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A prime location stay
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 21/06/2024
» Standing 24 storeys tall on Pattaya Sai Song, Somerset Pattaya, Ascott's first property in the beachside town, puts their guests in the heart of dining, shopping, nightlife and more.
Pray for love, eat local delicacies and chillax riverside at Dihua Street
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 17/07/2023
» Taipei, the capital of Taiwan, boasts various tourist attractions from parks, temples, markets, museums and more. However, you may want to start your journey on an auspicious note with a visit to Dihua Street where you can pay respect to local deities, sample local delicacies, admire historical shophouses and catch the sunset by the river all in one evening. Most importantly, all can be done within a short walking distance.
Thailand's kookiest competitions
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 22/07/2022
» Every country has its own share of kooky competitions, and that's also true for Thailand. From the search for a Guanyin avatar to the Peta-would-surely-disapprove swimming competition, here are a few for your entertainment.
Sounds of sea and cicada
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 01/07/2022
» Kimpton Kitalay Samui, the second Kimpton in Thailand and Kimpton's first resort in Southeast Asia, lives up to its Thai portmanteau -- kita for music and (ta)lay for sea -- as it sits right next to a secluded and unspoilt stretch of Choeng Mon Beach, Koh Samui. Not only you can hear the sound of waves rolling ashore during your stay but also the buzzing of cicada.
Barefoot Bliss
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 27/05/2022
» Now that international travel and flying restrictions are easing up as more and more countries are welcoming back tourists, you may want to make your first trip aboard in a long while extra special. If the alluring atolls of the Maldives come to mind, a stay at Gili Lankanfushi Maldives may prove to be a bucket-list-worthy experience.
Poster parade
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 15/04/2022
» Ahead of the 2022 Bangkok gubernatorial election, every Bangkokian and their mother can't escape campaign posters. While you may think that most of them are a visual nuisance and take away precious spaces on our sidewalks and public spaces, over the years these campaign posters have seen quite an interesting evolution. I've dug into Bangkok Post's archive to find a few memorable campaign poster moments for your entertainment. *These posters aren't limited to campaigns for Bangkok governor.
Indulgences and adventures
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 11/03/2022
» After a 50-minute car ride from Krabi International Airport and a 45-minute speed boat ride from a private jetty, you'll arrive in style at sunny Pimalai Resort & Spa on Krabi's Koh Lanta, weather permitting.
Pioneer in wellness
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 12/02/2021
» Chiva-Som International Health Resort celebrated its quadranscentennial milestone last year as a pioneer in wellness retreats in Thailand. The brainchild of Boonchu Rojanastien, who was a former finance minister and banker, started out as his personal weekend retreat where he went with friends and family to escape from Bangkok's hustle and bustle. From 1995, the beachfront 17.7-rai property has evolved into an internationally renowned wellness destination that has welcomed many A-listers and collected many accolades, including "Best Destination Spa" by Condé Nast Traveller The Spa Awards 2020. 25 years in the biz. They must be doing something right.
Market maker
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 04/01/2019
» The 10th edition of Made by Legacy Market (fb.com/MadeByLegacy, www.madebylegacy.com) will take place at Sermsuk Warehouse between Charoen Nakhon 13-15 from Jan 11-13, 3pm to midnight. The riverside market will cover 10 rai and be the biggest one ever, featuring 200 shops and vendors. Shoppers can expect vintage and antique items, vinyl records, designer brands, local craft, furniture, fashion items and knick-knacks. Classic cars and motorcycles will be on display for your IG moments, while food and drink, and vinyl tunes will add to the merriment. Admission fee is B100 per person per day. Get off at BTS Saphan Taksin and take a short ferry ride to the market.
Kathmandu getaway
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 22/12/2017
» Nepal may not be a go-to choice when Thais think about travel destinations like they do Japan, Hong Kong or South Korea. We'll go as far as saying that the landlocked country is a bit of mystery. But if you're up for diverse cultures, natural beauties and a little adventure, Nepal is it!