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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.
New releases for your streaming pleasure: April 10-16
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 10/04/2024
» Looking for a tile to binge-watch this weekend? Here's our pick!
Japan Airlines offers JAL Japan Explorer Pass for non-residents
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 08/12/2023
» Besides flying directly between Thailand's Suvarnabhumi Airport and Japan's Haneda, Narita and Kansai Airports, Japan Airlines is now offering a special pass called JAL Japan Explorer Pass for Thai and non-resident travellers.
Maldives trip more affordable with Centara
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 25/05/2023
» If a trip to the Maldives is on your bucket list, you'd better act quickly as two Centara properties, Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa Maldives and Centara Ras Fushi Resort & Spa Maldives, are having a flash sale until May 30.
A show of strength
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 16/09/2022
» Over the past few years, American superheroes have dominated the movies in cinemas and series on various streaming services. That is likely to continue since Phase Five of the Marvel Cinematic Universe consists of planned releases in 2023 and 2024, while DC Extended Universe also has at least five films to be released next year. Last month, a reboot of the Red Eagle, perhaps Thailand's best-known superhero, was also announced for a planned release in 2024. Guru thinks home-grown heroes need long overdue love from us, so here are some of the memorable ones for your reading pleasure.
Indulgences and adventures
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 11/03/2022
» After a 50-minute car ride from Krabi International Airport and a 45-minute speed boat ride from a private jetty, you'll arrive in style at sunny Pimalai Resort & Spa on Krabi's Koh Lanta, weather permitting.
Essential post-lockdown tips
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 03/09/2021
» Since every Thai, their mothers and pets are heading out this weekend (guilty!), I would like to highlight a few points from the latest Covid-19 restrictions and offer a few tips that you may find useful.
New norms that don't make much sense
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 05/06/2020
» The phrase "new normal" has become the new cliché as Thailand eases restrictions on businesses and activities. You can go to a cinema without having to worry if anyone will see you bawl your eyes out during an emotional scene since the seats around you are empty. As we learn to live with new norms of everyday life, you may come across some that don't seem to make much sense. Here are a few for your entertainment.
New Kid on Sukhumvit Block
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 13/03/2020
» The Carlton Hotel Bangkok Sukhumvit, Carlton Hotel Group's first property in Thailand, opened its doors on Feb 19. Located between Asok and Phrom Phong, the 34-storey building promises "upper-upscale" hospitality.
What's in a Thai name?
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 02/11/2018
» One aspect about Thai culture that many visitors may be curious about or find fascinating is how we are named, as there seem to be some unwritten rules governing it. This week, I would like to shed some light on this unique aspect of Thai culture while airing my grievances with my fellow Thais who have encountered incidents regarding their names. Our struggle is real.