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  • EVA Air announces major fleet upgrade with Airbus A350s and A321neos | Thaiger

    EVA Air announces major fleet upgrade with Airbus A350s and A321neos

    EVA Air, a leading global airline, is excited to announce a significant upgrade to its fleet with the acquisition of new, next-generation Airbus aircraft. This strategic move is set to enhance the airline’s operational efficiency and passenger experience. EVA Air has outlined plans to purchase 18 Airbus A350-1000 wide-body aircraft, with deliveries scheduled between 2026 and 2030. Additionally, the airline…

  • EU-ASEAN Green Diplomacy Week: Bangkok students address plastic waste challenge | Thaiger

    EU-ASEAN Green Diplomacy Week: Bangkok students address plastic waste challenge

    Plastic waste is one of the shared major problems in Southeast Asia, including Thailand. In 2020, the Roadmap Plastic Waste Management 2020-2030 was introduced as the policy framework for related agencies to achieve Thailand’s plastic waste reduction target. As part of the EU-ASEAN Green Diplomacy Weeks 2023, a local organization in Bangkok, Precious Plastic Bangkok, organised a Plastic Waste Recycling…

  • The American Boarding School Fair 2023: Explore world-class education opportunities for your child | Thaiger

    The American Boarding School Fair 2023: Explore world-class education opportunities for your child

    The American Boarding School Fair is coming to Bangkok for the very first time on November 12, 2023! Brought to you by Sesameed Education, Asia’s one-stop portal for boarding schools, the fair offers exquisite opportunities for parents seeking the very best for their children’s education. Meet the best American Boarding Schools As a parent, you probably know how challenging it…

  • How Phuket’s once tourism-reliant Greater Bangtao is tranforming into an international ‘Gold-Coast’ community | Thaiger

    How Phuket’s once tourism-reliant Greater Bangtao is tranforming into an international ‘Gold-Coast’ community

    Phuket’s once-quiet beachside west coast community of Bangtao is experiencing an unparalleled surge in real estate development. According to new research from C9 Hotelworks, there are currently 7,842 condominium units (click to see upcoming project map). Added to the supply influx are just over 2,400 upscale and luxury homes, which equate to a pipeline of more than 10,000 residential units…

  • As Phuket tourism market recovers, a potential “carmageddon” infrastructure crisis looms | Thaiger

    As Phuket tourism market recovers, a potential “carmageddon” infrastructure crisis looms

    Phuket hotels experienced promising momentum for the first half of 2023, which has set an optimistic path for the remainder of the year. At the mid-year juncture, international and domestic flight volume was already up 75% over total flights in 2022. Russia and China led the way as the two top tourism source markets in the first six months of…

  • Four Points by Sheraton Phuket hosts “Junior Chef Competition” to unearth future culinary talents | Thaiger

    Four Points by Sheraton Phuket hosts “Junior Chef Competition” to unearth future culinary talents

    Four Points by Sheraton Phuket Patong Beach Resort has discovered the culinary stars of the future in its inaugural “Junior Chef Competition”! Staged at the hotel’s glamorous Akara Grand Ballroom on September 29, 2023, this contest saw 22 up-and-coming commis chefs and internship students showcase their culinary skills. The contestants were challenged to craft one delectable dish that showcases one…

  • 17th ASEAN Café Show ready to welcome 25,000 visitors | Thaiger

    17th ASEAN Café Show ready to welcome 25,000 visitors

    The countdown begins for the 17th ASEAN Café Show 2023, aimed at boosting the coffee, tea, beverage, bakery, ice cream, and chocolate industries while stimulating the country’s economy, with anticipated revenue exceeding 500 million baht. Mr. Kavin Kittiboonya, the president of Kavin Intertrade, and the show organizer stated that the show is scheduled for October 26–29 at BITEC, Bangkok, under…

  • THAIFEX – HOREC Asia 2024 partners with AWC for Bangkok HOREC showcase | Thaiger

    THAIFEX – HOREC Asia 2024 partners with AWC for Bangkok HOREC showcase

    Koelnmesse, an international leader in organising food fairs and one of the organisers of THAIFEX – HOREC Asia 2024, has announced key partnerships with a series of world-class integrated properties, including Asset World Corporation Public Company Limited (AWC). This landmark collaboration with Thailand’s leading integrated lifestyle real estate group underscores THAIFEX – HOREC Asia’s pivotal role as a premier HoReCa…

  • Super Satang: Revolutionizing Youth Financial Literacy in Thailand | Thaiger

    Super Satang: Revolutionizing Youth Financial Literacy in Thailand

    The crisis of financial literacy in Thailand has reached crisis proportions, with startling statistics revealing a perilous landscape. Alarmingly, household debt has risen to 85% of the nation’s GDP, and an astounding 76% of the population plays the lottery, frequently at the expense of their financial stability. Against this bleak backdrop, Bangkok Patana School senior 17 year old Krishaan Phlaphongphanich,…

  • Jungceylon boosts public safety and confidence through enhanced security measures | Thaiger

    Jungceylon boosts public safety and confidence through enhanced security measures

    On 10 October, Mr. Sanya Armeen, Manager of Building & Engineering at Jungceylon, Patong, Phuket, in collaboration with the Patong Police Station, hosted a training session on “Step up Public Safety and Emergency Response.” This initiative equips our security personnel and Jungceylon staff to effectively handle various emergency situations, thereby ensuring the safety and confidence of both Thai and international…

  • ICONSIAM collaborates with Hong Kong Disneyland Resort | Thaiger

    ICONSIAM collaborates with Hong Kong Disneyland Resort

    ICONSIAM, a global landmark along the Chao Phraya River, collaborates with Hong Kong Disneyland Resort, unveils a 10-meter-tall majestic Olaf representation at River Park in the event “Celebrate Like Never Before at ICONSIAM”. This grand celebration not only commemorates the 5th anniversary of ICONSIAM as a global destination and leading travel hotspot but also marks the highly anticipated opening of…

  • The EU and ASEAN marked the start of Green Diplomacy Weeks 2023 through a fun run, walk, and cycling event in Jakarta | Thaiger

    The EU and ASEAN marked the start of Green Diplomacy Weeks 2023 through a fun run, walk, and cycling event in Jakarta

    Ambassador of the European Union (EU) to ASEAN, H.E. Sujiro Seam, the Deputy Secretary-General of ASEAN for ASEAN Socio-Cultural Community H.E. Ekkaphab Phanthavong and the Ambassador/Permanent Representative of the Republic of the Philippines to ASEAN, H.E. Hjayceelyn Mancenido Quintana, officially launched the start of the EU-ASEAN Green Diplomacy Weeks 2023 today in Jakarta, Indonesia. Over 300 people, representing officials from ASEAN,…

  • lyf Sukhumvit 8 Bangkok’s September to Remember Mini Fair: A day of community and fun! | Thaiger

    lyf Sukhumvit 8 Bangkok’s September to Remember Mini Fair: A day of community and fun!

    lyf Sukhumvit 8 Bangkok hosted a heartwarming and delightful gathering, the September to Remember Mini Fair, that left attendees with cherished memories to hold onto. Food Truck Fiesta The air was filled with mouthwatering aromas as food trucks lined up to tantalize taste buds. From gourmet pizza to delectable hotdogs, guests indulged in a culinary adventure like no other. Crafty…

  • Experience the essence of fall with new menu at Blue by Alain Ducasse | Thaiger

    Experience the essence of fall with new menu at Blue by Alain Ducasse

    Fall is the season of rich flavours and sumptuous ingredients. Michelin-star restaurant Blue by Alain Ducasse welcomes the season with a magnificent fall menu that marries tradition with innovation while showcasing the freshest seasonal ingredients. Executive Chef Wilfrid Hocquet curates a surprise menu around the best seasonal produce for those who want to fully surrender to the Ducasse culinary vision.…

  • Experience a ‘Holistic High’ at the second Phuket Cannabis Cup | Thaiger

    Experience a ‘Holistic High’ at the second Phuket Cannabis Cup

    Welcome to the second Phuket Cannabis Cup, where the worlds of holistic health and cannabis under the theme “Holistic Health, Holistic High” are united. Join a transformative experience that celebrates the intersection of wellness and cannabis culture, fostering a deeper connection between mind, body, spirit and nature. Get ready to explore a harmonious blend of wellness practices, conscious consumption, and…

  • Four Points by Sheraton Phuket Patong Beach Resort celebrates 3rd anniversary with exciting F&B offers | Thaiger

    Four Points by Sheraton Phuket Patong Beach Resort celebrates 3rd anniversary with exciting F&B offers

    Four Points by Sheraton Phuket Patong Beach Resort is inviting its treasured guests, local residents and other visitors to come together and celebrate the hotel’s 3rd Anniversary this October, with a series of sensational dining promotions and special offers! A full month of appetizing activities starts on October 1st, 2023 (12.00 – 15.00 hrs) with a spectacular Sunday Brunch International…

  • Step into a world of unforgettable joy: Monet & Friends Alive Bangkok unveils a new era of immersive experience | Thaiger

    Step into a world of unforgettable joy: Monet & Friends Alive Bangkok unveils a new era of immersive experience

    Grande Experiences, the producer and creator of Monet & Friends Alive, has partnered with Live Impact Events, renowned for world-class experiences, and ICONSIAM, the iconic landmark situated along the majestic Chao Phraya River, to present a remarkable new spectacle Monet & Friends Alive Bangkok. This digital immersive art experience is set to deliver an unparalleled fusion of entertainment and artistic…

  • M Card drives expat community through the ‘BANGKOK I’M EXPAT’ event | Thaiger

    M Card drives expat community through the ‘BANGKOK I’M EXPAT’ event

    M Card, by the Mall Group, highlights an important customer group, the expats, aiming to create the Expat Community in the event, “BANGKOK I’M EXPAT,” under the concept of Green Fair. The event expressed appreciation towards expats living in Thailand, who have continuously given positive feedback. This is a move forward to solidify the creation of an expat community, for…

  • Experience German Culture at the RIS Swiss Section Open House | Thaiger

    Experience German Culture at the RIS Swiss Section Open House

    Are you seeking an educational experience that will provide your child with a unique advantage through fluency in both German and English, as well as exposure to the vibrant cultures and values of Switzerland, Germany, and Austria? RIS Swiss Section offers the only Swiss/German curriculum in Bangkok, with German as the primary language of instruction. The school is known for…

  • Brighton College Bangkok celebrates outstanding results | Thaiger

    Brighton College Bangkok celebrates outstanding results

    Pupils at Brighton College Bangkok were delighted to receive excellent A Levels examination results last week, looking set to make the school one of the best performing in the whole of Asia. Almost half the grades that the pupils received were awarded at A* level, and 80% of all grades were A*-A. Brighton College Bangkok’s Year 13 pupils are now…

  • Outstanding IGCSE Results for Regents International School Pattaya 2022-23 | Thaiger

    Outstanding IGCSE Results for Regents International School Pattaya 2022-23

    Once again, students at Regents International School Pattaya are celebrating after receiving their long-awaited IGCSE results. The students’ incredible achievements have generated a buzz and cheering all across the school as the whole community celebrates their successes together. This year, we have seen 45% of the students gaining the top A*-A (9-7) grades, 90% of students achieving A*-C (9-4) grades…

  • Dusit Thani College shares ideas and knowledge on sustainability for service businesses at PHIST 2023 | Thaiger

    Dusit Thani College shares ideas and knowledge on sustainability for service businesses at PHIST 2023

    Dusit Thani College, Thailand’s leading hospitality education institution under the Dusit Thani Hotel Group, has annually participated in the PHIST or Phuket Hotels for Islands Sustaining Tourism event, which this year was recently held at SAii Laguna Phuket Hotel. PHIST is an innovative event rallying the hotel industry and its stakeholders to discuss environmental sustainability and community benefits. It is…

  • Dr. Jason Leong to bring his hilarious ‘Brain Drain Tour’ to Bangkok this November | Thaiger

    Dr. Jason Leong to bring his hilarious ‘Brain Drain Tour’ to Bangkok this November

    Dr. Jason Leong, former medical doctor and comedian with popular standup shows on Netflix, is set to make his uproarious debut in Thailand at “Dr. Jason Leong Brain Drain Tour in Bangkok” on Friday 3 November, at Siam Pavalai Royal Grand Theatre. Live Nation Tero Pre-sale opens on Friday 8 September via livenationtero.co.th. From medical doctor to the funniest comedian…

  • Charlie Puth is back to Bangkok with The ‘Charlie’ Live Experience Tour | Thaiger

    Charlie Puth is back to Bangkok with The ‘Charlie’ Live Experience Tour

    4x Grammy-nominated hitmaker Charlie Puth announced he will be embarking on a 2023 tour. Presented by Live Nation Tero, The “Charlie” Live Experience Bangkok is to happen on 6 October 2023 at Impact Arena Muang Thong Thani. Tickets from 1,800 baht are available starting with an Artist Presale beginning Thursday, July 27th. Live Nation Presale will start Friday, July 28th…

  • South East Asian hotels and resorts urged to grasp the “Green Premium” | Thaiger

    South East Asian hotels and resorts urged to grasp the “Green Premium”

    Hotels and resorts around Southeast Asia are failing to understand the “green premium” and how to leverage it to attract quality guests, according to leading figures in the region’s hospitality industry. The message that hotels and resorts are falling behind counterparts in other parts of the globe when it comes to capitalizing on the benefits associated with sustainable tourism was…

  • Brighton College Bangkok presents an exciting October Camp experience | Thaiger

    Brighton College Bangkok presents an exciting October Camp experience

    Brighton College Bangkok is excited to announce its upcoming October Camp, which will take place from October 16 to October 20. The camp will offer a variety of engaging activities for children aged 4 to 16 years old. The camp is not exclusive to Brighton College Bangkok pupils. Children from other schools are also welcome to join in the fun…

  • Iconic Craft Coffee Fest 2023: The grandest coffee festival | Thaiger

    Iconic Craft Coffee Fest 2023: The grandest coffee festival

    ICONSIAM, the global landmark along the Chao Phraya River, in collaboration with the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration, the Thai Chamber of Commerce and Board of Trade of Thailand, the Thai Coffee Association, the Institute for Small and Medium Enterprises Development (ISMED), ICONCRAFT, Siam Takashimaya, and ICS, proudly presents the grand coffee festival, ‘ICONIC CRAFT COFFEE FEST 2023‘. This event gathers more than 100…

  • Four Points by Sheraton Phuket Patong Beach Resort offers stage spectacular seafront events | Thaiger

    Four Points by Sheraton Phuket Patong Beach Resort offers stage spectacular seafront events

    Four Points by Sheraton Phuket Patong Beach Resort is not only a dream destination for tropical escapes and family vacations – it has redefined the island’s MICE sector by providing a spectacular setting for beachside business meetings, stylish social gatherings and one-of-a-kind weddings. Situated just steps from the soft sands of Patong Beach on Phuket’s sunset coast, this stylish seafront…

  • Miss Universe 2023 Official After Party: A glittering tribute to Studio 54 | Thaiger

    Miss Universe 2023 Official After Party: A glittering tribute to Studio 54

    The glamour, the glitz, and the electric energy of an era gone by came alive once again at the Miss Universe 2023 Official After Party held at Escape Bangkok. This sensational event is hosted jointly by Megatix Thailand and TPN with an iconic Studio 54 theme, a name synonymous with the golden age of disco and extravagant nightlife. The night…

  • A one way ticket to luxury with Sinae Phuket | Thaiger

    A one way ticket to luxury with Sinae Phuket

    Phuket, an unearthly opulent island off Thailand’s west coast, is renowned for its breathtaking natural beauty and heavenly ambiance. A location where unforgettable memories were made. With its spotless beaches, glistening waters, and particularly hospitable Thai culture. Stepping off the plane at Phuket international airport, we were immediately greeted by the soft tropical breeze and a feeling of overtaking happiness.…