​Hyatt Asia Pacific is making mindful dining effortless with the launch of its 'Be More Foodie: Mindful Indulgence' initiative across its eight properties in Thailand. Collaborating with a certified nutritionist and wellness advisor, the hotels’ restaurants and bars have carefully curated dishes and drinks that not only delight the taste buds but also meets high nutritional standards, empowering holistic wellbeing of diners.
 
Embracing Hyatt’s food philosophy “Food. Thoughtfully Sourced. Carefully Served.”, which means serving food and beverages that are good for people, communities, and the planet, ‘Be More Foodie: Mindful indulgence’ also prioritizes responsibly sourced ingredients from local Thai farmers, reinforcing Hyatt’s commitment to sustainability while delivering authentic flavors. This campaign also aligns with the shifting consumer behavior towards opting for more health-conscious ingredients. 

Three exceptional dining venues at Asiatique The Riverfront are proud to announce their recognition in the 2024 Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice “Best of the Best Restaurants” Awards, including a remarkable global honor. This prestigious acknowledgment highlights the commitment to culinary excellence and unforgettable dining experiences offered at these renowned establishments.
 
Sirimahannop, the iconic reimagined Thai tall ship docked at Asiatique the Riverfront, was named as the #6 Best Restaurant for Casual Dining in Thailand, placing it among the top 1% of restaurants worldwide on Tripadvisor. This unique riverside venue has become highly popular for its innovative cuisine, which reflects the ship’s historical voyages, and unparalleled views of the Chao Phraya River.
 
The Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice “Best of the Best Restaurants” awards are entirely based on guest reviews and ratings, making them a true reflection of public opinion. The winners represent the top-rated dining establishments worldwide, a testament to their exceptional service and culinary excellence.
 
Two other exceptional restaurants were honored with Tripadvisor’s Travelers’ Choice Awards for 2024: The Crystal Grill House, the sparkling glasshouse steak and seafood restaurant, and The Siam Tea Room, the heritage-rich Thai dining destination and casual café, both of which are located at Asiatique The Riverfront and offer stunning views of Bangkok's “River of Kings”.
 
Sirimahannop, The Crystal Grill House, and The Siam Tea Room would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to our valued guests for their continuous support and positive feedback. These awards are a wonderful reflection of their loyalty and satisfaction.
 
For more information and reservations, please call +66 (0) 2 059 5999 email [email protected]
 
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Website:            www.sirimahannop.com
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Website:            www.thecrystalgrillhouse.com
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Instagram:        @thecrystalgrillhouse
 
Website:            www.thesiamtearoom.com
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Vimarn Suriya Company Limited, the developer of Dusit Central Park, a world-class complete mixed-use development project under “Here for Bangkok” concept and the developer of The Residences at Dusit Central Park, Bangkok’s finest ultra-luxury residential development in Super Core CBD of Rama 4 - Silom, joined force with UOB Thailand and CBRE Thailand to host a seminar titled ‘Timeless Wealth: A Long-term Investment in Ultra-luxury Residences’ to present a market overview for Branded Residences real estate. Data from the seminar shows over 90% of the deals were closed which results in a 7.9% increase in yield on a yearly basis. 

​Gourmet Market and Gourmet Eats, The Mall Group’s premium supermarket and food center, respectively, celebrate J vegetarian festival 2024 with “Gourmet J - The Legend” with fresh J food and ingredients sent straight from their sources and markets. Items include black soy sauce tofu from Potharam market, Klongae tofu from Songkla province, and ganachai from Ban Hin Kong market. Trendy restaurants including Thipsamai Padthai Prathu Phi, Khaotom Plaengnam 24hr, Chuikuai Talat Noi 100yr are ready to serve. The campaign is held from 2-11 October 2024 at every branch of Gourmet Market and Gourmet Eats at The Mall Lifestore, The Mall Korat, Emporium, EmQuartier and Siam Paragon.

For International Doctor’s Day on 7th October, St. George’s University (SGU) School of Medicine in Grenada, West Indies has provided tips to help medical professionals achieve a good balance between work and personal time. 

The specialties with favorable work-life balance
In-demand fields like primary care offer more flexible schedules, making it easier for doctors to juggle personal and professional responsibilities. “Primary care is unique in medicine because of its flexibility,” says Dr. Linda Girgis, SGU alumna and primary care doctor in New Jersey. “Many physicians now practice outpatient medicine, avoiding late-night hospital admissions. Options like private practice or working under a hospital system each have their benefits and challenges.”

Work-life balance is achievable in specialties beyond primary care, though it may require a different approach. Procedure-oriented specialties often demand long hours and early mornings. Physicians in these fields must be intentional about scheduling time for work and home.

Tips for preventing burnout
“Eat well, exercise, get enough sleep, and don’t neglect your friends and family more than necessary,” advises Dr. David Thomas, SGU alumnus and advanced fellow for transplant and oncology infectious diseases at Moffitt Cancer Center. “Finding balance is key to improving your practice.”

Doctors with the best work-life balance often cultivate lasting healthy habits. For some SGU graduates, this balance started on campus. Dr. Ifeatu Egwuatu, SGU alumnus and internal medicine resident, attributes his ability to juggle multiple responsibilities to his time at SGU. “Managing my time effectively allowed me to excel in both medical school and extracurriculars,” he says.

Dr. Nanditha Guruvaiah, SGU alumna and internal medicine preliminary resident, emphasizes the importance of planning ahead and self-care. “Achieving the perfect work-life balance is still a work in progress. Planning and reserving time for self-care are critical to avoid burnout,” she explains.

Practice what you preach
Physicians may want to consider implementing the advice they often give to their patients. Medical professionals know more than anyone about the long-term consequences of stress caused by burnout. Prioritizing your well-being will set a good example for your patients to prioritize their well-being.

Dr. Garima Gupta, SGU alumna and oncologist, says: “The key is making it a priority and maintaining mental health to prevent burnout,”.
Balancing a medical career with other aspects of life is challenging but achievable. Prospective medical students should not be deterred by work-life balance concerns. SGU graduates across various medical fields have successfully navigated this balance.

For more information on the programs and tracks available through St. George’s University School of Medicine, visit SGU’s website.

NH Collection Maldives Havodda Resort, the first NH Collection resort in the Maldives, proudly announces its selection as the ‘Best Beach Resort’ by the Travel Trade Maldives (TTM) Awards 2024. In honour of the recognition, NH Collection Maldives Havodda invites guests to feel the extraordinary of the Maldives by offering complimentary roundtrip domestic transfers for stays through December 2024.
 
The TTM Awards 2024 celebrate Maldivian travel and tourism industry excellence across 28 categories. Voting by industry professionals and the public determines the award winners. NH Collection Maldives Havodda earned the title of ‘Best Beach Resort’, recognising the resort for its exceptional white sandy beaches and excellent swimming conditions.
 
NH Collection Maldives Havodda Resort is situated on a seashell-shaped private island in the Gaafu Dhaalu Atoll. The secluded locale in the southern region of the archipelago offers guests a tranquil setting and a stunning house reef bustling with tropical fish and marine life. The all-villa resort gives guests the choice of well-appointed beach villas with breathtaking ocean views and direct beach access or over-water villas, a quick swim away from pristine coral gardens. The resort offers guests a thoughtful selection of comforts and amenities on land at The Spa and its multiple food and beverage outlets or in the sea at the surrounding reefs and further into the Indian Ocean.
 
NH Collection Maldives Havodda welcomes guests to experience an unparalleled tropical getaway filled with relaxation and adventure with its latest offer. Guests who book a four-night or longer stay between now and December 22, 2024 will receive complimentary roundtrip domestic flights. Starting at USD 443 per night, the offer also includes:
 

• Stay 4 nights or more and save 30% on accommodation with daily buffet breakfast
• Stay 7 nights or more and save 35% on accommodation with daily buffet breakfast
• Children below 12 years of age stay and dine with our compliments
• Bottle of sparkling wine upon arrival

 
Guests can take advantage of this offer until October 31, 2024 by booking their stay on NH Collection Maldives Havodda Resort’s website or by contacting the resort directly at [email protected]

​“Silavadee Pool Spa Resort,” a leading hotel in Koh Samui is proud to announce that the resort has been awarded ISO 22000:2024 certification, the international standards for food safety management systems. This certification reinforces the resort’s commitment to providing the highest quality service and safety in all aspects of food management, in order to provide guests with the best and safest experience.
 
The ISO 22000:2024 is a rigorous set of standards for food safety control and management covering all stages from sourcing, production, storage to food service. “Silavadee Pool Spa Resort” has adopted these principles to do its best to upgrade the quality of food service to meet international standards.

The highly anticipated Aviyana Hua Hin resort has officially opened, offering an extraordinary blend of luxury and nature along the picturesque Cha-Am coastline. This stunning new destination promises guests an escape where tranquility meets opulence, with tailored experiences designed to cater to the most discerning travelers.
 
Your Private Sanctuary by the Sea
 
Nestled along a private 100-meter stretch of pristine beachfront, Aviyana Hua Hin is more than just a resort—it’s a sanctuary. The resort’s design is a seamless fusion of modern luxury and natural beauty, set against the backdrop of rolling tropical hills and the sparkling Gulf of Thailand. From the moment you arrive, you’ll be enveloped in an atmosphere of relaxation and rejuvenation.

Jim Thompson, A Thai Restaurant invites diners to its latest culinary adventure, with the launch of an exciting all-new à la carte offering. Masterfully creating fresh flavors of contemporary Thai cuisine, the new gastronomic offering will delight the most discerning of local and visiting diners.
 
The restaurant, located within the complex of the Jim Thompson Heritage Quarter, seamlessly integrates lifestyle with heritage, merging the renowned hospitality that once greeted the esteemed guests of the Thai Silk King with a selection of gastronomic delights. Covering an extensive range of contemporary Thai cuisine, both savory and sweet, favorite dishes that Thais know and love are elevated with creative presentations and skilled cooking techniques.

Joan Tana Dot, Food & Beverage Director of Jim Thompson, said, “Inspired by our founder’s vision of presenting Thai heritage to the world and dedication to working with local farmers, the innovative à la carte options ensures a delectable farm-to-fork dining experience that supports the community and embraces authenticity, identity, and creativity.”

​Ampverse Group, a leading gaming and entertainment ecosystem, proudly announces the launch of its new full-service, next generation marketing agency, Ampverse Pulse. Born out of the success of Ampverse Group’s marketing solutions business unit, Ampverse Pulse is set to redefine how brands engage with rapidly growing gaming and entertainment communities across Southeast Asia, India and MENA.
 
With over 600 million fans, 300+ existing client partnerships, commerce solutions and a leading portfolio of gaming and entertainment media assets, Ampverse Group has become a dominant force in the region. The launch of Ampverse Pulse comes on the heels of Ampverse Group’s impressive revenue-generating marketing solutions business unit in Southeast Asia, highlighting the strong demand and effectiveness of its products across leading media assets, along with Thailand’s largest esports fan community, Bacon Time and legendary team, MITH.


Ampverse Pulse will expand on the group's current marketing solutions offering to provide a fully integrated solution for brands and game publishers spanning gaming influencer strategy and activations, gaming & entertainment IP partnerships, in-game advertising, user acquisition, media planning, commerce partnerships and white-labelled tournaments and events. Ampverse Pulse will benefit from Ampverse Group’s ecosystem that includes a growing portfolio of owned and operated gaming and entertainment media assets, access to insights from 600 million followers from the Ampverse Group’s media assets and greater network including next gen behaviours and purchase patterns derived from its commerce products, and a team of seasoned professionals with proven track record delivering strategic planning and activations for over 300 clients targeting gamers.
 
Exponential Growth in Brand Partnerships
Ampverse Group has seen exponential growth in brand partnerships across Southeast Asia which it looks to build upon with Ampverse Pulse, as well as introduce its services to the India and MENA region for the first time. Ampverse Group has a long history of forging successful partnerships with brands from a broad range of sectors including NaRaYa, Nivea, Red Bull, Burger King and Koh Kae. Leading traditional brand NaRaYa has successfully reached the gaming community through Bacon Time sponsorship campaigns that helped drive brand engagement within the fan community along with big global food brands like Burger King. Ampverse Pulse’ long-term partnership drove digital engagement and exposure across broader fan communities. The launch of Ampverse Pulse will further empower brands, offering even more integrated and effective marketing solutions to engage and unlock value from gaming and entertainment audiences.
 
Ampverse Pulse will continue to build on its foundation of trust working with game publishers, expanding the reach and impact of these collaborations where it has helped launch a number of the most successful games to market and launch new game updates including Ragnarok Origin, Arena Breakout and Genshin Impact.

Aria Wong, Senior Brand Manager of Overseas Marketing Team, MoreFun Studio, Tencent shares “Working with Ampverse Pulse has been an outstanding experience for Arena Breakout in Thailand. The incredible network of gaming and entertainment influencers Ampverse provided has driven immense traffic and excitement around Arena Breakout, leading to remarkable performance in the Thailand market.”
“Ampverse Pulse is not just an extension of our marketing solutions offering, but a next generation agency which deeply understands youth culture given our gaming DNA. Pulse is testament to our commitment to serving the evolving needs of brands and game publishers wanting to deliver business results by being relevant to the next generation” said Charlie Baillie, Chief Executive Officer of Ampverse Group. “As gaming continues to solidify itself at the heart of popular culture, so does the need for innovative, impactful and integrated marketing solutions that authentically connect to next generation communities. Ampverse Pulse is here to deliver that.”