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Section updated 4-9-09

Museum of Siam: Ethnic groups' key role in textile development Kinnnareemas pays a visit to the Museum of Siam in order to learn more about the various ethnic groups involved in the development of textile production in the kingdom.

Phuket: Thalang Road a focal point for Sino-Portuguese architecture Youthapong Charoenpan visits Thalang Road on the resort island of Phuket, which has become a magnet for fans of Sino-Portuguese architecture among Chinese tourists or visitors of Chinese descent.
Si Prachan: Historic market offers access to venerable abbot’s former home Suphan Buri province’s Si Prachan market offers access to the birthplace of the venerable abbot Phra Brahmagunabhorn (P. A. Payutto), providing an interesting insight into the early life of the renowned Buddhist intellectual.
'Khon' exhibition provides an interesting peek 'behind the mask' Kinnareemas recently visited a 'Khon' exhibition at Bangkok Art and Culture Center (BACC), which provides visitors with a closer look at life behind the performers' masks.

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Section updated 28-8-09

Chonticha restaurant: The 'real deal' when it comes to 'Kuayteow Kua' For an authentic taste of 'Kuayteow Kua', a pan-fried noodle dish of Chinese origin, Kinnareemas recommends a visit to Chonticha restaurant in Dusit district.

Calypso Cabaret serves up a feast of glamor, entertainment If you're seeking glamorous nighttime entertainment, served up in style, Youthapong Charoenpan recommends a visit to the Calypso Cabaret at the Asia Hotel.
Blissful offer for vodka fans at Pattaya's coolest new venue Drinkers heading for Pattaya with a taste for vodka can chill out in the sub zero -5 Ice Bar, comfortable in the knowledge that the beach is just a short stroll away if starting to feel rather too cold for comfort.
Spoiled for choice with Ramayana restaurant's bumper buffet Nida Tunsuttiwong pays a visit to Ramayana restaurant to find out whether or not the praise it has been garnering recently for its international buffet is well placed or not.

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Section updated 21-8-09

TCEB: Bureau wins plaudits for calming MICE market jitters While Thailand has faced a large number of economic and political challenges over recent years, the lucrative MICE market has managed to remain relatively unscathed all things considered. This can partly be attributed to the efforts of the Thailand Convention & Exhibition Bureau (TCEB), an agency that operates directly under the Prime Minister's Office.

Quality Houses: Popular Laddarom project's latest phase unveiled Youthapong Charoenpan says there was a rush to explore property development opportunities in Bangkok's northeastern suburbs following the completion of the Outer Ring Road in 2008. Quality Houses' Laddarom Watcharapol-Rattanakosin project has been one 'success story' as part of this trend, and the project's latest phase is now officially open.
Commodities: Steel demand expected to climb sharply Major steel producers seem certain that demand in the kingdom will continue to rise sharply this year, in part through recovery in the property sector through the government’s ‘Strong Thailand’ stimulus projects.
Sahapat Group: 'Establish strong roots' before grasping for growth Although in reality it's a huge entity, employing over 100,000 people, Sahapat Group has managed to retain many of the more 'homely' aspects of its operations developed during its early days as an SME.

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Section updated 15-8-09

'King of Bitters': Alternative remedy in the news 'Fa talai jon', also known as the 'King of Bitters', has been gaining lots of column inches in the local media recently in light of its purported ability to fight infection.

Savvy office maximizes efficiency through 'hoteling' The idea of 'hoteling' has been adopted by credit and debit card issuer KTC in a bid to ensure that the company's workspaces can be utilized in a more efficient way.
Siam Square Night Market: Transactions till midnight' It almost seems as though shopping is a round-the-clock pursuit in downtown Bangkok following the recent establishment of a night market right next to Siam Square. Youthapong Charoenpan reports.
Cafe De Spa: Fish-inspired spa delivers relief for tired feet If you happen to suffer from any particularly sensitive skin conditions that affect your feet, a visit to Cafe De Spa's fish-inspired foot spa should leave you feeling completely refreshed and revitalized.

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Section updated 7-8-09

Resort Bangphlat: A rural idyll with capital connections While it boasts numerous orchards and waterways, as well as a 1970s feel, Resort Bangphlat is also handily located in terms of connections to other city attractions.

Thon Buri: Wat Rajaoros leaves a lasting impression Now that the extension to the BTS elevated train system is open, historic destinations in Thon Buri have become a lot easier to reach. Nida Tunsuttiwong pays a visit to the historic temple of Wat Rajaoros, which can easlily be reached from Wongwian Yai station.
Spice Roads: A two-wheeled jungle adventure in Bangnampheung Spice Roads' 'Bangkok Jungle' tour begins with a long-tail boat journey across the Chao Phraya River to Samut Prakarn province's Bangnampheung community. Flashpacker saddles up.
Tip Narai: A great base from which to explore Koh Kred Tip Narai Homestay in Nonthaburi province boasts some unique features, while serving as an ideal base from which to explore the island of Koh Kred, as Maneeya Dhammataree discovers.

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Section updated 31-7-09

Dhamma in the Garden: Park-based initiatives a boon for city residents While the country has tens of thousands of temples, for Bangkok residents, making a long trip can be impractical so attendance is far from assured given modern lifestyles. Fortunately, an initiative started in 2006 by the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration provides another possible channel for worship - by means of a visit to one of three city parks taking part in the program.

Don Hoi Lod: Adventures in the 'Land of the Razor Shells' Youthapong Charoenpan checks out a rather unusual fishing technique used to catch mollusks in the 'Land of the Razor Shells', a sandbar located in Samut Songkhram that is one of the province's leading attractions.
Buddhism for the ‘modern age’ British Buddhist monk Phra Cittasamvaro Bhikkhu, a 13-year veteran of the monkhood, has teamed up with California WOW to offer a free weekly meditation class on Thursday nights through the Buddhist Lent period. James Vernon learns more.
Mental Health: Expert stresses the importance of a positive outlook Maneeya Dhammataree talks to Dr Yongyud Wongpiromsarn, head of the Department of Mental Health's advisory group, who provides some practical advice on facing up to life's numerous day to day challenges.

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Section updated 17-7-09

Luang Prabang: A date with history in 'the seat of Lao culture'
The historic Lao city of Luang Prabang - a Unesco World Heritage site - has become an increasingly popular destination within the Mekong subregion, winning plaudits for its incredibly rich cultural heritage and diverse natural attractions.

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