Today SUPERNAP (Thailand), the most advanced Tier IV certified data center in the ASEAN region, extends its partnership with the Next Generation Enterprise Network Alliance (ngena), enabling customers to expand their networking portfolio to include a fully managed SD-WAN-as a Service. The solution makes it possible to efficiently and quickly built highly standardized business networks based on Cisco SD-WAN technology. 
ngena is the only global end to end orchestrated SD-WAN as a service company, and the first to offer pre-built configuration for fast and secure deployment using its Connectivity Platform as a Service.
ngena is built on Cisco Technology and includes security built-in, essential services and pre-configured features. This makes it the only solution of its kind in the market today. It is designed for multi-cloud connectivity resulting in no more expensive hardware investments, project management or long-configuration times.

2020 may not be the easiest year, but there’s always a reason to smile! We’re excited to unveil “Smiles that Travelled a Thousand Miles”, an artwork created by The Fishtank by RippleRoot/ RippleRoot. Inspired by more than 3,000 heartwarming smiles and stories from Marriott International employees and guests, this artwork celebrates a festive end to 2020 and an optimistic outlook on the year to come.
 
We look forward to welcoming you smiles on! Stay tuned for our giveaway this week.
 
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Medical doctors in Hua Hin are advising expat residents to be extra-mindful of the risks of COVID infections this weekend, with an influx of domestic tourists from affected provinces expected”.
 
Medical experts of the Be Well Medical Center have sent an advisory notice to local residents recommending heightened precautions against COVID infections during the upcoming New Year celebrations.
 
With Bangkok having closed down entertainment venues, Hua Hin anticipates a large influx of domestic tourists during the long weekend.  Hua Hin has a large population of Thai and foreign retirees who are a higher risk group for COVID-19. 
 
The medical center recommends that local residents avoid crowded events and venues where hygiene and social distancing cannot be guaranteed. Be Well emphasizes the importance of social distancing, hygiene and masks.
 
Be Well Medical Center is a family health care center opened in December 2019.  See www.bewell.co.th.
 
Manager of Be Well is Dr Chris Taylor a former cruise ship doctor with extensive experience in the prevention of virus outbreaks: “The risk of meeting infected people increases at crowded indoor events. We encourage everyone to keep their distance, and those who are at high risk for severe COVID should consider staying away altogether”.
 
Chief medical doctor at Be Well, Dr Paemika Pidchayathanakorn: “We should all take responsibility to help each other, especially this weekend, to prevent a COVID outbreak in Hua Hin and other places not yet affected”. 

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), together with ICONSIAM and other agencies, associations and businesses along Bangkok’s Chao Phraya River is turning the New Year countdown into a new-normal celebration. The ‘Amazing Thailand Countdown 2021 ’ – Celebrate the Shining  Spirit of Thailand, being staged on New Year’s Eve at ICONSIAM’s River Park, promises to become the most spectacular celebration of Thailand to ring in the New Year and mark the country’s countdown landmark.  It also underlines the importance of the Chao Phraya River as Bangkok’s and the country’s key tourist attraction and the iconic global countdown destination.
 
The new-normal celebrations proceeds with dramatic display of 25,000 eco-friendly fireworks that are made in Japan from Thai sticky rice, which will light up the sky along a 1,400-metre length of the Chao Phraya River that runs through Bangkok. The spectacular firework is a message of hope for the country and the world to mark the arrival of the new year and signal to everyone our hope for a bright 2021.”
 
The celebrations will strictly comply with The Centre for Covid-19 Situation Administration (CCSA)’s guideline.             The concert has been cancelled and the country can virtually and safely celebrates together via live broadcast on television and online live streaming.

Second major accolade in one month after a top spot ranking for interior design

Within a year of its opening, Blue by Alain Ducasse has earned itself 1 Michelin star. The announcement was made this month at the official launch of the fourth edition of the Michelin Guide Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Phuket & Phang-Nga 2021.
 
The restaurant located on the banks of the Chao Phraya River in ICONLUXE, ICONSIAM is the first restaurant in Thailand by Alain Ducasse, one of the world’s greatest and most decorated chefs and an iconic mentor-chef to many other chefs in Michelin-starred restaurants around the world.
“I would not be here in Thailand without the ongoing trust and support of Mrs. Chadatip Chutrakul. Thank you for your vision. All my thoughts go to the team in place since the opening: Wilfrid, Alex and Maxou. These guys have done a formidable job! Thank you and your teams for your commitment despite the rocky times we are going through. Beyond the awards and media recognition I would like to thank our loyal guests to tell us about the pleasure of dining in our restaurant. We are proud to give you everlasting memories,” said Chef Ducasse.

Thai fashion icon and Bolon Brand Ambassador, Yaya-Urassaya Sperbund, presents the launch of the new Bolon optical eyewear Fall/Winter 2020 Collection. She wants those who wear glasses to feel as confident as she does in this chic and modern designed range of eyewear that brings to life the eclectic personality of the brand in a variety of sophisticated styles and contemporary creative trends, and all at a very accessible price for the Thai market.
Bolon’s Optical Eyewear Fall/Winter 2020 Collection is perfect for all fashionistas, the assortment of styles will complement any fashion choice, so people will not feel awkward or unfashionable when wearing glasses. Made from lightweight and highest quality materials, with subtle yet unique design elements and an elegant color palette, the exquisite craftsmanship is evident in every pair.

Chef Prin will feature his ‘Samrub Greatest Hits’ menu at Spice Market, Anantara Siam Bangkok Hotel on 15 and 16 January 2021, starting at 6.30pm. Prices start from THB 3,300++ with non-alcoholic beverages and THB 5,000++ with a thoughtful wine pairing by Anantara Siam’s Thai sommelier. Price is subject to 10% service charge and 7% applicable government tax.
 
Reservations are essential and can be made by contacting Anantara Siam on telephone 02 126 8866 ext. 1232 or email spicemarket.asia@anantara.com
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Sra Bua by Kiin Kiin, the renowned fine-dining modernThai-cuisine restaurant at Siam Kempinski Hotel Bangkok, continues to go from strength to strength, built on its outstanding reputation for culinary excellence, adding a fourth year to its one-Michelin-star status. The announcement was made during an official ceremony on 16 December 2020 to launch the “MICHELIN Guide Thailand 2021 Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Phuket & Phang-Nga”. The restaurant first received Michelin one-star status in December 2017.

Central Food Hall, Ladprao is a new destination providing a 360° food experience, bringing together products from all over the world to match every lifestyle of eating, drinking and shopping. There is superior service with modern innovation and assistant robots to provide shoppers with a seamless shopping experience. Everything is catered to the needs of modern consumers on G floor, CentralPlaza Ladprao.  
Sujita Phengoun, Chief Operating Officer Large Format at Central Food Retail Company Limited under Central Retail said, “Central Food Hall, Ladprao came from the idea of giving customers a venue for instore experience in every sense. We created a different food store where customers can shop for products while enjoying their unique lifestyle in an atmosphere of modern décor under the concept of unique shop-in-shop that celebrated the union of design and food. Customers can observe every stage of food preparation right when they are being prepared by chefs and experts in each zone and can relish a wider assortment of over 30,000 products from Thailand and across the world. Integrating innovation and excellent service, Central Food Hall, Ladprao is the first in Thailand to be ‘more than just a food store’. 

Do you miss your annual Christmas holiday? A winter break in Europe walking through the vibrant markets, sipping mulled wine and inhaling the sweet aroma of the season? Don’t worry, Sofitel Bangkok Sukhumvit presents an opportunity to experience the magic of a European Christmas Market right here in Bangkok.

Sofitel hotels worldwide reimagine Christmas décor each year with a chic and design forward theme each year which has over the years piqued global interest. This year, their theme is ‘Christmas Joy’, very apt for this year.
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Sofitel Bangkok Sukhumvit team has beautifully interpreted the theme by recreating a European Christmas Market in their lobby inspired by the iconic Christmas Market of Strasbourg. Strasbourg is also home to the first Sofitel Hotel in the world.