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Comfort given a mining twist
Guru, Kankanok Wichiantanon, Published on 18/12/2020
» When one pictures mining, the words luxury, refinement, beauty and utter relaxation are certainly not the first ones that come to mind. But these words aptly describe this tin mine-themed resort along Phuket's Nai Yang shoreline. Trust me: you can wear your whites here with no fear of them getting covered in soot.
City getaway
Guru, Kankanok Wichiantanon, Published on 16/10/2020
» More often than not, when one thinks of Bangkok Marriott Marquis Queen's Park, one thinks of a prime site adjoining a leafy square that is Benjasiri Park in the city centre, within walking distance of numerous attractions in Sukhumvit Road. Bangkok foodies, however, would picture Goji Kitchen + Bar, which features a quality international buffet and Akira Back, an American-Japanese-Korean fusion restaurant.
New beginnings
Guru, Kankanok Wichiantanon, Published on 02/10/2020
» Multiple high-end properties in the heart of Bangkok and around Thailand are getting ready to unveil themselves, from a sumptuous retreat on Patong Beach in Phuket to a long-anticipated ultra-luxury hotel Capella Bangkok. It's time to dust off your luggage and get ready to be the first to experience the hottest openings of the year.
Blast from the past
Guru, Kankanok Wichiantanon, Published on 10/07/2020
» Bangkok has witnessed a myriad of old, surviving buildings turned into retail and hospitality spaces, especially boutique hotels and guesthouses. For every whimsical, stylish opening, these historic buildings still hold very much of their past and retain original characters behind their revived, new looks. Guru hits a few cool places.
Room service
Guru, Kankanok Wichiantanon, Published on 01/05/2020
» With everyone adapting to the new norm, hotels have had to reimagine the services they provide. Thinking well outside the box has become an important prerequisite, not just to generate revenue, but also to comfort and soothe the safety-conscious, yet still discerning guests. Guru lists a few examples of the innovative measures.
Diets to your door
Guru, Kankanok Wichiantanon, Published on 21/02/2020
» Just because you have no time to cook, doesn't mean you cannot maintain a healthy lifestyle. Bangkok has a variety of meal plan services, offering options that meet your specific nutritional goals. Whether you're into a high-fat diet, have adopted a vegan lifestyle and have no idea of what to cook, there is something for everyone.
Wishing you well
Guru, Kankanok Wichiantanon, Published on 10/01/2020
» Need help kick-starting your wellness goals in 2020? As always, Guru has you covered. We've got a list of health and wellness retreats to help nurture you back to good health after all that holiday indulgence. Whether you're interested in doing yoga, detoxifying your body with wholesome, nutritious food, relieving your frustrations and stress, or even just getting as much sleep as you can, they've all got something for everyone.
An all-day breakfast cafe
Guru, Kankanok Wichiantanon, Published on 03/01/2020
» For a long time, getting a cup of coffee from Au Bon Pain was the closest one could get to a decent dose of caffeine before or after a run at Lumphini Park. But that's changed with a new cafe that has opened a stone's throw away from the park's sixth gate.
Into the wilderness
Guru, Kankanok Wichiantanon, Published on 22/11/2019
» It always feels like summertime in Bangkok, the exception being the few days when the temperature drops. When that happens, many Bangkokians grab the opportunity and swiftly head up north for winter camping Thai-style. This time, ditch the ordinary tents and get cozy with some lavish camping instead. We've got a few spots to choose from:
Everything old is new again
Guru, Kankanok Wichiantanon, Published on 11/10/2019
» Bangkok is a city that constantly sees new constructions reaching up to the sky. But if you look close enough, a great number of ancient homes are being brought back to life, reborn with renewed purpose. They demonstrate that embracing historical beauty along with modern innovation produces fascinating and profitable results, with the reassurance that architecturally significant homes are being kept alive. Over the recent years, such places have been popping up more and we hope they continue to. Guru has scoped out some of Bangkok's most admirable, century-old homes to discover the stories behind them.