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March marks the beginning of Thailand's summer, also known as the hot season. Muay Thai and elephants are in the spotlight. Plus, there are some out-of-sight music festivals at off-the-beaten track locations. And, a rare chance to ride on a vintage steam train!
Thai kickboxing, is characterized by the use of fists, elbows, knees, and shins. It is therefore sometimes referred to as “the art of 8 limbs”. Dating back to the 16th century, it has become increasingly popular in recent years.
As Thai kickboxing grows in popularity, more and more hotels in Thailand add classes in the martial art. And now, a hotel in Phuket adds a kickboxing ring, the first of many to come.
My three posts on Thai kick boxing seem to have attracted quite a bit of interest. A sampling of some of the comments I've received follows. My shins hurt watching you kick his pad in your video. Ouch!! H. in Palo Alto, California (via Facebook) Accidental Travel Writer Responds: Actually, the trainer is so skillful …
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Thailand Michael Taylor's 2 night stay at Paresa, an exclusive 5 star resort on Phuket's Millionaire's Mile, includes a kickboxing lesson in the hotel's well-equipped gym. As planned, I did laps in Paresa's beautiful infinity swimming pool for an hour. Then I headed to my room to work on my blog. Skipping lunch, I …
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I got my introduction to Thai kick boxing 10 months ago at Indigo Pearl Phuket, where I had my first two lessons. This was followed by two lessons with Khun Nan, the fitness instructor at Paresa. Upon my return to Hong Kong, I discovered that kick boxing was offered at Physical, the gym I work …
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As a travel writer I tend to return from trips a few pounds heavier than when I left. When staying at five star resorts, I try to do laps for an hour in the pool, but I have found that swimming does not have much of an impact on my weight.