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  • The Phuket southern shift: More than just real estate

    The Phuket southern shift: More than just real estate

    Over the past two years, Phuket’s real estate market has experienced a remarkable surge, with rising prices and growing demand. As tropical islands evolve over time, certain areas mature and develop, and much of the recent focus has been on the northwest, particularly the Bangtao area. For property buyers, location is often influenced by proximity to key amenities such as…

  • Top benefits of owning a freehold unit at Etherhome Seaview Condo in Phuket

    Top benefits of owning a freehold unit at Etherhome Seaview Condo in Phuket

    For foreigners dreaming of owning a slice of paradise that is Phuket, buying a freehold condo is the ultimate way in. And there’s no better place to make that dream a reality than at Etherhome Seaview Condo. Located next to Rawai Beach in Phuket, Etherhome offers freehold ownership options for foreign investors and international ​​buyers who want to call Phuket…

  • Bangkok joins Dubai and Miami as top global playground cities

    Bangkok joins Dubai and Miami as top global playground cities

    Ultra-luxury global consumer brands from the fashion and auto sectors are moving into the real estate space in Asia as a natural extension of their powerful brand-led businesses – resetting the map of international buyers who are crossing borders like never before. The surge in investment from overseas buyers, who can be more accurately defined as collectors of limited-edition assets,…

  • Phuket real estate expands to inland areas

    Phuket real estate expands to inland areas

    Phuket’s real estate market has experienced unprecedented growth over the past few years, driven primarily by the strong recovery of tourism following the Covid-19 pandemic. Another hugely important factor contributing to this market buoyancy has been the increase in Russian investors, who led the way in terms of foreign investment for 2023 as they sought safe havens for their capital…

  • Etherhome, the seaview condo in Phuket that wins Asia Pacific Property Awards 2024 – 2025

    Etherhome, the seaview condo in Phuket that wins Asia Pacific Property Awards 2024 – 2025

    It’s not easy to stand out in the competitive world of real estate, especially in a booming market like Phuket. But Etherhome Seaview Condo by Eden Home Development has managed to do just that by securing the Asia Pacific Property Award for 2024 – 2025, winning across two prestigious categories: Apartment/Condominium Development Thailand and Residential Development 20+ Units Thailand. These…

  • Mind the Gap: Diversity leaders confirmed to speak at hospitality’s biggest gender equality event

    Mind the Gap: Diversity leaders confirmed to speak at hospitality’s biggest gender equality event

    Phuket Hotels Association, the non-profit organisation of hoteliers focused on creating a positive future for Phuket, and C9 Hotelworks, the award-winning hospitality consultancy, has confirmed the final line-up of speakers and moderators for this year’s edition of Mind the Gap: Women & Diversity in Hospitality, including some of the industry’s most inspiring female executives, entrepreneurs and diversity leaders. It can…

  • The investment potential of luxury properties in Phuket

    The investment potential of luxury properties in Phuket

    Over the past decade, investors in Phuket have achieved significant financial gains, and there are still plenty of lucrative opportunities on the horizon. The island’s appeal continues to grow among international investors thanks to its competitive property prices, ongoing infrastructure development, and its status as a premier tourist destination. This trend is reflected in the rising interest in high-end developments…

  • Centara ranked as Thailand’s strongest brand two years in a row

    Centara ranked as Thailand’s strongest brand two years in a row

    Centara Group has been recognised as “Thailand’s Strongest Brand” for the second year in a row by the Brand Finance Thailand 50 report. This achievement follows a series of domestic and global success as Centara continues to expand their hotel and resort locations. The Thailand 50 report Brand Finance is an international brand evaluation and consultancy agency which independently assesses…

  • Mind the gap: Gender equality event returns to tackle key issues faced by women in the workplace

    Mind the gap: Gender equality event returns to tackle key issues faced by women in the workplace

    Phuket Hotels Association, the non-profit organisation of hoteliers focused on creating a positive future for Phuket, and C9 Hotelworks, the award-winning hospitality consultancy, will continue to drive the agenda for equality, diversity and inclusivity in the hospitality industry as it hosts the second annual edition of Mind the Gap: Women & Diversity in Hospitality, an important and empowering conference that…

  • Phuket’s real estate world’s collide as off-plan sales flatten in wake of growing resales

    Phuket’s real estate world’s collide as off-plan sales flatten in wake of growing resales

    Phuket’s massive influx of new real estate development is witnessing rising competition from the secondary marketplace. The collision between off-plan property sales and resales is inevitable given the sheer number of units being completed and a growing critical mass of older properties. Comparing primary and re-sale transactions on the island from the first four months of the year compared to…

  • Best types of properties to buy in Phuket 2024

    Best types of properties to buy in Phuket 2024

    Investing in Phuket Investing in Phuket provides a unique opportunity to capitalize on one of Southeast Asia’s most sought-after destinations. Phuket offers a diverse range of investment options, from luxury condos, and beachfront villas to vacation rentals. With its well-developed infrastructure, favourable investment climate, and growing demand for real estate, Phuket is becoming a top choice as a prime location…

  • Phuket Hotels Association goes live with ‘absolutely fabulous travel sale’ to raise funds for Thai hospltality students

    Phuket Hotels Association goes live with ‘absolutely fabulous travel sale’ to raise funds for Thai hospltality students

    Phuket Hotels Association, the non-profit organisation of hoteliers focused on creating a sustainable future for Phuket, has announced that its “Absolutely Fabulous Travel Sale” is back with an amazing array of prizes, including heavenly hotel stays and aspirational travel experiences all around the globe. The annual online auction is a charitable initiative, with all the proceeds being donated to the…

  • Updated trends in Phuket’s rental property market

    Updated trends in Phuket’s rental property market

    Given the backdrop of a booming Phuket real estate sector, one area that is often overlooked is the rental market. Despite a vibrant vacation short-stay segment, there remains a strong demand for extended and long-stay rentals across the island. Rental demand coming out of the COVID-19 pandemic experienced a sustained uplift and has continued to perform well. Despite a return…

  • Inside the numbers: the potential of a Phuket property bubble

    Inside the numbers: the potential of a Phuket property bubble

    One of the most common questions I am asked these days is about a potential Phuket real estate bubble. While it’s a popular buzz term, so many who ask the question don’t understand what a bubble is. The most notable real estate bubble in recent history was the subprime housing crisis in the United States in 2007. In other sectors,…

  • Discover the pinnacle of beachfront luxury: Why InterContinental Residences Hua Hin is the ultimate investment

    Discover the pinnacle of beachfront luxury: Why InterContinental Residences Hua Hin is the ultimate investment

    Known for its breathtaking blue ocean and serene atmosphere, Hua Hin’s allure dates back to the 1920s when the Royal Family chose it as their summer retreat. Today, it still retains its reputation as an elite playground. Thanks to its seamless blend of modern amenities with tranquil surroundings, it’s a top destination for investors and individuals seeking luxury living experiences.…

  • Banyan Group and Urasaya Property launch Nakhon Si Thammarat’s first luxury residence

    Banyan Group and Urasaya Property launch Nakhon Si Thammarat’s first luxury residence

    Nestled directly on Thailand’s Gulf Coast, Banyan Tree Residences Sichon represents a pioneering project by Banyan Group, the independent global hospitality company, in partnership with Urasaya Property Co., Ltd, a pioneering real estate developer. This venture not only promises a unique living experience but also marks a significant step in the expansion and diversification of luxury living options in Thailand.…

  • Phuket’s branded residences supply tops USD2.3 Billion

    Phuket’s branded residences supply tops USD2.3 Billion

    Phuket has seen an unprecedented onslaught of overseas buyers transform the island into the largest leisure-branded residential real estate market in the world. The current supply of branded properties has now eclipsed a staggering USD2.3 billion and is expected to grow further according to new data from hospitality consulting group C9 Hotelworks. One of the most compelling storylines of Phuket’s…

  • Accor partners with Tytans Properties Development to unveil world’s largest Pullman in Cebu

    Accor partners with Tytans Properties Development to unveil world’s largest Pullman in Cebu

    Accor, one of the world’s leading hospitality groups, continues its rapid expansion in the Philippines with the signing of Pullman Mactan Cebu Hotel & Residences, which is set to become the world’s largest Pullman property. The signing of the beachfront destination represents a milestone for mixed-use lifestyle real estate in the Philippines, as a new generation of integrated resorts emerges…

  • Siamese Stone just launched The Island Collection, a luxury residence project in Phuket

    Siamese Stone just launched The Island Collection, a luxury residence project in Phuket

    Siamese Stone, a joint venture of Siamese Asset PLC, Ritta Holding, Cornerstone, and Dynasty Development, has just launched their highly-anticipated “Island Collection” project on 21 December 2023. The exclusive project, consisting of 9 four-bedroom and five-bathroom private pool villas with a starting price of 69 million baht, marks a significant milestone in the luxury real estate landscape of Phuket. The…