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    Is tap water in Thailand safe to consume?

    Wondering if you can drink the tap water in Thailand? From brushing your teeth to filling up a bottle, it’s helpful to understand a few basics. Tap water safety in Thailand varies by location, and while some people use it...

  • Discover MontAzure, Asia’s Ultimate Beachfront Community

    Discover MontAzure, Asia’s Ultimate Beachfront Community

    Sponsored Article Nestled against the soft sands of Kamala Beach, on Phuket’s pristine west coast, MontAzure is the ultimate destination for those seeking a privileged lifestyle or an attractive investment opportunity. Exuding elegance and exclusivity, with international amenities and a timeless sense of style, this breathtaking residential development has elevated the standard of tropical living in Southeast Asia. Spanning 72…

  • Best places in Phuket to countdown for New Year 2022

    Best places in Phuket to countdown for New Year 2022

    Say goodbye to 2021 and say hi to 2022! Let your countdown begin at one of the most beautiful venues on the island! The following hotels in Phuket are offering exclusive New Year packages for you to enjoy the most wonderful time of the year. So, we have compiled a list of the best 5 venues in Phuket to celebrate…

  • 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…

  • Too much paperwork and lack of cooperation cited by Thai teacher who recently quit

    Too much paperwork and lack of cooperation cited by Thai teacher who recently quit

    A Thai teacher, who recently quit her job, has cited 2 reasons that seem to echo throughout the country’s education system: too much paperwork and a lack of cooperation. The young female teacher, Knokwan Boontansen, resigned at an elementary school in the country’s lower northern Nakhon Sawan province, with the story by Bangkok Post going viral for several reasons. The…

  • 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,…

  • The future of digital nomads in Thailand

    The future of digital nomads in Thailand

    As the Covid-19 pandemic has helped boost the demand for digital nomads, Thailand has yet to formalise a legal way for such workers to stay in the Kingdom. Although Thailand recently announced it is targetting highly paid digital workers to help aid in the country’s economic recovery, it leaves the rest of online workers in the dark. Citing the fact…

  • Phuket Hotels Association welcomes new leadership team

    Phuket Hotels Association welcomes new leadership team

    Press Release Bjorn Courage was named as the association’s President and Sumi Soorian was promoted to the role of Executive Director, while long-term leader Anthony Lark will continue to serve as a Senior Advisor PHUKET, THAILAND: The Phuket Hotels Association, a non-profit organisation with 72 member properties has embarked on an exciting new era with the appointment of a new…

  • 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…

  • Top 5 places to enjoy Christmas brunch in Bangkok 2021

    Top 5 places to enjoy Christmas brunch in Bangkok 2021

    Looking for the ideal place to spend Christmas with your loved ones? Bangkok transforms into a holiday wonderland throughout the festive season, with twinkling lights, seasonal decorations, and pride of place at the city’s most prominent landmarks. We assist you in making preparations to enjoy your time with friends and family so prepare to be enthralled by the numerous Christmas…

  • Zenithy awarded “Best Boutique Housing Development Phuket”

    Zenithy awarded “Best Boutique Housing Development Phuket”

    Press Release During the prestigious Dot Property Thailand Awards held at the Park Hyatt Bangkok on November 18, 2021, Phuket’s own Zenithy Development took home the title of “Best Boutique Housing Development Phuket.” The Dot Property Awards, now in its sixth year, aims to award developers in Southeast Asia that stand out in categories such as design, innovation, and sustainability.…

  • Key info for those planning to retire in Thailand

    Key info for those planning to retire in Thailand

    If you are planning to retire in the beautiful and tropical country of Thailand, there are many places which will suit your interests. From up north in Chiang Mai where the air is cooler (during winter), to a tropical oasis in the southern islands, Thailand has it all. Of course, with all things, you will need to get sorted before…

  • Siam Piwat unveils the “ONESIAM SuperApp” – a smart platform that delivers extraordinary experiences

    Siam Piwat unveils the “ONESIAM SuperApp” – a smart platform that delivers extraordinary experiences

    Press Release Joining forces with partners across 13 industries to create a world of digital business through a world-class ecosystem of success. Siam Piwat is launching a groundbreaking premium world-class business ecosystem that homes in on over 7 million affluent customers in Thailand and reaches powerful customer bases around the globe. Advancing its Co-creation initiatives, Siam Piwat is joining forces…

  • BKFC provide some impressive bare-knuckle fighting action

    BKFC provide some impressive bare-knuckle fighting action

    Press Release Lockdowns have been lifted, Covid has taken a well-earned bare-knuckle fist to the face, and everyone in the Kingdom of Smiles is ready to get out and about and start enjoying life again. And what better way to jump back into the swing of things than to witness some impressive bare-knuckle fighting action with BKFC knockouts, beatdowns and…

  • Vegan and vegetarian restaurants in Bangkok | VIDEO

    Vegan and vegetarian restaurants in Bangkok | VIDEO

    Even a few years ago, a list of the best vegetarian and vegan restaurants in Bangkok would have somewhat lacked. Now, more and more plant-based establishments are appearing in the city, with the vegan movement growing each year. Natty goes on a quick trip of some of her favourite vegan haunts. But there’s plenty of others around the city as…

  • Research continues to reveal effects of too much homework on students

    Research continues to reveal effects of too much homework on students

    The age-old assumption that homework benefits students of all ages, includes skills that some say only homework can help develop. From time management to organisation, proponents of giving homework to students point to its ability to help them learn pertinent life skills. But, many countries are gradually stopping the issuance of homework as they say it is exhausting learners in…

  • Hungry Hub Bangkok Rooftop Festival 2021

    Hungry Hub Bangkok Rooftop Festival 2021

    It’s almost coming towards the end of the year so if you are looking for a great rooftop atmosphere to celebrate, you have come to the right place! Hungry Hub is organizing Bangkok Rooftop Festival 2021 and offering exclusive deals at the finest rooftop bars in the city. Below are the lists of the greatest rooftop restaurants in Bangkok, all…

  • Cabinet okays new visa scheme allowing a 1 year stay for medical tourists

    Cabinet okays new visa scheme allowing a 1 year stay for medical tourists

    A new visa scheme approved, in principle, by the Thai Cabinet today will allow foreigners who are travelling to Thailand for medical treatment to stay in the Kingdom for up to a year. At the moment, many medical tourists stay in the country on 60-day tourist visas, which can be extended for another 30 days, and (before the pandemic) many…

  • Siam Seaplane makes getting to your destination so much easier

    Siam Seaplane makes getting to your destination so much easier

    Sponsored Article There’s an innovative new company that is going to drastically reduce the time required to get to your holiday destination and get to those hard to get to beach resorts in the Land of Smiles. Siam Seaplane will offer Thailand’s first premium amphibious seaplane service, providing faster, easier and seamless access to waterfront locations such as resorts, and…

  • Thailand’s English proficiency level drops again, as the pandemic widens gap in education disparity

    Thailand’s English proficiency level drops again, as the pandemic widens gap in education disparity

    Thailand is continuing its downward descent for the 5th straight year in regards to its English proficiency levels. According to the Swedish company, Education First, Thailand is now ranked 100 out of 112 participating countries for its English proficiency levels. Its EF EPI score of 419 and its ranking of 22 out of 24 overall in Asian countries, has deemed…

  • What is a Thailand Elite Visa? & Why Should You Apply For One?

    What is a Thailand Elite Visa? & Why Should You Apply For One?

    If you have never heard of a Thailand Elite Visa, you might be wondering what one is? If you’ve heard of a Thailand elite visa, you may also wonder why you should get one instead of a conventional visa? The Thailand Elite Visa is attractive because it is a long-term visa that allows visitors to stay in Thailand for extended…

  • UPDATE: Deadline for 60-day “Covid” visa extension being pushed to January 25

    UPDATE: Deadline for 60-day “Covid” visa extension being pushed to January 25

    This article has been updated with information from a Thai Immigration document. The deadline to apply for the 60-day “Covid” visa extension is this Friday, but a document from Thai Immigration leaked on social media says the date has been pushed back to January 25. The order needs to be published in the Royal Gazette to be made official. There…

  • Stunning new senior school opens at Shrewsbury, riverside – Thailand’s leading international school

    Stunning new senior school opens at Shrewsbury, riverside – Thailand’s leading international school

    Sponsored Article Shrewsbury International School Bangkok Riverside has set a new benchmark with their ambitious 1.1 billion Thai Baht Senior school. The culmination of Project 2021 dramatically increases the provision for Science, Mathematics, Computing, Innovation, Robotics, Sixth-Form, Higher Education counselling, dining and sport at Thailand’s leading independent international school. Nestled on the banks of the famed Chao Phraya River, the…

  • Are surfboards really hotter than Bitcoin?

    Are surfboards really hotter than Bitcoin?

    Sponsored Article I don’t know what’s harder to get my hand on right now – Bitcoin at a reasonable price, or a new surfboard. With the current pandemic situation, there’s been a shortage of surfboards as more surfers take to the waves. When I was told last year that a new surfboard would take at least 9 months to arrive,…

  • How China’s private tutoring regulations are affecting online teachers

    How China’s private tutoring regulations are affecting online teachers

    Online teachers in Thailand, and elsewhere, are struggling to grapple with China’s changes to its private tutoring regulations. And, the outcome is not good, as thousands of digital nomad educators are finding themselves jobless. In the past few months, big name tutoring companies, that employ thousands of English teachers, have announced that their main clientele of chinese students, are leaving.…

  • Visa agent accused of pocketing 230,000 baht after promising visa extensions

    Visa agent accused of pocketing 230,000 baht after promising visa extensions

    A woman claiming to be a visa agent is being accused of promising visa extensions for 25 migrant workers, but pocketed hundreds of thousands of baht. The owner of a bedding supplies company in Samut Prakan, just southeast of Bangkok, filed a complaint with police saying she paid the agent to get visa extensions for 25 of the 40 migrants…

  • Thailand’s education system: Part 2

    Thailand’s education system: Part 2

    Thailand’s formal education system has roots in the 13th century when King Rakhamhaeng the Great developed the Thai alphabet. As Thailand is among the few countries that was never colonized by European powers, its education system was developed mostly indigenously. Historically, commoners could receive an education at Buddhist monasteries, which is still offered today. During the 19th century, Thailand’s education…

  • Top 5 alternatives to liposuction in Thailand

    Top 5 alternatives to liposuction in Thailand

    You’ve dieted and you’ve exercised, yet those stubborn bulges in certain areas of your body just won’t go away. You want to take it to the next step by getting a fat reduction procedure, but you don’t want to go under the knife and get liposuction. So, what’s your option? Thanks to the advancement of technology, there are less painful…

  • SC21- 21st century cellular medicines specialists

    SC21- 21st century cellular medicines specialists

    Sponsored Article Although stem cells are known to work wonders, there is still a lot of misunderstanding about what they are, what they do, and how they work. The good news is that StemCells21 can clear everything up for you. SC21 produces all of its cellular medications in-house, and all of its treatments are performed at its cutting-edge medical centre…