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The Earth laughs in flowers
Life, Peerawat Jariyasombat, Published on 02/02/2018
» One of Thailand's long-established floral shows, Nai Lert Flower and Garden Art Fair, returns to the Park of Nai Lert on Phloenchit Road from today.
The unsure fate of our forests
Life, Peerawat Jariyasombat, Published on 29/01/2018
» During my recent assignment to Koh Kong province in Cambodia, I came across a project of forest concession for tourism. Situated on the southwestern corner of the country, Koh Kong is home to different forests that play a significant role in the country's rainfall and general environment.
The road less travelled
Life, Peerawat Jariyasombat, Published on 18/01/2018
» While mass tourism is overwhelming the highlighted attractions in Nan, small communities hidden on the back roads allow visitors to know the peaceful face of the province.
A new kind of accommodation for the weary traveller
Life, Peerawat Jariyasombat, Published on 04/01/2018
» As travellers get bored with ordinary hotels, poshtels and themed hotels are stepping in. Steps from the busy Huai Khwang MRT, there is a unique place where backpackers know they can stay in style while exploring the city like locals.
Hilltribe organics
Life, Peerawat Jariyasombat, Published on 16/11/2017
» In a quiet corner of Chiang Rai's Chiang Saen district, ethnic groups from different backgrounds, beliefs and traditions live together in the same village. They share the land, while maintaining their identities and lifestyles.
Looking to the dragon
Life, Peerawat Jariyasombat, Published on 30/10/2017
» Every time I get an assignment in China, old images of chaotic cities pop up in my mind. From the country's notorious images of dirty toilets where severe smells always frighten foreigners, no queuing, noisy conversations, to the hustle and bustle of narrow roads where bicycles, tricycles, motorcycles, cars, and trucks share the same route and try to criss-cross each other, for me a trip to China means language barriers and a massive culture shock.
The green season
Life, Peerawat Jariyasombat, Published on 14/09/2017
» As the monsoons envelope Chiang Mai's mountains, it makes travel to the northern city sublime.
Keeper of the Korans
Life, Peerawat Jariyasombat, Published on 31/08/2017
» In a peaceful corner of Narathiwat, a giant collection of old Korans makes a normal Islamic school an interesting place.
Into the mist
Life, Peerawat Jariyasombat, Published on 13/07/2017
» Thick mist lingers over the lush jungle, blanketing the valley like a white linen sheet. The breeze gently blows out the mist, allowing sunshine to penetrate to the land and jungle below. This is picturesque Sukhirin, nestled in the deep south of Thailand.
In full bloom
Life, Peerawat Jariyasombat, Published on 24/05/2017
» The rainy season has officially begun and the downpour is a wake-up call for many travel destinations featuring colourful wild blossoms.