Comments for Asia Travel News Commentary, Reviews, and Insights http://www.ambrosebittner.com -- by Ambrose Bittner, Founder of Red Lantern Journeys Thu, 18 Mar 2010 12:11:42 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 Comment on Thailand Protesters Have Little Affect on Tourism by Rob http://www.ambrosebittner.com/thailand/thailand-protesters-having-little-affect-on-tourism/171?/comment-page-1#comment-1715 Rob Thu, 18 Mar 2010 12:11:42 +0000 http://www.ambrosebittner.com/?p=171#comment-1715 The red shirts are at it again, I understand that to have as they say a government imposed on you and not democratically elected is not what anyone would wish for. However from a point of view of Thailand the country these protests are doing irreparable damage as this country heavily relies on Tourism and as such cannot afford for foreign visitors to stay away. I do hope that people remember that all these protest are in no way aimed at any foreigners, and the chance of being caught up in any violence is extremely slim. This country is an amazing place to visit, and if you are lucky enough to see for yourself what it has to offer, I’m sure you will be longing to return. So give the Thai’s your support and visit Thailand. The red shirts are at it again, I understand that to have as they say a government imposed on you and not democratically elected is not what anyone would wish for. However from a point of view of Thailand the country these protests are doing irreparable damage as this country heavily relies on Tourism and as such cannot afford for foreign visitors to stay away. I do hope that people remember that all these protest are in no way aimed at any foreigners, and the chance of being caught up in any violence is extremely slim. This country is an amazing place to visit, and if you are lucky enough to see for yourself what it has to offer, I’m sure you will be longing to return. So give the Thai’s your support and visit Thailand.

]]> Comment on Civil Unrest in Bangkok – Authorities do Nothing? by PAULA http://www.ambrosebittner.com/thailand/civil-unrest-no-major-casualties/41?/comment-page-1#comment-194 PAULA Fri, 12 Dec 2008 12:34:25 +0000 http://www.ambrosebittner.com/?p=41#comment-194 Be aware that trave insurance will not cover you in these circumstances...well mine hasn't anyway, I reckon Thailand should be avoided in the near future. Be aware that trave insurance will not cover you in these circumstances…well mine hasn’t anyway, I reckon Thailand should be avoided in the near future.

]]> Comment on Civil Unrest in Bangkok – Authorities do Nothing? by Ambrose Bittner http://www.ambrosebittner.com/thailand/civil-unrest-no-major-casualties/41?/comment-page-1#comment-153 Ambrose Bittner Tue, 02 Dec 2008 18:44:40 +0000 http://www.ambrosebittner.com/?p=41#comment-153 Today, December 2nd, the Thai Constitutional Court banned Prime Minister Somchai Wongsawat from politics for five years and dissolved the ruling People Power Party (PPP) and two other coalition parties, over the voting fraud cases. There was no immidiate reaction from PM. However, the demonstrators led by the People's Alliance for Democracy (PAD) vowed to continue rallying at Don Muang and Suvarnabhumi airports and demanded the departure of the entire Cabinet along with PM. So, we'll see what happens... Today, December 2nd, the Thai Constitutional Court banned Prime Minister Somchai Wongsawat from politics for five years and dissolved the ruling People Power Party (PPP) and two other coalition parties, over the voting fraud cases. There was no immidiate reaction from PM. However, the demonstrators led by the People’s Alliance for Democracy (PAD) vowed to continue rallying at Don Muang and Suvarnabhumi airports and demanded the departure of the entire Cabinet along with PM. So, we’ll see what happens…

]]> Comment on The Essence of Heritage: Dwarika’s Hotel, Kathmandu by Ambrose Bittner http://www.ambrosebittner.com/nepal/the-essence-of-heritage-dwarikas-hotel-kathmandu/38?/comment-page-1#comment-141 Ambrose Bittner Wed, 19 Nov 2008 18:52:24 +0000 http://www.ambrosebittner.com/?p=38#comment-141 Dr. Green, I wish I could claim an association, but all of my Bittner relatives are on the East Coast. Let me know if I can help you with your trip. The Red Lantern Journeys phone number is: 206-568-0710 or toll free: 877-362-2793. Ambrose Dr. Green,

I wish I could claim an association, but all of my Bittner relatives are on the East Coast. Let me know if I can help you with your trip. The Red Lantern Journeys phone number is: 206-568-0710 or toll free: 877-362-2793.

Ambrose

]]> Comment on The Essence of Heritage: Dwarika’s Hotel, Kathmandu by Stuart Green, MD http://www.ambrosebittner.com/nepal/the-essence-of-heritage-dwarikas-hotel-kathmandu/38?/comment-page-1#comment-140 Stuart Green, MD Wed, 19 Nov 2008 17:21:29 +0000 http://www.ambrosebittner.com/?p=38#comment-140 Are you, by any chance, related to a Dr. Bittner from Yakima Washington who invented an external fixation device to set broken legs in the mid 1930s? If so, he's now recognized as a great pioneer by knowledgeable experts. Stuart Green, MD PS: I came across you website while contemplating a trip to Tibet, Nepal and Bhutan. Are you, by any chance, related to a Dr. Bittner from Yakima Washington who invented an external fixation device to set broken legs in the mid 1930s? If so, he’s now recognized as a great pioneer by knowledgeable experts.

Stuart Green, MD
PS: I came across you website while contemplating a trip to Tibet, Nepal and Bhutan.

]]> Comment on Custom-Tailored Suits in Bangkok by frustrated http://www.ambrosebittner.com/thailand/custom-tailored-suits-in-bangkok/5?/comment-page-1#comment-135 frustrated Mon, 10 Nov 2008 04:39:13 +0000 http://www.ambrosebittner.com/?p=5#comment-135 its hard to figure out where to go, Rajonwagse I think leave a lot of fake blogs and reviews and the only credible ones talk about ok experiences like the one above. The only credible one I got was a mate who used some one man shop who's not around anymore! its hard to figure out where to go, Rajonwagse I think leave a lot of fake blogs and reviews and the only credible ones talk about ok experiences like the one above. The only credible one I got was a mate who used some one man shop who’s not around anymore!

]]> Comment on Airline Luggage Restrictions in Asia by Airlines » Ho Chi Minh airport and Vietnam Airlines office http://www.ambrosebittner.com/thailand/luggage-restrictions-in-asia/25?/comment-page-1#comment-134 Airlines » Ho Chi Minh airport and Vietnam Airlines office Sun, 09 Nov 2008 05:09:35 +0000 http://www.ambrosebittner.com/?p=25#comment-134 [...] Luggage Restrictions in AsiaVietnam Airlines (luggage restrictions) Checked Baggage: Business Class: maximum 30 kg. of checked baggage (number of bags isn’t regulated). Economy Class: maximum 20 kg. of checked baggage (number of bags isn’t regulated). … [...] [...] Luggage Restrictions in AsiaVietnam Airlines (luggage restrictions) Checked Baggage: Business Class: maximum 30 kg. of checked baggage (number of bags isn’t regulated). Economy Class: maximum 20 kg. of checked baggage (number of bags isn’t regulated). … [...]

]]> Comment on Myanmar Cyclone – Pandaw’s Extraordinary Efforts to Help by Bagan » history geography and climate:: myanmar: the country http://www.ambrosebittner.com/myanmar/myanmar-cyclone-pandaws-extraordinary-efforts-to-help/6?/comment-page-1#comment-129 Bagan » history geography and climate:: myanmar: the country Tue, 04 Nov 2008 12:05:34 +0000 http://www.ambrosebittner.com/?p=6#comment-129 [...] Myanmar Cyclone - Pandaw’s Extraordinary Efforts to HelpThe Bagan Plateau My company, Red Lantern Journeys, has been marginally affected by the Nargis Cyclone in Myanmar. American visits to Myanmar have been just a trickle anyway due to the recent crackdowns against monks protesting and the … [...] [...] Myanmar Cyclone – Pandaw’s Extraordinary Efforts to HelpThe Bagan Plateau My company, Red Lantern Journeys, has been marginally affected by the Nargis Cyclone in Myanmar. American visits to Myanmar have been just a trickle anyway due to the recent crackdowns against monks protesting and the … [...]

]]> Comment on Saubhag Bed and Breakfast in New Delhi by Asia Travel http://www.ambrosebittner.com/india/saubhag-bed-and-breakfast-in-new-delhi/16?/comment-page-1#comment-111 Asia Travel Thu, 23 Oct 2008 21:11:12 +0000 http://www.ambrosebittner.com/?p=16#comment-111 Staying at a Bed & Breakfast in India is a great way to travel. Many tourists don't think about it at all...with Asia flights becoming more affordable this trip experience seems more reachable than ever. Staying at a Bed & Breakfast in India is a great way to travel. Many tourists don’t think about it at all…with Asia flights becoming more affordable this trip experience seems more reachable than ever.

]]> Comment on Custom-Tailored Suits in Bangkok by Orchid http://www.ambrosebittner.com/thailand/custom-tailored-suits-in-bangkok/5?/comment-page-1#comment-34 Orchid Mon, 25 Aug 2008 21:24:21 +0000 http://www.ambrosebittner.com/?p=5#comment-34 Good article. I would add that a good place to look for suits is in the four and five star hotels. The tailors would not be in there if guests had complaints. Also, Savile Row is considered the best, most consistent tailor by every expat I know. The large department stores like Central and Robinson have reasonable deals and products can be tailored. A bargain is not a bargain if it does not fit and is not well cut. Good article. I would add that a good place to look for suits is in the four and five star hotels. The tailors would not be in there if guests had complaints. Also, Savile Row is considered the best, most consistent tailor by every expat I know.
The large department stores like Central and Robinson have reasonable deals and products can be tailored.
A bargain is not a bargain if it does not fit and is not well cut.

]]> Comment on Rescue on the 4th of July by Wyatt in the World » Blog Archive » Adventure on the 4th of July http://www.ambrosebittner.com/nepal/my-4th-of-july/13?/comment-page-1#comment-14 Wyatt in the World » Blog Archive » Adventure on the 4th of July Wed, 16 Jul 2008 21:35:34 +0000 http://www.ambrosebittner.com/?p=13#comment-14 [...] My last post was about my friend, Ambrose Bittner, who works next door to my office. I just finished reading a blog post from him about a rescue mission he did atop a mountain on the 4th of July. He was also interviewed by the local news. His story gave me goosebumps. You can read his blog post here. [...] [...] My last post was about my friend, Ambrose Bittner, who works next door to my office. I just finished reading a blog post from him about a rescue mission he did atop a mountain on the 4th of July. He was also interviewed by the local news. His story gave me goosebumps. You can read his blog post here. [...]

]]> Comment on Custom-Tailored Suits in Bangkok by Ambrose Bittner http://www.ambrosebittner.com/thailand/custom-tailored-suits-in-bangkok/5?/comment-page-1#comment-13 Ambrose Bittner Mon, 14 Jul 2008 18:06:58 +0000 http://www.ambrosebittner.com/?p=5#comment-13 That's a great point Jonathan! If you're bargaining hard and they won't go below $300, then you are probably getting the real Cashmere wool. If they do go below that and are claiming that it's real Cashmere, you're probably getting cheated. That’s a great point Jonathan! If you’re bargaining hard and they won’t go below $300, then you are probably getting the real Cashmere wool. If they do go below that and are claiming that it’s real Cashmere, you’re probably getting cheated.

]]> Comment on Custom-Tailored Suits in Bangkok by jonathan http://www.ambrosebittner.com/thailand/custom-tailored-suits-in-bangkok/5?/comment-page-1#comment-12 jonathan Mon, 14 Jul 2008 07:46:18 +0000 http://www.ambrosebittner.com/?p=5#comment-12 You know, there still isn't real cashmere for under $300 like anyone has bought! Everything is still just wool, 100% wool, but not Cashmere wool. Please be wary of that. Lighting a swatch ony lets you know if the fabric is polyester or wool, never the difference between wool and cashmere wool. You know, there still isn’t real cashmere for under $300 like anyone has bought! Everything is still just wool, 100% wool, but not Cashmere wool. Please be wary of that. Lighting a swatch ony lets you know if the fabric is polyester or wool, never the difference between wool and cashmere wool.

]]> Comment on Custom-Tailored Suits in Bangkok by pat http://www.ambrosebittner.com/thailand/custom-tailored-suits-in-bangkok/5?/comment-page-1#comment-10 pat Fri, 27 Jun 2008 20:18:57 +0000 http://www.ambrosebittner.com/?p=5#comment-10 Having read that, I now feel completely convinced that my suit was done well. It took about 4 days for my suit to be done, with 2 fittings not including the measuring stage in total. The clothes were fitted and my wife checked me out before we left the shop and till now, everything still feels great. Therefore I feel the need to recommend them as well. Crown Tailors, on the left when you walk in Sukhumvit soi 8. Having read that, I now feel completely convinced that my suit was done well. It took about 4 days for my suit to be done, with 2 fittings not including the measuring stage in total. The clothes were fitted and my wife checked me out before we left the shop and till now, everything still feels great. Therefore I feel the need to recommend them as well. Crown Tailors, on the left when you walk in Sukhumvit soi 8.

]]> Comment on Custom-Tailored Suits in Bangkok by lisa http://www.ambrosebittner.com/thailand/custom-tailored-suits-in-bangkok/5?/comment-page-1#comment-5 lisa Mon, 16 Jun 2008 15:44:39 +0000 http://www.ambrosebittner.com/?p=5#comment-5 Can you show a picture of your new suit ? Can you show a picture of your new suit ?

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