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Island paradise
B Magazine, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 12/05/2019
» Luxury is often unassociated with eco-friendliness. That is not the case in Cambodia. At the Royal Sands Koh Rong, an hour off the coast of Sihanoukville, the environment is of prime concern, even before the resort was built.
Old New Zealand
Life, Published on 07/09/2017
» One of New Zealand's most active volcanoes -- its most recent eruption took place in April 2016 -- White Island, or Whakaari as it is locally known, is situated 49km off the coast of Whakatane in New Zealand's North Island.
The heart of our city
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 29/10/2015
» The east bank of the Chao Phraya River where the history of Bangkok began is called Koh Rattanakosin because it is land surrounded by water and looks like an island. Its west side is adjacent to the river and the east end is the Khlong Khumuang Doem Canal. King Rama I, the first monarch of the Chakri Dynasty, established Bangkok on the east bank of the Chao Phraya River in 1782 as the new capital.
Sleep strangely
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 12/06/2015
» When planning a getaway, choosing a hotel is perhaps as important as your destination. But why not venture outside the confines of a regular hotel and experience something new? This week, we've scanned the nation for hotels with room concepts that are special, fun or just plain weird.
The history of coins
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 25/09/2014
» When it comes to visiting museums, especially museums on old coins in Thailand, many people think about boring presentations using glass cabinets to display money from various ages. Yet, the newly-opened Coin Museum near Sanam Luang is an exception due to the use of modern technology and interactive multimedia. Located on the same plot of land as the former Royal Mint Factory, this Treasury Department-owned museum is a perfect place to portray the history of coins.
Reliving ancient civilisation
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 08/05/2014
» Only about 130km northwest of Bangkok, Suphan Buri province has a lot for visitors to see and do, ranging from forests to cultural attractions. However, the U Thong National Museum is often overlooked by visitors although it displays several of Thailand’s outstanding artefacts of the Dvaravati period (6th-11th centuries).
A town of temples
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 20/03/2014
» It was a bright, sunny day in Nonthaburi. As we set off on a sight-seeing trip along the Chao Phraya, the prow of our chartered boat kicked up a refreshing spray of fine water droplets from the surface of the river. We had all been invited to take part in one of the annual boat excursions organised by Nakhon Nonthaburi Municipality and throughout the day we would we hopping on and off this vessel to visit historic and cultural attractions, including several temples featuring fine examples of art and architecture from the Ayutthaya and early Rattanakosin periods.
The glory of the high seas
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 24/10/2013
» Nestled in the compound of the 19th century Noen Wong military camp in Chanthaburi province is the National Maritime Museum. Thailand's sole museum on maritime trade and underwater archaeology has been in operation since 1994 and also serves as the headquarters of the Fine Arts Department's Underwater Archaeology Division.
Fabulous fount of Chinese Classical dining
Life, Noel Maclean, Published on 18/12/2012
» Chinese food fans tend to be a traditionally-minded bunch who expect certain elements of the experience to always be present. From rustic food shops to mandarin-worthy restaurants, there is a check list that proprietors play with at their peril.
Park it at the Absolut Parc
Life, Tor Chittinand, Published on 13/12/2012
» Absolut vodka, the world's leading vodka maker, is once again bringing holiday excitement to Bangkokians. Now entering its third year, Absolut Parc at Siam Paragon is pulling out all the stops to make the 24-day bash one of its most exciting ever.