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Seaside staycation
Guru, Kankanok Wichiantanon, Published on 09/04/2021
» With no shortage of comfort, a stay at the seafront retreat of Hua Hin Marriott Resort & Spa is as uplifting as ice cream on a hot summer's day. Having just celebrated five years of being in operation, the resort continues to soar in popularity among families despite the pandemic. Solo vacationers and couples will also have an experience that is as sublime as the experience had by the kids doing cannonballs into the resort's pool.
Combatting food waste
Guru, Kankanok Wichiantanon, Published on 26/02/2021
» Yindii is an app that bridges the distance between sellers of quality food surplus and eco-conscious consumers. Users can shop for unsold food items or fresh produce that are untouched, from restaurants and shops, at discounted prices.
Comfort given a mining twist
Guru, Kankanok Wichiantanon, Published on 18/12/2020
» When one pictures mining, the words luxury, refinement, beauty and utter relaxation are certainly not the first ones that come to mind. But these words aptly describe this tin mine-themed resort along Phuket's Nai Yang shoreline. Trust me: you can wear your whites here with no fear of them getting covered in soot.
City getaway
Guru, Kankanok Wichiantanon, Published on 16/10/2020
» More often than not, when one thinks of Bangkok Marriott Marquis Queen's Park, one thinks of a prime site adjoining a leafy square that is Benjasiri Park in the city centre, within walking distance of numerous attractions in Sukhumvit Road. Bangkok foodies, however, would picture Goji Kitchen + Bar, which features a quality international buffet and Akira Back, an American-Japanese-Korean fusion restaurant.
New beginnings
Guru, Kankanok Wichiantanon, Published on 02/10/2020
» Multiple high-end properties in the heart of Bangkok and around Thailand are getting ready to unveil themselves, from a sumptuous retreat on Patong Beach in Phuket to a long-anticipated ultra-luxury hotel Capella Bangkok. It's time to dust off your luggage and get ready to be the first to experience the hottest openings of the year.
The world on a plate
Guru, Kankanok Wichiantanon, Published on 18/09/2020
» The inability to travel has left us hungry for adventure and what better way to satisfy the longing for exploration than tasting new cuisines? Whether it's momos that brings to mind Himalayan snow-capped mountains or feijoada that takes you to a beach in Rio, there's something for everyone. Guru presents a list of restaurants that are your tickets to flavour town.
Quick escapes
Guru, Kankanok Wichiantanon, Published on 04/09/2020
» If you're thinking of staying at home over this long weekend because you think it's too late to plan anything, think again. Make the most out of these substitute holidays by exploring these exciting destinations that are a short train ride or a quick drive from Bangkok. Pack a bag and get moving.
Nuovo Italiano
Guru, Kankanok Wichiantanon, Published on 29/05/2020
» With the departure of chef Andrea Buson, Alessio Banchero has stepped in to lead one of Bangkok's long-established Italian restaurants, Biscotti, at the Anantara Siam Bangkok.
Home improvement
Guru, Kankanok Wichiantanon, Published on 17/04/2020
» There are many services and products that we are used to using outside our homes, which we no longer have access to. However, people adapt to changes and most of those services and products can be enjoyed in the comfort of the great indoors. They include absolute essentials, such as hardware needed for work and items to entertain yourself like VR headsets, as well as beauty services. Guru has listed a few such things.
Thai flavours with a healthy twist
Guru, Kankanok Wichiantanon, Published on 21/02/2020
» Phloenchit's Mövenpick BDMS Wellness Resort's new Thai restaurant, Khum Hom, has renowned Thai chef Ian Kittichai at the helm. The restaurant has a relaxed atmosphere that allows you to lick the butter knife without worrying if you will be judged for it. The sun-filled dining room is dominated by a navy blue palette and wood accents. It's bright and airy thanks to the floor-to-ceiling windows that open out to a verdant garden filled with tropical trees.