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Krispy Kreme Donoughts are proving to be a big hit in Bangkok, Michael Taylor discovered during a recent trip to the Big Mango.  The US based donut chain opened with big fanfare a couple of years back in Hong Kong, where Michael lives. But the two outlets closed several months later, failing to find favour …
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Cruising the River of Kings aboard the Chao Phraya Princess. Bangkok Nightlife Cruising up and down the Chao Phraya River in Bangkok, Thailand, is one of the most enjoyable ways to spend an evening in the Thai capital. A dinner cruise combines a sumptuous buffet meal with live entertainment, dancing, and some spectacular shoreline scenery. …
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Thailand: King's Cup Polo Tournament in Chiang Mai raises money for elephants and children.
If you are like me, you are often disappointed by the fitness centres you find at hotels when you are on the road. Even some of the fitness centres at five star hotels can prove seriously lacking. No expense is spared when it comes to the spa, the the F&B outlets, or the lobby. Even …
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Dusit D2 Baraquda in Pattaya is a boutique hotel with a distinctive personality in the Thai beach resort just 90 minutes fromj Bangkok International Airport.
Pattaya: as one of the first beach resorts in Southeast Asia, Pattaya has something for everyone. There are stylish resorts and inexpensive hostels.
A storm is gathering in Thailand as a red tide from the countryside starts lapping at the gates of the nation's capital. But the question on everyone's mind is, will this red tide be a tsunami or a mere ripple in the sea? Or, perhaps, just a tempest in a teapot? Traffic was lighter by …
A luxurious new retreat has opened along Phuket's tony Millionaires Mile. The Andara Resort & Villas Phuket, owned by Hong Kong-based restaurateur Allan Zeman, is nestled amid the hills overlooking Kamala Beach on the island's Western shore. It affords stunning views of the Andaman Sea. There are 37 residential suites and 26 pool villas. Measuring …
I woke up even earlier than usual this morning. The Love Kitchen hadn't opened yet so I decided to go for a walk before breakfast. I thought I would head to the beach to watch the sun rise, but I wasn't sure how to get there. I wandered down the road past lovely resorts – …
I fell into a comfortable routine. I would awake early, stroll over the the Love Cafe, and partake of a healthful breakfast. Because I overextended myself during a hot yoga session on my third day, I had to give up yoga, but I continued with my daily laps for the rest of my stay. Following …