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A roundup of Bangkok's best spots for your fluffy friends
Guru, Suthivas Tanphaibul, Published on 15/06/2023
» It's not always paw-sible to take your furry sidekicks with you everywhere in Bangkok. Luckily, the city is getting friendlier for pawrents and their fur babies as the pet-friendly policy seems to be on the rise at parks, malls and condos. So, hoomans who look to spend QT with their pets should heed our list of pet-friendly venues in Bangkok below.
Celebrate International Coffee Day, Oct 1, with the drink's history in Thailand and chit-chats with experts
Guru, Suthivas Tanphaibul, Published on 30/09/2022
» Nothing gets you through the day like a cup of coffee, whether to kickstart your morning or keep you awake all day long. Many might see coffee as just another caffeinated drink, regardless of how it is brewed, with little or no thought to its origins.
Hobby hideaways
Guru, Suthivas Tanphaibul, Published on 05/08/2022
» Learning doesn't always have to be all about academic matters. You can still pick up new skills and hobbies no matter how old you are. Guru has gathered a list of interesting workshops and private classes for you to never stop growing (metaphorically). We also asked workshop instructors what they have to offer their students and their backgrounds as food for thought.
Trash to treasure
Guru, Suthivas Tanphaibul, Published on 10/06/2022
» Going green is the new black and it’s true for the Thai fashion scene. To belatedly celebrate World Environment Day, Guru speaks to inventive Thai designers/entrepreneurs, who offer eco-conscious customers sustainable fashion items made from trash. They explain misunderstandings about trashion like "Why does it cost more?" and "Is sustainable fashion just upcycling waste?"
Sunny side out!
Guru, Suthivas Tanphaibul, Published on 01/04/2022
» The Thai Meteorological Department recently announced the arrival of summer in Thailand and the sunny side is that you can get your tan on and enjoy seasonal events. Whether you're an outdoorsy person who enjoys soaking up the rays or a vampire-kind who tries to stay away from daylight, Guru has six ways to cool off or bask in Bangkok's warmth this hot summer.
Into the metaverse and beyond
Guru, Suthivas Tanphaibul, Published on 25/02/2022
» Be among the pioneers to witness a glimpse of the futuristic digital world with all the first-hand experiences at "The Metaworld By Zixel", an NFT exhibition where you can immerse yourself in simulations of the metaverse. To commemorate the launch of Zixel by Zipmex -- a curated NFT platform, Zipmex hosts Southeast Asia's first-ever metaverse exhibition on the 1st floor of Siam Paragon, which will run till Mar 20. Don't know where to start your tour of the tangible metaverse? Guru did the legwork and will walk you through the three zones inside this metaworld.
Fit and fun
Guru, Suthivas Tanphaibul, Published on 15/10/2021
» Since the government has eased restrictions for all sports venues in Bangkok, many are eager to get back on the fitness track. Besides the obvious go-to gyms, there are alternative venues where you can sweat it out with new activities. From climbing a (pseudo) cliff to aiming for baseball home runs, Guru presents a list of alternative sports venues that would make your comeback to a fitness routine even more exciting and challenging.
Lockdown 'IT' items
Guru, Suthivas Tanphaibul, Published on 03/09/2021
» The novelty of SAH or WFH eventually wears out and what can hold your attention most during these times apart from all the apps? Online shopping! The latest hot picks in online shopping are air fryers, Nintendo Switch and potted plants, to name a few. Although they do not keep us safe from infection, they help us kill lockdown boredom. But are these in-trend items worth snatching up? Guru delves deeper into the 'it' items bought during lockdown to find out how they've helped people cope with the situation.
Class of Covid-19
Guru, Suthivas Tanphaibul, Published on 20/08/2021
» Stepping out into the world as a fresh graduate during a pandemic has been undeniably difficult. Transition into adulthood is tough enough without Miss Rona, who has caused the decline of job opportunities, an unstable political situation and loss of life experiences, to name a few on the tip of the iceberg. However, this is a reality that millions of young Thais face today. Guru speaks to a few to learn about their beginnings at adulthood and resources they can turn to for help.