Sukhumvit Road traffic jam

Sukhumvit Road – Thailand’s window to the world

I stayed at the excellent Hyatt Regency Sukhumvit hotel last week and it was faultless… but the jungle outside on the streets was absolutely appalling! Illegal street vendors clogging up the pavements, taxi hustlers blocking the roads and scamming tourists, pickpockets, drug dealers, and prostitutes plying their trade openly without fear of prosecution. Doesn’t the […]

Lost and Found - All About Love Bangkok Poster

Unveiling Emotions: A Journey Through Love

Ceramic Art Showcase by 14 Global Talents Organized by Ken Yutdanai 20 January – 18 February 2024 Opening Night: 20 January 2024; 5-8pm ATTA Gallery warmly welcomes you to the inaugural celebration of ‘Unveiling Emotions: A Journey Through Love,’ a global showcase of figurative ceramics orchestrated by Ken Yutdanai, taking place on Saturday, 20 January […]

Two people at Jim Thompson ceramic painting workshop

Jim Thompson Celebrates the New Year with Exclusive Ceramic Plate Painting Event at Surawong Store

Bangkok, January 19, 2024 — Jim Thompson, Thailand’s celebrated global lifestyle brand, marked the beginning of the New Year with a unique “Ceramic Plate Painting” workshop at its Surawong flagship location. This exclusive event welcomed esteemed customers and members to express their creativity by designing and crafting one-of-a-kind ceramic plates, transforming them into stylish home […]

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Kiwiana New Zealand Ball 2024 in Bangkok

The New Zealand – Thai Chamber of Commerce (NZTCC) in collaboration with The New Zealand Society Thailand, is excited to announce the much-awaited return of the “Kiwiana New Zealand Ball 2024”! Event Highlights: Date: Saturday, 30th March 2024 Time: 6:30 PM onwards Venue: The Bangkok Marriott Marquis Queen’s Park Ticket Price: THB 5,000 (NET) per […]

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Thailand Poised for Economic Uplift in 2024

The World Bank forecasts a bright outlook for Thailand’s economy in 2024, predicting a growth rate of 3.2%, up from 2.5% in the current year. This upswing is attributed to the resurgence of the tourism sector and a boost in goods exports, alongside steady private consumption, as detailed in the latest Thailand Economic Monitor. 2023 […]

Joint Asean Societies Reception

Guest Speaker at the Anglo-Thai Society in London in 2023

As a long-term expat in Thailand, I had no idea that I could continue and even develop my links with Thailand from overseas until I was invited to be a guest speaker at the Anglo-Thai Society in London in 2023. We promptly joined the society and recently took the opportunity to attend two December events […]

Coconuts News Bangkok

Coconuts Closing Its Doors

The beloved news website Coconuts will be closing its doors. The media company that has entertained Thais, Expats, and people from all over the region, has announced they will stop their operations after more than a a decade in the business. This has come as a sad surprise to their readers who have spent countless […]

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Melbourne Cup Fundraiser at Casa Boho, Hyatt Regency Phuket Resort – PHBGTU

For this Melbourne Sheila, there is no better way to support one of my favourite Thailand charities, Phuket Has Been Good To Us (PHBGTU), than to gather with friends from across the Island and watch the race that stops our Aussie nation, the Melbourne Cup 2023. This fabulous fun fundraiser was held at the funky […]

People cheering at Jim Thompson Heritage Quarter Grand Opening

Jim Thompson Heritage Quarter Grand Opening:

Bangkok, 24 November 2023 – Bangkok witnessed a momentous event in its cultural landscape with the grand opening of the Jim Thompson Heritage Quarter. This landmark occasion marks a significant step for the Jim Thompson brand in its journey to become the first iconic global lifestyle brand from Asia. The event was not just a […]

People at Hope Fair Chrimtmas 2023

Deck The Hall at Hope Fair – Christmas Event with Free Entry!

Get into the holiday spirit at The Hope Fair’s Christmas Kickoff! This festive event offers a unique shopping experience featuring a diverse range of locally-made, sustainable, and handcrafted products. It’s the perfect opportunity to find special gifts while supporting local artisans and entrepreneurs. What to Expect: Explore over 100 booths filled with unique finds, from […]