Phuket property: Creating a Scene on Rawai’s coast; UK’s leading travel agent inspects Kata Group
PHUKET: The Scene recently launched its new show house in Rawai with a concept based on functionality and modern design that compliment the attractive surroundings.
The development is constructed and managed by The Fortress Real Estate group, who specialize in creating resorts and contemporary villas around Phuket island.
The group, which has its own team of construction engineers and after sale service, focuses on the quality of each unit rather than the quantities and only five units are available.
Natural sunlight, transparency and ocean breezes help reduce energy consumption during the hot season and is a design priority.
Each of The Scene’s units are approximately 470 Square meters in size with large functional areas consisting of a Master Suite (5.5 x 6m) with all bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms, a living room, a kitchen, a dining room, Jacuzzi with cocktail bar and sun bathing area on the roof with spectacular ocean view.
For more information visit thescene-phuket.com.
UK’s leading travel agent inspects Kata Group
Kata Group Resorts Thailand recently welcomed Mr Glenn McCool, Regional Purchasing Manager of TUI Travel PLC Specialist Holidays Group to come on an inspection visit of the group’s latest resorts.
TUI Travel is the foremost travel agency in the UK and is an internationally successful travel retailer and London Stock Exchange-listed company.
Mr McCool completed his inspection tour of Kata Group Resorts with Thailand’s two newest and upscale resort options under the new Beyond brand; Beyond Resort Khao Lak and Beyond Resort Krabi.
After a successful inspection, Mr McCool enjoyed some relaxed hospitality at the Kata Beach Resort and Spa, the original and first property to be launched under the Kata banner over 32 years ago.
For more information, please visit katagroup.com.
Thailand Property FAQ
Can foreigners buy property in Thailand?
Yes. Foreigners can own condominium units freehold, as long as foreign buyers hold no more than 49% of the building's saleable area. Land cannot be owned directly by foreigners; houses are usually held through a 30-year lease — and since a March 2025 Supreme Court ruling, automatic “30+30+30” renewal structures are not enforceable beyond the first 30 years. Read the full foreign-ownership guide.
What is Thailand's 49% foreign quota?
In any condominium project, no more than 49% of the total saleable floor area can be foreign-owned. The quota applies only to condos — not houses, land or leaseholds — and popular buildings in Bangkok, Phuket and Pattaya can hit the cap. How the quota works in practice.
How much are property transfer fees in 2026?
The transfer registration fee is cut to 0.01% (from the standard 2%) and the mortgage registration fee to 0.01% (from 1%) for purchases where both the price and assessed value are 7 million baht or less — extended by the Cabinet on June 30, 2026. On a 6-million-baht home that saves around 120,000 baht. Who qualifies for the cut · Standard fees & who pays what.
Is it better to rent or buy in Thailand as an expat?
It mostly depends on your time horizon: for stays under roughly five years renting usually wins once transfer costs and resale friction are counted, while longer stays can favour buying — especially with 2026's reduced fees. The rent-vs-buy maths for expats.
How much does property cost in Thailand?
A little over 2 million baht buys a freehold one-bedroom condo in central Chiang Mai — the same budget covers only a studio in Bangkok's CBD. Prices vary sharply by region and city. Average prices by region, and what they buy you.
What taxes do property owners pay in Thailand?
Owners pay the annual land and building tax, and rental income is taxable; buyers and sellers split one-off costs like transfer fees, stamp duty or specific business tax depending on the deal. The go-to guide to Thai property taxes.
