii
World famous volcanic disaster site is also a dark tourism spot, of course, namely for the reason it was preserved so well: the ancient city was covered by volcanic ash in the disastrous eruptions of nearby Mt Vesuvius in the year 79 AD. What has been found here, amongst the glorious mosaics and other cultural relics was the remains of human bodies – of those unfortunate victims. What was actually found was the hollow spaces left by the bodies, which were then filled with plaster to (re)create casts that look like “petrified” bodies. Some of the plaster casts of bodies appear to show a facial expression of calmly having fallen asleep, others seem to display deadly horror, which only amplifies the dark impression.
Dark Tourism Spot - Paris Catacombs
Paris Catacombs are former underground quarry tunnels filled with the bones of millions of dead reburied here when Paris’s regular inner-city cemeteries were closed down at the end of the 18th century. Deliberately designed to cater for visitors with a taste for the macabre, this has been one of the world’s most established great classics of dark tourism for over two centuries. By a decree of 9 November 1785, Paris city cemeteries were closed, and all remains were to be removed and reburied in sections of the maze of underground quarry tunnels safely away from the citizens’ lives above ground. In the following decades, the remains of millions of dead were relocated to the old quarries in the south of the city. At first, the remains were simply dumped there, only in 1810 it was decided to stack them in an orderly fashion, with femurs and skulls forming patterned wall linings behind which the remaining bones were heaped (out of view).
Dark Tourism Spots - Auschwitz
The word Auschwitz alone stands for the horrors of the Holocaust like no other. It was the largest and most deadly of all the Nazi concentration camps / death camps. The site in the south-east of Poland was turned into a memorial after the end of WWII. Between 1.1 and 1.3 million victims in total, about 1 million Jews. A large proportion murdered in that infamously most “industrialized” fashion: in gas chambers, by means of the specially mass-produced poison gas Zyklon B – cynically it’s a pesticide. Auschwitz is actually three locations, and they are very popular with tourist, making it perhaps the most over-toured dark tourism site.
Titanic
This is really a case of dark tourism gone dark. Titanic was the ship that could never be sunk, but tragically it sunk on her maiden voyage after it collided with an iceberg in the North Atlantic off the Newfoundland coast. Since the wreckage’s discovery in 1985 various parties have visited the site via submersible, for treasure hunting and documentaries. After the blockbuster in 1997 and its centennial, Titanic became super popular topic and there are many museums with Titanic artifacts. UPDATE 23 June 2023: a deep-sea submersible (called “Titan”) taking tourists down to the wreck of the Titanic has been lost; all five on board perished. Unlikely that tourism is going to be approved anytime soon. This is a case of dark tourism turned extreme-tourism.
