Science & Tech Fair at CMICE
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[…]
First-time to design an umbrella
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[…]
First-time in 137 Pillars House
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[…]
First-time in the Royal Project
It was my first time to this location of a Thai Royal Project. I was standing there seemingly on top of the world as the[…]
First-time in Siripanna Villa Resort & Spa
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[…]
First-time in Asiatique the Riverfront
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[…]
First-time at The Siam Hotel
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[…]
My art elephant
A white thing was standing at the edge of my bed as I walked into my hotel bedroom in Bangkok, Thailand for the MICE familiarization[…]
Thai Airways and its MICE offers for business events
With three hours on air aboard Thai Airways, I wanted to grab some sleep. But the screen in front of me was too tempting to[…]
Thailand gears to be a strong MICE destination
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[…]
Feature: Global Help Swap
This is the first time that I am featuring authors of a travel site. You see, traveling and community service are some of the passions[…]
A Mother’s Day in Crowne Plaza Bangkok
August is a special month for the Thais. On August 12, in particular, Thais celebrate its Mother’s Day in time for the birthday of the[…]
First-time in Legoland Malaysia: from toy blocks to theme park
Lego is a global brand that is popular with children and adults alike. This popular toy blocks that are being put together trace its roots[…]
“One Year Lived” free e-book
I get a lot of propositions in my First-time Travels e-mail every now and then. I read through them all and choose which best suits[…]
Helping Lek Save Her Elephants With One Click
Today, I found a wall post on my Facebook page from a friend who is now working in Thailand. I’ve known him as an elephant[…]