Miss Lujane Jasmin Interview
We are speaking today with Miss Lujane Jasmin, 6th grade student at R.C. International School, Bangkok. When did you first come to Thailand? I was born here at Bumrungrad International Hospital back in November 2009. So you are a Thai citizen? No. In some countries like the U.S.A., Canada, and the U.K., if you are […]
Hua Lamphong railway station
Few public buildings have carried such a richly nostalgic, fascinating and diverse history as Bangkok’s main railway station, Hua Lamphong (Thai: สถานีรถไฟหัวลำโพง, also spelled Hualamphong). It is commonly referred to by the Thais as “Sathani Rotfai Krung Thep”. Now after more than a century of service, this rail terminal will finally close operations and become […]
Middle Eastern holiday celebrations
During the end-of-the-year holiday season, as any resident or visitor will attest to, Thailand has tightly embraced western holidays with a passion. Up until 1941, Thais celebrated the traditional Thai New Year during Songkran in mid April. But Thailand adopted the western calendar starting on 01 January of that year. Thais have also taken Christmas […]
Dr. Nick Walters Interview
Today we are speaking with Dr. Nick Walters, B.S., M.D. (USA), DTM&H (London), FAAFP, ABFP (Diplomate). He is one of the world’s leading experts in family medicine, tropical and preventative medicine. He works at Bangkok Adventist or Mission Hospital, a non-profit medical facility here In Bangkok. Dr. Walters is also one of the editors of […]
Thailand’s most prestigious scholarly organisation: The Siam Society
The Siam Society is the most prestigious scholarly and illustrious cultural organisation in the Kingdom. It is only rivalled by the exclusive Royal Bangkok Sport’s Club for venerability and distinguished membership. Operating under Royal patronage, its mission is to widely promote Thailand’s arts, culture, history, and the natural sciences including those of neighbouring countries. The […]
Dr. Lana Adnan Issa
We speak today with Dr. Lana Adnan Issa, Professor of Modern Standard Arabic (MSA) and Social Justice with the American University of Sovereign Nations (AUSN), a new, international, online U.S. based university and a freelance English Arabic translator/interpreter here in Bangkok. She is one of the world’s leading experts on Modern Standard Arabic (MSA). What […]
Sukhumvit Road
Almost all of Bangkok’s major thoroughfares are known for a specialty. Silom Road is often called “Bangkok’s Wall Street” for its many financial institutions. Ratchadamnoen Road is known for its many government buildings and royal palace related activities. Yaowarat Road is the symbolic name for Chinatown. Although Sukhumvit Road (Thai: Thanon Sukhumvit) has never been known […]
Slow boat from China – Bangkok’s Chinatown
It is both ironic and amusing to think of the original Bangkok most probably always had a Chinatown. It is believed Chinese traders were living in the small trading post and later customs port from the 15th century. Originally, the Chinese settlers had congregated where the Grand Palace is located today. Following the fall of […]
Magnificent jewel of the North: Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai (sometimes spelled Chiengmei or Chiangmai) has more than enough charm to spare for all – for residents and visitors alike. It is well known for its cool winter climate, lush foliage, roses and other colourful flora, native handicrafts, and fascinating scenery. It has earned its reputation as one of Thailand’s most favourite tourist […]
Pattaya – success in excess
Pattaya Beach, the largest and most important seaside resort area in Asia, had a modest beginning more than six decades ago. It is unimaginable the meteoric rise that Pattaya has experienced since its humble beginning as a sleepy fishing village. Nothing more than a flat, slightly curving bay with a stretch of fine beach sand […]