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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.
Places to enjoy nature's beauty around Asia
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 14/03/2024
» To celebrate the launch of Eco Deals 2024, which will contribute US$1 million (35.6 million baht) to World Wide Fund for Nature, Agoda has revealed Asia's Top 9 Nature Destinations based on searches conducted on its platform in January and is offering savings of up to 15%.
Traipsing around Taipei
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 05/01/2023
» It had been raining on and off all day, so soaking in a hot spring at Beitou sounded like the perfect way to be warm inside and out. To Taipei's north, the neighbourhood of Beitou sits amid the Tatun volcano group and the Guandu plain, making it one of the most bountiful regions in Taiwan.
Closer to heaven
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 01/12/2022
» Doi Luang Chiang Dao in Chiang Mai is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to discover lush sub-alpine woodland and limestone mountains that rise 2,225m above sea level. As part of Chiang Dao Wildlife Sanctuary, its topography is comparable to that of the Himalayas and south China.
Rediscovering Penang
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 25/08/2022
» As the bus takes us to George Town for breakfast, I glance out the window and see how similar Penang and Phuket islands are to one another. Both old cities are home to a unique collection of magnificent classic Sino-Portuguese buildings that harmoniously fuse Eastern and Western architectural styles.
A stroll in another world
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 23/06/2022
» After Thailand's first zoological park closed in mid-2018, Dusit Zoo relocated to Pathum Thani and reopened earlier this year to serve as a new recreational attraction for families interested in learning about wildlife and biological systems.
So close yet worlds apart
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 12/05/2022
» The gentle winds cooled the summer heat as I sat on the bank of the Nakhon Chai Si River, taking in a beautiful view of the waterside hamlet and lush landscapes of the small town of Sam Phran in Nakhon Pathom province. It's only a 90-minute drive from the hustle and bustle of downtown Bangkok in order to breathe in some fresh air on the weekend.
Centara Reserve Samui
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 13/01/2022
» When I arrived at Centara Reserve Samui, the Gulf of Thailand's brilliant turquoise sea was set against a dramatic background of bright blue skies and the pure white Chaweng beach. It was a sunny morning, but the fresh sea breeze kept me cool and relaxed.
Pandemic pampering
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 12/08/2021
» As daily Covid-19 infections surpass the 20,000 mark, Bangkok and many other provinces in dark-red zones were once again placed under curfew and further restrictions. To prevent virus transmission, recreational facilities and tourist attractions have closed their doors, while many people continue to work from home. But a slew of luxury 5-star hotels and resorts are now crafting customised staycation packages to raise travellers' spirits and provide a change of scenery for those who are bored.
Nature bounces back
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 25/05/2020
» While humans are struggling to survive the Covid-19 outbreak, nature is gradually rehabilitating after being ruined by tourism for years. For two months running, 133 national parks have been closed and Thai citizens have been observing strict travel restrictions, making it the perfect time for animals to enjoy their lives without any distraction.