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So/ Maldives opens with an introductory package
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 06/11/2023
» Officially opened its doors this month, So/ Maldives is a sartorially-rooted retreat set on a pristine private island and surrounded by the Emboodhoo Lagoon. Located a 15-minute speedboat ride from Malé’s Velana International Airport, the hotel boasts 80 individually designed villas, nestled directly on its own slice of white-sand beach or on stilts above the lagoon.
Your well-being, your way
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 22/07/2022
» Over the last two years, self-care and well-being have become buzzwords in our collective zeitgeist like they never have before. And if you're looking for a practical kick-start -- yours truly included -- you may want to consider Banyan Tree Veya Phuket, the new well-being resort by the world's leading hospitality group Banyan Tree Group. It is an intimate pocket of 23-villa resort dedicated to personalised and flexible well-being concept, located within the vast 89 acres of Banyan Tree Phuket.
A staycation for pawrents
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 29/10/2021
» Standing 40-storey tall amid leafy surroundings, Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok celebrates its first anniversary this month. An oasis in the city where you (and your pet) can escape to for a green respite.
Stay In, Stay Safe
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 30/04/2021
» Everyone would agree that staying in is the best policy at the moment given that the current surge of Miss Rona in Thailand is most severe, yet. In good conscience, we don't want to encourage you to go out. But fret not, as Guru has once again saved the day with ideas to help spruce up another bout of self-isolation during this quasi-lockdown.
Make Learning Fun
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 15/01/2021
» In the wake of the second wave of Covid-19 in Thailand, schools in 28 provinces have been ordered to close until Jan 31 and conduct online classes instead. One side effect that one may not see coming is that the new learning normal brings with it amusing and heart-warming stories from these online classes. Here are a few.
Posh Pattaya
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 02/08/2019
» You'll feel like a VIP upon your arrival at Cape Dara Resort, Pattaya. Not only guests are referred to by the hospitable staff as khun than (a politer form of khun) but also be treated to other perks during their stay. If you stay in a suite and higher type, you'll be greeted by a GRO, that is guest relations officer, who will accompany you to the 37th floor where Dara Club Lounge is located. You should definitely be spending a lot of time there during your stay as you can reap many benefits from it. But before I go into detail on VIP treatments, let's talk overall impression of Cape Dara first.
Guru's Weekly Pick: August 25 - 31
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 24/08/2017
» Every week, we sift through tonnes of activities, shows, art exhibitions and things to do. Here is our especially curated list of what's hot this week in Bangkok and beyond. Enjoy!
Not-so-newsworthy News
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 14/07/2017
» When you've pored over the news feed on Facebook as much as I have, you'll have surely noticed some news items that made you think "Why on earth did you report this?" or "Great, that's two minutes of my life I'll never get back." Here are five "news items" that I spotted recently that perhaps, IMHO, shouldn't have been cluttering up our screens.
Sci-fi shoot-out
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 19/02/2016
» Have you ever wondered how those countless hours you’ve spent playing Counter-Strike, Call Of Duty and Fallout 4 could translate into a real-life gun battle? If so, you’re in luck. You can now live out your first-person shooter fantasy at Lazgam, Thailand’s first laser tag venue. I survived the shootout to tell you 10 things you need to know about the attraction.
The big give
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 13/12/2013
» Sure, a stuffed animal or voucher for sexual favours could be quite a neat gift, but some people require more thought when it comes to buying presents. If you’re having trouble finding the right gift for the right person this holiday season, we’re here to help. Use our gift suggestions based on different personality types to find something suitable for even your pickiest friend. Happy gifting, everyone!