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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.
New skills for a new era
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 23/07/2021
» While the Covid-19 pandemic has disrupted various industries and executives are more aware of digital transformation, the South East Asia Center (SEAC) believes that creating a lifelong learning ecosystem is a sustainable solution for Thais to survive in a new normal.
Caught out in a virus world
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 21/10/2020
» Back in June, Thailand was again in the headlines when UK-based animal rights group World Animal Protection (WAP) released video footage showing a mahout using a bullhook to jab a two-year-old elephant to separate it from its mother. It wasn't a new tactic, but it infuriated people on social media.
Beyond the malls
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 07/09/2020
» Although their neighbourhood may be known for its malls and cheap wares, local galleries, art centres and community members are joining forces to weave a bridge of art and culture through the Pathumwan Art Routes Project (PARs), aiming to spur the economy after foreign tourists have dwindled amid a pandemic.
Virus fears reignite
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 20/07/2020
» Just last week, the situation looked promising as Thailand had no new Covid-19 case resulting from local transmissions for over 50 days. Vacationers were planning trips for the upcoming long holiday weekend and hotels along with tourist destinations were offering special deals.
Get some herbal relief at Iconsiam
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 08/07/2020
» The Mhorya Tha Sooksiam: The Wondrous World Of Thai Herbs festival returns to Iconsiam for its second edition from tomorrow until July 15 to boost Thais' immunity.
Repainting the tourism landscape
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 08/06/2020
» Following the third stage of relaxing the lockdown, inter-provincial travel has been allowed and some tourist destinations have come back to life as people are allowed to leave home to enjoy leisure activities.