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ThaiPropertyInvestor secures eight national awards across Thailand’s real estate sector
ThaiPropertyInvestor wins 8 major awards, strengthening its position as one of Thailand’s leading real estate brokerage firms ThaiPropertyInvestor Co., Ltd. (ThaiPropertyInvestor) has earned nationwide recognition in 2025 after securing eight major awards from three of Thailand’s most respected real estate platforms, underscoring its strength across residential, commercial, and investment property markets. These accolades reflect the company’s role as a leading…
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Thailand at the centre of a new era in luxury home-sharing
As global mobility reshapes how affluent travellers live, invest, and experience destinations, a new model of second-home ownership is emerging—one that prioritises flexibility over permanence and access over exclusivity. Few companies have been as instrumental in defining this transformation as ThirdHome, the luxury home exchange platform founded by CEO Wade Shealy. Today, Thailand sits at the forefront of the company’s…
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Crypto moves in: How digital assets are rewriting Thailand’s real estate playbook
The conversation around cryptocurrency and property in Thailand is shifting fast. What began as a fringe curiosity among early adopters has now moved into mainstream development boardrooms, where digital assets are being discussed not as a future concept, but as an emerging transactional reality. At last week’s The C9 Sessions – Phuket Real Estate Forum 2025, the sentiment was clear:…
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Taking on Thailand: How Bartels is redefining neighbourhood places through food and community
When Nicolai Bartels stepped onto the stage at this year’s C9 Sessions – Phuket Real Estate Forum 2025, he didn’t present slides, charts, or market forecasts. Instead, he offered something far more valuable: a blueprint for how a food-driven, neighbourhood-centric brand can scale across Thailand by prioritising community, routine, and authenticity over traditional real estate logic. Bartels arrived in Thailand…
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Hotels and real estate driving a new power equation in Phuket’s economic transformation
Phuket is rewriting its story. Once the domain of lifestyle seekers and individual investors, the island is now emerging as one of Asia’s most compelling real estate and hospitality investment frontiers. A surge of institutional capital, the rise of branded residences, and the blurring lines between living and staying are transforming what it means to build, own, and operate in…
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Koh Samui emerges as Asia’s new integrated wellness and sports destination
Koh Samui is entering a new era as one of Asia’s most dynamic integrated wellness and sports tourism destinations. Moving beyond its identity as a luxury island escape, Samui is embracing global trends that merge wellbeing, active living, and performance, aiming to redefine how travellers experience health and connection. Thailand continues to lead Asia’s wellness economy, with tourism as its…
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Why low-density living is the new luxury standard
Ever feel like every new condo is just another glass tower reaching for the sky? Here in Phuket, a shift is happening. More and more homebuyers are stepping back from the noise and looking for something that feels, well, a little more human. Low-density living is no longer just a niche choice. It’s fast becoming the new standard of luxury…
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Thailand’s top expat havens: Cost of living in 5 Provinces [2025]
So, you’re dreaming of the Land of Smiles. Not just for a two-week holiday, but for the long haul. Maybe you’re a remote worker tired of the cubicle, a retiree ready to trade snow for sunshine, or perhaps you’re just seeking a life less ordinary. Whatever your story, Thailand calls. But where to drop your bags? We’ll take a closer…
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PHIST 2025 draws 1,300 delegates as Phuket Governor and Minor Chairman call For community-led sustainability
Asia’s biggest sustainability event for tourism, PHIST 2025, broke records today with over 1,300 delegates from across the region as government and business leaders warned the hospitality industry to act fast on integrating community-driven sustainability into travel and tourism experiences to appeal to a new generation of visitors. Hotels and tourism operators need to engage with local communities to enrich…
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8 Atelier Residence wins Dot Property Awards
8 Atelier Residence, a new condominium development in Phuket’s Bangtao-Pasak, has just been recognised at the Dot Property Awards 2025 with two wins: Best Condominium New Launch – Phuket and Best Condominium Development Interior Design – Phuket. The boutique-scale project, developed by Glam Estate Group, combines Indo-Chine elegance with modern livability, and its double win signals that it’s not just…
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Phuket enters a new real estate cycle as resale market gains traction
Phuket’s property market is quietly evolving. After a wave of new project launches in 2023 and 2024 that reignited interest in the island, a new storyline is emerging as buyers are increasingly considering resale homes as a meaningful alternative to off-plan developments. Data from Thailand’s largest real estate portal, FazWaz.com, highlights how the secondary market is no longer on the…
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Koh Samui’s property pivot: Luxury living, rising condos, and smart investments
Koh Samui is undergoing a quiet revolution in its residential property market. While the headlines often focus on Thailand’s better-known destinations, this island in the Gulf of Thailand is steadily drawing the attention of lifestyle buyers and investors—especially those eyeing luxury villas at competitive prices. With the total value of Samui’s real estate market for sale currently reaching approximately 30.3…
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Glam Estate Group unveils 8 Atelier Residence, redefining approachable luxury living in Phuket
Glam Estate Group has officially launched its newest residential project, 8 Atelier Residence, a 48-unit luxury condominium in the sought-after Pasak neighbourhood of Choeng Thale, Phuket. This refined low-density development promises to offer a fresh take on boutique condo living by combining timeless Indo-Chinese aesthetics with modern-day functionality. Thus, positioning itself as a standout in a market dominated by high-end…
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PropTech push: Lifull Connect launches SEA Connect Ventures in Southeast Asia
Lifull Connect, a global digital real estate group, has formally launched SEA Connect Ventures, a newly formed regional vehicle that consolidates its Southeast Asian operations and recently acquired assets across the region. SEA Connect Ventures now holds market leadership in Thailand, Indonesia, the Philippines, and Cambodia, with an extended presence in Vietnam and Malaysia. The business combines key portals and…
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Being Thailand 2025 highlights Thailand’s evolving role as a global wellness economy leader
As the global wellness landscape continues to shift alongside changing consumer demands and travel behaviour, Thailand is increasingly recognised as a model of adaptive leadership in the wellness economy. And it was at the new industry strategic touchpoint, Being Thailand 2025 in Phuket, where the country’s role in shaping wellness-oriented tourism, hospitality, healthcare, and consumer markets, was assessed. Over the…
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Khao Lak and Phang Nga tourism sector gains momentum with infrastructure and hospitality investment
phuket touriTourism in Khao Lak and the wider Phang Nga province is demonstrating robust post-pandemic growth, underpinned by rising international arrivals, increasing hotel performance metrics, and new project developments across the hospitality and infrastructure sectors. According to C9 Hotelworks’ Khao Lak and Phang Nga Hotel & Tourism Market Review 2025, Phang Nga recorded over 4.1 million guest arrivals last year,…
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Phuket property market in 2025: Evolving with demand and diversification
Phuket’s real estate market is undergoing a significant transformation in 2025, marked by growing inventory, shifting buyer preferences, and intensifying competition. The latest Phuket Property Market Update by C9 Hotelworks reveals a dynamic landscape shaped by lifestyle migration, maturing development ecosystems, and rising price premiums, particularly in branded and well-located properties. Performance in early 2024 and emerging trends The first…
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Where is Bangkok’s most expensive land? Here are the top 10 locations
You thought rent in Bangkok was high? Try buying land. Prime plots in the city centre are now going for millions of Baht per square wah (a Thai unit of land measurement). These prices officially place Bangkok among the most expensive places to buy property in Southeast Asia. But how expensive could it be? To give you a hint, even…
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Why families with children are choosing Bang Tao
Families today think differently when it comes to finding the right place to live. The decision is no longer based only on house size or scenic views. Safety, education, a strong sense of community, and long-term well-being are now essential priorities. A home is more than a property — it is the foundation for everyday life. It shapes childhood memories,…
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Khao Lak’s new surf town and exciting developments
The newly launched Matalay Integrated Resort Town is an ambitious 1,000-rai (400-acre) development project aimed at transforming Khao Lak in Phang Nga Province into a premier tourism destination. The name “Matalay,” meaning “come to the sea,” reflects the resort’s vision of creating a comprehensive town featuring luxury accommodations, recreational facilities, and entertainment options designed to attract both domestic and international…
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Meet Utopia Corporation, the real estate developer building dreams in Phuket
Phuket has always been a place of dreams. With its golden beaches, turquoise waters, and rich culture, it’s no wonder people from all over the world are drawn to its shores. But what if this island could offer more than a luxurious escape? What if it could provide a home for everyone, where living is not just about comfort but…
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The Island Collection Villas, where luxury meets tranquillity in Phuket’s most sought-after location
Phuket has seen a strong comeback in property value, especially for high-end villas and condos close to exclusive beaches like Layan. And as tropical island living becomes more attractive than ever, buyers seek properties that offer both luxury and serenity. Completed in November 2024 with just nine exclusive pool villas available, The Island Collection Villas meet this demand perfectly. Developed…
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FazWaz assumes control of Lifull Connect for Thai global real estate leadership and innovation
Phuket-found PropTech company FazWaz has taken over Lifull Connect, the world’s largest real estate aggregation network, solidifying its position as a leader in the global real estate market. This milestone showcases the potential of Thai companies to succeed internationally. FazWaz and Thaiger share core shareholders which emphasises their joint commitment to advancing Thai businesses globally and reinforcing Phuket’s growing reputation…
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Thailand’s new luxury lies in wellbeing, culinary tourism, and brands
For Thailand to seize the potential of luxury tourism and hospitality in 2025, the country needs to go deeper with high-equity branded residences, regenerative wellness and culinary tourism set to determine the destiny of the country becoming Asia’s luxury tourism hub. The importance of brands in Thailand is turning Bangkok into a global playground city while the shift in values…
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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…
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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…
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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,…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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