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    Phuket workcation: paradise with a side of productivity (is it worth it?)

    Dreaming of working remotely under swaying palm trees with the sound of the ocean waves as your background music? Phuket, the "Pearl of the Andaman," beckons digital nomads with its stunning beaches, vibrant culture, and surprisingly good infrastructure for remote...

  • Celebrating Chinese New Year 2023 in Style

    https://youtu.be/LY8GZYarzFk Join us at Siam Paragon Mall for an unforgettable Chinese New Year Celebration in 2023! Experience the thrill of the traditional tiger and lion dances. The spectacular Indigo green mountain dance show all the way from china and marvel at the decorations set up all around the Siam Paragon mall. There are a wide variety of fun activities that…

  • Thai Ring Announcing and Fitness ft. Mark Abbott | Thaiger Podcast Ep.21

    https://youtu.be/GSC0FR_Bm9Q Mark Abbott. Fitness Youtuber, MC, Combat sports, Ring announcer, and One of the Voices of the world-famous Muay Thai boxing venue, Lumpinee Stadium. Mark came to Thailand 17 years ago and is one of the top bilingual MCs and Fitness Youtubers in the country. We sit with him today to talk about his journey to becoming the voice of…

  • Exclusive Beachfront Property for Sale in Phuket | Twin Palms Residences Montazure

    https://youtu.be/d1iBRg7RfkU Welcome to Twin Palms Residences Montazure in Kamala, Phuket, where luxury and serenity meet. Nestled on the picturesque Kamala beach, this exclusive beachfront condominium is the epitome of tropical living. This stunning condo boasts a spacious open floor plan with floor-to-ceiling windows that offer breathtaking ocean views. The condo features 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a private balcony. The…

  • A Pattaya bar owner punched a Russian in the face over a 60 baht bill | Thailand News Today

      A Pattaya bar owner allegedly punched a Russian tourist in the face over a 60 baht bill The Russian man was identified only as “Michel,” and was reportedly on the ground and unconscious when police arrived at the scene. Kh. Jane, the 53 year old owner of the Bonzi Bar in South Pattaya, apparently didn’t back down from admitting…

  • BMA Provides Free Shuttle Bus Service During Chinese New Year | Thailand News Today

      Free shuttle bus from Yaowarat to Khao San for Chinese New Year The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) is providing tourists with free shuttle buses between Yaowarat Road and Khao San Road from tomorrow until January 23 to celebrate the Chinese New Year. Deputy Bangkok Governor Wissanu Subsomphon announced yesterday that the BMA would temporarily operate a Yaowarat-Khao San Road BMA Feeder to facilitate tourists and reduce…

  • Thaiger Unfiltered | Ask Us Anything

    Here’s a chance for our viewers to ask Natty, and Jay any questions they have, and they will answer you with their honest responses unfiltered! Please be kind and appropriate.

  • Five Chinese airlines launched direct flights to Phuket | GMT

    In today’s episode, BMA launches free shuttle bus service for floating market, Five airlines launch direct flights between Phuket and China this week, Bank of Thailand blames dating app for phone hacking, Northeast Thai farmer is ‘selling’ fresh air, Tourism workers run short

  • ACD commander dedicated to eradicate corruption in Thailand | Thailand News Today

      Bangkok to become brighter, greener, cheaper after street lights upgrade Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) plans to improve the city’s streetlights.  The Department of Public Works reported it will replace 25,000 of the capital’s 400,000 high-pressure sodium (HPS) light bulbs with light-emitting diodes (LED) to make Bangkok brighter, greener, and cheaper. Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt is working to change the…

  • Thailand plans to extend 45 day visa free stays until year end | Thailand News Today

      Thailand plans to extend 45 day visa free stays until year end The Tourism Authority of Thailand will propose extending the 45 day visa exemption on arrival policy until the end of the year to boost tourism recovery. In September last year, Thailand’s Cabinet approved the temporary extension of visa on arrival and visa exemption on arrival for the High Season. Between October 1, 2022 – March…

  • Tough penalties for Thai nominees | GMT

    In today’s episode, Thailand’s Chiang Mai Zoo to open -10°C snow dome, Thailand among 25 countries with least paid leave days, Southern Thai man strikes gold with rare cobra encounter, CIB warns netizens of smartphone hacking risk, Foreigners must follow visa rules.

  • All you need to know about Thailand’s Education Visa

    Click the link to watch a video: https://youtu.be/r8S04Ab7JU4 There are many ways to stay in Thailand legally for an extended period of time. One way is through the Education Visa or ED Visa. A Non-Immigrant ED Visa is the official name for a Thai Education Visa. This visa is for foreign nationals aged 12 or more who wish to remain…

  • Top Chef Thailand Season 1 Winner ft. Tam Chudaree Debhakam | Thaiger Podcast Ep.20

    Click the link to watch the video: https://youtu.be/2sbQTKbfD_U Chef Tam Chudaree Debhakam, owner of the famous 1 Michelin star restaurant, Baan Tepa, and the youngest contestant and winner of Top Chef Thailand Season 1. Chef Tam has made a name for herself traveling the world to showcase modern Thai cuisine. She is an advocate of food waste reduction after being…

  • Bangkok taxi fare increase effective today | Thailand News Today

      Bangkok taxi fare increase effective today Bangkok taxi fares will increase to a minimum fare of 40 baht today after staying at 35 baht for 30 years. The increased fare, which applies to Bangkok registered taxis with no more than seven seats, is effective today according to its announcement in the Royal Gazette yesterday. However, passengers may not notice…

  • New Plan for tourism 2023 | GMT

    In today’s episode, Officials panic Thailand hits lowest birth rate in 7 decades, Thailand is the happiest of 7 regional APAC countries, survey says, Merged True-DTAC to be called True Corp, TAT unveils strategy to raise B2.38tn.

  • Tourism Ministry Eyes 80m International Tourists In 2027 | Thailand News Today

      Tourism Ministry Eyes 80m International Tourists In 2027 The Ministry of Tourism and Sports hopes to drive up the number of international visitors to Thailand to 80 million over the next five years. This optimistic target will see the number of international visitors doubling the pre-pandemic figure, and exceeding the country’s current population of 70 million. Minister of Tourism…

  • Thaiger Unfiltered | Ask Us Anything

    Click the link to watch the video: https://youtu.be/OldX0msS1jI Here’s a chance for our viewers to ask Natty, and Sara any questions they have, and they will answer you with their honest responses unfiltered! Please be kind and appropriate.

  • Thailand to track cannabis users in government database | Thailand News Today

      Thailand to track cannabis users in government database Thai nationals will soon be required to show their ID cards when purchasing cannabis flowers. The ID and sales information will be entered into a government database, according to the Department of Thai Traditional and Alternative Medicine (DTAM). Registered vendors will be required to insert the buyers’ ID into a “device”…

  • Thailand’s new traffic points deduction has begun | GMT

    In today’s episode, Over 500 drivers in Thailand have traffic points deducted on first day of new system, Phang Nga’s turtle nesting season continues with more nests discovered, Chinese heading to Phuket, Chiang Mai, Thailand informs airlines about removal of Covid-19 vaccine rule.  

  • British man claims he was tortured by Thai police | Thailand News Today

    British man claims he was tortured by Thai police A British man claims he was tortured by Thai police for seven days straight in Phuket, southern Thailand when his holiday abroad went gravely wrong. British authorities have launched an investigation into the alleged abuse. He allegedly sustained broken ribs, bruised limbs, septic infections, swollen wrists, and lost four teeth in…

  • U-turn on entry requirement | GMT

    In today’s episode, 2 Russian men report money missing from safe in Pattaya hotel, Unleash the power of Thai Cuisine: 7 health benefits of a Thai diet, Thailand U-turns on Covid-19 vaccine entry requirement, and Man lives in a tree for 3 years due to financial embarrassment.

  • Next Level Adventures ft. Paddy Doyle | Thaiger Podcast Ep.19

    Youtuber, Traveller and dreamer. He quit his job as a primary school teacher, sold his belongings and hopped on his 94 Honda Dream motor bike to visit all 77 provinces of Thailand, to follow his passion for creating videos, travelling and living the Thailand dream. Paddy Doyle is an extreme example of what a hard-working man can achieve. He has…

  • Pattaya Beach is second most popular beach in the world | Thailand News Todays

      Pattaya Beach is second most popular beach in the world Pattaya Beach was named the second most popular beach in the world on TikTok. The most popular beach prize goes to Bondi Beach in Australia. The UK luxury holiday company, Destination2, created a list of the most popular beaches across the world on TikTok. The company conducted the research…

  • Angry farang chases Thai-French woman who rejected him in Pattaya | GMT

    In today’s episode, Man attacked by teenagers on Airport Rail Link train, Angry farang chases Thai-French woman who rejected him in Pattaya, Thailand ranks 9th in 10 Cheapest Places to Live list by Forbes, Fleeing back to the provinces, Whale shark visits Thailand’s Koh Chang in rare sighting.

  • Adult Movie Star on the Quest for a Husband in Thailand | Thailand News Today

    National Park officials condemned for allowing a sailboat to destroy Krabi reef Thai netizens condemned National Park officials for failing to do their job after seeing images of a tourist sailboat destroying a coral reef in the southern province of Krabi. Earlier this week, the environmental activist Facebook page Monsoon Garbage Thailand posted photos of a white sailboat docking over the coral reef near Yawasam Island. The page…

  • Call for Covid boosters before wave of Chinese tourism | Thailand News Today

    Thai baht and Singapore dollar battle for strongest regional currency China is reopening its borders, pushing economists to predict that an influx of Chinese tourists to Thailand will propel the Thai baht into Southeast Asia’s reigning currency in 2023.  But the baht has one regional competitor: the trusty Singapore dollar. Thailand’s economy heavily depends on tourism revenue. In 2019, Chinese…

  • Crawl into coffins to invite GOOD LUCK | GMT

    In today’s episode, Monk under fire over bizarre pebbles ritual, 33 million baht budget for Bangkok train station sign smells like corruption, Phuket focuses on foreigners causing motorbike accidents, Temple new year coffin ceremony lets you be reborn, Stolen mobile phone returned after crazy journey.

  • Man arrested for stealing Royal Thai Armed Forces bus | Thailand News Today

    ——————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————— IMF predicts a recession in Thailand The head of the International Monetary Fund (or IMF) predicts Thailand and Southeast Asian countries will suffer from recession this year along with the rest of the world. Kristalina Georgieva believes a third of the global economy will be in recession this year, including Thailand, and Vietnam. The 69 year old Bulgarian economist reckons 2023 will be…

  • CNN confusing TAIWAN for THAILAND | GMT

    In today’s episode, Proposed national uniforms to make traffic police approachable, CNN needs geography lesson after mistaking Taiwan for Thailand, Thailand makes another travel list: Fodor’s No List.

  • Talking With Gary Butler About How ‘The Roaming Cook’ Began

    Gary Butler is an Englishman who creates fun and informative videos about the street food of Bangkok on his YouTube channel. He takes viewers on an exciting culinary journey, exploring the diverse range of dishes available in the city’s bustling street markets. With a keen eye for detail, Butler expertly captures the colors, aromas, and flavors of Thai cuisine, giving…

  • Phuket Lifestyle Comparison: Living in the Northern vs. Southern Areas of Phuket

    https://youtu.be/njQz_WMMOzI Welcome to the beautiful island of Phuket! With its stunning beaches, crystal clear waters, and vibrant culture, it’s no wonder why so many people come to visit or live in Phuket. But when it comes to choosing where to stay on The island, there are two main areas: The north & the South. In this video, we’ll explore the…