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Salt, sea and spoonbills
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 07/03/2024
» During a morning stroll through vast salt fields in the seaside town of Samut Sakhon, I couldn't resist but take breathtaking photos of a large flock of birds. Close by, experienced birdwatcher Suchart Daengpayon (also known as Mr Tee) led a small group of foreign tourists on a trip to see the food-seeking behaviours of the spoon-billed sandpiper, an endangered shorebird species.
Heritage and hospitality meet at Centara Ayutthaya
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 06/03/2024
» Ayutthaya offers a quick getaway from Bangkok with temples, historic sites, markets, local delicacies and more to explore. A day trip simply isn't enough to do justice to what the former capital of Thailand has to offer and, instead, you may want to consider an overnight or two at Centara Ayutthaya, which opened its doors in December.
A place of history
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 29/02/2024
» Sometimes, when we take our eyes off the computer, we daydream of lounging by a river and letting the gentle wind caress us. This may be the reason why those looking to satisfy wanderlust but squeezed by time often choose to visit the historic town of Ayutthaya.
Dusit Thani Bangkok gears up for Sept opening
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 28/02/2024
» As the first property of Dusit International, the original Dusit Thani Bangkok stood tall at a corner where Silom and Rama IV met from 1970 to 2019 and Dusit Thani Bangkok 2.0 will be reopened this September at the same location.
Thailand's tourist-free teak town Phrae
South China Morning Post, Published on 27/02/2024
» Phrae, around 550 kilometres (342 miles) north of Bangkok and 200km southeast of Chiang Mai, is a town seemingly lost in time, and almost completely ignored by tourists.
Meliã Hotels' first Bangkok outpost
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 26/02/2024
» After three Thai properties in Koh Samui, Phuket and Chiang Mai, Spanish hospitality chain Meliã Hotels International has made its Bangkok debut with Innside by Meliã Bangkok Sukhumvit in On Nut.
Witness a sacred spectacle in Pattani
Life, Published on 22/02/2024
» Chinese pilgrims and tourists from neighbouring Malaysia are heading to the seaside town of Pattani to attend the Lim Ko Niao Goddess Celebration, which runs until Feb 27.
A night at Phya Thai Palace
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 22/02/2024
» Standing in the middle of a lush lawn, a monument of King Vajiravudh greets visitors to"101 Years Of Phya Thai Palace: The Glory Of Siam", which runs until March 16. It is a collaboration by Ama Studio, DecideKit, Na Satta, Fos Lighting Design and LightSource to bring the palace back to life as a night museum, creating immersive visual experiences through cutting-edge multimedia presentations.
A hotel that doesn't feel like a hotel
Guru, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 21/02/2024
» I have always loved going to Hong Kong and in the pre-Covid era, went at least once a year, if merely to feed my face.
Five hidden gems worth a visit
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 21/02/2024
» For those seeking a peaceful place to relax and rejuvenate, Agoda recently highlighted five up-and-coming destinations that are appealing, yet devoid of chaotic crowds.