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Relating to your host country as an expat in Thailand
A look at the different ways an expat can relate to a new country, the curve of culture shock and a guide for the Thai expat in forming a good relationship with a host country. Expat Life February issue is all about relationships. When you read “relations” you might think about your loved ones, friends, […]
Astor Klezmer Trio concert
A beautiful Astor Klezmer Trio concert was held on 24 March, 2016 (Thursday) at the Music Hall, Art and Culture Building Chulalongkorn University. Musician trio consisted of flute Marc Grauwels, violin and voice Joëlle Strauss and accordion Christoph Delporte. Concert was hosted by H.E. Mr. Marc Michielsen and Mrs. Marie Chantal Michielsen-Biela, Belgium’s ambassador to Thailand. […]
Hong Kong is an International Arts Hub Abuzz with Happenings
Hong Kong visitors are always enthralled with the variety, quality and diversity of art on offer all over the city. Renowned as a world-class Arts Hub, Hong Kong entices international art enthusiasts with the greatest range of arts and arts-related activities such as this year’s editions of Art Central and Art Basel held during the […]
Polo – Bangkok Style
For any of you who may have missed it; the middle of March saw the 2016 King’s Cup Elephant Polo Tournament being held in Bangkok. Staged by the Anantara Riverside Hotel, overlooking the Chao Phraya river the tournament is in its fourteenth year and is held to collect money for elephant charities across Thailand. The […]
Thailand PRIDE Festival 2023: Celebrating LGBTQI Rights in Bangkok
In late November 2023, Bangkok hosted the Thailand PRIDE Festival 2023, an event underscoring the growing visibility and importance of the LGBTQI movement in Thailand. This festival occurred amidst discussions in the Thai Parliament about the Marriage Equality Bill. This is expected to highlight a pivotal moment in Thailand’s journey towards greater LGBTQI rights. Organizers […]
Gasworks has selected Thai Artist “Tanat Teeradakorn” for a residency
Bangkok, 20 December 2023 – Following an open call to artists in Thailand, which has provided an exciting snapshot of emerging talents in the country, Gasworks, in partnership with The Institutum, has selected Tanat Teeradakorn (b. 1991, Bangkok, Thailand) for a residency, which will take place from April to June 2024. Tanat Teeradakorn is a multi-disciplinary […]
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 […]
By Andrew J Wood: Enchanting Bhutan: A Traveller’s Guide – Believe in Happiness
BANGKOK: In the heart of the Himalayas lies a Kingdom shrouded in mystique and history, with brightly painted temples that echo with the monk’s prayers and chimes, the air heavy with incense. They go about their daily rituals, dedicated, serious yet resplendent in their dark red monk’s robes. This is Bhutan. With clean air, mountains […]
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 […]
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The first 19th century European merchant to reside in Thailand – Robert Hunter
Robert Hunter (1792-1848) was the first European merchant to reside in Siam. He was the most important intermediary between the royal court for two decades serving as an unofficial diplomat during the reign of King Rama II. Hunter was originally from Scotland. His family were established merchants and traders since the early 18th century. They […]
THE HOPE FAIR IS BACK! Let’s all join again on September 24th
A shopping event to meet 150 amazing creators, discover trendy fashion collections and accessories, sustainable home goods, natural cosmetics, healthy groceries, vegan delicatessen and much more. In addition to our regular popular brands, a wild range of new products and services, and their designers, will be present. Since 2014, the Hope Fair has been offering […]
2023 Samui Summer Jazz Festival
Wednesday, November 30th 2022 | Santiburi Koh Samui (Koh Samui, Thailand November 17th, 2022) — SKÅL International Koh Samui will officially announce the dates of the ‘2023 Samui Summer Jazz Festival’ with a special Preview Concert on Wednesday, November 30th 2023 featuring the celebrated SASKIA LAROO Band with special guest LUCAS SANTANA. Following its successful […]
A ‘Truly’ International School on a Tropical Island !
“We were supposed to be on Koh Samui for a two year contract but extended three more years simply because we loved the school so much!” When Jeremy Lees (Founder of the International School of Samui) first arrived on Koh Samui, Thailand over 11 years ago, little did he know that this tropical island would capture […]
Pandemic crisis: The impact on Independent Schools in Britain
According to the Office for Budget Responsibility (the UK Government’s independent economic watchdog), education will be the sector hardest hit by the coronavirus crisis. Whilst all schools are under enormous pressure as a direct result of Covid-19, the lockdown presents a formidable challenge to the financial sustainability of the Independent Schools’ sector in the UK. […]
