Bangkok to get the tallest observation tower in Southeast Asia and one of the world’s tallest towers

Bangkok to get 459-metre city observation tower. Chao Phraya River will become one of the world’s exciting new destinations, offering a diverse range of experiences Thailand’s capital is to get its first city observation. A 459-metre-high tower will rank 6th among the world’s tallest towers as well as be the tallest observation tower in Southeast … Read more

Bangkok city guide: what to do plus the best hotels, restaurants and bars

Skipping the temples and the backpacker hub of the Khao San Road, our writer focuses on the food, drink and arts scenes in the city’s vibrant neighbourhoods

First Park Hyatt hotel in Thailand opened its doors

Park Hyatt Bangkok opened its doors A move announced in 2012, The Park Hyatt brand makes its entry into Bangkok, marking the first Park Hyatt hotel in Thailand. Centrally located in the heart of the Thai capital’s central business district, Park Hyatt Bangkok hotel sits on the top floors of the Central Embassy. As the … Read more

Gucci owner gets teeth into snakeskin market with python farm

Luxury group Kering says snakes will be raised in the ‘best conditions’ before they are turned into shoes, bags and belts

Six new luxury hotel openings of 2017

Luxury travel agency Virtuoso revealed the hottest hotel openings around the globe for this winter season and beyond: Adare Manor, Ireland Situated on the banks of the Maigue River and surrounded by medieval ruins, the 19th-century neo- Gothic Adare Manor will unveil an 18-month, multimillion-dollar renovation in September 2017. Architects Reardon Smith, known for their … Read more

Common Misconception about cars that will blow your mind

No we are not going to talk about how you really do not need to heat up your car before running it. By now all of you already know that you no longer need to run the engine for five to ten minutes before moving the car. Regardless there is a wealth of knowledge on … Read more