- Finance
EC Markets takes centre stage at iFX Expo International 2025 in Limassol
In June, EC Markets will undertake initiatives that mark new, decisive steps in its worldwide expansion and consolidation within the financial sector. The company will play a leading role at the now-established iFX Expo International 2025, which will be held from June 17 to 19 at the City of Dreams Mediterranean Resort in Limassol, Cyprus. This year’s iFX Expo is…
- Visa Information
Financial requirements for the Thailand tourist visa in 2025
Thailand is once again requiring travellers to show proof of funds when applying for a Thailand tourist visa, as part of a broader update to its immigration policies. The move comes alongside the introduction of the new Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) and ongoing discussions about shortening visa-free stays. If you’re planning to visit Thailand this year, here’s everything you…
- Social Media Marketing (SMM)
The new way to advertise in Thailand
Tired of paid ads that get ignored? Frustrated by influencer marketing that’s overpriced and out of reach? Welcome to a better way to grow your brand — Boosted by People. In today’s noisy digital world, trust beats reach. That’s why Boosted by People connects your content with real people — social users, influencers, local pages, and businesses — who share…
- Best Bites
K by Vicky Cheng brings contemporary Cantonese cuisine to Bangkok
If you’re looking for a lunch spot that’s worth dressing up for, K by Vicky Cheng delivers – both in flavour and skyline. Perched on the 56th floor of EA Rooftop at The Empire, this elegant fine-dining concept by Michelin-starred chef Vicky Cheng brings a fresh take on Chinese gastronomy to the heart of Bangkok. A taste of Hong Kong,…
- Finance
TrustFinance Business 2025: A day of growth, trust, and collaboration
TrustFinance successfully hosted TrustFinance Business 2025 at Gaysorn Urban Resort in Bangkok on May 9. The event welcomed over 10 leading brokers, fintech innovators, service providers, and financial media partners for a full-day summit focused on growth, collaboration, and trust-building across the financial ecosystem. The event featured a powerful mix of keynote insights, live product showcases, high-impact business matching, and…
- Guides
GrabFood – Thailand’s No.1* Food Delivery App, Trusted for Easy, Delicious Variety!
Arriving in a new country is always a mix of excitement and uncertainty, especially when it comes to food. In Thailand, the options are endless, but menus in Thai and unfamiliar names can make it harder to enjoy your first few meals. GrabFood helps bridge that gap, offering a straightforward way to order from local and international restaurants with ease.…
- Finance
Navigating high inflation & slow growth: How ECB policy shapes the eurozone’s timid progress
So far, 2025 has proven to be the year of reckoning for the eurozone economy, caught in the crosshairs of high inflation and sluggish growth. In a delicate balancing act, the ECB (European Central Bank) changed course with consecutive interest rate cuts this year, following aggressive monetary policy tightening during the 2022 to 2024 high-inflation period. Coming up are market…
- Food
La Bottega transforms into Cucina Popolare
On the occasion of its 14th anniversary, La Bottega gets a makeover as La Bottega – Cucina Popolare, one of the most renowned names in Italian cuisine in Bangkok, located in the lively Thonglor district, is pleased to announce its renewed commitment to return to the true soul of Italian cuisine. Since its inception in 2008, La Bottega has been…
- Events
THAIFEX – ANUGA ASIA 2025: Powering Asia Pacific’s F&B future
THAIFEX – ANUGA ASIA 2025, Asia Pacific’s most influential food and beverage (F&B) trade event, will return this May (27 to 31), at IMPACT, Muang Thong Thani, Bangkok, Thailand. The show will bring together industry players, thought-leaders, startup founders, and C-suite executives from across the globe to define and shape global trends on what we eat and how the industry…
- Social Media Marketing (SMM)
Born in Thailand and built for the world: Boosted by People is redefining marketing
What started as a smart social-sharing solution in Thailand is quickly emerging as one of the most exciting disruptions in the global MarTech space. Boosted by People (BBP) is flipping the script on digital marketing, shifting the power from paid ads and expensive influencers to everyday people with real connections. And in doing so, it’s reshaping how brands think about…
- Events
KAWS:HOLIDAY returns for a grand spectacle in Bangkok
Following recent stops in Indonesia, Shanghai, and Le Brassus, KAWS:HOLIDAY embarks on a new and extraordinary chapter in Thailand. Presented by KAWS in collaboration with long-time partner AllRightsReserved and local partner Central Embassy, this latest stop transforms the historic grounds of Sanam Luang, Bangkok’s vast ceremonial ground and cultural heart, into an open-air canvas for artistic expression. For this stop,…
- Events
Ascott and Chelsea celebrates the 2024/25 Famous CFC Tour in Bangkok
Chelsea Football Club, in collaboration with presenting partner The Ascott Limited (Ascott), brought The Blues to Bangkok, Thailand, previously in April as the fourth and final stop of The Famous CFC tour for the 2024/25 season. Ascott also hosted the first stop of this season’s global fan experience in Singapore last December. Both events featured special appearances by club legend…
- Social Media Marketing (SMM)
Turn your social reach into real income with Boosted by People
Whether you’re an influencer, a niche page owner, a local business, or just someone who’s active on social media, your reach has value here in Thailand and beyond. Until now, getting paid for your reach meant brand deals, ad agencies, or expensive collaborations. But Boosted by People changes all that. With Boosted by People, you can now get paid to…
- Thailand Travel
Chatrium launches limited-time deal, up to 40% off
Chatrium Hospitality invites travellers to take advantage of its exciting 5.5 Flash & Fabulous Sale, offering an exclusive 40% off rooms & breakfast at participating Chatrium and Maitria hotels across Thailand, Myanmar, and Japan. Available until May 9, 2025, this limited-time flash sale is perfect for those planning a luxurious escape to Thailand, including Bangkok, Khao Yai, and Chanthaburi, or…
- Lifestyle
Dancing Enigmas exhibition – Now live at Siam Paragon
Joyman Gallery, in collaboration with Siam Paragon and Aris, presents a solo exhibition, Dancing Enigmas, by emerging artist Natdanai Bunsiri. The exhibition features 28 paintings that reflect a quest to interpret ancient philosophy through a contemporary lens. The exhibition will be on display until May 31, 2025, at the Fashion Gallery, 1st Floor, Siam Paragon. For Natdanai, by blending Eastern…
- Bangkok Travel
Amari Bangkok turns the page, welcomes a new general manager
Amari Bangkok is delighted to announce the appointment of Michel Scheffers as its new General Manager. With an illustrious career spanning over 20 years in the hospitality industry, Scheffers brings a wealth of experience, an unwavering commitment to excellence, and excitement to his new role. Scheffers has been a key leader within ONYX Hospitality Group, a leading name in Southeast…
- Thailand Travel
The fascinating and very odd murals at Wat Borom Niwat
For years, before I bought a used copy of Kenneth Barrett’s 2013 book, 22 Walks in Bangkok, I believed and often boldly claimed that this capital city has no architecture or art to recommend itself. Yet such ignorance and arrogance were easily overcome. It took just one good book and a willingness to get out and explore the city. In…
- Finance
Manage trading risk more effectively with HFM’s tools
HFM Group, a regulated, award-winning online broker, takes risk management seriously to provide cutting-edge technology, wide-ranging education, and advanced trading tools to clients worldwide. Their innovative solutions provide enhanced protection against unexpected market movements, offering features such as negative balance protection, customisable stop-loss and profit orders, and real-time risk analysis. With a commitment to enhancing trading experiences, HFM’s risk management…
- Food
Silver Waves by Boon launches at Chatrium Hotel Riverside Bangkok
Following its exclusive media launch, Silver Waves by Boon at Chatrium Hotel Riverside Bangkok is preparing to open its doors to the public this May, introducing the city to a new wave of Cantonese fine dining. Reimagined under the vision of Michelin-starred Chef Ho Chee Boon, the restaurant is set against a backdrop of sweeping river and city views from…
- Lifestyle
5 Thai habits you didn’t know are secretly saving the planet (and what we can learn from them)
Thailand’s full of things that make you look twice, like the tuk-tuks, the tangled electric wires, and the fact that it can rain sideways and still feel like summer. But hidden in the chaos are everyday habits that are, without meaning to be, surprisingly eco-friendly. Spend a bit of time here and you’ll spot the small, brilliant habits everywhere, the…
- Events
Meals for Myanmar – Bid. Dine. Give.
When disaster strikes, we come together. And in Bangkok’s food scene, we come together over good food. Bangkok Foodies recently launched Meals for Myanmar (#Meals4Myanmar), a bold and heartfelt campaign to help rebuild lives after the devastating earthquakes that recently struck Myanmar. Thousands have lost their homes, and with monsoon season fast approaching, there is a critical period to provide…
- Events
Bangkok charity cocktail night raises funds for Myanmar earthquake victims
The inaugural Cocktails for the Cause event, held previously on April 10 at Soho House Bangkok, brought together over 60 guests for an evening of purpose-driven drinks, raising 45,500 baht to directly support victims of the recent Myanmar earthquake. Spearheaded by Jonathan Benarr, the evening was created as an emergency-response gathering, with 100% of proceeds going to the Bangkok Community Help Foundation (BCHF).…
- Things To Do
Experience the best of tropical fruits at Siam Paragon’s Tropical Fruit Parade
Siam Paragon, a top destination for Thais and visitors from across the globe, in collaboration with Gourmet Market, proudly presents Siam Paragon Tropical Fruit Parade 2025, one of Thailand’s most anticipated tropical fruit festivals. The event celebrates the richness of Thailand’s fruit harvest, featuring rare durian varieties and premium tropical fruits from across the country. Taking place from April 25…
- Guides
Crypto for Thai condos: A new approach for foreign buyers
Thailand’s allure as a destination for investment and residence continues to attract foreigners. However, the complexities of international money transfers and Thai regulations can be a significant hurdle. Mantix offers an innovative new solution for foreign buyers to purchase Thai condos with cryptocurrency. Mantix, a European crypto payment service, chose Thailand as its initial market, offering a unique solution which…
- Food
The Taste of Childhood Memories: EKKALUCK to stage four-hands collaboration with Chef Tor & Chef X
EKKALUCK at Madi Paidi Bangkok, Autograph Collection, unveiled an exclusive four-hands culinary experience, Taste of Childhood Memories, featuring two of Marriott International’s celebrated chefs: Teerathep “Tor” Tishabhiromya, Executive Chef of Madi Paidi Bangkok, and Attapol “X” Thangthong, Executive Chef of Bangkok Marriott Hotel The Surawongse. Over the next two months, the duo will share their most cherished dishes, including traditional…
- Finance
FBS brings joy to vulnerable communities during Ramadan
FBS, a leading global broker, proudly concluded its Ramadan 2025 charitable efforts in partnership with SUKA Society in Malaysia and the Peduli Anak Foundation in Indonesia. With a total donation of US$20,000, FBS supported over 400 people across both regions. In collaboration with SUKA Society, FBS provided essential food supplies and Ramadan care packages to vulnerable communities. From March 18…
- Events
Tourism leaders unite in Thailand to mark shared founding date of Rome and Bangkok
This week, the Thai-Italian Chamber of Commerce (TICC), in collaboration with the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), united professionals from across the tourism and hospitality sectors to host the Foundation of Rome & Bangkok – Grand Celebration Event on Monday, April 21. The event took place at Siri Sala Private Thai Villa in Bangkok Noi, one of the filming locations for…
- Koh Samui Travel
Twilight mixology with Aurelijus at AIR BAR, InterContinental Koh Samui
Join us for an exceptional evening at AIR BAR, InterContinental, Koh Samui’s most iconic venue, offering stunning sunset views that are as breathtaking as the drinks. On Tuesday, April 29, from 5pm to 11pm, join in on a one-of-a-kind evening featuring creative cocktails, delectable snacks, and live entertainment, all set against the backdrop of the stunning five islands. The event…
- Thailand Travel
TAT to honour 100 top tourism businesses for excellence and sustainability
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has officially launched the 15th Thailand Tourism Awards, inviting tourism operators across the country to join the prestigious competition aimed at recognising excellence and driving the industry toward long-term sustainability. TAT Governor Thapanee Kiatphaibool stated that the organisation has spent nearly three decades championing sustainable tourism development. Since the inaugural awards in 1996, TAT…
- Finance
EC Markets consolidates its global footprint with strategic expansions
EC Markets continues to reaffirm its commitment to the global financial arena, demonstrating a determination both in expansion and the further consolidation of its presence across the markets of Asia, Africa, and Latin America. This determination, coupled with expertise, innovation, and most notably a respect for the diversity and unique characteristics of regional markets, is underscored by the firm’s recent,…
