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Who taught these scholars?
Life, Peerawat Jariyasombat, Published on 29/02/2016
» After all the drama and controversy circulated both online and offline, people may now notice that the scandal surrounding a US-based Thai dentist is now just another bit of news that has faded from public interest.
An award-winning getaway
Life, Peerawat Jariyasombat, Published on 18/02/2016
» In the Andaman Sea off Satun's coast, the long-tailed boat slows down before reaching a small sandbar which is only 2m wide. I jump and walk on it while waves tirelessly splash from both sides during low tide. Within minutes, the sandbar expands and stretches out further.
The perfect dalki
Life, Peerawat Jariyasombat, Published on 28/01/2016
» After success in attracting tourists with its Korean beef, kimchi and K-Pop culture, Korea now impresses you with its strawberry-themed journeys.
Easier to sell with a story to tell
Life, Peerawat Jariyasombat, Published on 12/01/2016
» Decades ago, it might have sounded ridiculous if the agricultural sectors of any given country had decided to make a movie or television series to boost sales of their produce. This is mainly because it is hard to imagine how a film could ever influence the lives and business of farmers that live mostly in remote areas.
Lifestyle farming
Life, Peerawat Jariyasombat, Published on 24/12/2015
» Thailand's latest lifestyle farm mirrors the dream new-generation farmers dream of.
Best of both worlds
Life, Peerawat Jariyasombat, Published on 03/12/2015
» Nestled in a remote valley on the western border of Thailand, Mae Sot and its neighbour, Myawaddy in Myanmar, are among the most vibrant border towns.
No merit in such soulless commercialism
Life, Peerawat Jariyasombat, Published on 02/12/2015
» I recently participated in a traditional ceremony to mark the end of Buddhist lent in a remote village of Chiang Mai. Without having a big budget, the locals had no choice but to prepare the site and organise the rites themselves, instead of hiring someone to do it. It was a simple ceremony in which everyone was happy to partake. People in rural areas usually think that apart from money, labour can also be donated as a way to make merit.
Paradise island
Life, Peerawat Jariyasombat, Published on 19/11/2015
» If you get bored with bustling Phuket, the adjacent Koh Yao Noi may be a nice choice.
Lush and lavish in Lampang
Life, Peerawat Jariyasombat, Published on 12/11/2015
» When talking about Lampang, images of vibrant ceramic arts, horse-drawn carriages and elephants come to mind. Though downtown Lampang and its surroundings have long been famous destinations, its Northern region remains off the beaten track and worthy of exploration.
Travel smart, choose your mate wisely
Life, Peerawat Jariyasombat, Published on 30/10/2015
» There is an epigram: "The taste of food may not be as important as the atmosphere and the atmosphere may not be as important as your dining companions." I do not know where this first came from, but I agree that sometimes the great taste of food is useless if you are not in a good mood. Moreover, an ordinary dish becomes an impressive meal if you're with good company.