Every week, we sift through tonnes of activities, shows, art exhibitions and things to do. Here is our especially curated list of what's hot this week in Bangkok and beyond. Enjoy!
Activities
+ Sushi Sensei
Four-Hand Sushi Workshop / ChangChui / Mar 18
Any types of duos are invited to join this sushi making workshop led by Ahtapol "Chef Omey" Thongsima, a judge from Iron Chef Thailand and cooking instructor at 100 Yen Group and various institutes. It covers all essential steps from cooking sushi rice, rolling different types of sushi and making spicy sauce to garnish them with. Best sushi roller will win voucher to eat at BeHawk Grill&Beer​. There are two classes each day, each accepting 20 couples. Go to the shortened link for more info in Thai and how to reserve your spot.
1-3pm, 4-6pm / ChangChui, Sirindhorn Road, Bang Plad / http://goo.gl/yib4jJ / B999 per couple.
+ Walking and Shooting
Bangkok Photo Walk / Chinatown / Mar 18
Have a field day capturing the beauty of Yaowarat along with fellow photogs by joining this trip organised by Lots Magazine, Siam Street Nerds and Street Photo Thailand. Meet at MRT Hua Lamphong, Exit 1 and walk towards Chinatown. Shoot away until lunch time and eat at a local spot.
9am-5pm / MRT Hua Lamphong / http://fb.com/lotsmagazine.
+ Freedom to Eat
PUEY Talk#5 Food Democracy / BACC / Mar 17
While we're waiting for democracy some time early next year, you can always console yourself with the freedom to eat. This talk will explore how we choose to what we eat and how we can eat sustainably, diversely and safely. Eight speakers will make a nice salad of thoughts. Free admission but must register online.
Noon-4.30pm / BACC, Rama I / http://goo.gl/forms/fLezQceSndoQXzZi2.
+ Elephant Extravaganza
2018 King's Cup Elephant Polo / King's Cup Elephant Polo Tournament pitch / Until Mar 11
The 16th edition of this annual tournament has gathered people from all over the world, including NZ All Blacks rugby players, professional polo players, Thai supermodels, socialites and celebrities. People come together to enjoy this event and raise awareness and money to better lives of Thai elephants. It has become one of the biggest charity events in SEA, raising more than B50 million to better lives of Thai elephants -- domesticated and wild. As part of this year King's Cup Elephant Polo, Balance Wellness by Anantara in collaboration with Absolute You will host an early yoga class next to the Chao Phraya River on Mar 11. Stretch yourself to a healthier body and mind, and feed an elephant. You can replenish your energy at the pop-up foodie market, too! Plus, your ticket allows you to partake in various activities for the rest of the day. Catch a free shuttle boat between Saphan Taksin pier and Anantara Riverside Bangkok Pier from 7.40am-midnight. Then get another free ride from the hotel's lower lobby to the pitch or walk there. Parking is at the hotel or the Riverside Plaza.
King's Cup Elephant Polo Tournament pitch, nearby Anantara Riverside Bangkok, Charoen Nakhon / www.anantaraelephantpolo.com, 02-365-7675 / B200 at the pitch's entrance, yoga tickets available from Absolute You studios across Bangkok at B300, the yoga class starts at 7am (registration at 6.40am).
+ Bicycle Buffs
Colnago, the Italian manufacturer of hi-end road-racing bicycles, recently launched Colnago C64, its latest model and successor to its flagship C60 model, at Peloton showroom inside U Chu Liang Building. The C64 was launched to coincide with -- yes, you guessed it -- Colnago's 64th anniversary. Colnago's C35, C40, C50 and C60 were on display to showcase the evolution of this flagship model. Ernesto Colnago, its founder and namesake, still is very much hands on to this day in this family-owned company of high performance bicycles -- handmade and hand-painted in Italy.
With more than six decades of legacy, Colnago's first shop was opened in 1952. Its name first became synonymous with high quality steel lugged frames that can withstand the demanding conditions of professional racing and his pioneering vision can be seen in his creations through innovative design and experimentation with new materials. Colnago introduced the first carbon bicycle more than three decades ago in collaboration with Ferrari. Colnago today still push the envelope of bicycle design and the C64 is its latest masterpiece.
C64 comes with many improvements. The seat clamp is now integrated into the seat tube to provide a cleaner look and a small aerodynamic advantage. Improvements to the carbon layup and construction has lowered the weight by up to 270 grams in comparison to the C60. The frame is stiffer in the right places and the asymmetric chainstay helps improve power delivery and provide more clearance. While Ferrari is highly regarded as the king of supercars, Colnago shares the same reverence but in terms of high performance bicycles imbued with Italian passion and flair.
Inspect these beauties up close at Peloton showroom.
Mon-Fri 10am-7pm, Sat-Sun 11am-6pm / Peloton Showroom, U Chu Liang Building, Rama IV / http://fb.com/peloton.showroom, 02-632-4489.
Parties
+ Find your joy
Blend 285 presents Bangkok of dreams / Live Park / Mar 10
From the team that brought you The Bangkok Countdown and Waterzonic comes the newest EDM event, Bangkok of Dreams, sponsored by Blend 285. The festival features a world-class line-up, which includes Vinai, Sikdope, Eptic, Garmiani and Mightyfools. Supporting local DJs Gail Werner and DJ Sunny will also be taking the stage. The event also features a food zone named "Yaowarat 285" and a relaxing zone named "Khao San 285".
5pm-midnight / Live Park, Rama IX / http://goo.gl/fJywqB / Regular tickets at B499, VIP tickets at B999.
+ The power and passion of trance
Federbräu Presents Envision / W District / Mar 10
World class trance DJ-producers Super8 & Tab will be bringing an amazing audio and visual experience next Saturday. The Finnish duo has won a loyal fanbase within the trance community, continually pushing their sound forward while staying true to their roots. They helped kickstart the "Hybrid Trance" revolution with their groundbreaking debut single Helsinki Scorching in 2006. Their next album is called reformation and is due this year on Armada Music. Mexican food and BBQ will be available courtesy of Quiero Mas, so grab a couple of tacos, a few nachos and enjoy the show!
4pm-midnight / W District, Sukhumvit 69/69-1 Road / http://goo.gl/3W3ZKX / Pre-sale tickets at B590.
+ Come together
Together festival 2018 / Bitec / May 4-5
It's time to bring your party squad back together as the 7th edition of Together Festival returns this year. Phase one's headliners have been announced, featuring some of the most popular EDM artists today, including Alan Walker, Hardwell, Marshmello and GTA.
3pm-4am / Bitec Bangna / http://goo.gl/D8C7uP / Tier one tickets at B2,675, B16,249 for groups of six.
+ Back to the sound
Dave Winnel / Levels / Mar 15
Currently signed to electronic music label Armada Music, catch Dave Winnel perform for the very first time in Thailand at Levels Club. In 2016, he has collaborated with legendary trance DJ Armin van Buuren, releasing the summer festival hit The Race. His single, Don't Stop has been played more than 2 million times on Spotify, and his diverse music style has seen him release tracks across various music labels such as Axtone, Def Jam, Ministry of Sound.
9pm-2am / Levels, Sukhumvit 11 / http://fb.com/levelsclub / B200 for ladies, B300 for gents (incl 1 standard drink).
+ Spring break pool party
Blast pool series - spring break 2018 / DoubleTree by Hilton Sukhumvit / Mar 10
The latest of the Blast Pool party series is here, showcasing some of the biggest house and techno DJs from Bermudos venue in Phuket. Dance and chill out to sets performed by Wayu, Radar, Beycan and Vadim Almazov along with support from Adiero + Nukier. Girls get free entry between 2-3pm.
2pm-8pm / DoubleTree by Hilton Sukhumvit, Sukhumvit 26 / http://goo.gl/jEAodK / Ticket + 1 free drink: B350, ticket + 1 hour of all you can drink: B750, Blast VIP table of 4: B5,000, Super Blast VIP table of 10: B10,000.
+ Groovy techno
Escape 56 feat Marvin & Guy / Shade and shadow / Mar 16
Italian-based DJs and producers Alessandro Parlatore and Marcello Giordani, better known as Marvin & Guy, will be bringing flourishing synthesizer notes, thundering kick drums and uplifting arpeggios for one night in Bangkok! They will be performing for the 5th edition of Escape 56, a series of pop-up party events that focuses on art and sound, with locations that escapes from the usual club settings. Formed in 2011, the duo's music has been performed by DJs around the globe, with releases in labels such as Life and Death, Hivern Discs, Permanent Vacation and Correspondent. The party will be supported by local artists Slum Disco Soundsystem, STGZ (Stargazer) and Hidemasa Mitsui of Giant Swing.
9pm-4am / Shade and Shadow, above Nineteens Up Bar, Silom 19 / http://goo.gl/Yj41HF / Early bird tickets B600. (Incl 1 free Jägerbomb).
Shows
+ Lay us down
Sam Smith / Impact Arena / Oct 28
Famed English singer-songwriter Sam Smith will be heading to Impact Arena later this year, singing his emotionally charged songs as part of "The Thrill Of It All" Asia tour. Smith first rose to prominence by being featured in Disclosure's single "Latch" in 2012 and Naughty Boy's "La La La" in 2013, where he subsequently won both the 2014 Brit Critics' Choice Award and BBC's Sound of 2014. He was nominated for six Grammy Awards in 2015, winning four, including Best New Artist, Record of the Year and Song of the Year for his hit single Stay with Me, and Best Pop Vocal Album for debut album In The Lonely Hour. His second album The Thrill Of It All was released in November last year, where its lead single Too Good At Goodbyes reached number one in the UK and Australia charts.
Impact Arena, Muang Thong Thani.
+ Jam packed festival
M2F Bangkok music fest 2018 / CentralWorld / Mar 17-18
M2F Newspaper's yearly M2F Bangkok Music Fest returns with two days of live performances from many popular Thai artists and bands at the CentralWorld shopping centre. First day's line-up includes Big Ass, Getsunova, Cocktail, The Mousses and Ben Chalatit, while the second day features Joey Boy, Musketeers, Paradox, Two Popetorn, Pun Basher and Klear.
3pm-9pm / CentralWorld, Rama I Road / http://fb.com/M2FNews / Free entry.
+ Music by The Beach
Sunset music beach festival 2018 / Plathu restaurant / Mar 31
Heavy Organizer in association with Singha Corporation and the Tourism Authority of Thailand are proud to present this year's Sunset Music Festival at Cha-am beach. Chill and relax by the beachside and enjoy some live music from some of best of Thailand's reggae-ska bands and artists, including T-Bone, Job 2 Do, Singto Numchok, Srirajah Rockers, Deep ‘O' Sea's, Mocca Garden, Gold Red and many more. Phase two tickets are on sale until Mar 30.
3pm-1am / Plathu Restaurant, Cha-am Beach / http://goo.gl/3uVcZF / Phase two tickets at B779, at the door B900.
+ In remembrance
Retrospect: Heart of the panther / Live Park / Apr 21
"There will never be a day where rock will die, but when a black panther dies, who will be responsible?" Thai rock band Retrospect will be holding a concert due to the recent scandal regarding the poaching of wildlife animals that took place in Thungyai Naresuan Wildlife Sanctuary. Genie Records and ZAAP will be donating part of the proceeds to the Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation. With microphone in hand, vocalist "Nap" Chanattha Saisila hopes to raise awareness of the tragedy and to respect wildlife through the band's music. Be part of the audience as they try to bring justice to the animals that have been harmed and for the greater good of the environment and society later this April.
From 4pm / Live Park, Rama IX / http://goo.gl/GskBpM / Pre-sale tickets at B1,000.
+ All the world's a stage
As you like it / Bnh hospital / Mar 22-31
One of Shakespeare's most beloved comedies, As You Like It, will be performed later this month by the Bangkok Community Theatre. Directed by Michael Allman, the performance will be taking place at the BN Hospital in a stripped-down up-close style to allow the audience a unique access to the play, helping them understand the characters and text which is similar to their last year's A Midsummer's Night Dream show. Appropriate for people above the ages of 12.
From 7.30pm / BNH Hospital Conference Center, 3F, 9/1 Soi Convent, Silom / http://goo.gl/uLnM6s / B500.
+ Back in the 90s
Dudesweet 1997 / Whiteline / Mar 16
Dudesweet will be hosting a 90s-themed party complete with music from that era. Held at Whiteline in Silom, dance to hip-hop and RnB tracks spun by DJ Mother Pichy on the first floor, or rock out to some alternative rock and grunge by Nut Lullabar and Note Dudesweet at the second floor. For nostalgic trip through the 90s, DJ Paulie will be playing 90s dance anthems at the third floor. In addition to DJs, there will also be a live performance by the band Stone Metal Fire. All mobile phones and digital cameras are prohibited at the event. Staff will collect the phones and give attendees a numbered wristband in which they can use to collect phones after the party.
7pm-2am / Whiteline, Silom 8 / http://goo.gl/YoZ8ug / pre-sale tickets at B600, at the door B800.
+ Music from a galaxy far far away
Star wars the ultimate symphony concert / Thailand cultural centre / Mar 15
Somtow Sucharitkul and the Siam Sinfonietta will be performing the first epic symphony concert in Southeast Asia featuring music from all nine Star Wars films. Originally composed by John Williams, expect to hear favourite compositions such as Imperial March, Duel Of The Fates, Jedi Steps, Cantina Band and many more from the eight main Star Wars movies, as well as the Rogue One score by Michael Giacchino. Siam Sinfonietta has been performing select Star Wars music as encore pieces and during their annual New Year concerts, but they will be performing two hours of music with narration being done by special guest Alan Dean Foster, author of The Force Awakens.
8-10pm / Thailand Cultural Centre, Main Hall, Ratchadaphisek Road / http://goo.gl/92jK3X / B1,000-B3,000.
Art
+ Sculpted Self
KMA Sculpture / ChangChui / Until Mar 31
It took Kma Sirisamphan five years to complete the sculptures on display at his new exhibition. A graduate of Silpakorn University's Faculty of Painting Sculpture and Graphic Arts, Kma has shown his thesis works at the 37th National Exhibition of Art. The artist uses his experience and struggles as an inspiration while trying to connect with audiences in hope to uplift their spirits through simple-looking forms.
4-10pm, closed Wed / ChangChui, behind Ar-nek Pasong Building, Sirindhorn Road, Bang Plad / www.changchuibangkok.com, 081-817-2888 / Free.
+ Up Close and Personal
Jaruwat: Mostly People / The Gallery 36 / Until Apr 30
Jaruwat Normrubporn aka LoveSyrup is having his first solo exhibition on the 36th floor of Pullman Bangkok Hotel G. His oil-on-canvas paintings captures stories, moments, memories and people from his life in livid and vibrant hues. Free admission.
Pullman Bangkok Hotel G, 188 Silom Road, Bangrak / http://fb.com/pullmanbangkokhotelG, 02-352-4000.
+ Get High, Kinda
Eden, Part 1: Photography and Sculpture / Serindia Gallery / Until May 27
Piyatat Hemmatat artistically explores plant-based narcotics through the combination of microscopic photography and bronze sculpture. He highlights the beauty of plants that can affect and alter our minds to bring about a new way of looking into substance use and abuse and question where these cursed plants stand in our society. The second part of this exhibition will take place at Galerie OaSis in Sukhumvit 43 on Mar 24. It took him three years to complete this project.
11am-7pm, closes on Mon / Serindia Gallery, O.P. Garden, Charoen Krung 36 / http://fb.com/serindiagallery, 02-238-6410.
+ Deafening Silence
ZERO Decibel / YELO House / Until Apr 7
This solo exhibition by noted Thai illustrator Suntur (Yozanun Wutigonsombutkul) features images of small people in their vast spaces. They look intentionally minimal to allow your feeling and imagination to fill them up. His works have been used by popular brands in and out of Thailand.
11am-8pm, closes on Tue / YELO House, Soi Kasemsan 1, Rama I / http://fb.com/yelohouse, 089-777-2322.
+ What if?
Maybe Tomorrow / Midnice Gallery / Until Mar 17
Apiwat Banler imaginatively looks into the future through his vibrant acrylic paintings. His satirical prediction is based on the current situation and he also explores inequality in Thai society and the gap between social classes. The works on display embody doodle art, illustration and pop art.
Open Tue-Sat, 11.30am-8.30pm / Midnice Gallery, Chokchai 4 Soi 18, Lat Phrao Road / http://fb.com/MidniceGallery, 086-282-0282.
+ Running Away from Tigers
Tawan Wattuya : "Out of the frying pan into the fire" / ARTIST+RUN / Until Mar 25
Featuring oil paintings which Tawan Wattuya did in 2005, the exhibition will also feature work since 2017. During the 12-year gap, print media has been declining while touch-screen is on the rise. Back then the artist captured memorable moments through portraits of important figures in Thai society, which appeared in newspapers, and recently he has been doing the same with online media. What actually changed during the time? Or we, as society, are "out of the frying pan into the fire"? Wattuya had local breakthroughs with his "500" exhibition at Sarazine Gallery in 2005 and "Siamese Freaks" at Numthong Gallery in 2007. Before his works were displayed in France, Japan, Taiwan, China and in other countries.
1-6pm / ARTIST+RUN, Narathiwat Ratchanakharin 22 / http://fb.com/artistrungallery2016, 099-454-5955.
Food
+ Seeing red
Red Velvet / Ihop / Until Mar 31
Still on that Valentine high? IHOP has got a number of red velvet dishes to tide you over until the end of the month. Indulge on Red velvet pancake (B195), Sweetie strawberry French toast (B220) or Sweetie love pancake (B195).
IHOP, Siam Paragon, GF, Rama I / Visit http://fb.com/ihopTH.
+ Spring at the 'Bucks
Spring collection / Starbucks / Until Apr 23
The Strawberry honey blossom crème frappuccino is Starbucks' spring drink, in glorious pink. They also have a new drinkware collection like the Pink ceramic mug (B950), a new season blend coffee, which includes the Starbucks origami spring season blend (B400), and finally, additions to their food menu like the Spinach Danish (B85).
Visit http://starbucks.co.th.
+ Battle of the paellas
Paella on the Patio chef battle / Toro Bangkok / Mar 17
Guest chefs Chalee Kader and Randy Nopprapa will face-off in a paella battle at Toro Bangkok and guests will have the chance to taste their unique takes on the classic Spanish dish. Entrance is at B1,000++, which includes three glasses of wine curated by Wine Garage. Availability is limited!
7pm / Toro, 72 Courtyard, Thonglor / Email info@torobangkok.com, 02-392-7790.
+ Appetising Thai
Royal Thai appetisers / Centara Grand at Central Plaza Ladprao / Until Mar 19
Head over to Suan Bua Restaurant to feast on delicious and rare Thai recipes cooked up by Chef Santiphap Petchwao. Enjoy the likes of Thai dumpling stuffed with shrimp (B350++), Taro stuffed with mushroom and cabbage (B320++), and Shrimp wrapped with bean curd paper (B350++).
Suan Bua Restaurant, Centara Grand at Central Plaza Ladprao, 1695 Phahon Yothin Road / Email fb_office@chr.co.th, 02-541-1234 ext. 4151.
Travel
+ Golfer Getaway
Introductory Rates / Eastin Thana City Golf Resort Bangkok / Ongoing
Eastin Thana City Golf Resort Bangkok, the latest addition to Eastin Hotels & Residences, will open its doors on Apr 1. Located within the Thana City multipurpose development, the resort is about 10 minutes from Suvarnabhumi Airport. The 194-room property allows guests to enjoy all the facilities of the neighbouring Thana City Sports Club. Early birds enjoy up to 50% discount on room rates for online reservations only.
Eastin Thana City Golf Resort Bangkok, 103 Moo 4 Bang Na-Trad Highway Km 14, Banchalong, Bang Phli, Samut Prakan / www.eastinthanacitygolfbangkok.com, 02-172-2334 / B1,899 per night for a Superior Room.
+ Let There Be Light
i Light Marina Bay 2018 / Marina Bay Waterfront / Mar 9-Apr 1
Here's a new reason to visit Singapore soon. Living Spirits, a group of Thai interactive art creators, has been selected as one of international artists from 14 countries to showcase their masterpieces at the i Light Marina Bay 2018. Their light installation is titled Chandelier Of Spirits and will be on display at the Marina Bay Waterfront as part of the sixth edition of the sustainable light art festival. Free admission.
7.30-11pm (until midnight on Fri and Sat) / Marina Bay Waterfront, Singapore.
+ The Early Bird Gets The Discount
Tropical Escape Early Bird Offers / Centara Resorts & Hotels / Until Mar 31
Various properties under the Centara umbrella in Thailand, Vietnam, Sri Lanka, Oman and the Maldives are offering tempting deals for those who book at least 60 days in advance. Guests will enjoy up to 40% discount and an addition 10% if they sign up for CentaraThe1Card membership, which is free. Book by Mar 31 for stays until Jun 30. Centara Ras Fushi Resort & Spa in the Maldives boasts 140 beachfront and overwater villas and is designed for couples and honeymooners as children below the age of 12 aren't welcome. Under the "Gold All-Inclusive" package, guests can enjoy up to three dives per villa, per week. Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa Maldives features 112 spacious beachfront suites and overwater villas and activities for everyone in the family. Diving is also part of the "Ultimate All-Inclusive" package, allowing families to enjoy up to three dives per person, per week. Both resorts also offer unlimited snorkelling.
http://goo.gl/uGvR2L / from US$500++ per night at Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa Maldives, from US$352++ Centara Ras Fushi Resort & Spa Maldives.
+ OZO Rewards Early Birds
Early Birds / OZO properties in Thailand, Hong Kong and Sri Lanka / Until Dec 23
Guests at OZO Chaweng Samui, OZO Wesley Hong Kong, OZO Colombo Sri Lanka and OZO Kandy Sri Lanka enjoy a 10% discount on rooms when they book at least seven days in advance. Have your affordable right-next-to-the-beach vacation at OZO Chaweng Samui or get away from it all at the lush surroundings of OZO Kandy Sri Lanka. OZO Colombo Sri Lanka is a beach getaway but swimming in its rooftop pool overlooking the vast sea below is pretty sublime, too. If you're looking for comfort and convenience during your next Hong Kong visit, consider OZO Wesley Hong Kong for its easy access to entertainment complexes and attractions. Both OZOs in Sri Lanka offer a 15% discount when bookings are made at least 30 days in advance. Reserve online.
Visit www.ozohotels.com.
+ One Evening Only
A Sensational Evening With Japanese Flair / Hagi Restaurant / Mar 10
Hagi Japanese restaurant at Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas Hua Hin will welcome chef Hiroaki Yamaguchi to create a special wine-and-dine event for one night only. Chef Hiroaki, who's from Honshu Island, will illustrate an authentic and innovative take on Japanese cuisine through his five-course dinner. He has worked for almost four decades at leading hotels in Japan.
6.30pm / Hagi Restaurant, Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas Hua Hin, 1 Damnernkasem Road, Hua Hin, Prachuap Khiri Khan / 032-512-021 / B2,250++ per person.
+ Charoen Kewl
Creative District Discovery Room Package / Royal Orchid Sheraton Hotel & Towers / Until Jul 31
Charoen Krung has been regarded as Bangkok's new cool for some time now and the Royal Orchid Sheraton on Soi 30 makes a good base for your exploration of the creative district. Key venues such as TCDC and Warehouse 30 are within walking distance, while Lhong 1919 is on the other side of the Chao Phraya. When including nearby neighbourhoods such as Bang Rak, Talad Noi and Soi Nana in Yaowarat, you'll have plenty to explore. A stay in the Deluxe Riverview Room comes with buffet breakfast for two, free room upgrade, 4pm late checkout, B1,000 credit redeemable for F&B in the hotel. Book now for stays until Jul 31. Contact the hotel directly and use the "LCDPKG" code.
Royal Orchid Sheraton Hotel & Towers, 2 Charoen Krung 30 / www.royalorchidsheraton.com, 02-665-3165 / from B6,000 per night.
+ Love Island
Romance Package / Santiburi Koh Samui / Until Dec 22
Santiburi Koh Samui, the luxury villa-and-suite resort on the north shore, is ready to sweeten up your romantic stay. The 4D3N stay in a Grand Deluxe Pool Villa includes daily breakfast, a bottle of sparkling wine, candlelit dinner on the beach and a one-hour in-villa spa treatment for couples. Lovers can stroll through the four hectares of beautiful beachfront location and tropical gardens.
Santiburi Koh Samui, 12/12 Moo 1, Maenam Beach, Koh Samui, Surat Thani / 077-425-040, http://goo.gl/cs7ktW / B93,125 until Apr 15 and Jul 1 to Aug 31, B76,250 from Apr 16 to Jun 30 and Sep 1 to Dec 22.
+ Travelling while Giving Back
Discover a hidden community in Krabi with sustainable tourism / Local Alike / Until April 30
Local Alike, a Thai social enterprise specialising in community-based tourism, has joined forces with EverydayKrabi to curate five packages exploring Krabi. Each focuses on different sides of Krabi from forest conservation activities at Laem Sak Village, hot springs in Klong Thom, to islander life on Koh Lanta. They are available as either a 1D trip or 2D1N trip.
Visit http://localalike.com.
+ The Happiest Place on Earth
Disney Friends Springtime Carnival / Hong Kong Disneyland Resort / Mar 15-Jun 20
More than 100 beloved Disney characters will celebrate the Disney Friends Springtime Carnival. The new "We Love Mickey!" night-time projection show will debut. New and longtime Disney friends will be appearing at the new Africa-themed Karibuni Marketplace in Adventureland and other spots across the park for your selfie ops. A Disney character-themed egg hunt, new food & drinks and merch also await you. Most importantly, Hong Kong Disneyland Resort is offering exclusive deals for Thais. Advance Purchase Room offer gets you 15% off on any rooms at Disney Explorers Lodge, Hong Kong Disneyland Hotel or Disney's Hollywood Hotel. Book online to get a free room upgrade and Attraction Priority Admission Pass. "Play, Shop, Dine" ticket deal for one or two days is also available. Buy a one-day ticket to receive HK$50 (B200) voucher for merch or one free waffle. A two-day ticket gives you better value and comes with a HK$30 voucher for merch.
Visit www.hongkongdisneyland.com/th/offers-discounts.
Movies
+ TOMB RAIDER
(directed by Roar Uthaug)
Who's in it?
Alicia Vikander, Walton Goggins, Dominic West.
What's it about?
Before she became the famous and fearless badass we're so familiar with, Lara Croft (Vikander) was a young woman who wanted to follow in her father's (West) footsteps. When she discovers that her father's disappearance wasn't an accident, she goes to the mysterious island where he disappeared.
Why watch it?
Lady Croft, the rebooted version from the 2013 video game, back to grace our screens.
+ GRINGO
(directed by Nash Edgerton)
Who's in it?
David Oyelowo, Thandie Newton, Charlize Theron, Joel Edgerton, Amanda Seyfried.
What's it about?
Businessman Harold Soyinka (Oyelowo) is sent to cross the border to Mexico to deliver the formula of a newly-invented marijuana pill. However, he gets kidnapped, which complicates things and hilarity ensues.
Why watch it?
The trailer had us LOLing. We might bust our gut when we watch the actual movie.
+ THREE BILLBOARDS OUTSIDE EBBING, MISSOURI
(directed by Martin McDonagh)
Who's in it?
Frances McDormand, Woody Harrelson, Sam Rockwell, Peter Dinklage.
What's it about?
A mother grieves the loss of her daughter who was raped and murdered. Infuriated by the lack of action by the local authorities, she taunts them by renting out three billboards, publicly calling them out.
Why watch it?
Three Sags, five Baftas, four Golden Globes, including Best Motion Picture -- Drama, and seven Oscar nods, including Best Picture.
NETFLIX
+ JESSICA JONES (SEASON 2)
The hardened detective returns after having teamed up with the rest of the Defenders. The second season finds her trying to move on after her encounter with Kilgrave in the first season.
+ EVERYTHING SUCKS! (SEASON 1)
Big hair. VHS tapes. Madonna. The 90's were a glorious time and this is the year this coming-of-age show takes place as the AV and Drama Club in Boring High School collide.
+ UGLY DELICIOUS (SEASON 1)
Join chef David Chang as he goes around the world with other chefs, writers and other people who use food to break down cultural barriers. Streaming now.
