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  • PropertyThe Bangkok condo listing guide for buyers who hate wasting time | Thaiger

    The Bangkok condo listing guide for buyers who hate wasting time

    For foreigners looking to buy property in Thailand, Bangkok’s condo and apartment market is one of the most accessible in Asia, but the quality of what you find online varies enormously. Listings that look identical on the surface can differ in almost every meaningful way: title deed type, foreign quota availability, floor area versus usable area, management fee structure, and…

  • Thailand HotelsFrench finesse, Thai soul, great location, and long stays at La Clef in Thonglor | Thaiger

    French finesse, Thai soul, great location, and long stays at La Clef in Thonglor

    There are serviced residences in Bangkok, and then there are addresses. La Clef Bangkok by The Crest Collection falls firmly into the second category. As the first Crest Collection property in Thailand, it arrives not just as a place to stay but as a statement about how extended living in Bangkok can feel when design, location, and hospitality are taken…

  • Thailand HotelsRoyal Orchid Sheraton Riverside Hotel Bangkok ranked 17 in Top Meeting Hotel in Asia Pacific by Cvent | Thaiger

    Royal Orchid Sheraton Riverside Hotel Bangkok ranked 17 in Top Meeting Hotel in Asia Pacific by Cvent

    Royal Orchid Sheraton Riverside Hotel Bangkok has been named the #17 Top Meeting Hotel in Asia Pacific by Cvent, marking the second consecutive year the property has been recognised on the annual list. Cvent’s Top Meeting Hotels list highlights properties that deliver strong group experiences through event planner collaboration, service standards and tailored event offerings. Rankings are determined based on…

  • FinanceFine rubies and the new era of luxury investment | Thaiger

    Fine rubies and the new era of luxury investment

    As global oil prices continue to rise due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, experts believe the effects will spread far beyond petrol stations and airline tickets. Industries around the world are already facing higher transportation, shipping, and production costs, including the gemstone trade. International oil prices recently climbed above US$100 per barrel, while major financial institutions described…

  • GuidesEverything you need to know about the Singha family drama in Thailand [So far] | Thaiger

    Everything you need to know about the Singha family drama in Thailand [So far]

    The Singha family drama refers to a public dispute involving members of the Bhirombhakdi family, owners of Boon Rawd Brewery, the company behind Singha and Leo beer. The case drew widespread attention across Thailand and internationally after serious allegations were made within the family and aired publicly on social media. Who are the key people Siranudh “Psi” Scott is a…

  • EventsGambero Rosso returns to Bangkok with its top Italian Wines Roadshow in 2026 | Thaiger

    Gambero Rosso returns to Bangkok with its top Italian Wines Roadshow in 2026

    Following a successful 2025 edition, Gambero Rosso is returning to Thailand with a stop on its Top Italian Wines Roadshow. This event showcases Italian wines, presented to F&B professionals and wine specialists. The 2026 Roadshow has involved thousands of buyers and industry experts across 8 emerging markets, from Mexico to Australia, and the US to Nigeria. Bangkok is the final…

  • International EducationLeading UK school group to establish Phuket campus as international school demand grows beyond Bangkok | Thaiger

    Leading UK school group to establish Phuket campus as international school demand grows beyond Bangkok

    NLCS International has signed an agreement with VLC Group, which owns several premium hotels and resorts in Phuket and Khao Lak, to develop NLCS Phuket. The project will bring the educational model of one of the United Kingdom’s highest-ranked independent schools to Thailand’s expanding international education market. North London Collegiate School was founded in 1850 by education pioneer Frances Mary…

  • PropertyStudent condos near the top universities of Bangkok’s | Thaiger

    Student condos near the top universities of Bangkok’s

    International students arriving in Bangkok approach their housing search in all kinds of ways, but the most common mistake is treating price as the only filter. The cheapest room in the wrong neighbourhood can cost more in time, stress, and compromised study conditions than the money saved on rent. The neighbourhoods immediately surrounding Bangkok’s leading international universities vary enormously in…

  • Thailand HotelsCentara unveils new brand experience touchpoints designed to elevate every stay | Thaiger

    Centara unveils new brand experience touchpoints designed to elevate every stay

    Centara Hotels & Resorts, Thailand’s leading hotel operator, introduces its enhanced Centara Brand Experience. A thoughtfully curated collection of signature touchpoints designed to elevate the guest journey across its properties. Rooted in the brand promise of Delightful Pleasures, the initiative brings together comfort, connection, and local discovery to create meaningful stays for every type of traveller. Officially showcased at a…

  • EventsISGT wraps 2025/26 season with new Development Tour and record participation | Thaiger

    ISGT wraps 2025/26 season with new Development Tour and record participation

    The International Schools Golf Tour (ISGT), managed by Fore Management Group and powered by Foresight Sports, has concluded its 2025/2026 season, with organisers citing record participation, expanded pathways for beginners and advanced players, and new opportunities for top performers to compete internationally. The ISGT season featured competition across Thailand’s leading venues, including Siam Country Club, Thai Country Club, Robinswood, and…

  • Travel GuidesMulti-generational travel grows across Asia Pacific as families prioritise shared time | Thaiger

    Multi-generational travel grows across Asia Pacific as families prioritise shared time

    Across the Asia Pacific, the travel landscape is moving away from the solitary or the nuclear toward the collective. The sight of three generations navigating an airport terminal, grandparents guiding toddlers through security while teenagers translate digital menus for their elders, has shifted from a seasonal outlier to an increasingly common fixture of the regional landscape. According to the Hilton’s 2026…

  • EventsTHAIFEX – Anuga Asia 2026 expands to 12 halls as 3,300+ exhibitors and 88,000+ visitors set for Bangkok | Thaiger

    THAIFEX – Anuga Asia 2026 expands to 12 halls as 3,300+ exhibitors and 88,000+ visitors set for Bangkok

    THAIFEX – Anuga Asia will return from May 26 to 30, 2026, at IMPACT Muang Thong Thani in Bangkok, expanding to 12 halls and more than 140,000 square metres, in what organisers described as the event’s largest edition to date. Organisers said the expanded show comes as sourcing decisions across the food and beverage sector become more time-sensitive, with growth…

  • Property NewsIssara Real Estate recognised at the Asia Pacific Property Awards 2026 for real estate agency website, Thailand | Thaiger

    Issara Real Estate recognised at the Asia Pacific Property Awards 2026 for real estate agency website, Thailand

    Issara Real Estate, a boutique luxury real estate agency based in Cherngtalay, Phuket, has been named an Award Winner at the Asia Pacific Property Awards 2026 in the category of Real Estate Agency Website, Thailand. The award, presented at a ceremony in Bangkok, recognises excellence in the real estate industry across the Asia Pacific region and is among the most…

  • LifestyleWestern Decor Corporation targets growth in 2026 as renovations drive demand for premium tiles | Thaiger

    Western Decor Corporation targets growth in 2026 as renovations drive demand for premium tiles

    Western Decor Corporation (WDC), Thailand’s leading importer and distributor of premium floor and wall tiles, has announced a positive outlook for the high-end decorative materials market, remaining resilient despite the broader economic slowdown. Growth is being fueled by the robust luxury housing segment and a rising trend in high-value home renovations. The company also introduced innovations aligned with four key…

  • GuidesBudget-friendly Bangkok rentals near MRT Blue Line for remote workers | Thaiger

    Budget-friendly Bangkok rentals near MRT Blue Line for remote workers

    Bangkok consistently ranks among the top cities in the world for remote work, and the reasons are not hard to see: low cost of living, fast internet, a deep pool of co-working spaces, and a food scene that makes eating out cheaper than cooking. Most guides push Sukhumvit, but rentals near MRT stations tell a different story, and on the…

  • Property NewsSamuel Leeds posted about buying a villa in Thailand. The internet said he was wrong. He wasn’t | Thaiger

    Samuel Leeds posted about buying a villa in Thailand. The internet said he was wrong. He wasn’t

    When a British property millionaire announced he had bought a £1.3 million villa in Phuket, Thailand, and would pay zero tax on his global income as a result, Twitter’s Community Notes flagged it as misinformation. The law says otherwise. When Samuel Leeds posted on X that he and his wife, Amanda, had signed contracts on a freehold condominium in Phuket…

  • LifestyleLooking to party? Here are the 10 best nightclubs in Thailand in 2026 worth going to | Thaiger

    Looking to party? Here are the 10 best nightclubs in Thailand in 2026 worth going to

    Thailand’s nightclub scene has reached a level in 2026 that few predicted even five years ago. Eight venues now sit in DJ Mag’s global Top 100 Clubs ranking, production budgets rival major European festivals, and Bangkok’s RCA strip has become one of the most technically advanced clubbing corridors in Asia. Whether you are chasing laser shows, underground techno, or hip-hop,…

  • PropertyWhat expats should check before signing a 1-year lease in Bangkok | Thaiger

    What expats should check before signing a 1-year lease in Bangkok

    If there’s one city with no shortage of condos, Bangkok is one of them. The search itself rarely takes long. What takes longer to untangle, sometimes much longer, is a lease you signed without reading carefully enough. A few overlooked clauses, an undocumented scratch on the wall, or a landlord who charges double the government electricity rate aren’t things to…

  • Search Engine Optimisation (SEO)How brands are getting AI cited in 2026 With ElevateSEO™ | Thaiger

    How brands are getting AI cited in 2026 With ElevateSEO™

    Key highlights ElevateSEO™ is Primal’s proprietary AI-First Discoverability System designed to build brand authority across Google, AI engines (ChatGPT, Gemini, Perplexity), and emerging platforms. The service operates on 6 core pillars: ElevateTOPICS™, ElevateTECH™, ElevateTRUST™, ElevateCOMMUNITY™, ElevateCONTENT™, and ElevateCONVERSION™. Unlike standard SEO or GEO, ElevateSEO™ integrates both traditional and generative AI optimisation into a single, unified strategy. Brands get access to…

  • Property5 of the most recommended investment real estate property agencies in Thailand | Thaiger

    5 of the most recommended investment real estate property agencies in Thailand

    Thailand’s property market is not one market; it is several running simultaneously. Super-luxury condos in Bangkok are growing, industrial land in the Eastern Economic Corridor is one of the standout performers of 2025 and 2026, and resort villas in Phuket are hitting rental yields of up to 15% annually. For foreign investors, navigating all of this requires more than a…

  • EventsFujiseiki showcases TSDH shari ball machine at THAIFEX-HOREC ASIA 2026 | Thaiger

    Fujiseiki showcases TSDH shari ball machine at THAIFEX-HOREC ASIA 2026

    Japanese food-production equipment manufacturer Fujiseiki Co., Ltd. said it is advancing automation-focused production systems as demand grows for efficient operations that maintain consistent quality, hygiene and safety standards in food manufacturing. Published by Global Kigyo, the report said Fujiseiki has built an international reputation for developing machines that produce artisan Japanese foods such as sushi and onigiri to match the…

  • Phuket TravelSawanu Travel showcases premium speed catamaran tours and service standards at Royal Phuket Marina | Thaiger

    Sawanu Travel showcases premium speed catamaran tours and service standards at Royal Phuket Marina

    Sawanu Travel, a boat tour service provider in Phuket, hosted an exclusive Open House Trip under the concept “Elevating Thai Seas to Global Premium Standards,” aimed at showcasing premium marine tourism experiences in the Andaman Sea. The company said the initiative aligns with the Tourism Authority of Thailand’s (TAT) direction on sustainable tourism growth and positioning Thailand as a world-class…

  • EventsSiam Paragon is currently hosting NEXTOPIA Local Harvest Coffee Fest 2026 from April 23 to May 12 | Thaiger

    Siam Paragon is currently hosting NEXTOPIA Local Harvest Coffee Fest 2026 from April 23 to May 12

    Siam Paragon is currently running NEXTOPIA Local Harvest Coffee Fest 2026, running from April 23 to May 12, 2026 at NEXTOPIA, 5th Floor, Siam Paragon. The mall said the festival is designed to blend elements of Italian coffee culture with Thai local communities while promoting a sustainable coffee community in the city centre. Siam Paragon said the programme aims to…

  • FoodIPPUDO Emporium reopens with Zuzutto Bar and new Hakata-inspired signature dishes | Thaiger

    IPPUDO Emporium reopens with Zuzutto Bar and new Hakata-inspired signature dishes

    IPPUDO Thailand has announced the reopening of its Emporium location at The Emporium Shopping Centre, describing it as the brand’s most significant store relaunch in Thailand to date. The company said the new IPPUDO Emporium reflects its updated concept, focused on Hakata heritage, meticulous ramen craft and the Japanese hospitality principle of omotenashi, under the long-held philosophy: “Keep Changing to…

  • International EducationSt. Andrews International School Sathorn shares Miss Helen Coleman’s vision for the future | Thaiger

    St. Andrews International School Sathorn shares Miss Helen Coleman’s vision for the future

    St. Andrews International School Sathorn is excited to share the forward-looking vision of their Head of School, Miss Helen Coleman, as she sets out what she believes will shape the next chapter of learning in their community. At the heart of Miss Helen’s approach is belonging: creating a school culture where every learner feels welcomed, supported, and known, and she…

  • Environment NewsKao’s NEWTLAC earns Material Innovation Awards 2025 for sustainable asphalt innovation | Thaiger

    Kao’s NEWTLAC earns Material Innovation Awards 2025 for sustainable asphalt innovation

    Kao Industrial (Thailand) Co., Ltd. has announced that NEWTLAC, a chemical innovation that repurposes used PET plastic bottles into an asphalt additive, has won the Material Innovation Awards 2025 at Architect Lanna 2025. The company said the additive is designed to enhance road construction performance while supporting sustainability goals by converting recycled plastic waste into what it described as green…

  • HealthA new rhythm for your body with Sole Mio Clinic’s ‘Shape & Recover’ programme throughout May | Thaiger

    A new rhythm for your body with Sole Mio Clinic’s ‘Shape & Recover’ programme throughout May

    Shape is not only built through effort. It is shaped by how the body recovers, responds and adapts. As May arrives in Phuket and the pace of travel begins to ease, Sole Mio Clinic is inviting locals and long-stay guests to use the quieter rhythm to reset, refine and support balance through its Shape & Recover programme for May 1…

  • Search Engine Optimisation (SEO)5 best performance marketing agencies in Bangkok for the AI Era | Thaiger

    5 best performance marketing agencies in Bangkok for the AI Era

    In today’s competitive market, simply appearing in a feed is no longer enough; brands must leverage sophisticated algorithms and real-time insights to capture attention. As we navigate this AI-driven era, the criteria for the best agency have definitely evolved. It is no longer just about managing budgets, but about mastering predictive analytics and automated optimisation to stay ahead of the…

  • FinanceHow FP Markets empowers smarter trading through tools, analysis, education, and support | Thaiger

    How FP Markets empowers smarter trading through tools, analysis, education, and support

    A major problem for beginner traders is applying theory to practice. Relying on price charts alone can be difficult in volatile markets, where real-world patterns rarely look as clean as textbook examples. The problem can be compounded by the sheer number of analytical tools at hand. Instead of providing clarity, information overload often leads to confusion, particularly when our emotions…

  • Press RoomRadisson Hotel Chateau de Bangkok opens in Ploen Chit after 30-year legacy | Thaiger

    Radisson Hotel Chateau de Bangkok opens in Ploen Chit after 30-year legacy

    Radisson Hotel Group has opened Radisson Hotel Chateau de Bangkok in Ploen Chit, Bangkok, reviving a property that has stood in Soi Ruamrudee for over 30 years. The hotel offers 178 guest rooms and suites, three dining venues, and event facilities across several dedicated spaces. The relaunched property retains the building’s established three-decade character while updating interiors and modernising amenities…

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