• OPINION

  Budget Rethink?

  Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 21/04/2017

  » Our dear cabinet recently approved a budget to buy 10 made-in-China tanks worth two billion baht while key members also seem keen on a plan proposed by the Royal Thai Navy to buy three submarines worth 36 billion baht. While I'm sure these dear sirs exercised their sound rationale before agreeing to such big purchases for the sake of Thailand's security, IMHO, with utmost respect, I would like to point out that there are other more beneficial ways the money could be used too.

• LIFESTYLE

  Bangkok songkran agendas

  Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 12/04/2013

  » OMB! We have five days off in a row because the cabinet kindly declared that this year's "official" Songkran break starts from today until Tuesday. Say what you will about PM Poo, but she is so right in giving us a long holiday since we can't function properly during this kind of heat anyway. Anyhoo, that's over 7,000 minutes we're supposed to wisely spend relaxing before going back to the grind on Wednesday. And even though some shops and places in Bangkok may be shut during the Thai New Year, there are plenty more options for celebrating. Here's what we suggest you do and, hopefully, you may also find a deeper meaning of Songkran Festival (besides throwing water at strangers) along the way. Happy splashing, everyone.

• LIFE

  Guru's Weekly Buzz: Dec 15-21

  Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 15/12/2023

  » Guru by Bangkok Post's pick of the most exciting products, activities, food and travel to indulge in.

• TRAVEL

  Affordable stay near Bangkok's historic landmarks at Centra by Centara Hotel Bangkok Phra Nakhon

  Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 22/06/2023

  » Located on the fringes of Rattanakosin Island, Centra by Centara Hotel Bangkok Phra Nakhon offers guests a comfy and affordable stay with easy access to rowdy fun on Khao San Road, countless dining options and, obviously, historic landmarks of Bangkok.

• LIFE

  Guru's Weekly Pick: Feb 16-22

  Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 16/02/2018

  » 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!

• LIFE

  Eatery and entertainment

  Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 09/03/2018

  » Opened in late December, Oh Chic embodies both eatery and entertainment at one address. The place is where you can dine, dance and be entertained. With an ambiance that I would dub as "Oriental chic" (PC police, please don't write to me), it wouldn't be too hard to imagine killing several hours here, in style. As you explore this vast venue, you'll come across decor that is, well, Asian. Think upside-down umbrellas on the ceiling, a bar with a Chinese pattern in the front and ceiling lamps with birdcage lampshades. For that matter, Oh Chic's logo is that of Asian lady.

• LIFE

  Guru's Weekly Pick: Mar 9-15

  Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 09/03/2018

  » 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!

• LIFE

  Guru's Weekly Pick: Nov 10-16

  Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 09/11/2017

  » 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!

• LIFE

  Guru's Weekly Pick: August 11 - 17

  Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 10/08/2017

  » 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.

• LIFE

  The odd couple

  Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 18/03/2016

  » James Bamsey and Alwa "Ping" Ritsila have teamed up to create a YouTube show called Eat Street Repeat. James, as the show's host, explores Thailand in quirky ways from drinking ya dong, eating weird food, to braving a haunted house. Ping, as James' guide, is known in small circles as an eccentric film maker with short films starring murderous Barbie dolls. In less than three months, their show already has garnered a strong following with over 100,000 likes on its Facebook page. Guru chats with the duo about their up-and-coming show which you can follow at fb.com/eatstreetrepeat.

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