The Birthplace of Thai Currency
If you happen to cross the Chao Phraya River via Rama VIII Bridge, you will notice two gigantic buildings: a chateau and a modern, curved concrete-roof building. Both of them are now under the supervision of the Bank of Thailand
Praya Palazzo – Bangkok’s Most Tranquil Staycation
Living the daily grind in Bangkok, at times it can even be difficult to escape and relax. Those who are fortunate enough to be able to do so often are faced with expensive flights to Samui, Phuket (which have their
Know Your Carbon Footprint
The other day I accidentally overheard a few United Nations staff happily discussing their shopping experience at a local market near my office. One lady excitedly told her friends that a vendor at the market mentioned how she could distinguish
Gaysorn Village – Rejuvenating Your Work-Life Balance
Many people have no choice but to spend most of their time working in the office or co-working spaces, making the urge to get out and about irresistible. As a person always on the lookout for new places, Gaysorn Village
Flying Light, Flying Right
My first overseas trip was many years ago, and Tokyo was my destination. That cool spring breeze that touched my skin when I landed ensured me that that would not be my last trip abroad. That first trip happened to
The Great Speakeasies
While the word “speakeasy” is synonymous with the days of Prohibition in the United States, the term itself actually predates the Great Depression, from 1929-1933, when speakeasies became popular. In the 1890s throughout the eastern states, there were unlicensed saloons
Extravagant Extras
Amenities almost sounds too proletarian a description for the dazzling array of facilities five-star accommodation experts provide, where exemplary customer service here is not just a concept, but a way of life. The notion of nothing is too much trouble
The Five Love Languages for Millennials
Happy International Women’s Day, readers! Recently, I’ve been thinking about what it means to find love, and to be in love, in 2018, especially for millennial men and women. Last week, I met a friend for a coffee date. She complained
Sugar Pie – New Foundation Powder Worthy of a Princess
“Sugar Pie”, Thailand’s newest cosmetic brand, has just launched its first product for the Thai market: “Sugar Pie White Rose Signature Compact Powder”. The facial powder comes with cute princess-themed packaging and a smooth powder texture that acts as a
Pepsi Generations – A Throwback to the Past
To celebrate its 120-year history in pop culture, Pepsi recently organized a 3-day event in Bangkok to highlight the official launch of “Pepsi Generations” highlighting the limited-edition retro packaging designs from the 1940s, 1950s, 1980s, 1990s, and 2010s. The exhibit chronicled