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Resplendent renovation
Life, Pongpet Mekloy, Published on 13/02/2020
» During the past four years, if you entered Wat Ratchabophit Sathit Maha Simaram, you would find scaffolding here and there. The lengthy renovation was to ensure the royal temple built by King Chulalongkorn (Rama V) would be in its full glory not just during its 150th-anniversary celebration, which took place recently, but also for years, or another century, to come.
JW Marriott Hotel Bangkok
Life, Pongpet Mekloy, Published on 06/02/2020
» With its major renovation completed, the 5-star property has strengthened its position as a leader in this part of Sukhumvit. All the rooms and suites have been refreshed. My suite entitled me access to the Executive Lounge on the 16th floor, where tea, coffee and snacks are served at no extra charge all day.
Religious retreat
Life, Pongpet Mekloy, Published on 06/02/2020
» If you still haven't made plans for this Makha Bucha weekend, you could do worse than head to Maha Sarakham. The northeastern province is celebrating its annual festival at Phra Borommathat Na Dun, a revered pagoda in the district of the same name, until Sunday.
Come and see
Life, Pongpet Mekloy, Published on 30/01/2020
» 'But why? There's nothing to see there. Are you looking for a filming location?" asked the old lady at the roadside food stall when she knew that after the lunch my friends and I were going to Talat Klong Sip Song Hok Wa, a nearby waterside community so named because it is located at the point where Hok Wa and Sip Song canals cross.
Food and fun in Pattaya
Life, Pongpet Mekloy, Published on 30/01/2020
» As food fairs go, Doen Kin Thin Na Klua is up there with the best of them. But time is running out if you wish to enjoy this year's event, with only this weekend and next Saturday left to go.
Darkness and light in Lam Khlong Ngu
Life, Pongpet Mekloy, Published on 28/01/2020
» Kanchanaburi's Lam Khlong Ngu National Park opens two of its best attractions -- Sao Hin and Nok Nang Aen caves -- for roughly two months a year. In 2020, the period runs from Feb 29 to May 4.
Suphan Buri style
Life, Pongpet Mekloy, Published on 23/01/2020
» Downtown Suphan Buri is home to a large number of people of Chinese descent. Even the Lak Muang shrine, where the city guardian statues are kept, was built in the Chinese style. So if you're looking for a place to celebrate the Lunar New Year, Suphan Buri is one of the destinations you should consider.
A festival with pop
Life, Pongpet Mekloy, Published on 16/01/2020
» Yasothon is best known for Bun Bang Fai (Rocket Festival) that takes place in early May. But in the first week of next month, Feb 3-7, the northeastern province will have another grand celebration that, unlike Bun Bang Fai, you can't find elsewhere.
The other side to Pattaya
Life, Pongpet Mekloy, Published on 16/01/2020
» Na Klua may not be the most prominent mark on the Pattaya tourist map. But for some, a trip to the popular resort city wouldn't be complete without a visit to the northern end of town. Indeed, a growing number of holidaymakers, myself included, see Na Klua as a worthy destination in its own right. With its old-town charm, street art, inexpensive fresh seafood, seaside picnic areas and more, what's not to love?
24 Samsen Heritage Guest House
Life, Pongpet Mekloy, Published on 09/01/2020
» For nostalgia lovers, this hidden gem in a quiet residential area of Dusit district is a delightful find. Built in 1932, it was the home of Lt Gen Phra Silapasatrakhom, former chief of the Royal Thai Aide-De-Camp Department. The well-preserved two-storied wooden house, which has only four rooms for guests, is like a hideaway that could only be reached by a time machine.