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  • Phuket TravelPhuket transforms into a global luxury hub for the elite

    Phuket transforms into a global luxury hub for the elite

    Phuket has changed dramatically in recent years. Fringed by the Andaman Sea, the tropical oasis has evolved from a popular beach resort destination into one of the world’s most attractive luxury residential markets, with elite luxury consumer brands, Michelin dining and international quality education and medical care fuelling the interest. The Phuket Luxury Report, unveiled at a recent event and…

  • Press RoomCentral Group forms a new partnership with PIF in Selfridges Group

    Central Group forms a new partnership with PIF in Selfridges Group

    Central Group, a family-owned retail, real estate and hospitality conglomerate announced today its new partnership with PIF following PIF’s total buyout of Signa Group’s interest in Selfridges Group. Under this new partnership, Central Group will own a 60% stake, while PIF will hold 40% of both Selfridges Group’s operating and property companies. The deal includes new investment by both Central…

  • FoodHappening rooftop venue celebrates turning one with innovative new menu

    Happening rooftop venue celebrates turning one with innovative new menu

    Crowning Thailand’s first INNSiDE hotel, sky-high LUZ Bangkok Tapas Bar is marking its first anniversary with a vibrant new menu that applies a novel twist to classic Spanish dishes. Crafted by INNSiDE by Meliá Bangkok Sukhumvit’s Spanish Chef de Cuisine, Madrid-born Juan Ignacio García Racionero, who has honed his craft in some of Spain’s top kitchens, the menu takes diners on…

  • World NewsEmirates takes luxury to new heights with fragrance collaboration

    Emirates takes luxury to new heights with fragrance collaboration

    Emirates is soaring to new heights, unveiling its latest luxury enhancement—a first-of-its-kind partnership with Irish organic beauty brand VOYA. Launching aboard First and Business Class, Emirates teamed up with VOYA to create bespoke Eau de Toilette fragrances, marking a new chapter in its premium travel experience. With sophistication and understated luxury at its core, this exclusive range is VOYA’s first-ever…

  • LifestyleSiam Paragon’s ‘The Luxury Watch Destination’ presents exclusive showcase of luxury timepieces

    Siam Paragon’s ‘The Luxury Watch Destination’ presents exclusive showcase of luxury timepieces

    Siam Paragon reaffirms its positioning as the “Luxury Watch Destination,” Thailand’s epicentre of over 43 prestigious watch brands. This underscores the confidence of leading watch houses and Siam Paragon’s commitment to delivering world-class and unparalleled experiences to the customers continuously. Siam Paragon is the first to bring to Bangkok an impressive array of leading timepieces that debuted at Watches &…

  • Press RoomThe latest collection from SIRIVANNAVARI MAISON available now at ICONCRAFT

    The latest collection from SIRIVANNAVARI MAISON available now at ICONCRAFT

    As the season of blooming flowers arrives, ICONCRAFT invites those with exquisite taste to experience the art of joyful living through beautiful flowers with the “Maison des Fleurs” collection. This latest offering of tableware and home fragrances from SIRIVANNAVARI MAISON by the brand SIRIVANNAVARI is now available at its first pop-up store at ICONCRAFT, 4th floor, ICONSIAM, from June 20…

  • Food‘Pizza, Pasta and More…’ at Latest Recipe, Le Meridien Bangkok

    ‘Pizza, Pasta and More…’ at Latest Recipe, Le Meridien Bangkok

    Le Méridien Bangkok, the art-inspired hotel in the city’s vibrant Silom district, is inviting guests and residents to enjoy “Pizza, Pasta and More…” – a mouth-watering international all-you-can-eat concept at Latest Recipe. Available from Wednesday to Sunday, this all-you-can-eat feast features an amazing array of dishes from around the world, with a focus on premium fresh produce such as truffle,…

  • Business NewsCortina Watch forecasts growth in Thailand’s luxury watch sector

    Cortina Watch forecasts growth in Thailand’s luxury watch sector

    Cortina Watch, a prominent retailer and distributor of high-end watches in Asia, is optimistic about the growth of Thailand’s luxury watch sector, forecasting an increase of 5-10% this year. This forecast comes as the company launches its first independent Patek Philippe Boutique in Bangkok. Jeremy Lim, Cortina Watch’s CEO and COO of Cortina Holdings, expressed confidence in the luxury watch…

  • Thailand NewsChina: Unsuspecting woman mistakes 1.5 million baht luxury phone for cheap handset

    China: Unsuspecting woman mistakes 1.5 million baht luxury phone for cheap handset

    A woman stumbled upon a luxury phone in Jiangsu province, China, initially assuming it to be a cheap handset for the elderly due to its simplistic design. However, the mobile phone belonged to a businessman and was a luxurious Rolls-Royce of the mobile industry, valued at over 300,000 yuan (1.5 million baht). According to CTWANT, the woman picked up the…

  • Thailand NewsLuxurious dog life goes viral: Ordinary Thai dog’s 30 million baht condo (video)

    Luxurious dog life goes viral: Ordinary Thai dog’s 30 million baht condo (video)

    A Thai dog of ordinary appearance, known by the name Dikky, is living in a luxurious condominium in central Bangkok, worth over 30 million baht. The luxurious dog life came to light after property consultant and TikTok user @tamonwank posted a clip reviewing the Sukhumvit Heart’s condominium. The sight of the Thai breed dog staring from an opulent apartment across…

  • Thailand NewsThai farmer’s luxury car market trip turns heads: Viral video hits 8.7 million views

    Thai farmer’s luxury car market trip turns heads: Viral video hits 8.7 million views

    A viral video, viewed by 8.7 million people, portrays an intriguing scenario of a Thai man venturing to a local market in his Audi A4 luxury car to sell freshly harvested vegetables. The man’s identity adds to the surprising narrative. The video clip, swiftly making its rounds on social networks, first appeared on the Instagram account @variety_farmer. It showcases a…

  • Business NewsThai retailers urge government to reassess import taxes on luxury goods

    Thai retailers urge government to reassess import taxes on luxury goods

    The Thai government is being implored to reassess the import taxes imposed on luxury goods to mirror the tax rates in neighbouring countries. This is a strategic move aimed at attracting foreign tourists and bolstering the competitiveness of Thai small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) against established foreign brands in the country. The call for this revision comes from Yol Phokasub,…

  • Crime NewsBangkok luxury homes raided in 300 million baht fraud search featuring ‘Crypto King’

    Bangkok luxury homes raided in 300 million baht fraud search featuring ‘Crypto King’

    A massive operation launched by Cyber Crime Investigation Bureau (CCIB), dubbed The Hunt for the Crypto King Ep:3, led to the raid of two luxury homes in central Bangkok. Taking place today, the operation was conducted under the authority of police officials including Assistant Division Commander Amnaj Traipoj and his team. The undertaking resulted in the confiscation of possessions and…

  • Property5 Sathorn condos offering a luxurious lifestyle

    5 Sathorn condos offering a luxurious lifestyle

    If you haven’t heard already, Bangkok’s flourishing Sathorn area has become a coveted hot spot, combining the best of business and leisure. As a rapidly developing area, Sathorn today is peppered with luxurious homes, scrumptious fine dining, modern hotels and effortlessly chic condos. Primarily known as a Central Business District, Sathorn boasts impressive skyscrapers, eye-catching landmarks, and superb transport connections…

  • Business NewsLuxury market boost: Siam Piwat doubles space at Siam Paragon amid soaring demand

    Luxury market boost: Siam Piwat doubles space at Siam Paragon amid soaring demand

    Rapid growth in demand for luxury items during the pandemic has led Siam Piwat to enlarge the sales space allocated to luxury goods at Siam Paragon, doubling it in size. According to Mayuree Chaipromprasith, the president of corporate affairs and communications at Siam Piwat, the pandemic restrictions fuelled a significant increase in the appetite for the luxury market. The average…

  • Business NewsRaimon Land unveils 18 billion baht luxury projects amid bolstered high-end market confidence

    Raimon Land unveils 18 billion baht luxury projects amid bolstered high-end market confidence

    Raimon Land Plc, a stock exchange of Thailand (SET)-listed property developer, is confident in the high-end residential market and revealed plans for three new luxury projects worth 18 billion baht in Phuket and Bangkok. Raimon Land plans to launch the projects in the fourth quarter. Korn Narongdej, the chief executive, made known that the luxury market proved to be resilient…

  • What you get for $XWhat 10 million dollars buys you for a property in Phuket, Bangkok, Koh Samui, Pattaya and Hua Hin

    What 10 million dollars buys you for a property in Phuket, Bangkok, Koh Samui, Pattaya and Hua Hin

    Are you curious to know what kind of luxury you can expect from a 10 million dollar property in Thailand’s most desirable locations? Our team has conducted extensive research on the property markets in Phuket, Bangkok, Koh Samui, Pattaya, and Hua Hin to bring you a comprehensive guide to the most exclusive and breathtaking homes available. We’re talking beachfront villas…

  • Hot NewsGerman cruiseliner brings 3,000 tourists to Koh Samui

    German cruiseliner brings 3,000 tourists to Koh Samui

    German cruise liner Mein Schiff 5 reportedly dropped 3,000 tourists on the island of Koh Samui for a bit of shopping and sightseeing. Koh Samui’s Mayor Chayapon Intarasupa says the large group arrived at Nathon Pier on Saturday in small boats as the ship approached the island. The luxury liner dropped the guests off for a one-day trip on the…

  • Tourism NewsWhy Thailand is Considered a Luxury Tourist Destination

    Why Thailand is Considered a Luxury Tourist Destination

    Thailand, a diverse country known internationally for its spicy food and beautiful beaches, has been attracting travellers for decades. Recent figures show that nearly 40 million tourists visit the country every year. Visitors flock from: China Japan South Korea Russia Australia New Zealand United Kingdom As well as around a million from the United States annually. Thailand was never colonised…

  • Special FeaturesExclusive lifestyle: Most prestigious condominiums in Bangkok 2022

    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…

  • PropertyDusit continues asset light hotel development plan for 2022

    Dusit continues asset light hotel development plan for 2022

    SET listed Dusit International is sticking to its hotel opening schedule for 2022, developing a long term strategy while implementing an asset light model. Dusit International CEO Suphajee Suthumpun said the company is on schedule to open new hotels in Thailand and abroad, including in Greece, India, the Middle East, the Philippines and China. Dusit Thani’s international hotel, resort and luxury…

  • TravelCity Guide: Top 10 luxury hotels to book in Bangkok 2022

    City Guide: Top 10 luxury hotels to book in Bangkok 2022

    With nearly 100 luxury hotels to choose from in Bangkok, booking the right one can feel rather overwhelming, especially if it’s your first time visiting the Big Mango. The hotels on our list have to tick all the boxes for luxury, location, accommodation, room service, dining and facilities. A courteous concierge and cocktails on the rooftop are a must, a…

  • TravelCity Guide: Where to shop till you drop in Bangkok

    City Guide: Where to shop till you drop in Bangkok

    Bangkok is known the world over for it markets, temples, street food, walking streets, tuk tuks and ladyboys, to name a few. But this bustling city also offers a dazzling array of shopping hotspots. From its countless, colourful night markets indulging the bargain hunter’s dream to the glitz and glamour of upscale shopping malls — which one is the best…

  • PropertyDiscover MontAzure, Asia’s Ultimate Beachfront Community

    Discover MontAzure, Asia’s Ultimate Beachfront Community

    Sponsored Article Nestled against the soft sands of Kamala Beach, on Phuket’s pristine west coast, MontAzure is the ultimate destination for those seeking a privileged lifestyle or an attractive investment opportunity. Exuding elegance and exclusivity, with international amenities and a timeless sense of style, this breathtaking residential development has elevated the standard of tropical living in Southeast Asia. Spanning 72…

  • PropertyDemand for residential property returns to Phuket

    Demand for residential property returns to Phuket

    After the Phuket Sandbox programme has seen 4 months since its commencement, it seems to have brought some life back to the island after almost 2 years of a stagnated economy. The Tourism Authority of Thailand says a total of 59,689 international tourists have visited the Andaman Sea vacation island under the Sandbox programme from July 1 to October 30.…

  • SponsoredModern luxury cultivated in Thai tradition

    Modern luxury cultivated in Thai tradition

    Sponsored Article The Thailand International Boat Show is delighted to have the InterContinental Phuket Resort as one of its key exhibitors and sponsors. “It is quite an achievement for the island of Phuket to stage the Thailand International Boat Show 2022 in January as soon as tourism starts to assume normalcy,” says Bjorn Courage, the general manager of the Intercontinental…

  • Thailand Travel5 most absolutely luxurious hotels in Thailand

    5 most absolutely luxurious hotels in Thailand

    Want to stay in luxury hotels in Thailand? Then you’ve come to the right place. One of the best things about Thailand is that it’s a land of contrasts. Whether you’re interested in bustling city life, tranquil countryside, or lazy days spent on a pristine beach, you’re sure to find what you’re looking for. Each region has its own unique…

  • Tourism NewsBanyan Tree Krabi – Bringing Thailand’s luxury brand to Krabi

    Banyan Tree Krabi – Bringing Thailand’s luxury brand to Krabi

    Krabi is a fabulous place to stay and home to some of Thailand’s most beautiful views and landscapes. Some of Thailand’s best known brands have already built resorts in the area but there was one of Thailand’s key hospitality brands missing… the iconic luxury brand of Banyan Tree. But here it is, after just over two years of painstaking and…

  • Politics NewsPrawit tipped to become leader of ruling Palang Pracharat party executive

    Prawit tipped to become leader of ruling Palang Pracharat party executive

    Whilst the attention of the country has been on the CCSA, with the PM at the helm, and their handling of the Covid-19 outbreak, there has been ongoing dissent inside the ruling Palang Pracharat party which boiled over yesterday with the resignation of 18 members of the party’s executive committee. There’s been building conflict within the party whilst the PM…

  • Covid-19 NewsQuality quarantine options for those who want some luxury

    Quality quarantine options for those who want some luxury

    Private state quarantine options are available for those returning to Thailand and willing to pay a hefty price. The 14 day quarantine is required for everyone re-entering the country to prevent any possible spread of the coronavirus, but there are more luxurious options from hotels that have passed the test from the public health and defence ministries. Around 90 guests…