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A weekend in Vientiane
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 30/05/2024
» Just a 45-minute drive across the First Thai-Lao Friendship Bridge and with a linguistic resemblance to the Isan dialect, Vientiane is one of the most welcoming destinations for Thais seeking a weekend experience. This humble town radiates the allure of a bygone colonial age and its laid-back lifestyle allows visitors to avoid any rushing.
Get special deals at Centara Grand Hotel Osaka
Life, Published on 30/05/2024
» To celebrate its first anniversary, Centara Grand Hotel Osaka is offering special deals for guests who book before Aug 15 for stays between June 1 and Sept 30.
Nature-inspired residential calm
Guru, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 28/05/2024
» To escape the horrid heat of Bangkok, a quick weekend escape to Singapore is always welcome. In the Garden City, it rains long enough to keep the temperature cool and humidity modest, unlike here.
Paradise reborn
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 23/05/2024
» Though the rainy season has officially started in some parts of the country, it appeared we were in luck when rain clouds drifted off Phuket. The Sun was shining and the sky was clear when we arrived at Visit Panwa Pier, where a fleet of speedboats and catamarans were cruising the water to pick up passengers.
Mark Visakha Bucha Day in Sukhothai
Life, Published on 16/05/2024
» To commemorate Visakha Bucha Day, worshippers and tourists in the ancient town of Sukhothai are welcome to gather at Wat Chang Lom and participate in the wian thian ceremony between May 21 and 22 to mark the birth, enlightenment and death of Lord Buddha.
Hong Kong spotlights its marine heritage
Life, Published on 09/05/2024
» This month, Hong Kong pays homage to the city's marine heritage which means visitors can enjoy a wide range of charming cultural festivals and brand-new pyro and drone shows.
Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas Hua Hin turns 101
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 07/05/2024
» Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas Hua Hin turns 101 this year. It first opened in 1923, during the reign of King Rama VI, when it was The Railway Hotel, Hua Hin, and was one of the first beach resorts in Thailand.
A coastal gem
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 25/04/2024
» Throughout my work life I have gone on many group tours, but this was my first solo trip to Koh Lan in Chon Buri. About a 90-minute drive from Bangkok, Koh Lan is the perfect destination for anyone wanting an island vacation without having to take a flight south.
Michelin Guide Thailand expands to Chon Buri
Life, Published on 25/04/2024
» Travellers will have more dining options as Michelin Guide Thailand 2025 is set to feature the coastal province of Chon Buri to highlight Thailand's diverse culinary landscapes. Last year, the guide expanded its list to include Nakhon Ratchasima, Khon Kaen, Ubon Ratchathani and Udon Thani, as well as Koh Samui and Surat Thani this year.
Cosi Vientiane Nam Phu opens
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 22/04/2024
» After opening three Thai properties in Samui, Pattaya and Krabi, Cosi, the affordable lifestyle brand under Centara Hotels & Resorts, made its first foray outside Thailand by opening Cosi Vientiane Nam Phu in the capital of Laos.