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Traditional textiles and temple tours
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 28/09/2023
» A one-hour drive from downtown Sukhothai to Si Satchanalai district, the Suntree Thai Weaving Center is a place where a group of local skilful weavers gather to work on old wood looms that are all set up in the middle of the green courtyard.
Chiva-Som launches 'Friends Of Chiva-Som' campaign
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 01/05/2023
» As this year marks the 28th anniversary of Chiva-Som, the wellness pioneer has launched brand-new "Friends Of Chiva-Som" campaign to preserve the natural environment surrounding its two resorts in Hua Hin, Thailand and Al Ruwais, Qatar, and to promote sustainable tourism and wellness practices on a global scale.
High-season airfares soar on pricey fuel
Published on 03/09/2022
» Travellers alarmed at sky-high airfares for the year-end holidays can add soaring fuel prices, spurred in part by Russia’s weaponisation of its energy resources, to the list of factors to blame.
Centara Grand Mirage Beach Resort Pattaya
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 17/02/2022
» It was a relaxing evening when I wandered down the pristine Wong Amat beach. The Sun sank over North Pattaya's horizon and the azure skies began to turn pink and orange as a brisk sea wind swept through. This looked to be a reward for vacationers staying at Centara Grand Mirage Beach Resort Pattaya.
Uganda's greatest treasure
Life, Published on 08/06/2017
» Nothing can prepare you for the emotions that rush through you when you see a mountain gorilla up close and personal. It makes the planning, prep, rigorous trek, energy and massive amounts of sweat (and fat) lost in the process all worthwhile.
Barcelona beyond imagination
B Magazine, Chaiyot Yongcharoenchai, Published on 30/04/2017
» Arnold Toynbee once famously said "See Angkor Wat and die". The statement by the British historian refers to the overwhelming beauty of the ancient Cambodian temple complex -- one which he describes as being a sight so awe-inspiring, it's to die for.
Thailand ranks in 'Unsafe Top 20'
Life, Karnjana Karnjanatawe, Published on 27/04/2017
» Thailand ranks among the top 20 unsafe countries for tourists in the world. According to the Travel & Tourism Competitiveness Report 2017 of the World Economic Forum, Thailand ranks 118th out of the 136 countries/territories considered.
A natural paradise of Japan
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 23/06/2016
» Covering approximately 9,187km² and spanning 600km from north to south (from the mainland to Yoronijima Island), Kagoshima is the 10th-largest of all 47 prefectures in Japan. From west to east, there are numerous islands. The climate conditions vary from the snow-capped Isa City to the tropical-like Amami Island. Flora and fauna are abundant there.
An eco-friendly alternative
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 12/11/2015
» Riding on a long-tail boat for a leisurely trip along the more than 150-year-old Maha Sawat Canal in Nakhon Pathom province could be a thing of the past soon due to the recent launch of a prototype solar-powered boat for tourists. If this pilot project is successful, similar boats will be introduced to Amphawa in Samut Songkhram.
A journey in George Town
Life, Melalin Mahavongtrakul, Published on 04/12/2014
» A day, a bike and a world heritage site. If you ever get to spend a day in George Town, Penang, the first thing you must do is rent a bicycle. It costs just RM10 (around 100 baht) per day to explore the artsy streets of the Unesco World Heritage Site in Malaysia in a fun and interesting way.