CNN International today announced the results of its Online Consumer Survey (OCS) on Travel and Tourism which reveals that Thailand was chosen as representing the best value for money for travellers in the...
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The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) invites foreign visitors to join the Thai people in celebrating the Thai New Year festivities between 13-15 April, 2010, in Bangkok and major provinces nationwide.
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The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) together with the Bangkok Chess Club and Thailand Chess Association will organize the “Thailand Open Chess Championship 2010” during 14-20 April, 2010, the Thai New...
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The global financial crisis and Thailand's political turmoil that have been going on since late 2008 have resulted in a decline in the number of inbound tourists, with a decrease...
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The demands and expectations of Hong Kong’s affluent set are constantly increasing in Thailand and investors looking for luxury holiday homes now require sophisticated products.
These gorgeous elephants are believed to be the world's first set of male twins.Two-week old Thong-Kum and Thong-Tang weigh a healthy 80kg and can be seen in this video playing with their 35-year-old mother...
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The buzz about Thailand’s real estate market tends to revolve around the new, glamorous, big-name projects: high-end investment developments, luxury condos and villas, and other upscale properties. And it’...
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Before the turn of the millennium, the biggest brand on Koh Samui was probably Bob Marley, but massive economic growth and major developments in tourism have led to a significant increase in global interest...
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After an extended period of unprecedented triumph, Koh Samui´s residential property market has recently been suffering from a sales slump. The government´s planned crackdown on foreign companies with nominee...
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As Koh Samui becomes an ever more sophisticated destination for property buyers, new design concepts are beginning to emerge that match and even exceed the progressive ideas on display in more established...
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CB Richard Ellis has opened a new office in Koh Samui in response to growing investor demand and the number of quality developments on the market. CBRE is a leading real estate service provider in Thailand...
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The Samui property market may have slowed but not before the island had been transformed by the construction of innumerable high-end villas and homes. Almost every beach and mountainside now features one or...
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In a further boost to Thai island Koh Samui’s international profile it was announced last week that ex-England manager Sven Goran Eriksson has invested there. Speaking exclusively to APR he outlined the reasons...
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Middle East firm Istithmar Hotels FZE continues its South East Asian buying spree with the announcement it will partner with Thai developer Amburaya Resorts to build and operate the W Hotel & Residences –...
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Phuket and Samui in Thailand are often compared for their natural beauty and lifestyle attractions, as are Langkawi and Penang in Malaysia. Each unique yet all four have similarities, not least their buoyant...
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Koh Samui and Mae Sot top the list of municipalities with the potential to be upgraded to special administrative zones along the lines of Bangkok and Pattaya.
Popular Taiwanese actor Jerry Yan and his rumored girlfriend Terri Kwan were spotted by the media when they went on a romantic getaway on Samui Island recently. On their return to Taiwan, Jerry was all smiles...
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The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is using social networking to reach tourists and is confident it will become an important marketing strategy for high end destinations like Koh Samui and Krabi. Social...
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Every week, the airline offers low fares on just a couple destinations for passengers who book on a Tuesday. The destinations are selected by the airline depending on advance bookings. In a nutshell passengers...
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His Majesty the King yesterday called on the People Power party-led cabinet to uphold and implement their oaths of office during the swearing-in ceremony for the elected government.
An Iranian man was arrested at the Koh Samui airport after the island’s Immigration Office had received a report about a departing passenger with an allegedly fake passport.
FOR most people in life, it takes a long time for one to discover their talent(s) in life. For some, it shows up early and for others it may not manifest at all. For Devoney Crossman, a South African living...
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Like many other foreigners who now do business on Koh Samui, UK-born Suzy Nina fell in love with the island at first sight while on a holiday and ydecided to stay.
Samui isn’t likely to have another airport in the near future.
At a recent public hearing, residents of Moo 1, 2 and 5 in Phru Namuang, the area being eyed by proponents as its location, rejected a plan...
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Three branded developments and a successful condominium project have propelled Samui to the high-end realm of the market while still maintaining its boutique appeal, says David Simister, chairman of CB Richard...
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Thailand's widely-revered King Bhumibol Adulyadej has remained in a Bangkok hospital for a fourth day after being diagnosed with a fever, fatigue and loss of appetite
Pattaya City targets 5 million visits, this year, made up of a mix of 30% Thai and 70% international tourists. Based on that estimate the city would earn Bt45,000 million in revenue from tourism.
Tourism Authority of Thailand chairman of the board, Weerasak Kowsurat, submitted his resignation, 21 September, to the Minister of Tourism and Sports, Chumpol Silapa-archa.
Every cruising market eventually loses momentum, but will a second wind follow swiftly for Koh Samui? And what form will it take? James Cook talks to the survivors of the recent slump and assesses new arrivals...
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With the recent application of stricter foreign ownership regulations on Koh Samui, it comes as no surprise that the first condominium projects have broken ground over the last year. Unlike Phuket and Pattaya...
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Thus said Pandit Chanapai, Thai Airways (THAI) executive vice president during the celebratory dinner THAI hosted at the Centara Grand Beach Resort Hotel on Koh Samui...
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HOUSE prices are expected to increase this year due to the rising cost of construction resulting from increasing costs of building materials and transportation, the Bank of Thailand has said. For Koh Samui...
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BANGKOK:-- Lighting up anywhere in airconditioned entertainment establishments and parts of outdoor public venues, including the Chatuchak Weekend Market, will be banned as of February 17.
As branded, resort managed residential products expand across Thailand and the region, locally based companies are also seeing the advantages of mixed use developments.
The growing property market in Thai seaside resort Hua Hin received a powerful boost on Tuesday with the arrival of England football star Joe Cole, who paid a visit to town to claim ownership of his latest...
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A recent visit to Phuket by the world’s richest man has kickstarted plans to build an exclusive mooring off the coast of Thailand’s most popular island for billionaires to park their yachts.
Australian Mark Hehir has been appointed as General Manager of Anantara Resort Seminyak, Bali, which is slated to open in December. The beachfront development is the first Anantara in Indonesia, and will complement...
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A number of recent surprises, including the Bank of Thailand’s reserve requirement on short-term capital inflows, the new year’s eve bombings and proposed amendments to the Foreign Business Act, have dampened...
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After an extended period of unprecedented triumph, Koh Samui´s residential property market has recently been suffering from a sales slump. The government´s planned crackdown on foreign companies with nominee...
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The Thai property industry is breathing a collective sigh of relief following an announcement by the Bank of Thailand that property – including land and condominiums – is exempt from the new reserve requirement...
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As Koh Samui becomes an ever more sophisticated destination for property buyers, new design concepts are beginning to emerge that match and even exceed the progressive ideas on display in more established...
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A mutual fund project of Gold Property Fund, worth Bt2.0 billion, will commence trading in the Property & Construction Group on the Stock Exchange of Thailand using “GOLDPF” as its trading symbol.
The luxurious Miskawaan Estate, part of Samui Villas & Homes’ (SVH) ‘The Signature Collection’, is preparing to welcome VIPS from Land Rover Thailand in Bangkok during the week of the Koh Samui Regatta, 27...
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nterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) has announced plans to develop the InterContinental Hua Hin Resort, scheduled to open in the fourth quarter of 2008.
Retires contemplating a move to Thailand might well feel nervous about purchasing property in the Kingdom. The current political situation is somewhat volatile, and proposed changes to the Foreign Business...
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Town & Country Property is nearing completion of a new housing-estate in Pattaya which it plans to launch this month. Town and Country Managing Director Cees Th. “KC” Cuijpers claims that the 57-unit project...
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Hong Kong Express Airways announced the forthcoming launch of flights on its newest Southeast Asian route between Hong Kong and Bangkok. Set to commence in early September, the new service will be the second...
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In recent months, a number of Thai projects and firms have either been nominated for awards or won accolades from organizations located in various parts of the world. In fact, the past few years have seen...
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The demands and expectations of Hong Kong’s affluent set are constantly increasing in Thailand and investors looking for luxury holiday homes now require sophisticated products.
MIPIM Asia, an exhibition of the property market in Asia Pacific, will be staged at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre this month, from September 27 to 29.
During a press briefing, CDL Group General Manager Chia Ngiang Hong said The “Millennium Residence@Sukhumvit” will have unparalleled panoramic views of Bangkok’s skyline, and also including Benjakitti Park...
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The first Asian affiliate of Sotheby’s International Reality has opened in Phuket. Owned by Krista and Andrew Hunter, Hunter Sotheby’s International Realty is the second big brand affiliate to arrive on the...
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According to recently released data by Visa International, spending with Visa cards has exceed pre-tsunami levels in some areas his by the 2004 tsunami.
Some 14. 2 million foreign tourists are expected to visit Thailand this year, up 3 per cent from 2006, while the country will earn about Bt500 billion (US$15.9 billion) from tourism revenue, an increase of...
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Thailand and Cambodia´s Foreign Ministers have announced details of an agreement which will allow overseas visitors to apply for a visa to either jurisdiction, and then use the document to travel to both countries...
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According to a statement issued by the State Council yesterday, as of June 1 the minimum down payment for a new apartment larger than 90 square metres will be raised
Although bearish on Israeli equity investments given the country's "defensive" nature and the firm's desire for more risky markets, HSBC Holdings is forecasting continued
The Asian market for real estate investment trusts (Reits) is expected to grow this year after a strong showing in 2006 resulting from buoyant equity markets and robust
Seattle, Feb 21: Citigroup's property unit said it raised 1.29 billion dollar for its first fund to invest in real estate and related assets in the Asia-Pacific region, with focus on
Phuket-based property developer C9 Hotelworks has launched a website and worldwide video competition urging the global community to interpret their idea of the perfect lifestyle on the island.
A recent visit to Phuket by the world’s richest man has kick-started plans to build an exclusive mooring off the coast of Thailand’s most popular island for billionaires to park their yachts.
Movenpick Residence Karon Beach Phuket has just been launched. Bill Barnett, Managing Director of C9 Hotelworks, who is responsible for the development and marketing of the project, says 30 brand new 125sqm...
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Construction management of The Heights Phuket has been awarded to Cornerstone Management, a well established company with a successful track record in Thailand.
Santas Pra-sarn-wan, chief of Phuket Execution Office, said in the middle of October his department will bring media members from Bangkok to visit five major properties in Phuket which are listed to be auctioned...
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A considerable amount of property buyers and investors have returned back to the Thai market this month and more transactions are expected in the second half of the year, according to Aliwassa Pathnadabutr...
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An eco-estate adopts the strategy of eco-design by using principles from recent European eco-villages, where power, water, heat and sometimes food are supplied from within the estate. Neither isolated nor...
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Anantara is set to open its boutique 59-suite resort property in Seminyak on December 15, during Bali’s low season. The Bali property, a 30-minute drive from the international airport, marks Anatara´s first...
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Tycoon, Charoen Sirivadhanabhakdi, of TCC land, plans to develop a further 18 projects, set to be worth over Bt100 billion in various destinations, in Thailand and Vietnam, says chief executive, Wallapa Traisorat...
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J.D. Pools, one of Thailand´s leading pool companies with over 10 years of experience, recently held the ´J.D. Pools Festival´ in Phuket to promote a range of new product and technologies.
Australian Mark Hehir has been appointed as General Manager of Anantara Resort Seminyak, Bali, which is slated to open in December. The beachfront development is the first Anantara in Indonesia, and will complement...
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Phuket is experiencing a buzzing low season with hotel occupancy rates up 20%-30% from last year. The term ´low season´ may no longer be applicable based on visitor arrivals in the past several months. "During...
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With the traditional resort property hotspots of Samui, Phuket and Pattaya receiving so much attention from investors in recent years, it’s not surprising that prices are skyrocketing and beach front land...
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Hong Kong Express Airways announced the forthcoming launch of flights on its newest Southeast Asian route between Hong Kong and Bangkok. Set to commence in early September, the new service will be the second...
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Every cruising market eventually loses momentum, but will a second wind follow swiftly for Koh Samui? And what form will it take? James Cook talks to the survivors of the recent slump and assesses new arrivals...
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According to a travel poll conducted by Smart Travel Asia, a leading travel and tourism website, Thailand still rates as one of the most popular destinations in Asia.
Ramada Resort Karon Beach is the latest property to join Destination Properties’ Thai portfolio, with special family-oriented theme guestrooms and a Hilton in the horizon.
