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Live From the Internet
B Magazine, Published on 17/05/2020
» When Thai singer-songwriter Apiwat "Stamp" Ueathavornsuk, announced what he called a "live virtual birthday concert" on his Facebook page two weeks ago, the comment section was suddenly abuzz with excitement and anticipation (that and some genuine concerns over the technology involved -- "I'm so ready for this.
Hygienic and tasty
B Magazine, Published on 19/04/2020
» In general, the daily life of Bangkokians who are staying at home in a concerted effort to prevent transmission of the novel coronavirus is not too bad.
Hog wild on Koh Samui
B Magazine, Published on 16/02/2020
» Taking tentative steps onto a long-tail boat on a shallow beach requires a certain sense of balance. After taking our seats, we put on our life jackets. The engine started and we were off in the sunshine and sea breeze to Koh Taen and Koh Matsum, less than 20 minutes from Phang Ka Bay on Koh Samui. By the time we reached the islands, we were drenched from the seawater that splashed us all along the way.
2020 travel vision
B Magazine, Published on 19/01/2020
» Top 10 places from the New York Times' 52 picks of destinations to inspire, delight and motivate you to explore the world
The way things used to be
B Magazine, Published on 29/12/2019
» Many household tools and items which were widely used in the past have become obsolete. New technology and innovation means that all manner of things are on the verge of extinction. And while the items detailed below can still be found in many households, their ubiquity is no longer what it once was.
The reason for the season
B Magazine, Andrew Biggs, Published on 01/12/2019
» It used to worry me that Christmas trees would sprout up in Bangkok around early to mid-November.
A Tale of Two Chinese Cities
B Magazine, Published on 27/10/2019
» It was a gloomy morning when we arrived in Hangzhou, China. The overcast sky turned the entire city to quiet, grey grandeur under light drizzle as our bus pulled away from the airport to the city.
Bountiful Brisbane
B Magazine, Melalin Mahavongtrakul, Published on 28/07/2019
» Brisbane is generally not the first city that comes to mind when people think of Australia. Tourists may even skip it altogether for a busier metropolis like Sydney or the artsy Melbourne. But a recent trip to this capital of Queensland became a revelation of what we've been missing out on.
The hills are alive
B Magazine, Gary Boyle, Published on 16/06/2019
» Lisbon's hills are no joke. The city is built on seven of them, and a vigorous uphill stroll often sees you rounding a corner only to be faced with another, steeper climb. Your walk from one neighbourhood to the next can be a 20-minute hike. Your boutique room could be on the top floor of a charming, lift-free guest house. If you're not fit, forget it.