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May212026 by Tropical LifeNo Comments

A Refined Thai Fine Dining Experience at Nimitr Restaurant, Bangkok

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Bangkok’s fine-dining scene is always evolving, but some places take a quieter approach. Nimitr Restaurant and Rooftop Bar, located at 137 Pillars Suites & Residences Bangkok, focuses on doing Thai cuisine well without overcomplicating it. Nimitr Restuarant Open daily from 17:00 to 23:00, the restaurant offers both indoor dining and an outdoor area with views of the Bangkok skyline. Inside, the space feels calm and understated, with soft lighting and a layout that naturally slows the pace of the evening. It’s a setting that encourages you to settle in, rather than rush through the experience. At the centre of the menu is the Nimitr Tasting Journey, a four-course experience that brings together familiar Thai dishes in a more refined setting. The approach here is not about reinv...

May122026 by Tropical LifeNo Comments

New Regional Spanish Menu at LUZ Bangkok Tapas Bar

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Perched high above Bangkok’s emerging On Nut neighbourhood, LUZ, the awe-inspiring rooftop tapas bar at INNSiDE by Meliá Bangkok Sukhumvit, has unveiled a new menu celebrating the bold and diverse flavours of Spain’s regional cuisine. Crafted by the hotel’s Spanish chef de cuisine, Madrid-born Juan Ignacio Garcia Racionero, also known as Chef Nacho, who has honed his craft in some of Spain’s leading kitchens, LUZ’s new menu showcases Spain’s vibrant and diverse gastronomy. Think San Sebastian-style pintxos and Basque-inspired dishes to Madrid street-food favourites, Andalusian seafood specialities and hearty rice and fideuà dishes synonymous with Spain’s eastern coastal regions. Affording sweeping views of Bangkok’s skyline from the hotel’s 33rd floor, LUZ sits beneat...

Apr292026 by Tropical LifeNo Comments

Elevated Living: Suites at 137 Pillars Bangkok

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Set above the constant movement of Sukhumvit Soi 39, 137 Pillars Suites & Residences offers a quieter, more spacious way to experience the city. The lobby sets the tone from the moment you arrive, with a sense of scale and design that suggests a stay that is quietly impressive. It’s only once inside the suite, however, that the experience truly comes into its own. The space feels open and light-filled, with a layout that allows you to settle in quickly, creating a calm, private atmosphere that sits apart from the pace of Bangkok. Ayutthaya Suite - Living Room A Sense of Scale Across the suite categories, each layout feels thoughtfully considered rather than simply expansive. Sukhothai Suite - Bedroom The Sukhothai Suites: At approximately 70 square metres, these offe...

Apr102026 by Tropical LifeNo Comments

The Ultimate Guide to Celebrating Songkran with Marriott Bonvoy

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Songkran, Thailand’s annual water festival, is one of the world’s most iconic celebrations – a nationwide fiesta that brings the entire country together for lively parties, time-honored cultural rituals and heartfelt family moments. This April, Marriott Bonvoy®, Marriott International’s portfolio of 30 extraordinary hotel brands and highly awarded travel program, invites the world’s explorers to cool off in the summer sun and experience Songkran in style. With elegant temple blessings, vibrant beach parties, and of course, spectacular water battles that take over the streets of towns and cities across the kingdom, every guest – including couples, friends and families – can create their ultimate Songkran escape. From April 13-15, the busy streets of Bangkok set...

Apr42026 by Tropical LifeNo Comments

Run with Purpose, Recover in Luxury: Experiencing Hua Hin Marathon 2026 with Chiva-Som

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Set along the tranquil Gulf of Thailand coastline, the Hua Hin Marathon 2026 is set to return on 10th May, offering runners the opportunity to combine athletic ambition with environmental purpose. Organised by the Preserve Hua Hin Group, which is led by globally acclaimed wellness destination Chiva-Som, the marathon attracts local and international runners who seek not only the exhilaration of the race but also the chance to support local conservation efforts, including the preservation of Krailart Niwate, Hua Hin’s last remaining urban mangrove. The Preserve Hua Hin Group continues to lead impactful environmental and social initiatives aimed at sustainable practices, inspiring both residents and visitors to adopt practices that protect Hua Hin’s ecosystems for future generations...

Mar182026 by Tropical LifeNo Comments

Sindhorn Kempinski Hotel Bangkok Achieves EarthCheck Gold Status in 2026

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Sindhorn Kempinski Hotel Bangkok retains its EarthCheck Certification for the fifth consecutive year in 2026, reaching Gold status under the program, the world’s leading scientific benchmarking and certification system for travel and tourism. Gold status reflects four consecutive years of meeting EarthCheck’s rigorous environmental and social performance standards, spanning greenhouse gas emissions, energy efficiency, water stewardship, land use, waste management, and ecosystem preservation. EarthCheck’s endorsement underscores the hotel’s sustained commitment to measurable and independently verified sustainability leadership. Founded in 1987, EarthCheck supports tourism organizations in over 70 countries, guiding them through stringent environmental, socio-cultural, and econ...