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This year, Songkran hits a little bit different
Life, Niki Chatikavanij, Published on 11/04/2026
» As Thais gear up for the upcoming Songkran holiday, I can't help but notice how this year's highly anticipated days off and time off work have a bit more nuance to them than usual. Granted, people are still discussing rest, relaxation and how they will fully utilise their time away from the office, whilst the jetset crowd will undoubtedly make full use of flying overseas and avoiding Middle Eastern routes, but something feels a bit different this year.
Splashing times ahead!
Life, Patcharawalai Sanyanusin, Published on 10/04/2026
» Songkran is one of Thailand's most cherished celebrations and Bangkok has become a world-class stage for festival revellers who want interactive experiences, contemporary creativity and the traditions of Thai New Year. As there is no reason to stop for fun at only one destination during this long holiday, here we recommend some interesting venues you can go and create your own kind of Songkran memory.
The Mall Lifestore Bangkae opens rooftop water park
Life, Published on 01/04/2026
» The Mall Lifestore Bangkae recently open Harbor Island, a massive rooftop water park spanning over 11,000m² located on the 3rd floor.
The new oil shock
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 31/03/2026
» On Feb 28, the United States and Israel launched a joint military operation to attack Iran and kill the supreme leader Ali Khamenei. Iran retaliated with attacks targeting Israeli military bases as well as US military bases in the Middle East. Following US-Israeli strikes on Iran, on March 27 the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) officially announced the closure of the Strait of Hormuz which is a key oil transit route.
Art from the ashes
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 25/03/2026
» In 2024, artist Kan Nathiwutthikun, better known as Kan Nathi, experienced living among smoke from wildfires since her house was located near Doi Inthanon in Chiang Mai. After the wildfires were extinguished, Kan asked her assistant to go with her to collect ashes and burnt wood to create artwork. Some of those artworks are now on display at the exhibition "Blueprint of the Apocalypse" at VS Gallery.
Tech, services expos run jointly at Impact
Life, Published on 23/03/2026
» More than 400 domestic and international companies will present cutting-edge technologies and services at ASEE 2026 and ARHC 2026 at Impact Exhibition Centre, Muang Thong Thani, from Wednesday to Friday.
Guru's Weekly Buzz: Feb 27-Mar 5
Guru, Guru writers, Published on 27/02/2026
» Guru By Bangkok Post's weekly pick of the most exciting products, activities, food and travel to indulge in.
Fragile strength
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 25/02/2026
» Naraphat Sakarthornsap has been interested in flowers since he was a child. When he was a primary student, he spent a summer break at his aunt's house in Surin. He liked to look through his aunt's botany books and remember the names of the plants and flowers. When he went to market, people were surprised that he could recognise a plant like nom maeo.
Comfort Thai dishes with a twist
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 24/02/2026
» Siwilai City Club, Bangkok’s beach club on Central Embassy's Level 5, recently introduced Sala "Chef Waii" Sakdadej, whose restaurant Rasik Local Kitchen in Chiang Mai has a Bib Gourmand distinction, as its new chef partner.
Guru's Weekly Buzz: Feb 20-26
Guru, Guru writers, Published on 20/02/2026
» Guru By Bangkok Post's weekly pick of the most exciting products, activities, food and travel to indulge in.