Category: business travel
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First-time in Novotel Suvarnabhumi: Convenience and Comfort
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Arriving in Bangkok late at night after a long journey from Chiang Mai can leave any traveler feeling exhausted. The excitement of exploring Thailand’s capital slowly fades as tired eyes search for a comfortable place to rest. Fortunately, our next flight was scheduled early the following morning, and we found…
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Do you check a hotel review before booking?
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A few weeks back, a friend shared with me some information on a survey about travelers and how they access hotel reviews before deciding for an accommodation to book. It revealed that when it comes to choosing a hotel to stay Filipino business travelers are the most likely to rely…
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First-time at the Lanna Folklife Museum in Chiang Mai
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Roaming this northern part of Thailand, I have seen its façade four years ago for I have been to the building just across the street. This year, I finally had the chance to enter the Lanna Folklife Museum in Chiang Mai where it documents the way of living of ancient…
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Science & Tech Fair at CMICE in Chiang Mai, Thailand
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On a dark afternoon, while the mist covered the mountain view of Chiang Mai and its vicinity, the large expanse of the Chiang Mai International Convention and Exhibition Centre (CMICE) appeared before us as we approached the compound. We were checking out one of the recommended venues in the northern…
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First-time to design a traditional umbrella in Chiang Mai
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I always love to paint. Imagine my delight when we were given the opportunity to design our own very own hand-made umbrellas. It was a windy afternoon when we visited the Thailand Creative and Design Center (TCDC) in Chiang Mai, Thailand, where we did this quick but fun activity. But…
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First-time in 137 Pillars House: Relaxing in Chiang Mai
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Fresh Mango Carpaccio with fresh Tuna, beetroot compote and simmered Shiitake mushroom served with avocado and lime mousse, mustard seed and tamarind dressing. Chargrilled fish fillet with garlic butter chili lime emulsion and vegetable “Misticanze”. French Baked Cheesecake with fresh berries compote sauce and spiral Tuile. There goes my diet. But,…
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First-time in Siripanna Villa Resort & Spa Chiang Mai
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Our home for our brief visit in Chiang Mai, Thailand is the lush and serene Siripanna Villa Resort and Spa. It exudes “the essence of charming Lanna aesthetics”, preserving the rich heritage of the northern Thailand people. I have been to Chiang Mai twice already and I was happy that…
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First-time in Asiatique the Riverfront in Bangkok
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The Asiatique in Bangkok’s Riverfront is one of the newest places to be in the Land of Smiles. It’s a dining, shopping, and entertainment venue in one. It opens at 5:00 pm until midnight, providing a new vibe to Bangkok’s nightlife. But did you know that Asiatique was once a…
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First-time at The Siam Hotel: History and Home in Bangkok
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It was a fast ride to The Siam Hotel. As we touched down on a Sunday afternoon, the Bangkok streets were free of the usual traffic scene. More so, the police escort that we had, as part of our MICE lane experience for this familiarization trip by the Thailand Convention…
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Thailand gears to be a strong MICE destination
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Bound for Bangkok, Thailand for a MICE familiarization trip, I was engrossed playing a game onboard Thai Airways, one of our trip’s sponsor when the passenger seated beside me asked if he should also fill out the form, the immigration card, that I inserted in my passport. I answered in…
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5 Fave Travel Accessories
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Though I try as much as possible to be a light traveler, there are things I cannot do away with which I carry with me during my journeys. They’re packed in my bags along with other essentials and clothes. Here are five of my five favorite travel accessories that make…
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First-time at the Sky Garden
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Not everyone knows where it is. It’s not a public place but some events do happen here. For those holding office at the Enterprise building along Makati’s Ayala Avenue, the Sky Garden must be something they’ve heard of. It occupies the rooftop of the lower tower of Enterprise. I came…
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Traveling to help Rebuild Cagayan de Oro
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In December 2011, amid the holiday frenzy, the Philippines was struck with a challenge when typhoon Sendong (international name: Washi) suddenly took everyone by surprise as it caused severe flooding in the southern region of the country. The cities that were heavily hit were Dumaguete City in Negros Oriental and…
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My Comfy and Suite Stays in Bangkok
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I was recently back in Bangkok for the Asia-Pacific Leadership Conference of various Habitat for Humanity offices in the region. Yes, it’s back to business trips for me. Not that I abhor going abroad for work. There were certainly some perks, like fewer expenses. Yet, most of the time, days…
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Travel to Change
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My friends and I were touring Bohol, visiting the famous Chocolate Hills, Lobok River, and the Tarsier Sanctuary. We were wide-eyed as we took in all the beauty around us. But as we were interacting with the locals we learned so many things; like the tarsiers, which have been considered…