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A slice of China in Isan
Life, Pongpet Mekloy, Published on 01/12/2016
» Udon Thani, the most economically bustling city of the upper Northeast, is blessed with three public parks: Nong Prachak, Nong Bua and Nong Sim. Each of them was named after the lake that forms the core of the park; all of them are nice for cycling.
Scaling new heights
Life, Pongpet Mekloy, Published on 08/09/2016
» Like many provinces that line the Thai side of the Mekong, Nong Khai is blessed with a host of lovable attractions. Today let's explore two of Nong Khai's lesser known, yet no less charming, districts: Si Chiang Mai and Sang Khom.
Ready for take off
Guru, Jarupat Buranastidporn, Published on 12/08/2016
» Ever wondered what that bright blue track by Suvarnabhumi Airport is for? Why, it's the only unobstructed bike track that's (sort of) in Bangkok, of course.
The long and winding trail
Life, Pongpet Mekloy, Published on 28/07/2016
» Bang Phra Reservoir not only stores water resources for households and farmlands in the northwestern part of Chon Buri province, but with its convenient location and well-paved roads running around it, the scenic reservoir also serves as an ideal training ground for cyclists.
The sex workers embraced by the wrong arms of the law
Spectrum, Chaiyot Yongcharoenchai, Published on 24/07/2016
» Strolling around downtown Udon Thani, visitors quickly gain the impression it is not much different from other major cities in Thailand. The locals are genuinely friendly and the streetscape consists of the usual food stalls, mega shopping malls and night market, adding a big-city vibe to the culturally rich northeastern hub.
Songkran sojourns
Guru, Published on 08/04/2016
» Songkran Festival will be celebrated all over the country next week. Here's a quick rundown of the Songkran hotspots
'New Year's gift' for traffic violators questioned
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 23/12/2015
» Many in the social media are questioning the reduced fines during the New Year period in Bangkok for "minor" traffic violations – like driving without a license or not wearing a helmet.
China should be more generous in Thai-Sino rail deal
News, Achara Ashayagachat, Published on 15/12/2015
» The Dec 3 memorandum of understanding on a railway construction project between Thailand and China heralded a step forward for closer Thai-Sino relations.
It isn't all just entertainment
Life, Usnisa Sukhsvasti, Published on 21/09/2015
» It's a bit appalling when you wake up to watch the morning news and you find, on what is arguably the country's most watched programme, this sort of content: An offer of five programme T-shirts, emblazoned with a cartoon version of the news anchor's face, to winners of the day's "Viewers' Top Picks".
Life's a beach
Guru, Mika Apichatsakol, Published on 11/09/2015
» Relaxation doesn’t always mean doing nothing at a nice hotel. Boathouse by Montara, located on Phuket’s Kata beach, provides enough activities and attractions to keep you from spending your entire getaway in your hotel room. The 26-year-old property, which underwent major renovations three years ago, includes the Boathouse Resort, Boathouse Wine & Grill and the Re Ka Ta Beach Club.