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Missing merit and polluted skies
Life, Published on 21/11/2022
» What does the word Bangkok evoke for you?
Make merit and float krathong at five historic temples
Life, Published on 03/11/2022
» "Rak Na Sainam" is the theme of "Bangkok River Festival 2022", which will kick off with activities at 10 cultural heritage waterfronts along the curve of the Chao Phraya River from Saturday to Tuesday, from 5-10pm. However, on Loy Krathong Day, the festival will run until midnight.
Mark Loy Krathong at 5 historic temples
Life, Published on 17/11/2021
» The "Bangkok River Festival 2021" will kick off today with many activities at eight cultural heritage waterfronts along the curve of Chao Phraya River, daily from 5-10pm until Friday.
Royal dining
Guru, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 19/03/2021
» My favourite place in Bangkok is cruising along the River of Kings or being by it, and one of the best places to enjoy the expanse of the river, especially now that river traffic has lessened, is none other than the rather splendid Chakrabongse Villas.
BAB in Brief
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 06/11/2020
» Bangkok Art Biennale 2020 is in full swing, showcasing more than 200 artworks by 82 artists at 10 venues until Jan 31, 2021. River City Bangkok was the last to be added as the tenth venue. If you don't know where to begin, allow me to present a cheatsheet to help you discover pieces that you shouldn't miss from BAB.
A glimpse into the future
Guru, Eric E Surbano, Published on 17/07/2020
» If you hadn't noticed, we're halfway through 2020 already. With everything that's happened the past six months, there's probably a lot of us dreading what the rest of the year holds. Remember when we were so happy in 2019 that a new year was around the corner? Things are looking up as we move forward. Restrictions have eased and events -- you know, those things were people get together and do stuff -- are being held again. This week, we've listed down a few that deserve a note in your calendar.
Room service
Guru, Kankanok Wichiantanon, Published on 01/05/2020
» With everyone adapting to the new norm, hotels have had to reimagine the services they provide. Thinking well outside the box has become an important prerequisite, not just to generate revenue, but also to comfort and soothe the safety-conscious, yet still discerning guests. Guru lists a few examples of the innovative measures.
Float your boat for Loy Krathong
Life, Karnjana Karnjanatawe, Published on 21/11/2018
» When the Full Moon rises in the sky tomorrow night, Thais will celebrate Loy Krathong by launching their floats of flowers on waterways nationwide.
Bridging the gap
Life, Apipar Norapoompipat, Published on 24/10/2018
» Ancient temples and modern art. They seem like two ends of a cultural spectrum that wouldn't seem to bridge well with one another.
Celebrating Thai heritage
Life, Published on 12/04/2018
» Thai Beverage is holding Water Festival 2018: The Joy Of New Year Celebration, a multicultural affair to preserve Thai cultural heritage, in four regions.