Available at both the Phuket and Hua Hin properties from Thursday (June 1), the programme offers customised treatments and guidance for the addicted and the stressed.

Founded by renowned holistic psychotherapist Dirk Stikker and managed by a team of highly experienced therapists, doctors and nutritionists, this innovative programme focuses on just one individual, one couple or one family at a time to ensure completely personalised therapies.

There are two programmes from which to choose, each of them designed for clients seeking to improve wellbeing and to combat addictions. Each tailor-made recovery schedule combines intensive therapy and counselling sessions with an array of rejuvenating spa treatments and other complementary activities, all set within secluded tropical surrounds.

“We selected Aleenta Resorts to host Mastermind2.0 in Thailand because we felt a real synergy with the two beach locations, especially with the brand’s innovative wellness philosophy and personalised service to each individual guest. The relaxing, private atmosphere at Aleenta Hua Hin and Aleenta Phuket makes both resorts ideal for participants looking to focus on regaining their physical and emotional balance,” Stikker says.

Through a life-changing experience that helps soothe and heal the mind, body and soul, participants are armed with the tools they need to live life to the full after completing this fascinating holistic healing journey. They are also provided with a personal road map to follow that makes the most of the programme’s comprehensive after care services.

“Aleenta has always provided guests with stays and experiences that nourish and inspire them. At Aleenta Phuket, our Ayurah Spa & Wellness Centre offers relaxing, indulgent treatments but also takes a more medical, results-oriented approach to wellness. In Hua Hin we combine home-grown herbs with holistic treatments to offer more of an essential Asian spa experience,” says Anchalika Kijkanakorn, managing director and founder of Akaryn Hotel Group.

Book online at rsvnmgr@ahmshotels.com or call (02)154 8112.

“We are delighted that the Aloft brand has arrived in Australia. Our aim is to deliver a gathering place for tech-savvy Next Gen travellers and locals, individuals who value self-expression, style and connectivity,” says Mike Fulkerson, vice president, brand and marketing Asia Pacific.

“Perth, the capital of Western Australia, is a dynamic, growing city, and an important gateway to and from Asia, the Middle East and Europe. The city has an internationally focused export and tourism economy, so we look forward to welcoming business people and travellers from all over the world.”

Aloft Perth exudes a sassy modern style that is reflected in its free-flowing open areas that are imbued with bold, local influences. The hotel’s personality is communicated through a vibrant collection of artwork by well-known Australian artists and an eclectic, modern decor in both its guestrooms and communal spaces.

It offers 224 guestrooms with ultra-comfortable beds, custom amenities by Bliss Spa, fast and free Wi-Fi and 55-inch televisions linked to a Plug and Play connectivity panel. The lively social spaces encourage interactivity amongst guests while the WXYZ bar, with live music ranging from acoustic sets by local artists to DJ mixes, showcases speciality craft cocktails, an extensive wine and beer list and light bites.

The Re:mix (sm) lounge is always abuzz with energy as guests and locals meet, mix and mingle or take a dip in the Splash pool. For those on the go, Re:fuel by Aloft, Aloft’s signature 24/7 grab and go market, provides light meals, mix-and-match munchies, healthy bites, beverages and more.

The signature restaurant Springs Kitchen offers contemporary homemade specialities made with local, fresh produce. It even boasts a pet-friendly terrace, with water bowls and special treats for furry friends, encouraging neighborhood residents and travellers with pets to drop by for a coffee, snack or meal – day or night – accompanied by their four-legged friends.

Business travellers can host innovative meetings in the Tactic meeting rooms, which are suitable for small-scale meetings and large-scale conferences with the capacity for 300 people.

Outside the hotel, the modern city of Perth awaits exploration. Nearby highlights include the Perth Central Business District and Northbridge nightlife and entertainment districts. For a history lesson, head to Fremantle, a maze of streets lined with 19th century Victorian-era architecture that has been adapted into charming cafes and boutiques stocked with local goods. Day trips by boat take visitors to Rottnest Island, home of the unique marsupial, Quokka, or by car to the nearby and very popular Swan Valley vineyards.

Find out more details at http://www.AloftPerth.com.

            Surface Pro is not only a powerhouse laptop, but also a mobile creative studio with a vibrant 12.3-inch PixelSense touch display that supports the new Surface Pen, and Surface Dial both on- and off-screen.

Twice as accurate as the previous version and enhanced by PixelSense Accelerator custom silicon, the new Surface Pen and new Surface Pro together set the standard for faster, more fluid writing and drawing, and now Surface Pen supports tilt for more natural shading too. Inking in applications across Windows 10 and Microsoft Office 365, including the new Microsoft Whiteboard app, will unlock ways for people to use digital ink to be more creative and productive.

A full-size glass trackpad with five-finger multi-touch capabilities allows for ultimate precision, and the entire keyboard is wrapped in soft yet durable Alcantara material, creating a comfortable palm rest and aesthetic.

Starting at US$799 (Bt27,200), the new Surface Pro allows people to customise their experiences with an array of colourful options for the new Surface Pro Signature Type Cover, the new Surface Pen and the Microsoft Surface Arc Mouse. Each comes in rich tone-on-tone Platinum, Burgundy and Cobalt Blue.

The new Surface Pro will launch on June 15 in 25 markets including Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, China, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Ireland, Italy, Korea, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, the United Kingdom and the United States. The Thailand launch is expected to be announced soon.

They are also keen to learn about the latest innovations and technologies in renewable energy and how they can utilise energy with the best efficiency. With this in mind, they will no doubt be turning out en masse for the “ASEAN Sustainable Energy Week 2017”, which brings together technologies and equipment in the fields of renewable energy, the environment, and energy efficiency under one roof.

The event, which is being organised UBM Asia (Thailand) in collaboration with the public and private sectors, runs from June 7 to 10 at BITEC, Bangna and will showcase the latest and most comprehensive technologies and equipment in the renewable energy, environment and energy efficiency areas. Related showcases including Renewable Energy Asia, Energy Efficiency Expo, and Entech Pollutec Asia will run in parallel.

This year’s event includes international seminars on four key topics: “Renewable Energy Asia 2017: Moving Towards ASEAN’s Smart Cities”, “EPPO ASEAN Energy Forum”, “Electric Vehicle Technology Conference: Innovation for Sustainable Mobility” and an academic seminar on “Environment, Safety, Move Forward to Industry 4.0”. More than 100 international conferences, seminars and presentations from leading companies, world-class speakers, scholars and researchers from various countries around the world, especially from Asean, will also be part of the event, which will feature 12 international pavilions from the USA, Germany, the Netherlands, China, Taiwan, Korea, and Malaysia.

Find out more at http://www.asew-expo.com.

Paul Dano wore a Gucci Pre-Fall 2017 navy and green plaid two-button notch lapel Monaco suit with a white dress shirt and brown leather lace-ups to the “Okja” photocall and while Naomie Harris looked cool in a Gucci multicolour silk chiffon plisse gown featuring a fitted bodice and full skirt to the “Ismael’s Ghosts” screening and Opening Gala.

Charlotte Casiraghi dressed up in a black-and-nude silk Gucci tulle gown with multi-coloured floral embroidery and matched it with black leather high heel shoes and a black leather clutch with brass cat closure. Chris Lee donned a Prefall 2017-2018 dark blue-green madras wool single breasted peak lapel jacket with a pearl embroidered tiger head and sequin ribbon patches on the back, a light blue and lilac printed blouse, black velvet skirt with embroidered jewelled bows and floral patches and green boots with dragoon embroidery and crystal bows.

Alessandro Borghi dressed in a midnight blue evening wool mohair signoria tuxedo, evening white shirt, blue silk bow tie and black patent leather lace ups on the “Fortunata” red carpet.

Juliette Binoche wore Gucci Pre Fall 2017-18 a rose-and-white silk, crepe and wool long-sleeved gown with a black belt and a crystal-embroidered UFO patch on the front and sequin geometric embroideries on the cuffs to the Kering Dinner.

Salma Hayek Pinault wore a Gucci Fall/Winter 2018 black silk jersey dress with plisse skirt with an almond flower white collar bow and cuffs with pearl and crystal details to the Kering Talks Women in Motion event and Monica Bellucci was attired in a black short-sleeved tulle dress with moths, butterflies and insects embroideries, rainbow sequin stripes details on the sleeves and on the underskirt with black velvet matelasse broadway clutch for the 70th Anniversary Dinner.

“We are delighted that FamilyMart has joined us in this new venture, which we believe will bring a new level of convenience to the residents of Bangkok”, says Lian Wah Seng, GoBike’s chef executive.

“We are gearing up to jump on the online shopping bandwagon as we believe it will be the lifestyle of the future.

According to eMarketer’s recent report, in Thailand alone, e-commerce sales are forecasted by KPMG International to reach US$2.9 billion (Bt103 billion) this year, reflecting the third fastest growing e-commerce country in Southeast Asia following Indonesia and Singapore.

Initially, the “Go Mart” offering will cover the Sathorn, Silom and Surawong areas, and eventually expand across the city by the end of 2017.

“This partnership further underlines our parent company, Central Group’s commitment in combining innovation and technology to offer our customers easier access, prompt delivery and overall greater convenience with unique products and services to meet and exceed expectation of customers in all neighbourhoods

“Our customers will be able to purchase groceries, beverages and food items from FamilyMart stores in the Silom, Surawong and Sathorn areas so busy consumers can have ready-to-eat meals, fresh fruits, snacks or the ingredients they need to cook a meal delivered to their doorstep, whether at the offices or at homes between 10am and 6pm daily,” says Chiranun Poopat, president of Central FamilyMart

During the launch period until July 31, GoBike is offering a Bt50 fare discount per trip, while FamilyMart will give a Bt10 discount on a total sales slip of Bt100 and over. A maximum of Bt500 sales slip can be made per purchase/delivery, excluding alcoholic beverages and cigarettes.

GoBike Company is a technology company that provides transportation solutions through the patented GoBike App, which is freely available in Google play and App Store. Its partnership with the Motorcycle Taxi Association allows GoBike access to the largest pool of legalised motorcycle taxi bikers. Besides ride-hailing services, GoBike also offer parcel delivery and shopping services.

It comes with six Make-up functions to brighten and smooth your face in selfie shots. It uses a fixed lens of 21mm equivalent in 35mm photography with f/2.8 aperture. It captures selfies at 11.1 megapixel resolution and it comes with 3.5inch LCD display. It has built-in Wi-Fi function. It retails for Bt32,990.

Snap a gorgeous portrait

The nubia M2 is a stylish smartphone that features dual 13 MP cameras for taking beautiful portraits with professionally blurred background or a bokeh effect. One of the cameras records monochrome and the other RGB for composing beautiful shots. It is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon MSM8953 octa-core processor running at 2.0 GHz. It has 4GB RAM and 64 GB storage and comes with 5.5-inch 1920×1080 pixel AMOLED display. It retails for Bt12,990.

Go ahead and label it

Brother P-Touch Cube is a portable Bluetooth label printer that can print labels from an iOS or Android smartphone on the go, using Brother P-Touch Design & Print app. It weighs just 380 grams and can print at 20 mm per second at a resolution of 180 dpi. It can print labels for attaching to tools, tree pots, kitchen utensils and others. It retails for Bt1,990.

A gift for your smartphone

Sony XAV-AX100 is an AV centre that connects with your Apple or Android smartphone or tablet for effortless voice control while you are driving. It has built-in 4×55 watts amplification to deliver clear sound and powerful bass music. It comes with a large 6.4-inch touch display for easy operation. It has several functions to boost sound quality, including Dynamic Reality Amp and Extra BASS. It has a starting price of Bt9,990.

That classic look

Canon EOS M6 is a vintage-style interchangeable lens mirrorless camera with 24.2 -megapixel APS-C Dual Pixel CMOS sensor. It is capable of shooting Full HD 50p/60p video. It supports high sensitivity of ISO 25600 and it has 3-inch LCD monitor. It has both Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connections. With a 18-150mm lens, EOS M6 retails for Bt43,990.

While the country has moved on from the overwhelming grief following the death last October of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej, the late monarch and the benefits he provided to all his subjects are still being remembered and honoured nationwide.

The Tourism Authority of Thailand is among the organisations constantly paying tribute and is now inviting tourists, both local and foreign, to remember the monarch’s illustrious life with a trip to Prachuap Khiri Khan dubbed “Follow the Royal Path at the City of Three Bays, the Gateway to the South”.

We start our visit to the three bays at the Sirinart Rajini Ecosystem Learning Centre. Some 30 kilometres south of Hua Hin where the Pranburi River flows into the Gulf of Thailand, it is the largest mangrove forest in Thailand. An ongoing flood prevention and sewage treatment project makes it easy for us to walk along a footbridge through the heart of a beautifully preserved natural mangrove forest that’s home to various species of crabs. We also climb the 97 steps up to the three-storey Chakhram Lookout Tower from where we gaze out over the panorama of the reforested area.

We stop off at Tha Tabun Pavilion, which marks the spot where the late King and Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn planted mangrove trees at a reforestation ceremony held on November 16, 2002. The late monarch returned to the centre two years before his death to see the development of the forest project and a new exhibition zone displaying native fishing tools and information about shrimp farms developed on deteriorated forest land. The learning centre has been successful in promoting public awareness of natural conservation for the community’s common interest.

Our next stop is Phra Mahathat Chedi Phakdi Prakat on top of Khao Thong Chai at the northern end of Ban Krut beach. A stunning nine-peak pagoda built for King Rama IX in celebration of his golden jubilee, the chedi boasts colourful stained glass windows. We climb to the top and admire the magnificent view over Ban Krut beach before turning back to pay our respects to the large golden Buddha statue called Phra Phut Kitti Sirichai, which measures an impressive 12 metres in width and rises 10 metres into the air.

The remarkable architecture of Wat Ao Noi also comes as a surprise. Built in 2003 entirely of golden teakwood, it is decorated with paintings and intricate carvings. Facing Ao Noi bay is Tham Phra Non Cave, home to two grand reclining Buddha images.

We end our first day at this gateway to the south by taking in the coastline and seascape from the top of Khao Chong Krachok, a tiring climb up 395 steps that’s enlivened by several stump-tailed macaques playing along the pathway. The King came here June 12, 1958 to attend the containing ceremony of the relics of the Buddha and the Buddha’s footprint and oversaw the planting of a Bodhi tree.

Climbing is back on the following day’s agenda and there are more than a few winces as we make our way up 496 steps to the top of Khao Lom Muak inside the Airforce base of Prachuap Khiri Khan, better known as Wing 5. The agony doesn’t end there though, and soon we are scrambling up rocks to reach the summit.

“Khao Lom Muak first opened to the public two years ago but was closed following a series of accidents involving visitors falling, slipping and tripping, especially at night. It is now open on holidays and members of the public are invited to conquer the summit. More than 14,000 have tried their luck and this Labour Day holiday we welcomed 1,532 adventurers,” an officer from Wing 5 explains.

“For safety, we issue queue cards that allow 50 visitors to go up every 20 minutes. We have personnel stationed at the summit to take care of the visitors and a small staff of military doctors. A replica of the Buddha’s footprint was built on the summit in 1989 at the order of the then commander. The original plan was to install a Buddha image to mark the late Monarch’s birthday but when the five stones making up the foundation were connected, it looked like a Buddha footprint. In fact, the Fine Arts Department is of the opinion that the foundation was laid in the reign of King Rama IV.”

While the climb is challenging, the view of the three bays of Ao Noi, Ao Prachuap and Ao Manao that awaits at the summit more than compensates for our tired legs.

A popular tourist destination today, Ao Manao was once a theatre of war.

“During World War II, Japanese warships came into the bay and landed some 3,000 to 4,000 Japanese troops at Ao Manao at 4am on December 8, 1941. We had only 120 airmen on site and the Japanese troops quickly occupied City Hall and the post office at Ao Prachuap. Pilot Officer Srisak Sujarittham, together with other airmen, had gone fishing in order to prepare food for a farewell party for our soldiers, and saw the warships off Ao Manao. He contacted Wing Commander ML Prawat Chumsai of Wing 5 who immediately gave orders to resist. In the battle that ensued, we lost 38 airmen, two families, one policeman and a 13-year-old boy who was studying at Prachuap Wittayalai School. More than 400 Japanese troops were found dead on the beach. The site is today marked by three museums,” the officer explains.

Later that day, we pay our respects to the fallen at the museums. The first museum offers an eight-minute light and sound show that takes us back to the past. The second is a former 10-room military home that’s been converted into a museum featuring five rooms. They include one dedicated to the “Incidents of War” and another named “The Dignity of the Brave”. The third museum reveals a conversation between an old man and a young boy about the events of that time.

A sandstone memorial depicts Thai soldiers fighting against the Japanese amphibious landing and, at the back, the signing of an armistice.

The Nano shiso revitalising face mask (Bt1,090) is made from grapefruit extract to enhance skin luminosity naturally, mulberry root extracts to fade dark spots, ougon extract to moisturise., trehalose extract to maintain moisture, and nano shiso extract to moisturise the skin and reduce inflammation and irritation.

Nano shiso age inversion face cream (Bt1,500) reduce wrinkles caused by ageing and moisturises thanks to a light cream texture that can be rapidly absorbed and leaves no excess oil. It’s also rich in nutrients from natural extracts including nano shiso, hydrolysed rice protein, soy protein, and black tea extract, which activate collagen production and restore the skin’s flexibility.

Celebrities Praedao Panichsamai, Matunart Sosothikul and Karatphet Issara turned out for the launch, which also brought in yoga instructor Navasu “Kru Heart” Buakant to demonstrate yoga positions that boost blood circulation and promote detoxification.

Navasu talked about the benefits of yoga for beautiful skin. “The deep breaths yoga practitioners use allows oxygen to flow to the body better. Each pose promotes body’s flexibility and allows blood and oxygen circulation throughout the body, ensuring better health condition and radiant skin. Easy poses that can be done at home include the chair pose and the “cat and cow” pose. But I would recommend that you learn yoga from a professional and find out which poses are best for you.”

Silpakorn University International College is the latest to do so and from the 2017 academic year will offer six new programmes including a BBA Luxury Brand Manager course, which is being organised in collaboration with the Paris School of Business in France.

“We are collaborating with universities in England and France on six new programmes that will help the Thai business sector and are in line with the Thai 4.0 policy. At the core of Silpakorn University International College’s curriculum are double degree programmes, meaning that students will graduate with one degree from Silpakorn and another from the stakeholder university. Our partners include Vatel France, the Paris School of Business France, and Birmingham City University in England,” says Asst Prof Sompit Kattiyapikul, the international college’s director.

This BBA Luxury Brand Manager programme covers all management aspects thus qualifying graduates to work for the luxury product industry in any country.

Silpakorn is the only university offering a degree programme in this subject though some other institutes are providing short courses in this and related topics.

All six programmes are available from the first semester of 2017. Applications can be submitted by mail until July 12 or in person before July 14. The international college is at the Taling Chan.

For more information, visit http://www.Suic.org/