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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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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…
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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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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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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…
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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…
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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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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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