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No warm welcome
Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 20/11/2023
» Even though I travel often for work, I couldn't help but worry on arriving in Seoul at the beginning of the month. Our media trip took place in the midst of a contentious topic as the hashtag #BanTravellingtoKorea rose to the top of the trending list on X in Thailand.
A long strange trip
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 23/12/2021
» The Year of the Ox is drawing to an end as we have become better at dealing with the Covid-19 virus. This year, water splashing was outlawed to avoid virus transmission and families were forced to enjoy the Songkran Festival at home once again.
Survival instinct is in full swing nowadays
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 11/10/2021
» For several months, we have faced restrictions to contain Covid-19, which has led to social media becoming an important tool to reduce stress and stay in touch with friends.
Windows into the past
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 09/09/2021
» Despite the government's relaxation of lockdown measures, recreational venues remain restricted and many office workers are still working from home. To satisfy bookworms and those interested in Thailand's rich history and wisdom, the National Library of Thailand (NLT) is arranging an online exhibition named "10 Books From The Valuable Ancient Documents Of The National Library".
Timely treatment
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 24/08/2021
» Living in the coastal province of Phetchaburi, 40-year-old office worker Samerpron Sangwasee had received one shot of AstraZeneca before testing positive for Covid-19 two weeks later. Her hometown had a large cluster of cases and she is also overweight, which put her in a high-risk group. She spent two days trying to enrol for home isolation through crmsup.nhso.go.th.
New skills for a new era
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 23/07/2021
» While the Covid-19 pandemic has disrupted various industries and executives are more aware of digital transformation, the South East Asia Center (SEAC) believes that creating a lifelong learning ecosystem is a sustainable solution for Thais to survive in a new normal.
Finding balance
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 06/07/2021
» Long working hours can cause physical and mental health issues, and the coronavirus epidemic is exacerbating the problem when people are forced to work from home and spend the entire day in front of a computer.
Silavadee Pool Spa Resort, Koh Samui
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 08/04/2021
» Standing on the tranquil Laem Nan beach, Silavadee Pool Spa Resort on Koh Samui has long been a popular holiday getaway for local and foreign vacationers and honeymooners to indulge in the romantic ambience and have fun doing a wide range of leisure activities.
Rebranding for post-virus tourism
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 06/04/2021
» Over the past year, Thailand's tourism industry has been dealt a heavy blow by the Covid-19 pandemic, resulting in millions of lost jobs according to an International Labour Organization report.
Beyond the malls
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 07/09/2020
» Although their neighbourhood may be known for its malls and cheap wares, local galleries, art centres and community members are joining forces to weave a bridge of art and culture through the Pathumwan Art Routes Project (PARs), aiming to spur the economy after foreign tourists have dwindled amid a pandemic.