BRANDED RESIDENCES GROWTH IN ASIA SURGES
SINGAPORE – The branded residences market in Asia is soaring as buyers from across the world purchase second homes in “playground cities” or tropical resort destinations. Singapore buyers are leading regional buyers, fuelling the growth of the sector, driven by … Continue reading BRANDED RESIDENCES GROWTH IN ASIA SURGES
Remembering the Victims of the 2004 Tsunami
BANGKOK/JAKARTA – On December 26, 2004, a catastrophic earthquake off the coast of Sumatra triggered one of the deadliest tsunamis in modern history, claiming the lives of nearly 230,000 people across 14 countries, with Indonesia, Sri Lanka, India, and Thailand … Continue reading Remembering the Victims of the 2004 Tsunami
Thailand: German Tourist Injured in Fish Attack
KHAO LAK – A 57-year-old German tourist suffered a serious leg injury yesterday at 11 am after being bitten by a large fish while swimming off Khao Lak Beach in Phang Nga, Thailand. The deep wound, approximately 15cm wide and … Continue reading Thailand: German Tourist Injured in Fish Attack
Thailand Aims to Attract 8 Million European Tourists
BANGKOK — Thailand is setting its sights on a major boost to its tourism industry, aiming to attract 8 million visitors from Europe in 2025. As part of a broader strategy to welcome 11 million long-haul travelers next year, the … Continue reading Thailand Aims to Attract 8 Million European Tourists
Thailand: Growing Appetite for Branded Real Estate
BANGKOK – Thailand’s real estate developers are expanding beyond familiar hotel brands into the realms of iconic automotive, fashion, and wellness labels, as they seek identities that resonate with luxury property buyers. Listed property group Ananda made global headlines with … Continue reading Thailand: Growing Appetite for Branded Real Estate
Phuket Sandbox Initiative: A Tribute to Conservation
PHUKET – In a bold move to address its ranking among the top ten nations for plastic waste, Thailand has launched the Phuket Sandbox project, an ambitious environmental conservation initiative aimed at preserving the pristine beauty of 72 beaches across … Continue reading Phuket Sandbox Initiative: A Tribute to Conservation
Phuket: Largest Leisure Property Market
PHUKET/THAILAND – 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 (THB80 billion) … Continue reading Phuket: Largest Leisure Property Market
Thailand: Season finale at Samui Regatta
Samui – The countdown is on for the 2018 Samui Regatta as boats from around Asia are heading to Thailand’s second most popular island destination for the final event showdown of the 2017/18 AsianYachting Grand Prix from 26th May to … Continue reading Thailand: Season finale at Samui Regatta
Thailand: Asia’s premier yachting hotspot
Bangkok – The Thailand Yacht Show, held from 22 to 25 February this year at the Ao Po Grand Marina, Phuket is being hailed as Thailand’s top yachting event, placing the Kingdom firmly on the global yachting map. Hosted by … Continue reading Thailand: Asia’s premier yachting hotspot
10 Amazing Things to do in Phuket
Phuket – Phuket is one of South East Asia’s most intriguing destinations, a wonderland of magical things to do. With untouched beaches, temples and thrilling activities to experience; here are 10 things you absolutely must try. Named for a white … Continue reading 10 Amazing Things to do in Phuket