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Discovering Klong San
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 30/12/2021
» This is the final chapter in our day trips using the Skytrain and MRT network and I picked the Gold Line to the Klong San neighbourhood as the ultimate destination. Instead of cruising, travellers now have another option for crossing the Chao Phraya River and observe the unique lifestyle of riverside communities on a walking tour of Bangkok's western side.
A long strange trip
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 23/12/2021
» The Year of the Ox is drawing to an end as we have become better at dealing with the Covid-19 virus. This year, water splashing was outlawed to avoid virus transmission and families were forced to enjoy the Songkran Festival at home once again.
Where nature and fantasy collide
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 16/12/2021
» In the early morning, I awoke to a stunning vista of Cha-am beach set against azure skies. It was a bright day to unwind and soak in the splendour of nature by taking a deep breath of fresh air, perfect for my first hiking trip after working from home for two years. This was like a challenge to put my physical abilities to the test.
Rediscovered splendour
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 25/11/2021
» On a sunny day, I spent about 50 minutes riding the Airport Rail Link and taking advantage of the extension of the MRT Purple Line to travel from Bangkok's eastern suburb to the old town of Nonthaburi in the northwest.
Timely treatment
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 24/08/2021
» Living in the coastal province of Phetchaburi, 40-year-old office worker Samerpron Sangwasee had received one shot of AstraZeneca before testing positive for Covid-19 two weeks later. Her hometown had a large cluster of cases and she is also overweight, which put her in a high-risk group. She spent two days trying to enrol for home isolation through crmsup.nhso.go.th.
A stroll down history lane
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 15/07/2021
» Bangkok is once again under strict disease control measures and residents continue to work from home to curb virus transmissions. Although restaurants, supermarkets, public parks and convenience stores are required to close at 8pm, families still have some recreational options available on the weekend.
A different side of the green lung
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 13/05/2021
» Last summer, I dreamed of a fun cycling tour and taking in the fresh air while boarding a ferry from Wat Bangna Nok to Bang Kachao in Samut Prakan, which has long been a popular cycling route among local and foreign tourists to explore Bangkok's "green lung".
Heritage along the tracks
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 29/04/2021
» Thanks to extensions of the rapid transit system, getting around Bangkok has become easier and more convenient than ever before.
The art of Japanese gift giving
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 07/04/2021
» To celebrate Japanese cultural heritage and boost Thailand's gift industry, the Japan Foundation and Creative Economy Agency has introduced the touring exhibition "The Beauty Of Exchanging Gifts In Japan -- The Japanese Spirit Of Gifting: Giving Shape To One's Thoughts And Emotions".
Laughter a tonic for success
News, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 22/03/2021
» Despite a drastic decline in print media consumption, 31-year-old executive Pimpicha Utsahajit has managed to enlarge the Kai Hua Ror cartoon universe from paper to various online platforms. This has provided a great opportunity to expand the reader base during the digital era.