Monthly Archives: October 2011

The cost of the flooding in Bangkok

Posted on October 28, 2011 by jimcarr

Whatever it is, one thing is certain,  it will be substantial, says Dr.Kriengsak Chareonwongsak, a former MP in Thailand and a noted economist, who taught economics at Harvard and Oxford for almost 30 years. Current estimates run between $6 and … Continue reading →

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Make or break time in Bangkok

Posted on October 28, 2011 by jimcarr

The next few days will tell the tale. That’s when the flooding will crest and Bangkok will know exactly just how bad it will be. Many people are disgusted with the way things have been handled, with much of the … Continue reading →

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The colon hyrotherapy advantage

Posted on October 25, 2011 by jimcarr

By Dr. Pakpilai Thavisin  Dr. Pakpilai Thavisin is president of S Medical Spa and MD, esthetic dermatology and anti-ageing medicine Dr. Pakpilai created S Medical Spa six years ago to offer a haven of serenity where Western Medicine is combined … Continue reading →

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Condé Nast Awards for Six Senses Samui

Posted on October 21, 2011 by jimcarr

Six Senses Spa at Koh Samui has received the Condé Nast Traveller Readers’ Award as the Best Spa in the Overseas Hotel category. It was also among three Six Senses properties included by Condé Nast in its World Top Experiences … Continue reading →

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Work and play at Six Senses Water/Wo/Men fundraiser

Posted on October 19, 2011 by jimcarr

Six Senses first annual Water/Wo/Men fundraiser is support of global water conservation also had some light moments. Most days were long with plenty of meetings and hearing from some of the best in sports, conservation, non-profits and corporations but there … Continue reading →

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SALA Phuket receives Excellent Employer Award

Posted on October 14, 2011 by jimcarr

SALA Phuket Resort and Spa has received the 2011 Excellent Labour Welfare Award from Thailand’s Department of Labour. To achieve the award, SALA Phuket employees had to demonstrate their ability to work effectively with management in creating and implementing polices … Continue reading →

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‘The mother of all recessions’

Posted on October 10, 2011 by jimcarr

Just how serious is the danger to the environment? Sir Richard Branston, founder and chairman of the Virgin Group, puts it this way: The world will face even greater recessions – unless much more is done to encourage the development … Continue reading →

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Anantara Si Kao’s new weight loss/detox programs

Posted on October 5, 2011 by jimcarr

If weight loss is on your mind, Anantara Si Kao has come up with a fresh approach that includes a fresh approach that includes a detox program, naturopathic consultations, a body fat analysis and even new weight watch meals. The … Continue reading →

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Six Senses adds new conservation event

Posted on October 1, 2011 by jimcarr

Six Senses, a major force in sustainable development, has added another project to its growing list of activities. This time, it’s playing co-host with H20 to a gathering of key figures in water sports and marine conservation as well as … Continue reading →

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