Fah Thai Magazine Jul-Aug 2018

OVERTURES
NEWS AND EVENTS
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HONG KONG
FAMILY FRIENDLY
The International Arts Carnival 2018 will
once again deliver a fun-filled arts programme
designed to inspire children and entertain
audiences from all walks of life. One of
the largest family arts festivals in Hong
Kong, this year’s carnival will include an
array of shows and performances including
ballet, electroluminescent and multi-media
traditional Chinese puppetry, as well as
interactive concerts.
Considered one of the highlights of the
summer season, this year’s International
Arts Carnival will see a number of visiting
international art groups and talented local
artists perform during the one-month long
festival. But it won’t just be performance
art on show as this year’s programme
will also include extension activities such
as workshops, exhibition and outreach
programmes. Various venues across Hong Kong,
hkiac.gov.hk/2018
AUG 2018
BANGKOK
TASTES OF THE WORLD
The Central Group has declared that August
will be a month ‘full of tastes.’ Beginning with
“Tastes of the World at Central Bangkok”, the
event marks one of the largest food festivals
ever held in the country, showcasing the true
flavours of local Thai and international dishes.
Aiming for full deliciousness, the event shines
the spotlight on charming Thai towns with a
rich culinary past to be held at CentralWorld.
The many appealing and original recipes from
every region of Thailand will be served in the
heart of Bangkok — at CentralWorld, Central
Chidlom and Central Embassy.
Central Tastes of the World @ Central
Bangkok will be the event that brings out
Thailand’s unmatched potential for food
and dining. While maintaining a strong
culinary identity in Thai food at international
standards, also reinforced will be Thailand’s
place as one of the world’s best food
destinations. List it or miss it! facebook.com/
centralbangkok, instagram.com/centralbangkok
2018
12AUG
DANANG
RACE-CATION IN DANANG
Love the thought of running while on vacation?
Indulge in this possibility with the Manulife
Danang International Marathon that takes place
in mid August in this coastal city in Vietnam.
The race offers 4 different distance
runs; a Full Marathon (42km), Half Marathon
(21km), 10km and the beginner-friendly
distance of 5km. The marathon is known
for its spectacular seaside route. The race
starts at 4.30am when the city still sleeps,
so all runners can experience Danang in an
extremely unique way. Those attending the
21km and 42km will run through the city
and pass by 5 of the most iconic bridges of
the city. As runners approach the finish line,
expect to be bathed in a warming sunrise over
the beach in this atmospheric event.
Your quest for endurance will be fulfilled
by one of the most magnificent marathon
courses in Southeast Asia, plus there’s plenty
of fun activities, delicious seafood and a
unique culture to round out an awesome
vacation. Register now until 27 July to be part of
this race-cation at rundanang.com.
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