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A pier into the past
B Magazine, Usnisa Sukhsvasti, Published on 22/03/2015
» Once a bustling but run-down pier on the Chao Phraya River, Tha Maharaj has recently received a face-lift and is now a trendy little community mall that boasts a Thai-modern look with colonial fusion architecture.
Have we been sold down the river?
Life, Usnisa Sukhsvasti, Published on 16/03/2015
» Despite the growth of Bangkok as a modern metropolis, it is the Chao Phraya River that remains the heart of the city. That's why riverside hotels have that little edge over their city counterparts. Soaring skyscrapers on the horizon aside, once you are by the river, there is a sense of serenity and timelessness that is somehow reassuring.
In the mood for love and music
B Magazine, Usnisa Sukhsvasti, Published on 08/03/2015
» Love was in the air as the Emporium Shopping Complex staged its “Emporium Music Rendezvous 2015”, an annual event now in its 13th year.
Dressed for success
B Magazine, Usnisa Sukhsvasti, Published on 15/02/2015
» In its latest reincarnation, Emporium Shopping Centre is making its mark as a modern luxury retail centre, with new international fashion brands opening, or reopening their boutiques as days go by.
Legends brought to life
Life, Usnisa Sukhsvasti, Published on 15/01/2015
» The ancient city of Bagan, located right in the centre of Myanmar, is one of the most visited sites in the country. Its 2,000 temples, dating as far back as 900 years, are a photographer’s dream, especially viewed during the magical moments of sunrise and sunset, framed by the Ayeyarwaddy River and the mountains in the background.
Blast from the past
B Magazine, Usnisa Sukhsvasti, Published on 07/12/2014
» Stirring a lot of interest along the streets of Hua Hin last week was a parade of some 40 classic cars.
No ticket to ride
Life, Usnisa Sukhsvasti, Published on 17/11/2014
» There was a rumour last week that Bangkok's Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system was going to be closed down due to operational losses.
Midterm vs midlife crisis
Life, Usnisa Sukhsvasti, Published on 20/10/2014
» My daughter is going through her "midterm crisis" at the moment, cramming for exams and being generally cranky. She was particularly upset when prior commitments meant she couldn't join friends for a weekend study session.
Do the rice thing
Life, Usnisa Sukhsvasti, Published on 11/08/2014
» Tomorrow is Mother's Day, so this is a wonderful opportunity to write about rice.
Smartphones go glam
B Magazine, Usnisa Sukhsvasti, Published on 13/04/2014
» One tends to think of smartphones as utility items, but Samsung managed to imbue them with glamour at the recent “Discover the Glam” dinner event. Held in the Grand Ballroom of the Grand Hyatt Erawan, the event was hosted by Samsung, in conjunction with AIS, to introduce its latest gadgets, the Galaxy S5 and Gear Fit.