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Advocating for acceptance
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 16/12/2016
» South African Paul Heymans is the founder of OUT BKK, a non-profit organisation whose goal is to address the needs of the LGBT community in Thailand. In this exclusive interview, Paul talks to us about how his organisation started and the impact it wishes to create.
Living above deluxe
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 18/11/2016
» Within the 26 storeys of the beachfront Cape Dara Resort Pattaya, there are 260+ rooms and 11 choices of accommodation to choose from. So there's bound to be something to suit your budget and size of company. And, if you want to go all out, this resort has some seriously snazzy options for all the high rollers looking to turn their getaway into a luxurious experience.
Left or Right? Why not both?
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 17/06/2016
» In case you're looking for something more productive for the weekend other than shopping or Netflix-binging, we're here to help. We've noticed a rising number of spaces -- physical and online -- where you can unleash your creativity and/or get inspired.
Swiss It up
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 20/05/2016
» The word "Pattaya" may conjure up images of debauchery and a less-than-pristine beach, but that doesn't have to be the case. Take Movenpick Siam Hotel Pattaya, which is located 15 km south of Pattaya on Na Jomtiem Beach, as an example of a breezy, parent-approved getaway. We check out the recently-opened hotel to tell you 10 things you need to know before checking in.
Island idyll
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 29/06/2015
» Living up to its “One Island. One Resort” slogan, Pangkor Laut Resort exclusively operates on a privately owned island of the same name off Malaysia’s west coast, offering five villa types to suit guests’ preferences. Sea Villas or Spa Villas are situated beautifully on stilts, metres above the ebb and flow of the turquoise sea. If serenity is your priority, opt for a Hill Villa, perched on a hillside and surrounded by lush rainforest.
Sleep strangely
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 12/06/2015
» When planning a getaway, choosing a hotel is perhaps as important as your destination. But why not venture outside the confines of a regular hotel and experience something new? This week, we've scanned the nation for hotels with room concepts that are special, fun or just plain weird.
Gastronomes & gamers
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 26/09/2014
» Game and burger buffs can have both of their appetites satisfied in one sitting at Game Over Lounge. The new "electronic playground" and cafe opened last month to serve gaming sessions via PCs, consoles, pool table and board games with a big side of famed burgers (because you know how tiring a virtual shoot-out can be). You see, the kitchen part of the place is called NERD and run by the beacon-of-burger food truck Daniel Thaiger. Your dream has come true, people! Finally a place where you can wait for one of their burgers and eat it in an air-con space! Anyone can eat at Game Over just like you do at a restaurant but, if you want a game on top of your food, you'll have to pay extra for membership and hourly rates. The impressive interior of Game Over is a far cry from your average internet shophouse where kids go to play games. It feels like you've walked into the man cave of a really cool guy who has games set up for friends. The patrons are gamers, expats and existing fans of the famous food van. And it turns out that Game Over takes both games and burgers seriously.
Co-working communities
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 20/06/2014
» Bangkok has many options of co-working spaces for freelancers, start-ups and small companies and their number is on the rise. Two such places — Hive and Ma:D — opened last month while one more — Street67 — is on the way.
City as canvas
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 06/06/2014
» On Jun 12, a noted Thai street artist named Danaiphat Lersputtitrakan, better known as Bon, will have his first solo exhibition after prolifically spraying his works both in and out of the country. He is just one of many examples of street artists who have started to get mainstream cred in the last few years. Hotels and restaurants have employed them to adorn their interiors while some have been hired by brands to use their designs. To explore this ongoing trend of underground art going overground, we talk to Bon about his upcoming exhibition, look at a hotel covered in street art, and outline where you can buy products featuring designs from Thai street artists.
Moving the masses
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 26/04/2013
» Earlier this month, the cabinet approved a plan for the Bangkok Mass Transit Authority to purchase 3,183 NGV buses. PM Yingluck Shinawatra has also reportedly tasked the bus authority to come up with measures to encourage people to use their buses more in order to ease traffic.