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Sponsored Why health insurance costs more each year and how expats in Thailand can save more money
Each year, many expats living in Thailand see their health insurance premiums go up and often without a clear reason. This can be frustrating, especially when you're trying to plan your budget. But by understanding why prices rise and learning...
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Get your own car without buying or leasing with Carzuno
Sponsored Are you tired of squeezing your way in and out of public transport during rush hours? Do you waste a lot of time transiting between different modes of transportation? We can all agree that having your own car comes with unparalleled convenience, flexibility and freedom. However, there is a catch. Purchasing a vehicle can be a tedious process with…
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The best restaurants in Phuket you need to try in 2024
Laid-back tropical vibes, beautiful beaches, and breathtaking natural beauty are always a given in Phuket. And so is mouthwatering food! This island is home to a plethora of amazing restaurants that serve delectable cuisine in a relaxed setting. You may find practically anything here, whether you want to try authentic Thai cuisine or popular international fare. However, with so many…
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How can parents keep kids busy during Bangkok summer holidays
Summer holidays for Bangkok international schools are nearly here. For working parents who are trying to balance work, and family, and will be spending at least some of the summer in the city, the question is how to keep their children busy and engaged? One of the best online resources for expat parents looking for activities is BKK Kids. With…
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The Monk Life Project – embrace the path of Dhamma in Thailand
Press Release Monk Life Project’s new 30-Day Ordination programme with English-speaking teaching monks eases the process for foreigners to embrace the path of Dhamma as monks. It is recorded that when King Ajatashatru of the Haryanka dynasty in Magadha, East India, asked the Buddha about the benefits of ordained life, Buddha said, “The life of the householder is a narrow…
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How to open these 5 popular Thai fruits
With their bizarre textures, colours, shapes, sizes, and smells, Thai fruits are a delight for your eyes and taste buds. Sure, you can find these fruits anywhere in the world nowadays. However, they rarely taste as good as when you eat them in Thailand – especially when you come in the right season when they’re freshest! As juicy and tasty…
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Top 6 yoga studios in Thailand for 2022
With its mindful atmosphere and beautiful surroundings, Thailand has long been a great place to practice the art of yoga. World-class yoga studios continue to blossom in the country, welcoming both dedicated yogis and beginners. There’s no shortage of great options to learn yoga and exchange knowledge with like-minded yogis from across the globe. The yoga studios in the country…
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What makes Supalai Icon Sathorn the ideal property choice
Sponsored Article Looking for your ideal high-class luxury property in Bangkok? If yes then we’d like to introduce you to Supalai Icon Sathorn, a high-rise luxury condominium located in the heart of Bangkok. This property was awarded the winner of the Asia Pacific Property Awards 2020-2021 prize for mixed-use development in Thailand. The development consists of both commercial buildings as…
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How Thailand is shifting to aged care in the home
Thailand’s ageing society is growing rapidly, with a quarter of Thais who are 60 years and older forecasted to account for one-third of the population by 2040. Despite expectations that the country would see a rapid escalation of assisted living and nursing homes being developed, COVID-19 became a game-changer. While traditionally many Thais have lived and grown up in multigenerational…
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Make your dream vacation at these 5 grandest luxury villas in Phuket
Sponsored Over the years, the island of Phuket has become a magnet for luxury travellers who seek to experience the finer things in life. While 5-star hotels and boutique resorts have gratified the needs of discerning holidaymakers, a relatively new form of accommodation has come to redefine the true meaning of a luxury stay – private villas. Set in the…
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Unique spa treatments to try in Thailand
Travelling around Thailand is definitely exciting but also exhausting. After exploring the night markets on your feet, swimming in the ocean all day, sampling delicious food, and hiking in a national park to visit a beautiful waterfall, an amazing session of rest and relaxation is just what you need. Fortunately, there’s no shortage of incredible spas in Thailand offering some…
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The WHO insist monkeypox is not “a gay disease’
World Health Organisation officials Monday revealed the outbreak of the monkeypox virus in Europe and the US “is primarily spreading through sex among men with around 200 confirmed and suspected cases across a dozen countries.” But today the WHO insist that the disease isn’t just isolated to one community. Andy Seale, from the WHO’s Department of Global HIV, Hepatitis and…
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100,000 messages from teenagers suffering from mental health illnesses
The Thailand Policy Lab received over 100,000 messages from teenagers online many suffering from mental health problems. After evaluating data from the messages, the most often word found was ‘stressed,’ while ‘lonely’ was spotted over 40,000 times. Insomnia and clueless were two other common words among the messages received. Several teenagers were anxious, worried, burned out, and felt suicidal. The…
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Siam Paragon wins the Best Luxury Shopping Mall 2022 Award
Press Release Siam Piwat Co., Ltd., a leading real estate and retail developer, owner and operator of world-class projects, such as Siam Paragon, Siam Center, and Siam Discovery, and a joint venture partner of ICONSIAM and Siam Premium Outlets, has reaffirmed its leadership in the global luxury market as Siam Paragon won the Best Luxury Shopping Mall 2022 at the Luxury Lifestyle Awards –…
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5 beautiful glamping spots in Phuket to get closer to nature
Phuket has always been blessed with endless eye-shooting natural spots, from tropical rainforests to glorious shorelines. What better way to enjoy the island’s natural beauty than to go glamping? Fortunately, Phuket has its fair share of incredible places when it comes to glamping. Below, we’ve created a list of the best glamping spots in Phuket for those who want to…
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Thailand targets Europe’s big guns to boost tourism as lockdown rules out China
With China still under lockdown measures and showing no signs of opening up any time soon Thailand is focusing on the big spenders of Europe and India to boost tourism and its ailing economy. China was Thailand’s biggest source of tourists in the pre-Covid-19 era but with 40 cities still under lockdown it is unlikely the country will see any…
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Thai PM looks for Field of Dreams reaction on the back of new medical tourism hub
“If you build it, they will come,” so said Kevin Costner’s character in the 1989 movie Field of Dreams. And the Thai PM, Prayuth Chan-o-cha, plans to take a leaf out of the Field of Dreams’ story book and do something similar by building and promoting a medical tourism hub to attract more foreign visitors to the country post-pandemic. Thailand…
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Health and safety a priority as kids return to Bangkok schools after two turbulent years
The Thailand Ministry of Education yesterday allowed schools to reopen their doors for the first time since the Covid-19 pandemic hit the nation in 2020 in line with the government’s transition to living with Covid as an endemic disease. Some children celebrated their return to school in style in Tak province, northern Thailand, taxied in by elephants, as reported in…
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Risk of dengue fever is higher in rainy season, warns Thai doctor
The risk of contracting dengue fever in Thailand is higher in the rainy season, because pools of water are breeding grounds for mosquitoes, warns Songkhla Provincial Public Health Doctor Songkran Maechum. Monsoon season began last Friday, and intermittent rain is expected to cause a spike in dengue fever cases in Thailand, so be prepared. In Songkhla province in southern Thailand,…
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Best golf destinations in Koh Samui 2022
All the golfers know that golfing isn’t just a sport but an experience. Golfing offers the whole package, good exercise, beautiful scenery, great company and off-course entertainment. Koh Samui, one of the most beautiful islands globally, affords you the best-golfing experiences. The best of Koh Samui’s golf courses combine challenging greens and well-maintained fairways that integrate into some of the…
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Top 6 Private Villas in Thailand
One of the best ways to enjoy your vacation in Thailand is by staying in a private villa. In addition to enjoying stunning views, private pools, and uninterrupted privacy, private villas also come with exclusive designs, personalized attention, and numerous other features to help you relax and recharge. The good news is, the Land of Smiles is home to some…
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Top 5 reasons renting a pool villa is better than booking a hotel on your next trip to Thailand
Boasting beautiful coastlines, stunning islands, crystal clear waters, lush tropical rainforests, and gleaming Buddhist temples, it’s easy to see why Thailand is a dream destination for many people. When it comes to planning a trip to Thailand, one of the most common inclinations for most travellers is to look for a hotel. However, today, a pool villa can be a…
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Exclusive lifestyle: Most prestigious condominiums in Bangkok 2022
There is never a lack of luxury apartments in Bangkok, and each new complex surpasses the previous in terms of pricing and facilities. Here are the topmost prestigious apartment units for sale in Bangkok in 2022. The most expensive apartment on the list is worth 450,000,000 million baht ($13,088,817 million). Check out the list below: 1. Glamorous apartment in Bangkok’s…
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Location location location: “So why Cherngtalay, Phuket’s northwest coast?”
Popular tourist spots in Phuket include Patong, the old town, and Phromthep Cape, which are all on everyone’s bucket list. Undoubtedly, visiting one of these popular destinations is fun and exciting, but the crowds can be overpowering at times. For a refreshing change of scenery, visit Cherngtalay, one of Phuket’s hottest neighbourhoods filled with charm and character! Phuket is already…
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Top 5 beach clubs in Hua Hin for your perfect holiday
Lean back on the sunbed, sip on a pina colada, vibe to the beats, and be in the moment. Soak up the sea, the blue skies and the sun. Sounds like a perfect escape? If so, a beach club is where you need to be. It’s where luxury and comfort meet the sea. Just a 3 to 4 hour drive…
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New seafood festival debuts in Pattaya
It’s not just Phuket having a seafood festival to reboot tourism – a seafood festival is happening in Pattaya! The festival, called the ‘Squid Fair’ debuted yesterday in front of the Terminal 21 Pattaya shopping centre. Just like Phuket’s Roi Rim Lay and ‘Tastival‘ festivals, Squid Fair aims to boost the local economy by bringing in income to vendors. It…
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Dine in style at these 5 fine-dining restaurants in Phuket 2022
Phuket is abundant with gastronomical delights from the beachfront to its streets. Yes, cheap eats are delicious, but at times, we yearn to indulge in dishes intricately crafted with high-quality ingredients in a one-of-a-kind ambience. Indeed, fine dining provides a memorable dining experience, delightful to all our senses. So, are you searching for the best fine-dining restaurants in Phuket? Look…
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Dine in Sears & Co., Phuket’s best beachfront bar and grill
Press Release Immerse yourself in a relaxed atmosphere with upbeat pop music flowing during the day and a loungy groove in the evening at Sears & Co. Sip on a perfectly crafted cocktail or order an ice-cold Best Brew while savouring local and international delicacies. The beachfront restaurant at Four Points by Sheraton Phuket Patong Beach Resort offers all food…
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Family-friendly activities to do in Phuket 2022
If you love Thailand, you’ve undoubtedly heard of Phuket, the biggest island in Thailand that sits on the vast Andaman Sea. The island city is a popular tourist destination for everything it offers- from pristine beaches, mouth-watering cuisines, beautiful temples, thrilling activities and exotic hotels. Whether you seek a relaxing or adventurous holiday, the island city has it all! The…
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Have a furry friend? Here is a list of pet-friendly condos in Bangkok
Living in Bangkok can be very exciting; the city is packed with entertainment and restaurants and is home to more than 10 million people. However, the metropolitan city is not the most pet-friendly city globally, so finding an ideal home for you and your furry friend might be challenging. In some instances, you might be slapped with some “pet-friendly” restrictions…
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Fancy mango sticky rice? Try these delicious sticky rice desserts
The simple yet incredibly delicious combination of sticky rice and mango (mango sticky rice) has caught the world’s attention following a famous Thai rapper, Milli’s remarkable performance at Coachella, where she devours the beloved Thai dessert on stage. Since then, the mango sticky rice vendor’s sales have gone through the roof! Evidently, many of us caught the so-called “mango sticky…
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