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The best things to do in Bangkok this weekend (Nov 21-24)
Whether you're dining with Michelin-starred chefs, kicking back at a chilled-out movie night or exploring intriguing art exhibitions, there’s something...
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Vijit Chao Phraya 2024
Even without the winter vibe, Bangkok still knows how to get into the festive spirit. The Ministry of Tourism and Sports and the Tourism Authority of Thailand...
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Thailand top eats
Two chefs and two restaurants received the highest accolades for excellence at Thailand's Favourite Restaurants 2025 Awards tonight, selected after a panel of...
Restaurants
Time for a Thai chocolate
While northern Thailand’s coffee industry has been brewing up a storm for two decades, coffee is not the only drink on the menu. Thai chocolate is...
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Your guide to Galleries’ Nights 2024
Two hundred artists. More than 100 galleries. And 30 itineraries. Galleries’ Nights returns to Bangkok for its eleventh edition of after-hours art on...
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Ploenchit Fair: where fun meets philanthropy
Bangkok's social calendar is packed with events, but one consistently stands out as a highlight for locals and expats alike – the Ploenchit Fair. Held...
Art
Bangkok Art Biennale 2024 returns for the fourth edition
Mark your calendars for the biennial international art exhibition which brings together artworks of international and local artists to various venues across...
LGBTQ+
Thailand becomes first in Southeast Asia to legalise same-sex marriage
Given Thailand is rightly known for its kindness and respect towards the LGBTQ+ community, it may be a surprise to some that same-sex marriage was not...
Restaurants
BKK Social Club and Bar Us make it to the World's 50 Best Bars 2024
Just two weeks ago, the World’s 50 Best Bars revealed its extended 50-100 list, showcasing two Bangkok bars – Mahaniyom Cocktail Bar and Vesper...
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Wonderfruit returns for ninth edition this December
Get ready for the ninth edition of Wonderfruit. It's coming to the stunning fields at Siam Country Club in Chonburi from December 12–16. This is your...
Travel
Thailand ranked 28th best country in the world in 2024
When there is a report on the most visited countries, Thailand almost always makes it to the top of the leaderboard. Bangkok was even crowned the most visited...
Music
Rolling Loud Thailand 2024 confirms full line-up
Ever since the announcement that Rolling Loud Thailand will be back this November, party lovers have been eagerly awaiting who else will join confirmed...
Sports and fitness
BOUNCE Arena
You think you've ticked off everything Bangkok has to offer, but then — bam! — you discover something new and wonderful, like BOUNCE Arena at...
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20 best value-for-money dining experiences in Hong Kong
Planning a trip to Hong Kong? You’re in for a treat this Halloween season. The city’s dining scene is a vibrant mix of flavours, styles and...
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Late-night dining in Hong Kong: A guide to Hong Kong’s food scene after dark
When the sun sets in Hong Kong, that’s when the real fun begins – especially during spooky season. As Halloween vibes fill the air, indulge in a...
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The perfect weekend getaway to Koh Samui
Picture tranquil beaches, grand waterfalls, breathtaking viewpoints, historical temples and world-class resorts – that’s Koh Samui in a...
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Ron Howard and Raymond Phathanavirangoon
The Academy Award director and the Thai producer are behind Amazon Prime Video’s film about the rescue of 12 football players and their coach at Tham...
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Henrik Yde-Andersen
We sit down with the Danish cooking legend and talk about the intricacies of Thai cuisine.
Movies
Tilda Swinton and Apichatpong Weerasethakul
Read our conversation with Memoria’s director and leading star, and how they confirm—or deny—our thoughts on their so-called...
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Music
Dua Lipa's radical optimism tour hits Bangkok: everything you need to know
There are just days now until Dua Lipa performs in Bangkok. The Grammy-winning English-Albanian singer has become one of the defining voices of contemporary...
Movies
Hideout Film Night, an outdoor theatre showing 12 classic films during the cool season
Watching movies in the open air was part of Thai culture right up to the 1980s. With the advent of movie chains in retail centres the custom faded, but we can...
LGBTQ+
Drag Race Thailand season three returns after five-year hiatus
After what has seemed like a long wait, the moment has finally arrived. Drag Race Thailand is returning to the werkroom (known for its drag queen playground)...
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Capella Bangkok named World’s Best Hotel 2024
Capella Bangkok has been crowned World’s Best Hotel and Asia’s Best Hotel according to the popular award site, 50 Best.
50 Best is a “best...
Hotels
The Langham, Customs House, Bangkok
After decades of sitting idle, the old customs house on the banks of Chao Phraya River is finally getting a new lease of life. The 136-year-old building is...
Hotels
The Standard, Bangkok Mahanakhon
The slick American boutique brand brings a slice of retro-hip edge to Sathorn.
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5 best places to explore in Macau
Just a short flight from Bangkok, Macau is the perfect blend of rich heritage and modern luxury, ideal for a quick getaway. Start by exploring the quaint Rua...
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Can Suvarnabhumi Airport reclaim its world’s top 20 status?
Many of us have had a bad experience at Suvarnabhumi Airport: lengthy check-in lines and immigration queues, overcrowded departure halls, long walks from the...
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Five best rail journeys in Thailand to experience slow traveling
One way to savor the beauty of Thailand at a slower pace is by hopping on a train and relishing the picturesque landscapes passing by the windows.