Pakk Taii Design Week is returning to Songkhla Old Town between Aug 17-25 to shed light on the past of this thriving marine trading hub dating back to the Dvaravati period.
With the theme "The South's Turn", the festival aims to highlight the peaceful co-existence of the old and new by fusing traditional cultural aspects with contemporary circumstances, offering immersive experiences to both residents and visitors.
From 11am to 9pm, it will be divided into five themes to offer a variety of creative exhibitions, art installations, light displays, mixed media presentations, cultural performances, and talks and workshops to bring the town back to life. The highlights include a film festival, which will bring creative minds together and encourage future collaborations, the Livable City Project with an aim to enhance the livability of neighbourhoods and cities in the South, and the "South Secret Recipe" that will celebrate unique southern culinary traditions.
Visit pakktaiidesignweek.com.
National Day Singapore.
National Day Singapore parade takes place tomorrow
National Day Parade in Singapore will take place tomorrow and start at Padang, the former National Stadium and The Float @ Marina Bay. With over 3,000 participants, the parade will portray the story of the country while synchronising with music and films.
It will open with a memorial to the pioneers' unwavering spirit, then shows the nation's unity via its rich and varied culinary legacy before ending on a positive note as the nation looks forward to an even better future.
This year, Voices of Singapore, Swift Skating Academy, Singapore Gymnastics National Training Centre, vocalists Amni Musfirah, Shazza, Weish, and cellist Olivia Chuang are just a few of the artists and partners that will join in the live NDP debut.
The show will also feature three short films highlighting Singaporeans from diverse backgrounds: "Film One – Family" celebrates its diverse food culture; "Film Two – Care and Compassion" shares four stories of individuals going above and beyond to uplift the community; and "Film Three – We, the Citizens of Singapore" pays tribute to Singaporeans by showcasing 22 individuals of various occupations to emphasise collective responsibility.
Five districts will come in different themes and offer a wide range of family-friendly activities, fun carnival games, hands-on workshops, firework displays and live stage performances for people of all ages to enjoy.
Visit ndp.gov.sg.
Avani+ Hua Hin Resort.
Special deals available at Avani+ Hua Hin Resort
Avani+ Hua Hin Resort is offering a special deal starting at 13,500 baht until Dec 20 in celebration of the launch of AvaniWell.
Spending two nights in an Avani Deluxe Room, guests can enjoy a stay on a half-board basis, choice of either a 60-minute Thai Traditional Medicine consultation and treatment, a 60-minute Physiotherapy Session, a 40-minute IV Drip or a 50-minute ELEMIS Facial, choice of two from a 60-minute AvaniWell Signature Massage, a 60-minute Salt Scrub Journey or a 60-minute Manicure or Pedicure, complimentary hospital-grade Body Composition Scan and results, and complimentary Cleanse & Boost mixology class.
Visit avanihotels.com/hua-hin.
Moxy Bangkok Ratchaprasong.
Stay longer and save more at Moxy Bangkok Ratchaprasong
Vacationers who want to spend more time in the capital can take advantage of Moxy Bangkok Ratchaprasong's Stay Longer, Save More offer. When booking a room, guests can receive up to 10% off, as well as flexible cancellation, and 20% off food and drink at Moxy Bar & Restaurant.
This recently opened hotel offers 504 elegant guest rooms, a relaxed check-in process at the bar on the 9th level, and access to the sociable Library & Plug-In area. Visitors can enjoy 24/7 snacks and beverages at Moxy Grab + Go, as well as the lively ambience of Moxy Bar & Restaurant, which extends outdoors and overlooks the Bangkok skyline.
Visit marriott.com.
