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Get out of the city
Life, Pongpet Mekloy, Published on 26/12/2019
» From now until Sunday, four provinces surrounding Bangkok are joining hands in the "River Of Life: Rattanakosin" fair, which is taking place at Wat Chin Wararam in Pathum Thani's Muang district, a short drive south of the city centre.
Four Seasons Resort Chiang Mai
Life, Pongpet Mekloy, Published on 26/12/2019
» This renowned property began operations in 1999 and ever since has been in the top tier of Chiang Mai's plethora of luxury resorts. Its accommodations, built around terraced rice paddies and a serene pond, range from different types of pavilions to villas and private residences, some of them as large as 855m². No matter what size, each seems ideal for a memorable vacation with your special person(s).
Eye-opening adventure
Life, Pongpet Mekloy, Published on 19/12/2019
» To many Thais, me included, the mention of Sri Lanka will suddenly bring to mind Colombo, the capital, Ceylon tea, the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic in Kandy, and some other religious sites. But what about Sri Lanka's southern coast? Hmm. Of course, there must be beaches and the sea. But what else?
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.
A royal visit, and ruins restored
Life, Pongpet Mekloy, Published on 05/12/2019
» HM King Bhumibol Adulyadej spent much of his 70-year reign travelling the length and breadth of the Kingdom, mainly to learn about the plights of his people and find out how to help them in a sustainable way. At numerous towns and villages, his royal visits are remembered as a major event in local history. Si Satchanalai in Sukhothai province is no exception.
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.
A high day for dads
Life, Pongpet Mekloy, Published on 04/12/2019
» To mark Father's Day on Thursday, King Power Mahanakhon, the tallest skyscraper on the east side of the Chao Phraya River, has good news for Thai dads: free entry to its rooftop observation deck.
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.
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.