The Benefits of Going Green
To be or not to be green, should not even a question today. Here are some reasons why we should all go, live, be green. Humans are constantly searching for the fountain of youth, and striving to live longer, better, and
Green — and Thai
Some eco-innovators who are making inroads to being green, the Thai way Thai eco-innovators have grabbed the spotlight in recent years, bringing fantastic green ideas to life. Self-sufficiency is clearly at the heart of their passion and work. Here are some
Kanchanaburi
Where the color of dream vacations is green Many Thailand visitors probably first heard about Kanchanaburi because of the River Kwai. The province, Thailand’s third largest, is home to the “Bridge of River Kwai” immortalized by Pierre Boulle’s novel and the
Of elephants and tourists
This month, between Sept. 12 and 17, a special event called the “King’s Cup Elephant Polo Tournament, will be held at the Anantara Resort & Spa Hua Hin. More than just a sporting and spectator event, the tournament has far
Endearing blend of old and new
The Fullerton Hotel Singapore is a masterpiece of understated elegance and comfort, and it’s definitely more than just frills Some hotels are just places to sleep. The best hotels – such as The Fullerton Hotel Singapore -- elevate our entire traveling
A Life Bejeweled
Philip A. Baechtold CEO, Cadeaux Jewelry (Baechtold Limited) Bangkok, Thailand Some people are destined for the kind of life they live. For Philip A. Baechtold, chief executive officer of Baechtold Limited (license holder of Cadeaux Jewelry), it seemed so much so –
The backroads of Koh Kred by bike
Even most Bangkokians think that the nearest island to the city is Koh Samet in the Gulf of Thailand, often forgetting that they have a little gem more or less right here in town. While Koh Kred is actually in
Phangan ‘Luxe-experience’
Are the days of Phangan as a backpacker island numbered? Many recent visitors see its future shaping -- into a high-end luxury island destination. Koh Samui is a springboard to some inhabited atolls in a string of 80 islands scattered around
More than a restaurant — an eating movement
Food movements from the West can be a bit slow to hit in Southeast Asia. This is usually a pretty good thing as a lot of the fluff and annoyance of the newest trends will be tested and stripped away
Koh Tao
Nidhi Akkaravivat General Manager Baan Dinso Hostel Bangkok Traveling to a strange destination is often made more memorable by turns and twists that we didn't expect but could happen during our trip. At least that is so for Nidhi Akkarivat, general manager
Crafts That Tell Stories
Behind every high-quality item at the ThaiCraft Fair is a fascinating story; of the village artisans from economically disadvantaged communities of Thailand who made them On Sept. 22, another “ThaiCraft Fair” will be held in Bangkok bringing thousands of prime handmade
The Best is Not Enough
Jeerasak Loturit General Manager Glow Pratunam “I don’t want to say I will do this, I will do that. The proof of the pudding is the eating. The proof of your efforts is in the result. A new breed of hotel managers is emerging
A Family Affair
The rebranding of Sukosol Hotels in October marks a new era for the homegrown hotel chain, with the second generation of Sukosols joining stewardship with their mother In October, Siam Hotels & Resorts will officially re-launch as Sukosol Hotels. The move,
Primed for Phuket
Antje Sahling, General Manager Crowne Plaza Phuket Panwa Beach Resort We all have a dream -- about the work we want to do, the things we want to have, the life we want to live. Very few of us get to
Get Wild: Thailand Outdoor Adventure
September sees Thailand at its greenest, and despite it being also the wettest month of the year, it is also a great time to get out and get active, or at least start planning one’s adventure holiday for next month
Green Retreats: Some of Thailand’s Best Eco-Resorts
September may be the wettest month in Thailand but that isn’t a reason to curtail a holiday. It’s actually one of the best times of year to go, as the entire country is wonderfully green, prices are reduced, there are
Exclusive Sanctuary
Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong is the epitome of contemporary luxury combined with Oriental heritage, a well-loved address in one of Asia’s most exciting cities When The Mandarin (that was to become Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong) was first conceived in the early
The Beast of Thonglor
If you watch Kitchen Nightmares, the downfall of many restaurants is friends getting together to start a restaurant simply because they enjoy food. It was even mentioned as one of the greatest reasons for failure in Bourdain’s Kitchen Confidential. But
Great Alternative for a Casual Meal
Tucked down a dead-end residential lane just off of tree-lined Soi Convent, Pigwit is vying for the best place to get a sandwich or salad during the Bangkok workweek. Operating out of a townhouse near BNH Hospital and just 100m
World Gourmet Celebration
Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok welcomes chefs, winemakers, and food experts from around the world for the annual "World Gourmet Festival" Sept. 3-9 The annual “World Gourmet Festival (WGF),” now on its 13th edition, is again taking place Sept. 3-9 at the
A Focus on What’s Important
With its “Stay Smart” concept, Holiday Inn Express Bangkok Siam meets the travelers’ growing demand for comfort and value When you are so used to full-service, luxury hotels, it takes some time getting used to “back-to-the-basic” kind of travel. Or
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