Held over nine days during the Chinese New Year period, usually in late January or early February, the fair transforms the grounds of Wat Chalong, Phuket’s most revered Buddhist temple, into a lively celebration of faith, food, and fun. Stepping into the fairgrounds is…
Phuket is renowned for its stunning beaches and turquoise waters, but hidden within this tropical paradise lies a cultural gem: Phuket Old Town. And once a year, this historic district bursts to life with the vibrant and captivating Phuket Old Town Festival.
Phuket: A Paradise Investment for foreigners: Imagine waking up to the gentle breeze and the sound of waves crashing on the shore every morning. Phuket’s year-round tropical climate offers sunshine and warmth, making it an idyllic escape from colder climates. This tropical haven is perfect for those seeking a vacation home, a place to retire, or a smart investment in paradise.
It is during their last two years at QSI that students decide what type of diploma they will need to pursue their higher education. A guidance counselor or the school principal are available each week to help students choose the path that best matches their aspirations.
Phuket, Thailand’s largest island, is an exquisite tropical paradise that attracts millions of visitors from across the globe. Blessed with crystal-clear waters, golden beaches, and lush landscapes, Phuket offers an
In Phuket real estate and in Thailand in general, it is common to invest in off-plan new rental property programs that are not yet completed (similar to Sale before Completion – VEFA in France). However, this means waiting for the delivery, sometimes 1 or 2 years before receiving the first rents. To address this issue, several developers offer “cashback”: if the buyer chooses to pay 100% for the property upon signing the…
Phuket has historically been the most popular tourist destination in Thailand, which is why its hotel market is the most active. Its location, at the exit of the Strait of Malacca, has always made it an international crossroads, especially crossed by the Silk Road maritime route, but it is mainly the early development of the island in terms of tourism that makes it the top destination in Thailand. The first backpackers arrived as early as the 1970s and…
The Vice President of the Phuket Provincial Administration Organization, Anupab Vejwanichsanong, announced on April 22 that a recently held roadshow is expected to draw one million more Chinese tourists to the island by year’s end, according to a report by the Bangkok Post. The boost in tourism is anticipated to contribute around 40 billion baht in revenue to the island’s economy. The ‘Amazing Phuket Roadshow to …
After living in Thailand for six months, you will be required to pay income taxes on both domestic and international income, even if you do not have a work visa. It is recommended to work with a tax accountant to file your taxes since everything is in Thai. However, Thailand has agreements with several other countries to prevent double taxation on income. Income earned inside Thailand during retirement is…
Aside from the obvious choice of owning a piece of land on the ocean in a beautiful, tropical paradise, where the warmth of the Sun, the gentle sea breezes, literally, will add good years to your life, just be being there, then designing and building your own dream, there is a more overall practical, structured options. In Thailand, based on the condominium laws of other parts of
On April 9th, NBCCP has delivered over 1,250 packs of food for the needy in Patong, just before the Thai New Year (Songrkran) on the 13th of April. Thanks to the volunteer who have come and help us to organise and distribute the meals. Pastor Aland and his wife Sunee have been able to maintain the food donation since April 2020, with an average of 200 packages daily. Thank you to the donors …
