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The best of Koh Samui
Life, Published on 19/09/2024
» In the late morning on Koh Samui, it began to sprinkle and strong gusts were driving away the nimbus clouds as we reached Bang Makham beach for breakfast. For a mere 59 baht per person, the Po Lay beachfront eatery offers a full buffet line-up with tempting options of authentic southern-style fare such as yellow fish curry (nam ya pla), thick fish curry (gaeng tai pla) and peanut sauce (nam prik), which can be paired with a range of fresh or pickled vegetables.
Agoda releases list of affordable destinations
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 06/09/2024
» There are various alternatives available to travellers who are seeking places to stay over long weekends and holidays. In a recent list, Agoda revealed the top nine affordable destinations, with the cheapest room rates in Hat Yai from Aug 15 to Sept 30.
A hidden gem in the North
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 05/09/2024
» In the northern town of Nan, the rainy season provides vacationers a chance to experience a slower pace of life amidst picturesque mountainous landscapes. Boundless stretches of rice fields sprout and become verdant as gentle winds chase away the heat.
More than just a hotel
Guru, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 28/08/2024
» Finally making its debut on home ground, the Singapore-founded Como Hotels and Resorts fully opened the Como Metropolitan Singapore in February.
Discovering Chachoengsao
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 15/08/2024
» Weekends bring life to the century-old Ban Mai Market in Chachoengsao, where local vendors set up stalls to offer a wide range of local delicacies like chaenglon (grilled fish cake), galorgee (rice dumpling topped with black and white sesame), kanom tuay (coconut rice custard) and hoi jo (deep-fried crab meat rolls) that evokes a rush of nostalgia.
Palace in Phitsanulok springs to life
Life, Published on 15/08/2024
» To honour King Borom Trailokanat, Chan Royal Palace in the old town of Phitsanulok will come back to life with the Thailand Cultural Expo that takes place tomorrow and Saturday. The remarkable light and sound show will allow visitors to step back in time to the reign of King Borom Trailokanat.
Surge in inbound tourists pushes Japan to explore dual pricing
Published on 22/07/2024
» TOKYO: As Japan copes with an influx of tourists driven by the yen's weakness, a growing number of restaurant and attraction operators are looking at charging foreign visitors more, a development that has sparked concerns it may conflict with how the country wants to market itself.
Savour a world of culinary delights
Guru, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 16/07/2024
» The Las Vegas of Asia, Macau is not known just for its lights, sounds and opulent casino hotels.
Mount Fuji climbing season begins in full as Shizuoka trails opened
Published on 11/07/2024
» SHIZUOKA, Japan: The climbing season on Japan's Mount Fuji began in full Wednesday with the opening of the three trails on the Shizuoka prefecture side of the mountain.
Exquisite tastes of Khao Yai
Guru, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 19/06/2024
» The monsoons are the perfect season to get away to lusher, greener climates. And if you don’t want to go far, Khao Yai makes a good destination for a couple of days.