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Soft power shines in 2024
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 19/12/2024
» As the Year of the Dragon comes to an end, Thailand is being decked out with lights and entertainment to create a joyful mood for all to enjoy countdown festivities. This year, soft power remains key in promoting tourism and culture as tourists seek fresh ways to experience local life and distinct culinary journeys.
Lisa to headline New Year celebrations at Iconsiam
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 05/11/2024
» As Bangkok's sky sparkles with a display of eco-friendly fireworks, Lalisa 'Lisa' Manobal, the Kingdom's incredible singer and style icon, will be the headliner for the Amazing Thailand Countdown 2025 at Iconsiam, which will take place from Dec 29-31.
Asia's top five food destinations revealed
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 14/10/2024
» As gastronomy tourism becomes a soft power means to promote culture, online travel website Agoda has announced the top five food destinations in Asia based on survey data collected from Aug 1-19, with over 4,000 participants from 10 countries.
Plan year-end holidays with Traveloka discounts
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 07/10/2024
» As early birds start organising year-end vacations, Traveloka has launched the "10.10 Travel Fest" campaign in Thailand, Indonesia, Singapore, Malaysia, Vietnam and Australia until Sunday.
A hidden gem in the North
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 05/09/2024
» In the northern town of Nan, the rainy season provides vacationers a chance to experience a slower pace of life amidst picturesque mountainous landscapes. Boundless stretches of rice fields sprout and become verdant as gentle winds chase away the heat.
Discovering Chachoengsao
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 15/08/2024
» Weekends bring life to the century-old Ban Mai Market in Chachoengsao, where local vendors set up stalls to offer a wide range of local delicacies like chaenglon (grilled fish cake), galorgee (rice dumpling topped with black and white sesame), kanom tuay (coconut rice custard) and hoi jo (deep-fried crab meat rolls) that evokes a rush of nostalgia.
Secondary cities see a rise in travel interest
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 04/07/2024
» With stunning scenery, laid-back lifestyle and friendly attitude, Thailand's secondary cities seem to be popular destinations during the rainy season. According to Agoda's data, searches for accommodation to traditionally less visited yet lovely locations are on the rise, highlighting an increasing demand among Thais to explore more diverse regions.
A biodiverse treasure
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 20/06/2024
» It was starting to drizzle and the mountain was shrouded in a sea of mist, making it difficult to see the winding roads leading to Ang Ka Nature Trail nestled in Chiang Mai's Doi Inthanon National Park. There's something alluring about travelling in the rainy season, when the forest becomes green and provides a sanctuary from the heat.
The best learning destinations
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 13/06/2024
» As clouds of rain spread, Life explores interesting museums and learning centre experiences that can accommodate various lifestyles and those wanting a quick weekend trip.
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.