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Do the right thing
Life, Pongpet Mekloy, Published on 19/12/2019
» There are only a few places where you can easily catch sight of one of Thailand's most majestic mammals, the gaur. Khao Phaeng Ma of Nakhon Ratchasima's Wang Nam Khieo district is one such place.
Thon Buri Palace open to the public
Life, Pongpet Mekloy, Published on 12/12/2019
» Once a year Thon Buri Palace, the former royal residence of King Taksin the Great, is open for the public to visit without the need to apply for permission. That special time of year is here again.
Villa Maxima
Life, Pongpet Mekloy, Published on 12/12/2019
» This two-bedroom northern-style teakwood house is located within the same compound as the home of its owner Chayasiri Vichayarak who, together with her late husband Wichai Pitakworrarat, restored an old riverside mansion and converted it into the highly acclaimed hotel Praya Palazzo a decade ago. For a couple of years now, Chayasiri has let go of the Bangkok property. This small-scale pet project of hers in Chiang Mai offers a tasteful retreat that any art and culture lover would appreciate. Booking is compulsory.
Float among the flowers
Life, Pongpet Mekloy, Published on 05/12/2019
» After years of environmental issues, the lotuses and water lilies of Thung Sam Roi Yot have returned to the wetlands. Thousands of the flowers are now in full bloom.
lyf Funan Singapore
Life, Pongpet Mekloy, Published on 28/11/2019
» This recently launched co-living residence also offers short-term rentals, presenting visitors to the city-state a new breed of accommodation complete with a chance to make new friends with the locals. It has hotel-like rooms and service, plus communal areas with the ambience of a co-working space. Pronounced "life", lyf is a brand of the Ascott, a well-known name in the international hospitality industry. The room sizes range from 18m² (studios) to 105m² (six-bedroom duplexes). The Ascott plans to launch a lyf property in Bangkok next year.
Holiday happenings
Life, Pongpet Mekloy, Published on 28/11/2019
» If you haven't decided where to go for the upcoming holidays, maybe you should consider Phrae.
Bensley Collection - Shinta Mani Wild
Life, Pongpet Mekloy, Published on 14/11/2019
» Lauded by Time magazine as one of the World's Greatest Places for 2019, this high-end property in the Cambodian wilderness, 112km northeast of Sihanoukville Airport, is another masterpiece by internationally renowned resort designer Bill Bensley, who is also its co-owner.
Hostel Urby
Life, Pongpet Mekloy, Published on 07/11/2019
» The Chao Phraya is lined on both sides with tourist accommodation that boast intimate views of the mighty river. This property is one of the few that offer just that without breaking the bank. Converted from an old commercial building, it has dorms and private rooms, all of which, along with the lobby, are located on the third floor.
lebua Lucknow
Life, Pongpet Mekloy, Published on 24/10/2019
» Converted from an elegant mansion that dates back to 1936, this heritage hotel in the northern Indian state of Uttar Pradesh is operated by Bangkok-based lebua Hotels and Resorts.
Temple fair
Life, Pongpet Mekloy, Published on 24/10/2019
» The annual temple fair at Wat Sa Ket where the famous Golden Mount is located is set to take place once again from Nov 4-13.