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Thai man rescued at sea after Apple Watch SOS alert
Life, Online Reporters, Published on 28/09/2025
» A Thai man was rescued off Pattaya late on Thursday night after his kayak capsized in rough seas, with his Apple Watch helping him raise the alarm through its Emergency SOS feature.
Land of natural wonders
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 26/10/2023
» After intermittent rain, the cluster of nimbus finally dispersed and we decided to stick to our plan to see a sunset over the Andaman Sea. The Khao To Ngai Fault Plane, also known as the Time Travel Zone, is one of the greatest places to take in the splendour of nature, but the sky was not clear when we arrived.
My Beach Resort Phuket
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 23/06/2022
» A yacht fleet was drifting leisurely in Chalong Bay as storm clouds were gathering when I arrived at My Beach Resort Phuket. I lounged to enjoy the nice sea breeze that flowed over the lobby. My Beach Resort Phuket has been designated as a beachfront boutique resort in Michelin Guide, featuring sea view rooms that provide a stunning sunset.
Following in the footsteps of the great poet
Life, Karnjana Karnjanatawe, Published on 17/06/2021
» Around May to July every year, I set my calendar to visit the East as it is fruit season. Last week, I went to Klaeng, a coastal town in Rayong province. I planned to get fresh ripe fruit from an orchard, take in the fresh sea breeze and visit the memorial park of Sunthon Phu, one of the great poets of the early Rattanakosin era.
Hiding in plain sight
Life, Pongpet Mekloy, Published on 24/12/2020
» I'm no fan of paintings but I understand folks who are able to enjoy a visual feast by masters such as the likes of Michelangelo, Leonardo Da Vinci or Vincent Van Gogh. I do the same every time I find myself in a magnificent landscape. Indeed, Mother Nature is my favourite artist.
Hipsters unite
Life, Karnjana Karnjanatawe, Published on 26/11/2020
» The pictures of people kayaking and paddle boarding along Klong Ong Ang were still vivid in my memory. The activity was organised in the middle of this month to promote the canal makeover as well as Klong Ong Ang Walking Street. The photos triggered me to visit the site to see if the canal's water was clean enough for people to kayak or if I could find anyone doing so during my visit last Saturday.
Seeking fortune in paradise
Life, Karnjana Karnjanatawe, Published on 05/09/2019
» The clear water of the Sai Buri River turned murky. The current was a bit strong due to the heavy rain the night before. However, the unpleasant condition of the river did not stop a group of villagers from Ban Phu Khao Thong in Narathiwat's Sukhirin district to pan for gold, the traditional prospecting technique that has been practised for more than four decades.
Drowning in plastic
Life, Steve Van Beek, Published on 31/12/2018
» Early morning on a bank of the Chao Phraya River in Nakhon Sawan province, the shore is covered by three-dozen brightly coloured kayaks, support teams, city officials, volunteers from several civic organisations, and two-dozen eager kids the older kayakers help put on life vests.
The land before time
Life, Karnjana Karnjanatawe, Published on 25/10/2018
» Being declared Thailand's first global geopark is a major boon for Satun. But it does mean that some things have to be done differently.
Far from the madding crowd
Life, Story and photos: Karnjana Karnjanatawe, Published on 12/07/2018
» The town of Ao Nang in Krabi was quite busy and crowded with local and foreign tourists. Most of them visit Krabi due to the beauty of its nature, be it beaches, islands or cliffs. Only a small number of tourists perhaps visit Krabi for community based tourism (CBT).