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Splashing times ahead!
Life, Patcharawalai Sanyanusin, Published on 10/04/2026
» Songkran is one of Thailand's most cherished celebrations and Bangkok has become a world-class stage for festival revellers who want interactive experiences, contemporary creativity and the traditions of Thai New Year. As there is no reason to stop for fun at only one destination during this long holiday, here we recommend some interesting venues you can go and create your own kind of Songkran memory.
Cool spots for Songkran
Life, Patcharawalai Sanyanusin, Published on 12/04/2024
» This year's Songkran festival is special since it is the first after the holiday was formally recognised as an Intangible Cultural Heritage event by Unesco four months ago. In Bangkok alone, grand celebrations and activities are awaiting revellers at shopping malls, temples and tourist attractions. Here are some recommended venues to take part in water splashing to promote the nation's soft power.
Catch a glimpse of the future of hospitality
Life, Patcharawalai Sanyanusin, Published on 27/02/2024
» Hundreds of hospitality, restaurant and catering brands will unveil the latest products and industry trends at "Thaifex -- Horec Asia 2024" which will take place at Impact Hall 9-12, Muang Thong Thani, from March 6-8, daily from 10am to 6pm.
Lotus Art De Vivre showcases craftsmanship
Life, Patcharawalai Sanyanusin, Published on 21/11/2023
» The power of unity is reflected through a number of stunning craft works on showcase during "The Power Of One LAdV Masterpiece Collection x Damisa Vanaswas", which kicks off on Tuesday and runs daily from 11am to 7pm until Nov 26. The venue is Lotus Art De Vivre boutique at Anantara Siam Bangkok Hotel on Ratchadamri Road.
Pedro Almodovar movies to be screened until Dec 9
Life, Patcharawalai Sanyanusin, Published on 10/11/2021
» A selection of movies by Pedro Almodóvar, an acclaimed Spanish filmmaker, will be presented during the "Spanish Film Festival: Pedro Almodóvar Film Retrospective" which kicks off tomorrow and runs until Dec 9, at Alliance Francaise, Witthayu Road.
Focus on the good in times of crisis
Life, Patcharawalai Sanyanusin, Published on 25/05/2020
» Whether the new coronavirus was man-made or not and where exactly it came from remains a mystery. Even though some experts have said that it is a naturally occurring strain among bats and not a bioweapon, it has claimed more than 320,000 lives and sickened over 5 million people around the world so far.
Fear of virus is more deadly
Life, Patcharawalai Sanyanusin, Published on 16/03/2020
» 'We're thinking about stocking up on some food and water soon. How about you?" asked my sister last month. She said that her husband was worried about Covid-19, which has killed more than 4,000 people and infected more than 118,000 in 114 countries so far.
Exploring the depths of mental well-being
Life, Patcharawalai Sanyanusin, Published on 11/03/2020
» Everybody must have experienced some kind of mental health challenge at least once in their life. It would be great if all of us could hold ourselves and others to be kinder and gentler so that no one else falls into a mental crisis.
Corruption complexities mar Thai politics
Life, Patcharawalai Sanyanusin, Published on 15/04/2019
» This summer seems hotter than usual to me, and the Songkran water splashes don't seem to cool me down at all. Well, the major culprit isn't El Nino, which is hitting the country this year, but rather the political tension that has been escalating since the March 24 election.
International goods for sale to support Red Cross
Life, Patcharawalai Sanyanusin, Published on 22/02/2018
» Shopping enthusiasts should mark the calendar for the "Diplomatic Red Cross Bazaar" for Saturday and Sunday. The highly-anticipated event will bring a myriad of famous products from around the world for a two-day shopping spree from 10am-8pm.