Saving the Water Buffaloes
Visits to my grandmother’s dairy farm in Lopburi province have given me a love of cows. But while I have first-hand experience of cows’ kind and loving nature, I also feel passionate towards another gentle animal in the same family
The Fragrance of Songkran
A vivid Songkran picture in many people’s minds would be one of a colorful crowd frantically splashing water on each other with so much fun on a balmy summer afternoon. However, many Thais love celebrating Songkran in a more traditional
Thai-Style O-Hanami
Around late March and early April, the denizens of the northern hemisphere are looking forward to the arrival of spring with eager anticipation. This is when the weather gets warmer and towns are filled with beautiful blooming flowers of different
Medical Tourism on the Rise
The terms “medical tourism”, or “wellness tourism”, has been bandied about for the past decade. The lucrative sector involves people from rich countries traveling to less-developed countries to obtain medical care. They do so for a number of reasons, one
Deep in Meditation
Happy New Year! Feeling fresh and starting life anew, people get so hung up on their New Year’s resolutions during this time of the year. One of the most popular goals is to be healthier and stronger. But apart from
Herbs of Versatility
Apart from pad thai, the spicy tom yum kung soup is another world renowned Thai dish, usually served with prawns. Those who know how to cook this scrumptious comfort food would know that three main herbal ingredients are indispensable in
Asian Dumplings Dissected
One of the most popular ethnic delicacies in Bangkok is dim sum, the umbrella term for a type of Chinese (Cantonese) cuisine with bite-size menu items that range from shumai pork and shrimp dumplings, har gao (big prawn wrapped in a
Overcoming Language Barriers
Like many other Thai students, I started learning English as a foreign language at a young age. Not until Mathayom 4 (Grade 10) did I had the chance to learn French, another new foreign language. Although I can use Thai
The Allure of Freelancing
September is the last month of the year’s third quarter, a good time to take stock of your career before the end of the year creeps by. For those looking for a new job, better get started before the hiring season
Day Tripping in the Rain
The Land of Smiles is popular for its wealth of top-notch natural attractions, soothing vistas of rivers and fields, and colorful cultural festivals. Despite its world-renowned pristine sandy beaches and turquoise seas, Thailand does have the low season when attractions