Tag: culture & holidays

Stay Safe during Sizzling Songkran Holidays

Safety tips for a perfect and safe holiday to a beach or any other body of water during the upcoming Songkran holiday ahead. By Gordon Ellard Whether you’re paddling in the sea or swimming in the pool, lake, or river, swim safely with these Songkran holiday swimming safety tips. 1. Supervision. Children should never be […]
When Traditional Culture Leads to New Opportunities

Noriko Tsuboi has taught and performed the Japanese instrument Koto in the United States and Thailand. Here are her stories and hopes. By Noriko Tsuboi / Translated by Hanae Matsumura Looking back, I have spent almost half of my life away from my home country, Japan. Back when I was in Japan, my mother […]
Khao Sok: Hidden Gem of Thailand

Yuka recently traveled across the country and shares her experience and memories of Khao Sok National Park that she will cherish for a lifetime. By: Yuka Manso I think we can all agree that we are stuck in the best country during a global crisis. What I mean is that several luxury hotels are throwing […]
Celebrating Hanukkah: A Crafty Festival of Lights

Crafty mom Lia shares her family’s tradition of celebrating the Jewish festival of Hanukkah and a brilliantly easy and gorgeous craft that you can adapt for any celebration. By Lia Segall My kids love Christmas trees. Christmas is everywhere from October to January and we admire the beautiful decorations and lights. Still, in their little hearts, […]
Lighting: An Essential Ingredient for Great Photos

Ian Taylor shares his expert tips for using natural light to your advantage when taking photos of your family in Bangkok. By Ian Taylor Making a nice photo is like making a decent meal. You get a bunch of ingredients together and combine them. No matter how skilled the chef or photographer, ultimately, the […]
Celebrating for Emotional Immunity

2020 might not feel like a year for extra celebrations but this mom shares the rituals that make the festive season special for her and how celebrating contributes to our wellbeing. By Ashima Kapur Loy Krathong, Diwali, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and the list goes on; living in Thailand allows us to experience a long list […]