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    Best islands to visit in Thailand before peak tourism season hits

    The Thaiger key takeaways November is the sweet spot. The month offers sunshine without the crowds or inflated prices. The Andaman Sea and Eastern Gulf are dry and peaceful, while the Southern Gulf is still rainy. ravel insurance like SafetyWing’s...

  • Doja Cat returns, debuts with new single, ‘Jealous Type’ | Thaiger

    Doja Cat returns, debuts with new single, ‘Jealous Type’

    GRAMMY award-winning global superstar Doja Cat returns with her new single and music video “Jealous Type”, out now via Kemosabe Records/ RCA Records. Produced by Jack Antonoff (Taylor Swift, Lorde) and Y2K (Ariana Grande, Tate McRae), with the music video directed by Boni Mata and filmed in Los Angeles, Doja Cat’s “Jealous Type” was first teased in her Summer ’25 campaign with Marc Jacobs. The track is set to appear…

  • Sartoria by Paulo Airaudo welcomes summer with bold and seasonal creations | Thaiger

    Sartoria by Paulo Airaudo welcomes summer with bold and seasonal creations

    Sartoria by Paulo Airaudo, the stylish and sophisticated Italian restaurant located on the 56th floor of EA Rooftop at The Empire, introduces its refreshing new summer menus that highlight the season’s finest ingredients. Designed to awaken the senses, these culinary journeys capture the brightness and elegance of summer in Italy through bold creativity and refined European flair. The first Southeast…

  • RAVA: A new beach club experience at Banyan Tree Phuket | Thaiger

    RAVA: A new beach club experience at Banyan Tree Phuket

    A new era of beach club experience has just arrived in Thailand’s southern island province with Rava, the latest lifestyle concept from Banyan Tree Phuket. Located within Laguna Phuket, an integrated resort destination along the beloved Bang Tao Beach, Rava is a sprawling beach club tucked along a 180 metre shoreline, making it the longest beach club in Thailand. Translating…

  • Massilia introduces the iconic Ruota di Carro Pizza at Ruamrudee | Thaiger

    Massilia introduces the iconic Ruota di Carro Pizza at Ruamrudee

    Massilia, Bangkok’s multi-awarded Italian restaurant and pizzeria, is proud to announce the launch of its newest menu addition: the Ruota di Carro. This spectacular pizza, rooted in Neapolitan tradition, is now exclusively available at Massilia Ruamrudee. The Ruota di Carro, which translates to “wagon wheel” in Italian, is a pizza made to bring people together. Big, crisp, and full of…

  • Summer Sonic Bangkok 2025: Get ready for a showdown in the capital! | Thaiger

    Summer Sonic Bangkok 2025: Get ready for a showdown in the capital!

    The countdown is on, only a few days to go! Get ready, because Summer Sonic Bangkok 2025 is just around the corner! On August 23 to 24, Bangkok will transform into the ultimate music capital with two blazing stages over two explosive days. If you miss this, you’re truly missing out! Don’t be mistaken, this isn’t your run-of-the-mill concert. It’s…

  • Tara Pattana International School joins International Schools Partnership | Thaiger

    Tara Pattana International School joins International Schools Partnership

    Tara Pattana International School (TPIS) has officially joined the International Schools Partnership (ISP), a leading global group of international schools consisting of over 110 private schools across 25 countries. The group currently educates over 100,000 students worldwide. This partnership marks a milestone in TPIS’s mission to deliver world-class international education in Pattaya. Becoming part of ISP strengthens TPIS’s position in…

  • Peripheral Pictures/Mbrella Films’ & Hollywood Thailand’s ‘Peen Kleaw Thai’ debuts August 21 | Thaiger

    Peripheral Pictures/Mbrella Films’ & Hollywood Thailand’s ‘Peen Kleaw Thai’ debuts August 21

    What would you risk to save your home? In a gripping tale of loyalty, redemption, and survival set in modern-day Bangkok, a young man must confront a violent gang to protect his home village. This high-stakes conflict forms the basis of the new Thai action-drama, Peen Kleaw, which will have its theatrical release in Thailand on August 21, 2025. Directed…

  • The Italian Table: A six-hands culinary collaboration | Thaiger

    The Italian Table: A six-hands culinary collaboration

    JW Marriott Khao Lak Resort & Spa, the leading destination dining resort in Phang Nga, is proud to unveil The Italian Table on August 29 and 30, 2025, a two-night collaboration bringing together three of Thailand’s most visionary Italian chefs for one unforgettable dining experience. Hosted at Olive, the resort’s signature Italian kitchen, this special event is set to showcase the…

  • IHG Hotels & Resorts announces senior appointments ahead of the opening of Thailand’s first voco hotel | Thaiger

    IHG Hotels & Resorts announces senior appointments ahead of the opening of Thailand’s first voco hotel

    IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, is pleased to announce the senior leadership team at voco Bangkok Surawong, with Walid Ouezini appointed as General Manager, Wipusana Sriwieng as Director of Sales & Marketing, and Patthira Weir as Director of Marketing Communications. Slated to open in late 2025, the hotel will mark the debut of IHG’s…

  • Kora Beach Resort Phuket makes dazzling debut with grand opening on Bangtao Beach | Thaiger

    Kora Beach Resort Phuket makes dazzling debut with grand opening on Bangtao Beach

    On 9 August, a new pearl began to shine along Bangtao and Phuket’s pristine shoreline as Kora Beach Resort Phuket proudly celebrated two unforgettable milestones: Official opening ceremony of Kora Beach Resort Phuket As sunset painted the Andaman Sea in brilliant hues of gold and coral, Kora Beach Resort Phuket welcomed guests to the Official Opening Ceremony, marking the start…

  • Kao unveils the ‘Kirei World’ Experience: Inspiring sustainable living through innovation at NST Fair 2025 | Thaiger

    Kao unveils the ‘Kirei World’ Experience: Inspiring sustainable living through innovation at NST Fair 2025

    Kao Industrial (Thailand) Co., Ltd., a leading Japanese manufacturer of consumer and chemical products, has presented its immersive Kirei World Tour experience at the National Science and Technology Fair 2025 (NST Fair 2025), organised by the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation under the theme Science in Action for Sustainable Community. The fair showcases Kao’s vision of creating…

  • Kristian Petersen appointed as General Manager of Royal Orchid Sheraton Riverside Hotel Bangkok | Thaiger

    Kristian Petersen appointed as General Manager of Royal Orchid Sheraton Riverside Hotel Bangkok

    Royal Orchid Sheraton Riverside Hotel Bangkok is delighted to announce the appointment of Kristian Petersen as General Manager, effective August 4. A veteran hospitality leader with over 20 years of experience with Marriott International, Kristian brings a wealth of expertise in hotel operations, pre-opening strategy, and brand transformation across Asia Pacific and Europe. Kristian most recently served as General Manager of…

  • Mastering the foundations: A comprehensive guide to technical analysis theories | Thaiger

    Mastering the foundations: A comprehensive guide to technical analysis theories

    Technical analysis offers a structured approach to determining what to trade, when to enter the market, and how long to remain involved. Its core principle is simple: every known fact—economic or otherwise—is already reflected in the price. Thus, by observing price and volume alone, traders can discern patterns of crowd psychology and, in turn, anticipate future movements. In practice, any…

  • Admire Bespoke Tailor: Elegance, luxury and your style statement | Thaiger

    Admire Bespoke Tailor: Elegance, luxury and your style statement

    Admire Bespoke Tailor, a premium custom tailor in Bangkok, is renowned for its approach, which balances traditional craftsmanship with modern techniques. The tailor is no stranger to creating elegant, high-quality suits for clients from Thailand and around the world, where each piece is made with luxury in mind while also matching your style. Admire Bespoke Tailors: Suits that tell your…

  • ‘Journeys from City to Sea’ with the Autograph Collection Hotels in Thailand | Thaiger

    ‘Journeys from City to Sea’ with the Autograph Collection Hotels in Thailand

    Autograph Collection Hotels, the global collection of independent hotels selected for their unique character and design, invites experience-seeking travellers to embark on a Journeys from City to Sea in Thailand with a special package that includes inspiring stays at two of its distinctive, culture-rich hotels. To celebrate its growing presence in Thailand, Autograph Collection has crafted an immersive journey that includes…

  • Smash Into Pieces – ‘ArmaHeaven Prophecy’ Live in Bangkok | Thaiger

    Smash Into Pieces – ‘ArmaHeaven Prophecy’ Live in Bangkok

    Brace yourself, Bangkok! Sweden’s renowned cinematic rock band, Smash Into Pieces, is bringing their electrifying ArmaHeaven Prophecy tour to Samyan Mitrtown Hall in Bangkok on Wednesday, August 20. This concert marks the launch of Chapter IX in the Smash Into Pieces saga. Following their success with the Ghost Code album, get ready for their most ambitious live production yet. Fans…

  • Cavaliere Enzo Peroni: A legacy forged in global business and Italian heritage | Thaiger

    Cavaliere Enzo Peroni: A legacy forged in global business and Italian heritage

    From the agricultural heartland of Alto Lazio (upper Lazio) to the dynamic markets of Asia, Cavaliere Enzo Peroni’s career is a compelling narrative of entrepreneurship, strategic adaptation, and a steadfast commitment to his Italian roots. As the founder and CEO of EP Group of Companies and the visionary force behind Café Buongiorno, Cavaliere Peroni has built an empire upon the…

  • Introducing XM Traders Club, your new trading advantage | Thaiger

    Introducing XM Traders Club, your new trading advantage

    XM has officially rebranded its loyalty programme under the new name ‘XM Traders Club,’ aiming to elevate the trading experience with greater value. Members can accumulate XMC (XM Coin) every time they open a trade, which can then be redeemed for bonuses, cash, or a wide variety of premium rewards. Trade smarter with XM Traders Club and reward points The…

  • Asia Pacific’s first LGBTQ+ digital health platform launches in Thailand | Thaiger

    Asia Pacific’s first LGBTQ+ digital health platform launches in Thailand

    As we inch closer towards inclusivity in healthcare, PrideHealth, Asia Pacific’s first LGBTQ+-centric digital health platform, has officially launched in Thailand. PrideHealth is designed to bridge the gap in healthcare access for LGBTQ+ and marginalised individuals, who remain disproportionately underserved in traditional healthcare systems across the region. PrideHealth was founded by medical industry executive Bruce Li (CEO & CTO), award-winning marketeer…

  • Sole Mio Sunset: A Van Gogh-inspired rooftop art evening | Thaiger

    Sole Mio Sunset: A Van Gogh-inspired rooftop art evening

    Stories unfold in layers of ink, flavour, and movement at Sole Mio Boutique Hotel & Wellness this August. As Volume 6 of the Soul & Sole Sunset Journeys, Sunset Print Stories brings together cultural craft and culinary experience in a rooftop setting where traditional Thai printmaking meets modern flavour, all set to the backdrop of a Bangtao sunset. Aligned with…

  • HONNE delivers an emotionally charged night at The OUCH Bangkok Tour | Thaiger

    HONNE delivers an emotionally charged night at The OUCH Bangkok Tour

    The Ouch Bangkok Tour concert, held on July 27, before yesterday, at TRUE ICON HALL, ICONSIAM, was far more than just a musical performance; it was an emotional journey that left a lasting impression on every fan in attendance. Throughout the show, the British duo poured their hearts into every song, delivering a seamless blend of tender melodies and electrifying…

  • Phuket’s green season revival at Sip & Surf x Beach Break @Kamala 2025 | Thaiger

    Phuket’s green season revival at Sip & Surf x Beach Break @Kamala 2025

    The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), Phuket Office, together with Kamala Go Surfing Club, Kamala Subdistrict Municipality and partners are proud to present Sip & Surf x Beach Break @Kamala 2025, a vibrant seaside event set to take place from July 25 to 27 at Kamala Beach, Kathu District, Phuket Province. The event aims to integrate beachside leisure with the…

  • Kao unveils ‘Green Pavement’ project for sustainable road solutions | Thaiger

    Kao unveils ‘Green Pavement’ project for sustainable road solutions

    Kao Industrial (Thailand) Co., Ltd., a leading Japanese manufacturer of consumer and chemical products, has joined forces with the Faculty of Engineering at Chiang Mai University to roll out the ‘Green Pavement’ project for more sustainable roads. This initiative showcases Kao’s innovative NEWTLAC technology, which repurposes used PET plastic bottles into a chemical additive for asphalt. This technology enhances road…

  • Together Festival turns up the heat every single year – and 2025 is no exception | Thaiger

    Together Festival turns up the heat every single year – and 2025 is no exception

    Together Festival 2025 returns with another powerhouse lineup, proving once again why they are Southeast Asia’s premier dance music events. The iconic festival continues to build on its reputation for high-energy performances and massive buzz. The first phase lineup alone features a mix of legendary EDM icons and rising stars who are shaking up the global scene, the kind of…

  • Hong Kong to host four major lifestyle fairs in fall 2025 | Thaiger

    Hong Kong to host four major lifestyle fairs in fall 2025

    Thailand and Hong Kong continue to strengthen their long-standing trade ties, offering exciting business opportunities through world-class exhibitions. The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) invites Thai businesses, suppliers, and retailers to participate in four upcoming lifestyle fairs happening between September and November 2025 in Hong Kong. These events promise to connect regional traders with global markets through physical exhibitions…

  • Bao Bao by Chef Yubin: Michelin-level Shanghai dim sum arrives to centralwOrld | Thaiger

    Bao Bao by Chef Yubin: Michelin-level Shanghai dim sum arrives to centralwOrld

    Shanghai’s legendary dim sum experience has officially arrived in Bangkok as Bao Bao has opened its doors at centralwOrld, Level 6, Atrium zone. Famed for its authentic recipes and Michelin-level culinary expertise, Bao Bao offers Thai food lovers a chance to savour the rich tradition of Chinese cuisine, right in the capital. Helmed by Chef Yubin, a Michelin-rated expert in…

  • Why traders in Thailand are choosing EC Markets for gold and forex trading | Thaiger

    Why traders in Thailand are choosing EC Markets for gold and forex trading

    Gold and forex trading have long been favourites among investors in Thailand, but why are so many traders now turning to EC Markets? The answer lies in a combination of tight spreads, ultra-fast execution, Thai baht (THB) deposit support, and globally trusted regulation. Let’s dive into why EC Markets is becoming the go-to forex and gold trading platform in Thailand,…

  • Solventum celebrates first anniversary in Thailand with launch of two groundbreaking dental innovations | Thaiger

    Solventum celebrates first anniversary in Thailand with launch of two groundbreaking dental innovations

    Solventum, a leading global healthcare innovation company, proudly marked its first anniversary of operations in Thailand with the unveiling of two cutting-edge dental products: 3M™ Clinpro™ Clear Fluoride Treatment and 3M™ Filtek™ Easy Match. The launch took place recently at the Thailand Dental Association (TDA) 2025 exhibition at the Bangkok Convention Centre at CentralWorld, underscoring Solventum’s more than 70-year legacy…

  • Discover southern charm at Pakk Taii Design Week 2025 | Thaiger

    Discover southern charm at Pakk Taii Design Week 2025

    Get ready for a journey to Pakk Taii Design Week 2025 (PTDW2025), the annual creative festival showcasing southern Thailand! From 28 August to 7 September 2025, the historic Old Town of Songkhla and Hat Yai will come alive as all 14 southern provinces unite to highlight the region’s charm and potential. Under this year’s ‘South Paradise’ theme, the event promises…

  • Why Isaan must be creative: Transforming regional pride into economic power get ready for unmissable programme highlights | Thaiger

    Why Isaan must be creative: Transforming regional pride into economic power get ready for unmissable programme highlights

    In an era where creativity is the driving force behind economic and social development, the presence of a regional creative festival in Isaan, the Northeast region of Thailand, is more essential than ever. It goes beyond art, culture, and innovation; it serves as a vital platform that inspires Isaan natives who have moved to larger cities to return home, applying…