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ride

Saving the Environment

There’s a new mode of transportation in town known as OBike. This new invention from
Singapore is the first station-less public bike in Thailand. You no longer have to hail a
motorbike taxi, walk short distances or travel by MRT and BTS. Simply rent an OBike from a
nearby destination and ride this cheaper and more environmentally friendly alternative to
your desired destination. Download the OBike mobile app and scan the QR code located on
the bike to unlock the bike via the app. You can also make a bike reservation in advance. Enjoy
riding your bike anywhere, and once done, all you have to do is leave it at a parking spot. You
can find these cute orange bikes in multiple places around Bangkok, including the Asok BTS.
www.o.bike

stay

Home Away from Home

Unwind in spacious and stylish guestrooms at the newly opened
Park Hyatt Bangkok, located on top of Central Embassy. The hotel
features 222 luxurious guestrooms, including 32 premier suites,
with panoramic views and a calming environment. It is the ideal
home away from home for connoisseurs of sophisticated living.
The hotel includes innovative bars and restaurants, such as the
Penthouse Bar + Grill complex, a spectacular 40-metre saltwater
pool with a 25-metre infinity lap-swimming section, a 24-hour fully Luxurious Living
equipped fitness centre, 12 elegant venues, including a pillar-less
ballroom, and a tranquil spa with crystal-steam and dry-heat The Residences at Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok have caught the
rooms. www.bangkok.park.hyatt.com eye of many since winning the South East Asia Property Awards
2016 for ‘Best Residential Interior Design’. They competed against
40 developers from eight ASEAN countries. Each residential unit is
a connoisseur’s expression of the elite cosmopolitan lifestyle, with
kitchen and bathroom fixtures from deluxe European brands. The
residence is one of the most sought-after international properties
amongst Thai and foreign investors, achieving 70 percent sold
units before the building’s scheduled completion in 2018. The
venue will be the first Mandarin Oriental branded residences in
Southeast Asia. It is located in the much-awaited ICONSIAM on the
banks of the Chao Phraya River. www.moresidencesbangkok.com

beauty and fashion

The Oomph Factor

A new makeup and photography studio has arrived, which will cater to your every need
and desire. The Swaness Studio is a beauty paradise, with makeup artists and hair
stylists working their magic for brides, bridal parties, trials, bachelorette parties and
so on. The studio also conducts makeup and hair classes for individuals or groups of
up to 10 persons. In addition, you will find a full service photography studio for rent,
with basic equipment, a long list of equipment rental options, and costume and props
available. They have a roster of amazing photographers you can choose from, who will
certainly capture you looking your best. The studio is open daily from 10am to 5pm, at
43/17-18 Sukhumvit Soi 31. www.facebook.com/swaness.studio

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