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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...

  • Experience German Culture at the RIS Swiss Section Open House

    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

    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…

  • Stray puppy becomes millionth animal to be neutered and vaccinated by Soi Dog Foundation

    Stray puppy becomes millionth animal to be neutered and vaccinated by Soi Dog Foundation

    A one-eyed stray puppy in Thailand has become the millionth animal to be neutered and vaccinated by the animal welfare organisation Soi Dog Foundation. Aptly named ‘Million’, the homeless puppy was taken in by one of the foundation’s mobile sterilisation teams after she was found on the streets of Nakhon Si Thammarat, and soon after became the millionth animal to…

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

    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…

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

    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

    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…

  • TAT reveals 20 unique wellness itineraries to capture global attention

    TAT reveals 20 unique wellness itineraries to capture global attention

    The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) recently hosted a Thailand Wellness Business Make Over seminar aimed at encouraging health and wellness providers to devise creative offerings that appeal to the Global Wellness Tourism Market. A key aspect of the event was a wellness itineraries contest that successfully drew participation from a range of providers. Aligned with the Thai Government’s Thailand…

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

    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…

  • Iconic Craft Coffee Fest 2023: The grandest coffee festival

    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

    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…

  • Win 150,000 baht in prizes in DeeMoney’s short ad campaign

    Win 150,000 baht in prizes in DeeMoney’s short ad campaign

    DeeMoney invites everyone to participate in the short advertising entries campaign on TikTok with the hashtag #DeeMoneyOWNDEEChallenge. Feel free to express your creativity for a chance to win a variety of prizes, totaling 150,000 Baht. The objective is to raise awareness among the target audience and the wider public through TikTok. SawasdeeShop, the leading Thai fintech company specializing in cross-border…

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

    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…

  • The Thaiger introduces revamped mobile app with exciting new features

    The Thaiger introduces revamped mobile app with exciting new features

    Did you know that The Thaiger just launched a newly upgraded mobile application? Neatly packaged in a user-friendly format, this new app is easy to navigate for both the tech-savvy and the not-so. Now, you can get the latest updates about Thailand with even more ease through your Android or Apple devices. A wide range of news coverage and fresh…

  • Gastronomic delights at Swizzles in Eastin Grand Sathorn Bangkok

    Gastronomic delights at Swizzles in Eastin Grand Sathorn Bangkok

    Eastin Grand Sathorn Bangkok invites you to enjoy a selection of homemade sweet and savoury treats in the comfort of Swizzles Bar & Lounge in the lobby. The pastry chef and his team have created some mouth-watering items with a choice of tempting fillings such as Smoked Salmon on Bagel Bread (with shallots, capers, cream cheese and dill mustard) and…

  • Farm-to-table movement takes centre stage at PHIST 2023

    Farm-to-table movement takes centre stage at PHIST 2023

    The flourishing farm-to-fork movement will take centre stage at PHIST 2023 (Phuket Hotels for Islands Sustaining Tourism), as a group of leading chefs demonstrate how Michelin ratings can raise the bar for sustainability and social responsibility in Thailand. PHIST 2023, Southeast Asia’s biggest sustainability event for the travel and hospitality sectors, returns to Phuket on 4th September with an energizing full-day…

  • Blue by Alain Ducasse presents The Artisanal Panettone by Chef Christophe Grilo

    Blue by Alain Ducasse presents The Artisanal Panettone by Chef Christophe Grilo

    Michelin-starred French restaurant Blue by Alain Ducasse is thrilled to introduce the launch of a delightful culinary masterpiece, a handcrafted panettone. Created by Executive Pastry & Artisan Baker Christophe Grilo, the panettone is made with only the finest ingredients and then slow-fermented, resulting in a sweet treat that is light, airy, and full of flavour. The making of this irresistible…

  • Antito – A zesty new resto-bar featuring creative Italian cuisine

    Antito – A zesty new resto-bar featuring creative Italian cuisine

    Eastin Grand Sathorn Bangkok is delighted to announce the Antito, a zesty new Resto-Bar by Michelin Chef Amerigo Tito Sesti, serving creative Italian cuisine in a relaxed poolside setting on the 14th floor with spectacular city views. Antito is a new concept for Bangkok and has been named from the merging of antipasti, meaning appetisers in Italian and highlights of…

  • Thailand elevates health and wellness tourism to global excellence with exclusive trade meet

    Thailand elevates health and wellness tourism to global excellence with exclusive trade meet

    The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is proud to announce a significant step forward in advancing Thai health and wellness tourism through the Amazing Thailand Health and Wellness New Chapters New Experience Exclusive Trade Meet 2023. This prestigious event, hosted at the Conrad Bangkok Hotel on 24th July, aims to connect health and wellness representatives from all over the world…

  • How Blue Tree Phuket is helping businesses build better teams

    How Blue Tree Phuket is helping businesses build better teams

    Transforming the way businesses build their teams, Blue Tree Phuket now offers team-building services to B2B business groups. The initiative utilises their spacious environment and their expertise in fostering individual growth in organisations. More than just an entertainment centre Blue Tree Phuket is an all-encompassing entertainment complex. It boasts more than 55.35 acres of green area and state-of-the-art facilities. And…

  • Angsana Laguna Phuket welcomes Chef Giordano Roscini and Chef Sunil Kumar

    Angsana Laguna Phuket welcomes Chef Giordano Roscini and Chef Sunil Kumar

    The Angsana Laguna Phuket is a hotel that caters to the modern traveller who seeks style and authenticity. The luxury provided by the beautiful environment, azure ocean, large swimming pool, and eye-catching houses and accommodating rooms could only be supplemented by exquisite cuisine. With that in regard, the Angsana Laguna already provides a foundation of eight restaurants with Chefs to…

  • Top 10 Digital Marketing Agencies In Thailand (2024)

    Top 10 Digital Marketing Agencies In Thailand (2024)

    Are you searching for a trustworthy digital marketing agency in Thailand? The digital marketing industry is highly competitive, especially in Thailand’s tropical paradise, where picturesque photo opportunities are around every corner. It really is a content creator’s dream. But how do you go about finding the best of the best without having to endlessly scroll through brands you aren’t sure…

  • Exploring the world of ethical hacking

    Exploring the world of ethical hacking

    Ethical hacking is the practice of using hacking techniques to test the security of a computer system or network. Ethical hackers, also known as white hat hackers, are hired by organisations to find and fix security vulnerabilities before malicious hackers can exploit them. In its article, CyberGhost talked about ethical hackers and the need for more professional and ethical hackers…

  • Chulalongkorn combats cancer in lab animals with plant-based antibody

    Chulalongkorn combats cancer in lab animals with plant-based antibody

    For the first time in Thailand, lecturers at Chulalongkorn University’s Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences have successfully developed antibody from tobacco plants with inhibitory effects on the growth of cancer cells in laboratory animals. This signals hope for access to effective cancer medication and treatment at a lower cost. From world-class success in producing a COVID-19 vaccine from tobacco plants, today…

  • Stay refreshed in Phuket with “Bed & Brews” at Four Points by Sheraton

    Stay refreshed in Phuket with “Bed & Brews” at Four Points by Sheraton

    Four Points by Sheraton Phuket Patong Beach Resort, one of the island’s most stylish beachside retreats, is inviting craft beer lovers to enjoy a refreshing seafront escape that blends world-class hospitality with Phuket’s “Best Brews.” Under Four Points by Sheraton’s signature brand beverage program, guests can experience the vibrant taste of Chalawan Pale Ale. This locally-brewed craft beer is available…

  • ICS joins hands with Siriraj Hospital for Groundbreaking Launch of ‘SIRIRAJ H SOLUTIONS’

    ICS joins hands with Siriraj Hospital for Groundbreaking Launch of ‘SIRIRAJ H SOLUTIONS’

    The ICS Lifestyle Complex, located opposite ICONSIAM, has partnered with Siriraj Hospital to launch the groundbreaking “SIRIRAJ H SOLUTIONS.” This pioneering preventive and integrative health center aims to extend comprehensive healthcare services beyond the confines of the hospital, making it the very first center of its kind outside the hospital premises. With the ambitious goal of establishing a revolutionary healthcare…

  • Industry pioneers KP HO and Bill Bensley to headline PHIST 6, Southeast Asia’s largest sustainability event

    Industry pioneers KP HO and Bill Bensley to headline PHIST 6, Southeast Asia’s largest sustainability event

    Press Release PHIST (Phuket Hotels for Islands Sustaining Tourism), Southeast Asia’s biggest sustainability event for the travel and hospitality industries, is back with a bang this September with an energizing full-day forum headlined by one of the region’s most inspiring leaders: KP Ho, the founder of Banyan Tree Group and pioneer of Laguna Phuket. He will be joined in a…

  • TAT unveils revolutionary Meaningful Wellness Travel programs

    TAT unveils revolutionary Meaningful Wellness Travel programs

    Embarking on a wellness journey in the 21st century has taken a significant turn as people across the globe seek deeper meaning in their lives. Meaningful Wellness Travel has emerged in the realm of wellness tourism, reflecting the aspirations of post-Covid wellness travellers who yearn for more than just a spa retreat. Travellers are seeking a transformative voyage that nurtures…

  • Aira Hotel Bangkok marks first anniversary with grand Gatsby-themed gala

    Aira Hotel Bangkok marks first anniversary with grand Gatsby-themed gala

    Aira Hotel Bangkok, a jewel in Kingston Hotels Group’s crown, recently commemorated its first year of operation with a glamorous Gatsby-themed soirée that left an indelible mark on its guests. Having first opened its doors to global travellers on 1st July 2022, the hotel has since garnered significant acclaim and has emerged as a hotspot for tourists from across the…

  • Experience ASEAN Matariki at Mövenpick BDMS Wellness Resort

    Experience ASEAN Matariki at Mövenpick BDMS Wellness Resort

    Mövenpick BDMS Wellness Resort and South East Asia Centre of Asia-Pacific Excellence (Southeast Asia CAPE) are proud to host the highly anticipated press conference for ASEAN Matariki. This event will showcase the rich cultural heritage of the Maori and promote education, culture, and the arts. The showcase will take place on the 17th of July 2023 at the stunning Mövenpick…

  • Indulge in Steamed Korean Abalone at Wah Lok Cantonese Restaurant

    Indulge in Steamed Korean Abalone at Wah Lok Cantonese Restaurant

    Experience a taste of refined Cantonese culinary tradition at Wah Lok Cantonese Restaurant, located in Carlton Hotel Bangkok Sukhumvit. The restaurant joyfully unveils their new Dish of the Month, from July to August 2023: Steamed Live Korean Abalone with Glass Noodles and Minced Garlic in Soya Sauce. Bringing to the plate unparalled delicacy Executive Chinese Chef, Lam Kok Weng, personifies…