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Floating market hit with overpriced omelette complaint
Gary Boyle, Published on 12/01/2026
» A plain omelette costing 400 baht and other dishes featuring sky-high prices at a restaurant in the famous Damnoen Saduak floating market in Ratchaburi have become the target of tourist complaints.
Thai women rescued from human-egg farm in Georgia
Gary Boyle, Published on 04/02/2025
» Three Thai women have been rescued after being lured into a human-egg harvesting scheme operated by Chinese gangsters in the former Soviet republic of Georgia.
TEST YOURSELF: Strange but healthy
Gary Boyle, Published on 28/09/2023
» From vegan eggs to insect-based treats, Thai researchers are creating alternative healthy food options.
Human trials of Thai jab start
Gary Boyle, Published on 23/03/2021
» Thailand on Monday started the first human trials of a domestically developed Covid-19 vaccine, with the rollout expected to begin next year.
Bang Khae markets shut
Gary Boyle, Published on 16/03/2021
» Authorities have closed six markets in Bang Khae district of Bangkok for three days as City Hall extends testing in affected areas.
Front row at Front Room
Holiday Time, Gary Boyle, Published on 12/12/2019
» What springs to mind when you hear the name Waldorf Astoria? Roaring 20's decadence? Midtown Manhattan opulence? A salad? Or just bang-up-to-date iconic global luxury? Bangkokians lusting after such glamour are now spoiled with the chance to experience the famous brand without the long trek to Gotham.
TEST YOURSELF: Lively Lisbon
Gary Boyle, Published on 21/06/2019
» Portugal's capital city is more popular than ever
The hills are alive
B Magazine, Gary Boyle, Published on 16/06/2019
» Lisbon's hills are no joke. The city is built on seven of them, and a vigorous uphill stroll often sees you rounding a corner only to be faced with another, steeper climb. Your walk from one neighbourhood to the next can be a 20-minute hike. Your boutique room could be on the top floor of a charming, lift-free guest house. If you're not fit, forget it.
Vivid Saffron nights
Holiday Time, Gary Boyle, Published on 25/12/2018
» At this time of year, both Bangkokians and tourists alike head for the elevators. Hit the top button in any decent hotel’s lift and within a minute you’ll be stepping out to a dazzling view of the city. Grab a seat as near to the edge as you dare, order a cocktail, relax and grab that all-important selfie.
Spoiled for choice
Holiday Time, Gary Boyle, Published on 21/12/2018
» We don’t know where to begin. There are simply too many choices. We’ve entered the JW Café in the elegant JW Marriot Bangkok hotel on Sukumvit Soi 2 and realised we are hopelessly unprepared.