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5 ways retirees in Thailand lose money (and how to stop it)
Retiring in Thailand can be affordable and enjoyable, but many retirees lose money due to common mistakes. High living costs, scams, and unexpected expenses can quickly drain savings. There are five ways that retirees in Thailand can lose money and...
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Festive celebrations at Four Points by Sheraton Patong Beach Resort
Discover a choice of dazzling dining experiences on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, followed by a glamorous New Year’s Eve dinner and after-party at Chao Leh Kitchen and The Deck Beach Club Patong or take part in the indoor celebrations at Akara Grand Ballroom Four Points by Sheraton Phuket Patong Beach Resort, which is nestled just steps from the sea…
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ONESIAM unveils spectacular celebration of joy at Siam Paragon, Siam Center, and Siam Discovery
Siam Paragon, Siam Center, and Siam Discovery, which are interconnected shopping centres collectively known as ONESIAM, are establishing a joyous year-end festival. United to become a Global Destination, they are presenting a parade of happiness for Thai patrons and international visitors alike. Infused with lively energy and excitement, the event features themed decorations curated by global artists in three distinctive…
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Join in the month-long New Year celebration at Topgolf Megacity with the Golden Ball Extravaganza
Topgolf Megacity is gearing up to kick off the New Year with a month-long celebration like no other! From December 1st to December 31st, Topgolf is excited to announce the return of the Golden Ball Campaign, which is here to spread holiday cheer. More than 50 golden golf balls per day will appear at any of the 102 bays, waiting…
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Peninsula Bangkok: festive feasts and holiday stay offers
For decades, The Peninsula Bangkok has served as a cherished “holiday home” to guests during the Christmas and New Year’s seasons. At this special time of year, travellers from around the world – as well as local Bangkok residents – converge at the resort along the Chao Phraya River to take part in an array of festive meals, performances, activities,…
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Comedy night Euphoria: global laughs and lively beats
Euphoria, a welcoming green oasis of cocktails nestled in Bangkok’s bustling urban landscape, is excited to announce a special ‘Leaf, Laugh, Love’ comedy event, showcasing an international array of six comedians. The event is scheduled for 8pm on Friday, December 8th, at Euphoria, situated above the Royal Queen Seeds shop in Asoke, offering an evening filled with humour and high…
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Le Meridien Phuket Mai Khao Beach Resort unveils stylish and sustainable new dining venues
Le Méridien Phuket Mai Khao Beach Resort, which brings culturally-infused hospitality to a secluded stretch of Phuket’s sunset coast, is inviting diners to discover four of the island’s newest and most exciting dining venues, which blend culinary creativity with sustainability to create memorable moments. Led by its highly skilled Executive Chef, Apisit (“Bomb”) Chaichana, who was born and raised in…
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Gourmet Market EMSPHERE: a new culinary destination opens in Thailand
Gourmet Market, the premium supermarket and WORLD CLASS GOURMET DESTINATION invites all to experience the largest and ultimate dining kingdom at the new hot hit branch, EMSPHERE. This grand launch sets its mood and tone under the concept “HANG NEVER OVER: Shop, Taste, Chill, and Repeat”, which offers a unique shopping phenomenon with an assembly of ingredients and fabulous delectable…
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Celebrate festive season with Marriott Bonvoy’s dining in Thailand
Marriott Bonvoy is ringing in the holiday season in Thailand with an amazing array of festive dining experiences for hotel guests and residents who want to come together and celebrate Christmas and New Year in style. With more than 50 hotels and resorts all across the kingdom, including popular destinations such as Bangkok, Phuket, Koh Samui, Hua Hin, Krabi and…
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Phuket’s Jungceylon unveils ‘PINK A WISH’ festivities
Jungceylon Shopping Center in Patong, Phuket, dazzles with its ‘PINK A WISH’ celebration, featuring a transformed look, new stores, and exciting year-end promotions. Phuket Square Company Limited, the manager of Jungceylon Shopping Center in Patong, Phuket, has allocated a budget of more than 10 million baht to transform the shopping centre and offer an array of promotions and entertainment activities.…
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Miskawaan Health Group reveals new healthcare visions for American Express Thailand clients
On November 13, in Bangkok, Miskawaan Health Group, led by Chairman David Boehm, hosted an exclusive private dinner for American Express Thailand clients at the esteemed 1 Michelin-starred restaurant, Savelberg Thailand. The event brought together key figures from the healthcare, sports, and financial sectors, including Prom Sirisant, Country Manager of American Express Thailand, Kae-Chollada Sirisant, and Dr. Andy Schillinger, among…
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Royal Queen Seeds debuts Euphoria at the after-party for Asia Hemp Expo
Royal Queen Seeds cordially invites you to join them at Euphoria for a night that promises to blend relaxation, entertainment, and the essence of cannabis culture. Royal Queen Seeds, renowned in the cannabis industry, proudly announces the debut of Euphoria, its latest venture in Bangkok. Euphoria will open its doors tomorrow for the first time at an exclusive after-party, setting…
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Siam Paragon: a must-visit global destination
The vision behind the creation of Siam Paragon was to showcase the esteemed essence of ‘Siam’ to the world. Siam Paragon is a strategic establishment with a grand ambition to become a renowned ‘Global Destination’ and the landmark of Bangkok. Siam Paragon has successfully played a pivotal role in driving the country’s tourism and has been recognized as a top-of-mind…
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Chao Leh Kitchen wins Tripadvisor ‘Best of the Best’ award, being ranked #8 in the ‘Top 10 Everyday Eats Restaurants’ in Thailand
Chao Leh Kitchen, the vibrant all-day dining destination at Four Points by Sheraton Patong Beach Resort, has been named as the 8th best restaurant in Thailand for “Everyday Eats,” in the Tripadvisor 2023 Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best Awards! Bright and inviting, with a relaxed yet energetic vibe, Chao Leh Kitchen delights diners every day with its authentic Thai,…
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Ascot International School: Nurturing tomorrow’s leaders with the IB curriculum
Ascot International School Bangkok distinguishes itself through its unique approach to the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum. While other schools may also implement the IB framework, Ascot International School goes beyond by creating a learning environment where students not only learn but flourish as well-rounded students. Comprehensive IB Programme Ascot’s commitment to the IB curriculum spans all levels of education, offering…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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Siam Piwat, the No.1 Global Landmark Developer, delivers extraordinary festive experiences in celebration of the holiday season
No.1 Developer of Global Landmark Destination: Achieving traffic of over 100 million visitors across all shopping malls in 2023 and reigning as the No.1 destinations for Thai and international tourists. No.1 Creator of Holiday Season Experiences: Delivering global experience through over 40 iconic events in the final quarter of the year. No. 1 Countdown Landmark: #1 Delivering a spectacular celebration…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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BWH Hotels continues to thrive in Bangkok with the opening of the Best Western Click Sathorn 11
BWH Hotels, the leading global hospitality network comprising WorldHotels™, Best Western® Hotels & Resorts and SureStay® Hotels, has continued its rapid expansion in Thailand with the launch of the Best Western Click Sathorn 11, Bangkok. Nestled on a quiet residential street, just moments from the soaring skyscrapers of Sathorn Road, Bangkok’s main financial district, and not far from the lively…
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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,…
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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,…
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A new era for the American School of Bangkok Sukhumvit following its membership in XCL Education
In a remarkable evolution, The American School of Bangkok Sukhumvit, a distinguished institution with a rich 40-year legacy of academic excellence and student achievements, proudly unveiled its new identity following a strategic rebranding initiative in collaboration with XCL Education, the renowned education group serving 21,000 students across 17 private and international schools and preschools in Southeast Asia. Since the collaboration…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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