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Guru's Weekly Buzz: April 10-16
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 10/04/2026
» Guru By Bangkok Post's weekly pick of the most exciting products, activities, food and travel to indulge in.
One trip, two paradises
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 10/06/2025
» Centara Grand Lagoon Maldives debuted on April 1 as the fourth property in the Maldives by Centara Hotels & Resorts. What makes it a standout is a special perk of complimentary access to certain facilities at the neighbouring property, Centara Mirage Lagoon Maldives. One trip, two paradises, if you will. More on this later.
Play prioritised
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 22/07/2024
» Moxy, a playful and youthful brand under Marriott International, has made its Thailand debut with Moxy Bangkok Ratchaprasong, also Asia Pacific's largest Moxy, at the same building where The Market Bangkok is located, bringing much-needed vibrancy and traffic to the latter.
Centara Hotels & Resorts announces five upcoming properties
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 19/02/2024
» Centara Hotels & Resorts, Thailand's leading hospitality group, has announced the plan to add five properties to its diverse portfolio, expanding its footprint in Thailand and Vietnam.
Fascinating Fonts
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 29/07/2022
» The Thai alphabet has an aesthetic appeal that has inspired many creative and artistic works. Since today is National Thai Language Day and to honour Thailand's mother tongue, here are a few noteworthy Thai-font-inspired works and the creative minds behind them.
Barefoot Bliss
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 27/05/2022
» Now that international travel and flying restrictions are easing up as more and more countries are welcoming back tourists, you may want to make your first trip aboard in a long while extra special. If the alluring atolls of the Maldives come to mind, a stay at Gili Lankanfushi Maldives may prove to be a bucket-list-worthy experience.
Making Internship Count
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 18/03/2022
» A Facebook post by a Chula student went viral last weekend and sparked a conversation surrounding the state of internships in Thailand. The sports science student was told to complete his internship next year, following a dispute with a higher-up while interning at a hotel. Apparently, he refused to do what he was told and got snappy in his reply via Line to the general manager. He argued that the uni could have done more for him as he had secured another company to continue his internship there instead.
Pioneer in wellness
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 12/02/2021
» Chiva-Som International Health Resort celebrated its quadranscentennial milestone last year as a pioneer in wellness retreats in Thailand. The brainchild of Boonchu Rojanastien, who was a former finance minister and banker, started out as his personal weekend retreat where he went with friends and family to escape from Bangkok's hustle and bustle. From 1995, the beachfront 17.7-rai property has evolved into an internationally renowned wellness destination that has welcomed many A-listers and collected many accolades, including "Best Destination Spa" by Condé Nast Traveller The Spa Awards 2020. 25 years in the biz. They must be doing something right.
Culinary crash course
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 20/12/2019
» I remember back when no kids would say they wanted to grow up and become a chef. Fast forward to the present day when becoming a chef has become a career of choice (with a side of celebrity) for many. Whether you aspire to be an Iron Chef, Masterchef, Top Chef, executive chef of a five-star hotel, chef-patron of a Michelin-starred restaurant (or just a better home cook), you can kick-start your culinary journey at Dusit Thani College.
Krabi's Piece of Paradise
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 01/11/2019
» Pimalai Resort & Spa lives up to its name, which is derived from Sankrit, meaning a piece of paradise. Your journey to get there is an experience in itself. Guests are whisked away comfortably (and for free) in a minivan from Krabi Airport to an exclusive jetty to board a Pimalai boat. While onboard, you can nurse a cold drink while taking snapshots against the deep blue sea and various islands along the way.