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Guru's Weekly Buzz: July 5-11
Guru, Published on 05/07/2024
» Guru By Bangkok Post's pick of the most exciting products, activities, food and travel to indulge in.
Slow travel destinations to soak in
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 27/05/2024
» As Thailand gears up for the rainy season, Agoda has revealed the list of top Asian cities where vacationers can stay longer and enjoy slow travel. According to Google Trends, searches for "slow travel" have tripled over the past five years as more travellers seek a leisurely pace and meaningful connections on their holiday.
Songkran escapes to beat the April heat
Guru, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 31/03/2024
» Whether you’re choosing to spend the Thai New Year in Thailand or abroad, Guru By Bangkok Post’s got you covered.
Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants announces 51-100 list
Guru, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 13/03/2024
» Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants has announced the list of restaurants ranked between 51st and 100th in the region ahead of its live awards ceremony.
Bangkok Design Week 2024: Creating a 'Livable Scape'
Published on 12/01/2024
» Bangkok, with a population exceeding 10 million, consistently ranks as a "must-visit" city due to its diverse attractions, affordable cuisine, reasonable cost of living, and friendly locals. Despite being a popular global destination, it placed 98th out of 140 cities on the Economist Intelligence Unit's 2021 'Most Livable Cities' list. Challenges such as traffic congestion, inadequate infrastructure, air quality issues, limited green spaces, and public areas, combined with an aging population and cultural changes, contribute to this ranking.
Artist raises awareness of microplastic pollution through art
Life, Published on 13/12/2023
» Pratchaya Charernsook, a young artist, driven by her concern for microplastic pollution, has been using microplastics as a major material in her artwork since 2019. Her latest mixed media and microplastic artwork, Chumphon Estuary, depicts a bird's-eye view of the Chumphon Estuary, allowing viewers to observe the interconnection in the area and the river's passage into the ocean. The artwork was created using bits of plastic pieces that she collected from the Chumphon Estuary's and nearby areas.
Hong Kong Tourism Board unveils new promotion
Life, Published on 10/11/2023
» The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB), the Department of Culture and Tourism of Guangdong Province and the Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO) recently launched a new promotion for the Greater Bay Area (GBA) tourism brand.
Guru Weekly's Buzz: Oct 27-Nov 2
Guru, Published on 27/10/2023
» Guru by Bangkok Post's pick of the most exciting products, activities, food and travel to indulge in.
Green tourism on the rise
Life, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 11/10/2023
» Crowded streets, bustling nightlife, and vibrant beach parties: this high season is shaping up well for Thailand, experiencing a surge in international tourists after a three-year hiatus due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Rather than depending heavily on sheer tourist numbers, the pandemic has taught us the importance of slowing down, exploring natural destinations, and allowing environments to recover from reduced capacity, waste, and environmental footprint.
MQDC unveils storied place: Pioneering a new era of themed destination
Life, Published on 22/09/2023
» MQDC introduces Storied Place, a transformative themed destination, offering a diverse range of amenities and experiences, beginning with "Happitat at The Forestias" in 2024.