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Explore the various aspects of Thailand, from its vibrant cities to its serene beaches, with Thaiger’s Best-of Guides. Covering a wide range of topics including lifestyle, entertainment, travel, and property, these guides will help you discover the hidden gems and top attractions in the country. Whether you are a tourist, expat, or local, our Best-of Guides provide valuable insights and tips to make your Thailand experience truly unforgettable.

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    5 hidden healthcare costs in Thailand and how to avoid them

    Thailand's healthcare system is affordable and supported by the Universal Health Coverage (UHC) scheme, offering essential services to most citizens. However, hidden healthcare costs can surprise patients and lead to unexpected expenses. These include specialist fees, insurance gaps, emergency services,...

  • Have a furry friend? Here is a list of pet-friendly condos in Bangkok

    Have a furry friend? Here is a list of pet-friendly condos in Bangkok

    Living in Bangkok can be very exciting; the city is packed with entertainment and restaurants and is home to more than 10 million people. However, the metropolitan city is not the most pet-friendly city globally, so finding an ideal home for you and your furry friend might be challenging. In some instances, you might be slapped with some “pet-friendly” restrictions…

  • Fancy mango sticky rice? Try these delicious sticky rice desserts

    Fancy mango sticky rice? Try these delicious sticky rice desserts

    The simple yet incredibly delicious combination of sticky rice and mango (mango sticky rice) has caught the world’s attention following a famous Thai rapper, Milli’s remarkable performance at Coachella, where she devours the beloved Thai dessert on stage. Since then, the mango sticky rice vendor’s sales have gone through the roof! Evidently, many of us caught the so-called “mango sticky…

  • Thai street food seller comes up with Mango Pad Kra Pao to follow Mango Sticky Rice fever

    Thai street food seller comes up with Mango Pad Kra Pao to follow Mango Sticky Rice fever

    WARNING: This looks spicy!! To keep up with the current mango fever in Thailand, a food seller has offered a fusion dish, Mango Pad Kra Pao, and invited his customers to try it. The dish went viral on Thai social media, and many tried cooking it at home. The young Thai rapper, Danupa “Milli” Kanateerakul, created the mango fever in…

  • Blue by Alain Ducasse ranked No. 25 on list of Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants

    Blue by Alain Ducasse ranked No. 25 on list of Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants

    Press Release He did it! The key player of Blue by Alain Ducasse, Executive Chef Wilfrid Hocquet, had two goals for the restaurant when it opened. The first one he scored within the first year of opening doors. And now, he has made good on his second goal, with the restaurant being ranked at No. 25 on Asia’s 50 Best…

  • 5 hotels you have to stay in Khao Yai to escape into nature

    5 hotels you have to stay in Khao Yai to escape into nature

    When planning our perfect vacation, we usually face a dilemma- the beach or the mountain? Thailand has many beautiful beaches but did you know that your escape into the serene mountainous nature is just three hour’s drive away from the bustling city of Bangkok? Khao Yai, which literal translation is ‘the large mountain’, is home to Thailand’s first national park.…

  • 5 bubble tea (boba) shops you need to swing by in Bangkok

    5 bubble tea (boba) shops you need to swing by in Bangkok

    Did you know? An average Thai person consumes six cups of bubble tea per month, surpassing all the other Southeast Asian countries. Bubble tea, aka ‘boba’ tea, has taken the world by storm ever since it was first introduced in Taiwan in the 1980s. People just cannot get enough of the unique blend between the frothy sweetness of the tea…

  • Top 5 hotels you should stay in Chiang Rai 2022

    Top 5 hotels you should stay in Chiang Rai 2022

    While many of us who love Thailand have heard of Chiang Mai, we often overlook the yet another beautiful province of Chiang Rai. Thailand’s hidden gem is located just 3 hour drive away from Chiang Mai and a few miles south of the Golden Triangle (Thailand, Laos and Myanmar border). Relatively isolated from other populated attractions, Chiang Rai is a…

  • Top 5 amazing hotels to stay in Krabi 2022

    Top 5 amazing hotels to stay in Krabi 2022

    Indeed, if you love Thailand, you’ve heard of the Krabi province. Well-known for its beaches and island, the west coast province has so much more- limestone cliffs, hot spring, a wildlife sanctuary, sea caves, flourishing coral reefs, national parks and exotic marine life. Of course, it is no surprise that the beautiful province boasts the best hotels you can stay…

  • Best staycation hotels in Bangkok 2022

    Best staycation hotels in Bangkok 2022

    Are you struggling to satisfy your wanderlust amidst travel and budget restrictions? Have you been yearning to take a break from the hustle and bustle in Bangkok? What if we tell you that there is a budget-friendly, stress-free and safe way to satisfy all your needs? Take a staycation! What does staycation mean? Well, “Staycation” is a ‘vacation’ spent ‘staying…

  • City Guide: Top 5 supermarkets to buy groceries in Thailand

    City Guide: Top 5 supermarkets to buy groceries in Thailand

    If you’re visiting Thailand for an experienced period, or planning to buy or rent an apartment and call the country home, then you’re bound to run out of essentials from time to time. Fortunately, Thailand’s numerous supermarket store franchises provide everything you need, from kimchi to toilet paper. But if you’re not sure which chain best suits your shopping wants…

  • HERE – Best Indian flavours in town

    HERE – Best Indian flavours in town

    Sponsored Article Looking for the best Indian dining experience in Bangkok? Just look HERE! Situated on the lower level of an ancient Thai house, amid lush landscaping with a cellar of 200+ wine labels, is Restaurant HERE; a modern Indian all-day eatery and wine bar. Chef Garima Arora and the same team of one Michelin Restaurant Gaa are the force…

  • Top 10 hard truths of living as an expat in Thailand

    Top 10 hard truths of living as an expat in Thailand

  • How to do Marketing and Advertising in Thailand? Top 7 Tips

    How to do Marketing and Advertising in Thailand? Top 7 Tips

    Press Release Are you curious about how to make your business thrive in the dynamic world of marketing and advertising in Thailand? Well, you’re definitely not alone! Countless marketers are grappling with the same question, eager to unlock the secrets of success. The thing is, when it comes to marketing and advertising in Thailand, you can’t simply rely on the…

  • Top 10 English-language movies made in Thailand (or mostly in Thailand)

    Top 10 English-language movies made in Thailand (or mostly in Thailand)

    Thailand is active in attracting foreign movie makers, and has been for decades. Many well known movies have been either partially or totally filmed in Thailand. From ‘The Killing Fields’ to ‘Around the World in 80 Days’ and the latest in the ‘Fast & Furious’ franchise (around Krabi). Some of Thailand’s scenery is unique and the film crews are well…

  • Blue by Alain Ducasse at ICONSIAM ushers in 2022 with a global award

    Blue by Alain Ducasse at ICONSIAM ushers in 2022 with a global award

    Press Release The award marks a spectacular success for ICONSIAM and Blue by Alain Ducasse, which has previously won one Michelin star for two consecutive years. Le French Design 100 honours 100 international creations by French designers that earn France’s design industry global recognition. Siam Piwat has moved beyond local competition and won a world-class award on a global stage,…

  • CNY 2022: Where to eat a Spring Festival feast in Bangkok

    CNY 2022: Where to eat a Spring Festival feast in Bangkok

    Happy Year of the T(ha)iger to all of our readers. When it comes to feasting for the Spring Festival, there is a dizzying array of restaurants to choose from in the Big Mango. To make your quest for delicious Chinese cuisine easier, we’ve made a shortlist of the top places to dine and get your dim sum on in Bangkok…

  • Hemp-Friendly restaurants to try in Thailand 2024

    Hemp-Friendly restaurants to try in Thailand 2024

    Thailand has been experiencing a cannabis and hemp boom ever since parts of the plant with low traces of the psychoactive component, THC, were taken off the country’s narcotics list. Cafes across the country are now becoming weed-friendly, offering dishes and beverages made with cannabis and hemp leaves. But these dishes won’t get you high as they have less than…

  • Where in Bangkok to dine for Chinese New Year 2022

    Where in Bangkok to dine for Chinese New Year 2022

    If you are searching for a restaurant to dine in on Chinese New Year 2022, you have come to the perfect place! One of the most loved aspects of the Spring Festival is the ‘Reunion Dinner’. During this time, families gather together to enjoy a lavish supper. You will be happy to know that there are restaurants in Bangkok where…

  • If pigs could fly: Authorities tackle pork price crisis following swine fever outbreak

    If pigs could fly: Authorities tackle pork price crisis following swine fever outbreak

    In the midst of already surging meat prices, there has been a recent outbreak of African Swine Fever reported at several Thai pig farms, exacerbating the problem even further. Farms that have detected the virus have to slaughter and bury pigs to prevent the disease from spreading, decreasing the number of pigs in the country. In Prachuap Khiri Khan in…

  • Interesting facts about Chinese New Year tradition in Thailand

    Interesting facts about Chinese New Year tradition in Thailand

    Chinese New Year is one of the biggest festivals in Asia. While most Westerners experience ‘Chinese New Year’ by watching parades in Chinatown and having a great meal, its traditions vary from country to country. Around 15% of the population of Thailand are believed to be descended from Chinese settlers who arrived in Thailand in the early nineteenth century. As…

  • 17 Best Marketing and Advertising Agencies in Thailand: 2022 Edition

    17 Best Marketing and Advertising Agencies in Thailand: 2022 Edition

    Sponsored Article Thailand shines as a prime business destination in Asia, excelling in e-commerce, digital transformation, and internet adoption. Its allure for international business expansion is undeniable. However, venturing into this market comes with challenges. To compete effectively, businesses must grasp Thai consumer behaviour, cultural dynamics, and prevailing marketing trends. Thai consumers have embraced digital platforms, dedicating more time to…

  • Top 10 ways to avoid food poisoning in Thailand, and tips on how to recover

    Top 10 ways to avoid food poisoning in Thailand, and tips on how to recover

    NOTICE: The Thaiger are experienced travellers but we’re not doctors. This information is provided as a general guide if you are confronted with food poisoning. In all cases consider seeking medical attention and make sure you have adequate travel insurance. Travelling in foreign locations and trying out the local dishes will always risk a bout of the dreaded food poisoning…

  • What makes Siam Paragon the top shopping destination

    What makes Siam Paragon the top shopping destination

    Sponsored Article Siam Paragon, one of Bangkok’s most prominent shopping centres, celebrates its 16th anniversary in December 2021. Despite the fact that Siam Paragon has been in operation for 16 years, it is still regarded as Bangkok’s best shopping centre. This is because it focuses on offering ‘extraordinary experiences’ that visitors can discover new experiences every day from world-class brands,…

  • AZURA Restaurant offering New Year’s Day brunch

    AZURA Restaurant offering New Year’s Day brunch

    Press Release Join the heart-warming New Year’s Day brunch at AZURA restaurant in Angsana Laguna Phuket as you welcome in 2022. Enjoy a wide variety of scrumptious international cuisine, Thai favourites and delectable desserts with your friends and family. While savouring some delicious BBQ and seafood from the live station, watch the atmosphere at Azura electrify the air with live…

  • Top 5 places to enjoy New Year’s brunch in Bangkok 2022

    Top 5 places to enjoy New Year’s brunch in Bangkok 2022

    After enjoying the fireworks extravaganza on New Year’s Eve, start your 2022 by enjoying brunch at one of these fine restaurants in Bangkok. The restaurants are offering a special festive menu on the 1st of January. So indulge in these delectable meals that are cooked using high-quality ingredients. We have picked some of the restaurants where you can enjoy your…

  • Top 5 places to spend New Year’s Day in Phuket 2022

    Top 5 places to spend New Year’s Day in Phuket 2022

    We are all looking forward to 2022 because it will provide another chance for a fresh start and a celebration of new beginnings. On January 1st, start the year off perfectly with a delicious New Year’s Day brunch. Enjoy an international buffet with live seafood stations and a selection of house drinks. Create fruitful memories this new year with a…

  • 5 places to enjoy Christmas Brunch in Phuket 2021

    5 places to enjoy Christmas Brunch in Phuket 2021

    If you want to celebrate Christmas Day with your family or loved ones in an elegant setting, you’ve come to the right location! We’ve hand-picked some of the best restaurants, so come drool over the delectable cuisines on offer at the restaurants listed below. Top 5 places to enjoy Christmas Brunch in Phuket 1. XANA Christmas Family Fun Brunch Join…

  • Travel Thailand authentically via tuk-tuk

    Travel Thailand authentically via tuk-tuk

    For travellers arriving in Thailand, one thing that may be quite interesting is seeing the locals and tourists alike, taking a tuk-tuk around the city. In Bangkok and other large cities especially, you can see the cute little motorbikes that have been turned into carriages, being used as taxis. The Thai tuk-tuk is unofficially a national emblem of the country,…

  • Where to spend Christmas Eve in Phuket 2021

    Where to spend Christmas Eve in Phuket 2021

    Have you already made plans for your Christmas Celebration? If not then you have come to the right place! Everyone enjoys the holidays because of the delicious food and joyful gatherings. With Christmas just around the corner, we have compiled a list of the nicest spots on the island to spend some memorable Christmas time with your friends or family.…

  • Where to spend Christmas Eve in Bangkok 2021

    Where to spend Christmas Eve in Bangkok 2021

    It is the most festive and exciting time of the year with a dazzle of Christmas and New Year decorations. One of the best things about holidays is the food, so it’s imperative to find a great place to eat. The good news is that there are various cuisines and dining options available to you on Christmas Eve here in…