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Reflections from a fire-ravaged LA
Holiday Time, Drue Kataoka & Curtis S Chin, Published on 01/02/2025
» Thailand's blockbuster How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies (Lahn Mah), directed by Pat Boonnitipat might not have been on the nominees list -- and Putthipong "Billkin" Assaratanakul was not (yet) a Golden Globes winner or presenter -- but when the 82nd Golden Globes Awards ceremony concluded this Jan 5 (local time) in Los Angeles, there were so many Asian and Asian American achievements to celebrate. This included much greater global visibility for actors, directors and creative content from Korea to Japan to India and beyond.
Anantara Lawana Reopens: Beachfront Bliss Meets Sustainable Luxury
Holiday Time, Published on 28/12/2024
» After 10 weeks of extensive renovations, Anantara Lawana Koh Samui Resort has reopened, unveiling an enhanced beachfront retreat on the northern tip of Chaweng Beach. The transformation reimagines the resort’s public spaces, dining venues, and guest experiences, blending traditional Sino-Thai influences with modern luxury and sustainability.
Jungceylon Shines at Phuket’s 38th Patong Carnival
Holiday Time, Published on 28/12/2024
» The 38th Annual Phuket Carnival at Patong was a dazzling celebration on 8 December 2024, marking the opening of Phuket’s vibrant tourism season. Led by Prawit Janyasittikul, CEO of Jungceylon Patong Phuket, and Tassanee heppaprasertwongsa, Chief Marketing Officer, the event featured a captivating parade under the enchanting theme, “Jungceylon: A Journey to Wonderland.”
New Year’s Resolutions: Bangkok Style
Holiday Time, Published on 28/12/2024
» As the last som tam is served and the final midnight shopping spree at Siam Paragon winds down, Bangkokians prepare to embrace that peculiar annual tradition: New Year’s resolutions. It’s that magical time when we convince ourselves that somehow, the stroke of midnight will transform us into morning joggers at Lumphini Park, despite our long-standing relationship with hitting the snooze button.
Surviving the Season of Excess
Holiday Time, Published on 28/12/2024
» Ah, the festive season in Bangkok – that magical time when every shopping mall transforms into a winter wonderland (despite the 32-degree heat), and your perfectly planned diet faces more temptations than a monk at a mango sticky rice buffet. From office parties at Korean BBQ joints to family gatherings where your aunt insists you haven’t eaten enough until you’re literally rolling home, the challenges to our health are endless.
Love in the Time of Shopping Malls
Holiday Time, Published on 28/12/2024
» Picture this: you’re standing in the middle of EmSphere, surrounded by glittering displays and endless options, yet somehow feeling as lost as a tourist trying to pronounce “Sukhumvit.” The New Year is approaching, and you’re faced with that annual challenge: finding the perfect gift for your significant other.
Centara Reserve Samui: Your Story-Driven Luxury Escape
Holiday Time, Published on 27/12/2024
» Discover unparalleled hospitality at Centara Reserve Samui, where every moment is tailored to inspire, indulge, and create lasting memories.
Sky-high New Year feasts dazzle at Centara Grand
Holiday Time, Published on 19/12/2024
» Bangkok’s festive season reaches new heights as Centara Grand at CentralWorld unveils an array of spectacular New Year’s Eve dining experiences across its celebrated rooftop venues. Early birds can secure preferential rates for an extraordinary selection of celebration packages, ranging from international buffets to sophisticated gala dinners.
Celebrate an enchanted festive season at Shangri-La Bangkok
Holiday Time, Published on 19/12/2024
» Shangri-La Bangkok unveils its ‘Enchanted Wonders’ Christmas and New Year Festivities Programme, a spectacular lineup of events designed to create joyous memories for the 2024-2025 festive season. From lavish feasts to cultural experiences, the hotel offers a magical blend of tradition and luxury to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year.
Unwind and dine: Festive indulgence at the Peninsula Bangkok
Holiday Time, Published on 19/12/2024
» Perched along the iconic Chao Phraya River, The Peninsula Bangkok offers a seamless blend of luxury, wellness, and gastronomy, making it the perfect urban sanctuary for the festive season.