- Health
BDMS Wellness Clinic backs push to turn Thailand into global wellness powerhouse
Thailand has unveiled a major public-private initiative to position itself as a global hub for health and wellness tourism. The newly launched programme, Wellness Hub Thailand, The Land of Life: The Journey Within, was announced by Chuwit Sirivajjakul, Deputy Governor for Policy and Planning at the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), alongside Dr Tanupol Virunhagarun, CEO of BDMS Wellness Clinic…
- Food
Baia Bangkok brings Italian dining and nightlife together on Sukhumvit Soi 11
Baia, a new Italian restaurant and dining club, opened in October 2025 in the heart of Bangkok’s vibrant Sukhumvit Soi 11, introducing a concept where refined Italian cuisine seamlessly transforms into an energetic nightlife experience. The 130-seat venue, featuring both indoor dining and terrace seating, offers guests an elevated culinary journey that evolves as the evening progresses. What begins as…
- Food
Celebrate Valentine’s 2026 with Thai herbs, spices four regions of love at Blue Elephant restaurants
This Valentine’s Day, February 14, Saturday, Blue Elephant invites lovers to embark on an extraordinary culinary journey inspired by the ancient Thai belief that herbs and spices nourish not only the body, but also the heart and spirit. Blue Elephant’s exclusive Valentine’s Menu, especially curated by Master Chef Nooror Somany Steppe, Founder & Executive Chef of the Blue Elephant Group,…
- Visa Information
The case for structure: Why some trainees still choose the Education Visa over the DTV
Disclosure: Muay Thai Visa Thailand (MTVT) operates through Sor.Dechapant Muay Thai School in Bangkok. They earn revenue from training enrollment and visa documentation services. This piece reflects their operational experience working with Muay Thai DTV visa, Muay Thai Education (ED) visa, and Digital Nomad Visa Thailand applicants. Ministry of Education License: สช.กร. 00025/2568. Everyone wants to talk about the Destination…
- Health
A practical way to think about healthcare when living in Thailand
Living in Thailand means co-existing with a healthcare system that’s brilliant in some ways and frustrating in others. Oftentimes, private hospitals feel like five-star hotels, with doctors trained internationally, and the costs seem reasonable compared to Western countries, until you’re actually sitting in that consultation room without insurance, watching the bill climb. Here’s the thing most people don’t tell you…
- Health
Why high-functioning professionals are seeking private recovery instead of group rehab
A growing number of high-functioning professionals, executives, entrepreneurs, and senior leaders are choosing private, one-on-one recovery programs over traditional group rehabilitation facilities. As workplace burnout reaches epidemic levels and the stigma around mental health challenges persists in corporate environments, many are discovering that confidential, personalised treatment offers a path to sustainable wellness that group settings cannot provide. Prana Bali, an…
- Things To Do
Bangkok Design Week 2026 opens as Southeast Asia’s largest creative platform
The Creative Economy Agency (CEA) and partners officially opened Bangkok Design Week 2026 (BKKDW2026), Southeast Asia’s largest design festival. Now in its ninth edition, this year’s event is held under the theme “DESIGN S/O/S,” signalling that design serves as a solution to multidimensional challenges amid widespread crises across economic, environmental, social, and quality-of-life issues, while also elevating the city to…
- Health
Self-care on every corner: How convenience stores in Thailand have evolved into health hubs
Thailand is well-known for its Wats (Buddhist temples), breathtaking beaches and islands, and vibrant night bazaars. Yet one feature often overlooked is our convenience stores. Although not one of our cultural monuments, with more than 14,000 outlets nationwide as of 2024 – among the highest densities per capita globally – these stores have become iconic landmarks in their own right.…
- Sports News
England brings it home in Reignwood Icons Of Football 2026
England has retained the Icons Series Trophy, emerging victorious at the 2026 Reignwood Icons of Football. In a day defined by immense pressure, Team England finished the afternoon singles with a single-point 20-19 victory over a resilient Team World. The final session had fans worldwide on the edge of their seats as Team World launched a valiant fightback to erase…
- Digital Marketing
A crash course on Thailand market entry in 2026
Thailand’s market entry landscape in 2026 demands understanding beyond digital metrics. As AI integration becomes standard operational practice and e-commerce matures into habitual consumer behaviour, success depends on cultural fluency, regulatory compliance, and local partnerships. In this guide, AJ Marketing examines the playbook for 2026, analysing the tools, platforms, and trends shaping Thailand’s commercial landscape. On this page Section Short…
- Politics News
Astrologer predicts Thailand’s next prime minister for 2026 Election
Astrological prediction becomes especially compelling when applied to unprecedented political situations, particularly when forecasts must be made before an actual term of office begins. According to JD Mukkarji, a scientific astrologer residing in Bangkok, unlike recurring events such as annual or biennial sports tournaments, where patterns are relatively easier to track, political transitions often lack predictable cycles. Events that occur…
- Events
Montien Hotel Surawong Bangkok hosts Bangkok Design Week 2026
Montien Hotel Surawong Bangkok, in collaboration with the Bang Rak District Office, is honoured to be selected as one of the principal venues for Bangkok Design Week 2026 (BKKDW 2026). Organised by the Creative Economy Agency (Public Organisation) (CEA), the international creative festival will take place from January 29 to February 8 under the theme “Design S/O/S.” Bangkok Design Week…
- Visa Information
How to secure your Muay Thai DTV visa without the risk
A note to readers: This is commentary from Muay Thai Visa Thailand (MTVT), which provides enrollment in Muay Thai training and documentation support for the Muay Thai DTV visa and Muay Thai ED visa for international trainees. They earn revenue when clients purchase Muay Thai training and documentation services connected to visa applications. MTVT operates through Sor.Dechapant Muay Thai School,…
- Sports News
Last chance for tickets! Football’s global giants descend on Bangkok this weekend for Reignwood Icons of Football
The wait is almost over for sports fans in Thailand as the world’s most iconic footballers touch down in Bangkok to trade their boots for golf clubs. The Reignwood Icons of Football takes place this Saturday, January 31 and Sunday, February 1, at the prestigious Robinswood Golf Club, where Team England will face Team World in a high-stakes golf showdown.…
- Property
Etro Residences Phuket hits 830,000 Thai baht per square metre shattering island sales records
Etro Residences Phuket has made an explosive debut, setting a new per square metre sales record just days after launch. Located within the prestigious Gardens of Eden development in Bangtao, the ultra-limited collection achieved prices of 830,000 Thai baht (US$26,350) per square metre, more than four times Phuket’s branded residence average, and the highest on the island. Launched on January…
- Sports News
Danny Willett and Thomas Bjørn announced as captains for Reignwood Icons of Football 2026
The Icons Series has confirmed that Masters Champion Danny Willett and Ryder Cup icon Thomas Bjørn will lead the two rival teams for the 2026 Reignwood Icons of Football at Robinswood Golf Club, Bangkok. Taking place from January 31 to February 1, the event sees Team England’s Danny Willett, a former Masters champion, make his Icons Series debut as Captain,…
- Things To Do
EDC Thailand announces new December dates following strong early-year momentum
Following the success of EDC 2026, held just last week from January 16 to 18, Future Vibes, the developer and operator of international music festivals in Thailand, together with Insomniac, the global dance music experience curator and creator of Electric Daisy Carnival (EDC), announced the return of EDC Thailand for its third edition. The festival will move from its traditional…
- Food
An exclusive 6-Hands Experience unites three visionary chefs at Blue by Alain Ducasse
Blue by Alain Ducasse, the one-Michelin-starred French restaurant located at ICONLUXE, 1st Floor, ICONSIAM, hosted an extraordinary 6-Hands Experience on January 19, welcoming three award-winning culinary talents for a collaborative dining experience defined by artistry, connection, and emotion. The event featured Chef Evens López, Executive Chef of Blue by Alain Ducasse, who has built an impressive international career across several…
- Digital Marketing
12 digital marketing agencies to reach your audience effectively (2026)
Looking to make a significant impact online for your business in Thailand? Having a strong online presence is essential. That’s where a top digital marketing agency in Thailand comes in. They are the experts who can help your brand cut through the noise and reach your target audience effectively. With many agencies available, how do you choose the right one? …
- Tourism News
Thailand tourism at a tipping point as regional rivals surge, TTF 2026 warns
Thailand’s tourism industry is approaching a decisive moment. As travel patterns evolve and regional competitors accelerate investment, the kingdom faces mounting pressure to adapt or risk losing its long-held leadership position in Asia-Pacific tourism. For decades, Thailand has been one of the world’s most successful tourism destinations. Today, however, competition is intensifying. While Thailand’s international arrivals declined 7.2% in 2025,…
- Finance
How to combine stocks and crypto in 2026 investment strategies
Stocks have long been the go-to for building wealth, steady, reliable, and trusted by generations. But traditions aren’t the key theme of 2026. The rise of cryptocurrencies has snatched the attention of everyone from tech enthusiasts to institutions worldwide, and sometimes, it even outpaces stocks. Between 2022 and 2024, both markets were rocked by volatility, regulatory crackdowns, and fierce debate.…
- Events
Fusion of dazzling beauty: The HKTDC twin jewellery shows to shine in March 2026
The twin jewellery shows organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council will open in March. The 42nd HKTDC Hong Kong International Jewellery Show, specialising in finished jewellery, and the 12th HKTDC Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show, focusing on loose stones and raw materials for jewellery, will be held at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre…
- Guides
How to do marketing and advertising in Thailand? Top 7 tips (2026)
Are you ready to unlock the secrets of one of Asia’s most digitally savvy markets? If you are looking to make your business thrive in Thailand in 2026, you have arrived at the right place. The marketing landscape has evolved at a remarkable pace. By early 2026, Thailand is expected to have around 67.8 million internet users, representing nearly the…
- Guides
Top 11 influencer marketing agencies in Thailand (2026)
The marketing landscape in Thailand has evolved dramatically as we settle into 2026. According to DataReportal’s Digital 2026: Thailand report, the country’s internet penetration has reached 94.7%, with 56.6 million active social media identities nationwide. Thai consumers are no longer simply online; they are deeply embedded in digital ecosystems where AI algorithms dictate what they see, buy, and love. In…
- Finance
The new volatility cycle: Why 2025’s market shocks will redefine trader expectations in 2026
Perhaps no one would call 2025 uneventful, doubly so if they are an investor. Tariffs and reciprocal action, active conflicts, and geopolitical tensions. Shadow fleets and a reorganisation of economic and strategic ties. A simple Google search for “What affected markets in 2025” returns what reads like a list of why volatility happens. Let’s see what contributed to this volatility,…
- Lifestyle
Bangkok Design Week 2026 returns with ‘DESIGN S/O/S’ from January 29 to February 8
Get ready for the return of Bangkok Design Week 2026 (BKKDW 2026), now in its ninth consecutive year, organised by the Creative Economy Agency (Public Organisation) or CEA, in collaboration with Bangkok Metropolitan Administration, government and private sector organisations, educational institutions, international organisations, and creative district network partners. This year, the international design festival brings together creators, designers, entrepreneurs, developers,…
- Travel
Thailand Privilege Card awards Friends of Thailand memberships to three international Muay Thai Fighters
Thailand Privilege Card Co., Ltd. (TPC), operator of the Thailand Privilege membership programme under the supervision of Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), continues to reinforce Thailand’s image not only as a world-class tourism destination but also as a premier destination for long-term residency. Most recently, TPC presented the Friends of Thailand membership card to three foreign fighters from the Rajadamnern…
- Thailand Hotels
Courtyard by Marriott Phuket, Patong Beach Resort: The ultimate family-friendly destination in 2026
Planning a family vacation this year? Look no further than Courtyard by Marriott Phuket, Patong Beach Resort, where unforgettable memories are created for guests of all ages. Perfectly located just steps from the world-famous Patong Beach, this vibrant resort combines modern comfort, convenience, and exceptional family-friendly amenities, making it the ideal choice for parents and kids alike. Why families love…
- Guides
A simple guide to renting in Thailand (plus a bonus tip)
Renting in Thailand is generally straightforward, but a little preparation goes a long way. Whether you’re looking to relocate or planning an extended stay, being familiar with local rental practices, from deposits and documents to pricing and property standards, will make the process much smoother. This guide outlines the key steps to renting in Thailand, from choosing the right location…
- Events
First time ever! Sansiri and Phuketian Coffee host a major coffee festival
Coffee lovers should not miss this. For the first time, the large-scale coffee festival Sansiri Phuket | Sip & Inspire brings together flavour, passion, and community in one place. Sansiri, in collaboration with Phuketian Coffee (Horoy Phuket Coffee Association), led by Future Kittipob, Thailand National Barista Champion 2025, aims to support and strengthen Phuket’s local café and coffee business community, encouraging…
