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Board The Blue Jasmine
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 27/01/2026
» Jim Thompson continues to go "beyond silk' by joining forces with The Blue Jasmine, a restored historic train travelling from Bangkok’s Hua Lamphong station to four provinces, with stops at ancient sites.
An elegant afternoon at Aman Nai Lert Bangkok
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 14/08/2025
» Opened in early April, Aman Nai Lert Bangkok, the second Aman in Thailand and the 36th property from Aman Resorts, has introduced a signature summer afternoon tea at 1872, the hotel's sunlit lounge and bar on the lobby floor. It's named after the year historic Thai investor and developer Nai Lert, aka Phraya Bhakdinorasreth, was born.
Summer Sonic makes Thailand debut in August
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 29/03/2024
» Summer Sonic is a recognised name among global music festivals. Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin opened the Government House on Wednesday to host the announcement of the inaugural Summer Sonic Bangkok as a gesture of commitment to promote Thailand's soft power.
Cartier unveils the largest boutique in Thailand
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 18/09/2023
» Cartier recently launched its largest boutique in Thailand at The Emporium, showcasing its sophisticated signatures and inspirations from Thai culture.
Kumar brings his greatest hits to Bangkok on Friday
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 23/05/2023
» Let's get something about Kumar straight first (pun very intended). According to his interview with 'The Straights Times', Kumar isn't a drag queen but a stand-up comedian who is in drag. And if he could have his way, his pronoun would be Kumar.
Celebrate Chinese New Year at Ikea
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 19/01/2023
» When you think of places to celebrate the Lunar New Year, Ikea probably isn’t it. But the Swedish furniture brand is offering dishes and drinks, a new collection and several activities to welcome the Year Of The Black Rabbit.
Stylish stays at Meliá Chiang Mai, the third Meliá in Thailand
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 28/11/2022
» Spanish hospitality brand Meliá has gone up North to open Meliá Chiang Mai, its third Thai property following Meliá Koh Samui and Meliá Phuket Mai Khao. If no one tells you that Meliá Chiang Mai stands where the Pornping Tower Hotel stood, I bet you would think that it has been built from the ground up. Look at the before and after photos, you may agree with me that the transformation is very extensive and impressive.
Thai Conversation Starters That Should Be Cancelled
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 04/02/2022
» At the risk of sounding like a social justice warrior and woke snowflake, I find various casual lines in Thai conversation to be problematic. They may sound innocent upon first hearing but if you really dissect them you may find them to be verbal putdown focused on perceived flaws and laced with micro-aggressions. Think I may be overreacting? Check them out below and reasons why I think they are offensive. Most importantly, I have also come up with sassy retorts for your entertainment.
Thai Words of the Year
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 03/12/2021
» Collins Dictionary recently picked NFT, or non-fungible tokens, as 2021's Word of the Year and it got my language pedant self thinking two things. First, isn't NFT an acronym and hence it should be "acronym of the year" or two words of the year if we want to be that anal-retentive. Second, why don't I give the same treatment to the Thai language for your edutainment? Here's my personal pick of TWOTY.
Dubious Designs
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 08/10/2021
» Good designs can stop you in your tracks and catch your attention. Questionable designs garner the same reaction, though with unintentional comedic effect or innuendos. Don't believe me? Here are a few of so-bad-it's-good designs for your entertainment.