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Ironic Special Days in Thailand
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 14/12/2018
» Have you received your company or uni's list of annual holidays for 2019? I bet some of you have strategically planned to use all your vacation days throughout the next year already. But have you ever counted holidays and special days in Thailand? Of course not, why would you do such a nerdy thing like that? But I have!
Subjects for Real-life Use
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 07/12/2018
» Daily News recently reported that King Mongkut's Institute of Technology Ladkrabang has introduced an astrology course for engineering students as a general study subject, which has been well-received by students. The professors involved insist that it isn't about pure superstition as astrology involves statistics, data collection and calculation.
Getaway Gangnam-Style!
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 30/11/2018
» Well, the pun practically writes itself. If you want to Seoul search in a vibrant and fun location with plenty of things to do, see, eat and shop, Four Points by Sheraton Seoul, Gangnam is an attractive choice. The 199-room property is centrally located and is a convenient stay, especially for shopaholics and foodies.
Environment Day, Every Day
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 30/11/2018
» A fun fact that you may not be aware of -- Dec 4 is Thai Environment Day and it has been for about 27 years. The Ministry of Science and Technology proposed that the date should observe the importance of the environment and natural resources to people's present and future, and raise awareness on conservation. The Cabinet approved it on Nov 12, 1991. However, what originally inspired the day was a speech by the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej on Dec 4, 1989, in which he showed a great concern for the environment in Thailand.
Making a Splash
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 30/11/2018
» Jumbo Seafood, famous Singaporean restaurant chain has landed on the banks of the Chao Phraya River at Iconsiam. From its humble beginning with one outlet at Singapore's East Coast Seafood Centre in 1987, Jumbo Seafood has grown to 16 outlets with branches in China, Vietnam, Taiwan and Thailand.
Seoul Searching
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 23/11/2018
» Although officially having opened in May, the Courtyard by Marriott Seoul Botanic Park recently came into full bloom when the adjoining Seoul Botanic Park opened last month. Well, the property has the new park in its name after all.
Say no to plastic bags
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 16/11/2018
» 7-Eleven announced on Nov 7 their plan "to reduce and cease" the use of plastic at its stores nationwide. It's about time! Can they stop giving away individually wrapped plastic spoons and forks while they're at it?
Ways Thais Can Improve Their English
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 09/11/2018
» Published earlier this week, the annual report by EF Education First on English proficiency of people in countries that don't use English as their mother tongue revealed Thailand scored 48.54 out of 100. Our English skills are considered "low" (fourth out of five levels) since the first report in 2011 (Ministry of Education, what exactly have you been doing?) The report gauged people's English proficiency by focusing on listening and reading via an online test, and they admitted that the results may be optimistic given that participants have access to internet, thus, potentially excluding your average Somchai and Somsri.
Beachside and Chocolate Delights
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 09/11/2018
» Asara is an already established name but has now become more appealing as Mövenpick Asara Resort & Spa Hua Hin. And -- as you may have guessed it -- they have added the brand's signature chocolate hours among other new perks.
What's in a Thai name?
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 02/11/2018
» One aspect about Thai culture that many visitors may be curious about or find fascinating is how we are named, as there seem to be some unwritten rules governing it. This week, I would like to shed some light on this unique aspect of Thai culture while airing my grievances with my fellow Thais who have encountered incidents regarding their names. Our struggle is real.