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Japanese town installs barrier to block viral Mt Fuji photo spot
Kyodo News, Published on 21/05/2024
» KOFU, Japan: A Japanese town on Tuesday set up a large black screen to block a scenic view of Mt Fuji that saw a surge in tourists coming to photograph it after going viral online.
A coastal gem
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 25/04/2024
» Throughout my work life I have gone on many group tours, but this was my first solo trip to Koh Lan in Chon Buri. About a 90-minute drive from Bangkok, Koh Lan is the perfect destination for anyone wanting an island vacation without having to take a flight south.
Agoda spotlights affordable travel destinations around Asia
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 19/04/2024
» For those looking for a cool trip in April and May, digital travel platform Agoda is providing discounts as many Asian countries are in the midst of vacation months.
Songkran celebrations continue with Wan Lai Festival
Life, Post Reporters, Published on 18/04/2024
» As Songkran festivities end in most parts of the country, Chon Buri is continuing Thai New Year celebrations with the Wan Lai Festival -- which began on Tuesday and runs until Sunday -- on the mainland and islands.
Cherry blossom season arrives across Japan
Published on 29/03/2024
» TOKYO: Cherry blossoms bloomed on Friday across Japan including Tokyo and Kyoto, coming slightly later than usual following relatively low temperatures seen in many areas through March, the weather agency said.
A feast for the senses
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 21/03/2024
» The seaside town of Phetchaburi was recognised as a creative city of gastronomy in 2021 and as a result the Phra Nakhon Khiri Festival provides an opportunity for visitors to discover the local culinary scene, history and charming heritage all in one place. This year, the festival returns for its 37th edition and continues until Saturday.
Springtime splendour
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 14/03/2024
» As the temperature approaches 40C, Kasetsart University Kamphaeng Saen Campus in Nakhon Pathom evokes the springtime vibe of Ueno Park in Japan as a sea of pink trumpet trees begin to blossom.
Muay Thai boxers to mark World Wai Kru event
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 14/03/2024
» Visitors to Ayutthaya Historical Park this Saturday and Sunday will have a chance to witness the World Wai Kru Muay Thai Ceremony 2024, with Wat Mahathat and Wat Langkha Khao serving as the major ritual grounds.
Places to enjoy nature's beauty around Asia
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 14/03/2024
» To celebrate the launch of Eco Deals 2024, which will contribute US$1 million (35.6 million baht) to World Wide Fund for Nature, Agoda has revealed Asia's Top 9 Nature Destinations based on searches conducted on its platform in January and is offering savings of up to 15%.
Sapporo Snow Festival crowds recover to pre-pandemic level in 2024
Published on 12/02/2024
» SAPPORO: The Sapporo Snow Festival drew 2.39 million visitors through Sunday, with an organiser saying attendance has recovered to pre-pandemic levels after the removal of coronavirus measures.