Song Wat, Bangkok: Where the City’s Past Still Trades

I arrived in Bangkok expecting another extension of Chinatown’s sensory overload, but Song Wat Road reveals itself more gradually. Running parallel to the Chao Phraya River, this narrow strip feels like a working archive—less polished than other revived districts, but arguably more authentic.

History, food and fun at Asiatique The Riverfront, Bangkok

 Set along a broad curve of the Chao Phraya River, Asiatique The Riverfront is one of Bangkok’s most atmospheric leisure precincts—part night market, part dining district and part riverside promenade. It combines modern retail and entertainment with a deliberately preserved sense of the city’s maritime past. Since opening in 2012, the complex has become a popular evening destination for both visitors and locals seeking food, shopping and river views in a single location.

Celebrating Lunar New Year at Luxury Destinations Across Thailand

2026 is the Year of the Horse, and a fun-filled festival across many countries in Asia. Here is a compilation of hotel and resort options offering a little something special on Feb. 17 as they mark Chinese New Year in Thailand.

The Weekend of Romance - Voluptuous Valentine’s Venues in Thailand

Whether it’s a marriage proposal, a special anniversary or simply just an opportunity to get away and spend some quality time with the one you love, Valentine’s Day is the time when romance springs eternal. Here is a compilation of lavish resorts and hotels in Thailand that are ideal for a memorable weekend.

Hotel snapshot: Dusit Thani Bangkok

 The new Dusit Thani Bangkok is a masterclass in luxury hospitality, seamlessly blending traditional Thai elegance with modern sophistication. This 39-story monolith has risen from the ashes of its 1970s predecessor, and it's a game-changer. Every detail screams opulence, from the stunning lobby mural to the expertly crafted woodwork and marble accents.

The Level: “A Hotel within a Hotel” at Melia Pattaya Hotel

 Meliá Pattaya Hotel has unveiled a ‘hotel within a hotel’ called The Level that sets apart 38 rooms and suites as well as a private lounge and a host of bespoke privileges.

New Meliá Pattaya Hotel Unveils Majestic Restaurant & Sky Bar

With a dramatic design referencing calligraphy, vistas of the Gulf of Thailand, and Cantonese and Sichuan cuisine promoting health and sustainability, show-stopping Yitong Chinese Restaurant & Sky Bar has debuted in vibrant Pattaya.