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Explore the Balkans with Siam Society
Life, Published on 16/06/2025
» Siam Society is holding a study trip to explore the Balkans through Serbia and Bosnia-Herzegovina, from Sept 4-16.
Super-agers retain cognition through lifestyle, genetics
Life, Dr Eve Glazier & Dr Elizabeth Ko, Published on 16/07/2024
» DEAR DOCTORS: I keep hearing the term "super-ager", but the meaning isn't clear. I've heard it used about older adults who stay physically healthy, who live to be 100 or who have a good memory. Is there a definition? Is someone a super-ager because of lifestyle or genetics?
Places to enjoy nature's beauty around Asia
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 14/03/2024
» To celebrate the launch of Eco Deals 2024, which will contribute US$1 million (35.6 million baht) to World Wide Fund for Nature, Agoda has revealed Asia's Top 9 Nature Destinations based on searches conducted on its platform in January and is offering savings of up to 15%.
A journey through time
Life, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 25/01/2024
» Peru is synonymous with Machu Picchu and vice versa. However, it is so much more than that.
A blend of chaos and charm
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 11/01/2024
» Embarking on a journey through Vietnam, one may find the allure of cities like Hanoi, Sapa, Hue and Da Nang. However, the southern gem of Ho Chi Minh City or Saigon has been an unsung hero in recent years. Despite being Vietnam's largest city and a nexus of culture, history, and commerce, it seems the city has been overshadowed. Our insightful guide Yuu pondered: "Perhaps familiarity with the city has bred a desire for new horizons or maybe Ho Chi Minh hasn't been given the tourism spotlight it deserves."
Traipsing around Taipei
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 05/01/2023
» It had been raining on and off all day, so soaking in a hot spring at Beitou sounded like the perfect way to be warm inside and out. To Taipei's north, the neighbourhood of Beitou sits amid the Tatun volcano group and the Guandu plain, making it one of the most bountiful regions in Taiwan.
Plan your next trip to Hong Kong using horoscopes
Life, Published on 01/12/2022
» The Hong Kong government introduced particular policies earlier this month that allows tourists travelling in tour groups to visit designated destinations, such as theme parks, museums, and temples. Those who are in the planning stages of the New Year’s Eve celebration in Hong Kong but are stuck for ideas might create their itinerary based on their horoscope sign to uplift their spirits.
Closer to heaven
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 01/12/2022
» Doi Luang Chiang Dao in Chiang Mai is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to discover lush sub-alpine woodland and limestone mountains that rise 2,225m above sea level. As part of Chiang Dao Wildlife Sanctuary, its topography is comparable to that of the Himalayas and south China.
50 Years of M
Life, Published on 11/07/2022
» BMW M, or to give its full official name, BMW M GMBH, the specialist tuning arm of BMW, started out with just a handful of enthusiastic employees who happened to know a thing or two about getting the most out of a BMW. Responsible for creating some of the world's most sought-after performance cars, BMW M was originally set up in the early 70s to facilitate BMW's motorsport programme. It has since gone on to produce BMW M cars for the road, which sit at the top of the range as high-performance models. Discover our comprehensive timeline of M car history below.
Phetchaburi hosts September puppet festival
Life, Published on 09/06/2022
» Phetchaburi province is hosting Phetchaburi Harmony World Shadow Puppet Festival 2022 from Sept 9 to 11. The event will be organised by Harmony Puppet Thailand under the supervision of the Semathai Puppet Foundation in collaboration with the Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau and Governor of Phetchaburi Nattawut Petchpromsorn.