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The hidden charms of Jakarta
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 05/10/2023
» In Indonesia, Bali is a major tourist destination for Thais. However, during my three-day and two-night visit to Jakarta organised by BWH Hotels, I discovered the charms of Indonesia's capital. Jakarta is similar to Bangkok in terms of city vibes and heavy traffic, but Jakarta has more shade and trees than the City of Angels.
Dusit unveils 11th property in China
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 03/10/2023
» Dusit International, one of Thailand’s leading hotel and property development companies, represented in China by Dusit Fudu Hotels and Resorts, expands its foothold in China with the opening of Dusit Thani Mogan Mountain, Huzhou — the 11th luxury Dusit-branded property in China.
A sustainable retreat
Life, Thana Boonlert, Published on 21/09/2023
» In the southwest of Phnom Penh lies the region's largest surviving rainforest. After landing, I met other travel companions to spend three nights together at a riverside camp. We were split into two vans and headed for Sihanoukville. Downtown shophouses and heavy traffic gave way to lush scenery. No sooner had the hustle faded into the distance than rice paddies, palm trees and mountains came into sight. Here, Cambodia's nature remains undisturbed. In more or less two hours, we arrived at the camp depot.
Ancient wonders
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 31/08/2023
» A car travels down a long peaceful road with lush green paddy fields on each side that will soon be superseded by crops of cassava, corn and sugar cane during the off-season. This scene reminds us of Prince Damrong Rajanubhab's 1904 journey to Phetchabun, when he discovered the ancient town of Si Thep which was recorded in a late Ayutthaya and early Rattanakosin document.
Rap against cruelty
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 28/08/2023
» In collaboration with World Animal Protection Thailand, the song Pai Hai Sood Yood Show Chang (No Elephant Show) by rapper Tawanwad "TangBadVoice" Wanavit was released earlier this month in observance of World Elephant Day, which falls on Aug 12. The video for No Elephant Show depicts the story of a Thai man taking his foreign friend to see an elephant show. Tawanwad appears in the car taking them to the show, with the rapper explaining to the Thai man through rap that behind the scenes, elephants experience cruel training. The music video includes real footage of the abuse suffered by elephants in Thailand.
Handwritten Collection hotel to debut in Singapore
Life, Published on 24/08/2023
» Accor has announced its partnership with Global Premium Hotels Limited to debut the Handwritten Collection in Singapore. The Hotel Faber Park Singapore – Handwritten Collection, is set to open in the fourth quarter of 2023.
A tech-packed adventure
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 27/07/2023
» South Korea is among the popular destinations for Thai tourists due to its cultural heritage, historical landmarks, natural landscapes, the entertainment industry and lack of visa requirements -- Thai tourists only need a K-ETA (Korea Electronic Travel Authorization) approval.
Dane visits every country in the world without flying
AFP, Published on 26/07/2023
» AARHUS, Denmark: A Danish man who claimed to be the first to visit every country in the world in a single trip without flying landed home Wednesday after 10 years away.
Get in touch with nature in Taipei and New Taipei
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 21/07/2023
» A cool fact about Taipei, Taiwan's capital, is that part of the Yangmingshan National Park, one of the nine national parks on the island nation, is in the city and even extends into New Taipei City.
Centara offers fantastic F&B discounts
Life, Published on 20/07/2023
» Centara Hotels & Resorts has launched a special offer with a 10% discount on food and beverage during stays at all properties, early check-in or late check-out, and guaranteed best offers in the market, exclusively for bookings made online at centarahotelsresorts.com.