My favorite place – Koh Yor, Songkhla
By Earth Saiswang. Naravadee Waravanitcha, Vice President, Hotel Management & Investments, C.P. Land Public Company Limited. Naravadee likes places that are not too “touristy.” I refused to go to scheduled shows, dinner that you must pre-book, or places that you must dressed to be
Platinum for the Ladies
Looking for a great place to enjoy good, old-fashioned, chill-out fun with your girlie chums on Wednesdays? Try Platinum Lounge. By Percy Roxas. Pratunam for a chic night-out fun: Are you kidding? Don’t look now, but with new contemporary hotels rising
‘Nikkei’ Novelty
Bangkok’s newest sky high restaurant is the latest to carry on the buzz of new bars and eateries on Sukhumvit. By John Howe. Above Eleven is the latest addition to Sukhumvit’s sky-high restaurants, sitting on the 33rd floor of the Fraser Suites
Secret Recipes to Share
Supanniga Eating Room combines a family’s passion for different cuisines and their intention to reintroduce long-lost recipes for today’s diners. Supanniga Eating Room is the latest culinary exploration by Thanaruek Laoraowirodge, owner of the Supanniga Home Khon Kaen, and co-owner
Bar Specials – December 2012
Film Showing and Screaming Party VIE Hotel Bangkok, in collaboration with Thai San Miguel Liquor, recently organized the “Halloween Movie to Screaming Party” as part of the hotel's recent Halloween celebration. The night was capped by the viewing of the
Dining Specials – December 2012
Official Launch Of ‘Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants’ The inaugural awards ceremony to celebrate “Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants,” sponsored by S. Pellegrino & Acqua Panna, and organized by William Reed Business Media, will be held on Feb. 25 at Marina Bay Sands,
Rembrandt Hotel introduced the new Señor Pico
Bangkok, Thailand – A truly Mexican dining attraction, Señor Pico, was officially unveiled to the public with a Grand Re-opening Celebration on Friday December 14th. The new Señor Pico was highlighted with an exquisite selection of Mexican treats such as Beef
Zense and Sensibility
‘…we went into Zense expecting it to be a large, corporate-feeling restaurant lacking its soul. So for us to leave so thoroughly stuffed satisfied, yet still smiling, was no small feat.’ Text & Photos by Paul Cypert. Usually when you offer something
Chinese with a Difference
Mandopop, short for Mandarin pop music, is Bangkok’s answer to all those nagging complaints one might have about Chinese restaurants. Text & Photos by Paul Cypert. Imagine a completely modern space with 30ft-high glass panels, the rooms awash in a cool blue
Destined to be talked about
Retro-chic in design but with a cosmopolitan flair, guests will be thrilled with the titillating surroundings – and cuisine, of course – of Gossip Eats and Drinks. By Camilla Russell. Nestled in a quiet alcove situated at the end of Thonglor soi
Where to Feast & Party!
So you’re in Thailand this season of festive feasting and partying. Maybe you’re away from your family or loved ones, but besides that there’s no reason to get the holiday blues. Even if Thailand is a predominantly Buddhist
Spa Offers – December 2012
Centara rebrands Koh Chang spa to Spa Cenvaree The Sand Spa at Centara Koh Chang Tropicana Resort last month was rebranded to Centara’s own-brand Spa Cenvaree, following the rebranding of the resort, which has recently been acquired by Centara under a
10 Reasons to Pursue Further Studies in Thailand
Thailand has become quite an important center for education. Here are 10 reasons why Thailand is an ideal place for secondary, tertiary, and post-graduate studies: By Imtiaz Muqbil, Executive Editor, www.travel-impact-newswire.com Studying in a foreign country has always been a desirable pursuit
Fashion on the Fly
Hitting the road or jetting out this holiday season? Shop the versatile trends that have proliferated this season, and satiate wanderlust in style. By Voralak Suwanvanichkij / Photos By SIAM PARAGON, IMAGE.NET & STYLE.COM. The exhilaration of being on the move, the
Designing Identity
Cadeaux Jewelry designs showcase a conscious identity, whether in the Two Prong setting, geometrical forms, or ‘jewelry without fear’. By Percy Roxas. Jewelry. Who isn’t enamored with it? Men or women, young or old, rich or poor, we all know how jewelry
Christmas Tree Charity Project
Bangkok – December, 2012 – HRH Princess Soamsawali recently graciously presided at the 29th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony at Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok to celebrate the 85th birthday of HM King Bhumibhol, to thank our loyal clients and friends
‘New Face’ for 2013
Mark Winterton, General Manager, Crowne Plaza Bangkok Lumpini Park. Crowne Plaza Bangkok Lumpini Park GM is on top of hard-core renovation for the 5-star hotel targeting people who work hard and play hard. By Percy Roxas. “What you’re seeing at the moment is normally
Travel News – December 2012
Centara celebrates 30th anniversary Bangkok - Centara Hotels & Resorts is celebrating its 30th anniversary on Dec. 12. Part of the Central Group, the kingdom's biggest retailer, and formed initially as Central Hotels & Resorts, the company's first hotel
A Polo Legacy
Over a cup of morning coffee Fay-Linn Yeoh, director, Brand Management of St Regis & The Luxury Collection, talks to Lookeast to explain the St Regis Polo Heritage and how the sport is a global St Regis marketing partner. By Laurence
Looking ‘Beyond’
Pamuke Achariyachai, President, Kata Group Resorts Thailand. Pamuke is currently focused on building the branding and customer experience of Kata Group’s new upmarket Beyond resort portfolio. By Percy Roxas. It all started with just nine low-rise beach bungalows. Pamuke Achariyachai, first developed the small
Striking a Chord with Travelers
By Percy Roxas. He is the commercial director of TripAdvisor for Business in Asia Pacific. In this role, Lewis Ng is charged with building and developing TripAdvisor as an essential marketing tool for tourism businesses in the region, focusing on revenue
Thailand’s Big Spenders
By Imtiaz Muqbil, Executive Editor, www.travel-impact- newswire.com. Millions of tourists indulging in their annual Christmas/New Year shopping this month are discovering why Thailand is known as one of the world’s great “value for money” destinations. The best buys are locally made
Travel Deals – December 2012
Hottest Deals This Month! Royal Cliff introduces new ultratech meeting package Pattaya - Royal Cliff Hotels Group and Pattaya Exhibition And Convention Hall (PEACH) has just introduced a new meeting package, the “Royal Cliff Ultratech Meeting Package” designed to provide comprehensive MICE