With attention focused largely on holiday celebrations in the past couple of weeks, most Thais probably missed the news about a milestone event in Nicaragua just before Christmas. The event was a groundbreaking ceremony, commencing the construction of the Nicaragua Canal linking the Pacific Ocean with the Atlantic Ocean. Projected to be completed in five […]
Continue ReadingThe Transport Ministry is looking at the possibility of handing the entire Green Line train project to the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA). Transport Minister ACM Prajin Juntong said on Monday the BMA had agreed to take over construction of the Green Line’s southern extension from Baring to Samut Prakan. The construction cost is under negotiation. […]
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Internationally renowned hotel group Marriott International have announced the opening of their 32nd Courtyard branded hotel in Asia Pacific, located in Thailand’s tourist hotspot of South Pattaya. The new 7-storey, 132-room hotel will be the second Courtyard by Marriott in Thailand and is set within Pattaya’s bustling city area within walking distance to the beach […]
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Hilton Worldwide today announced expansion plans in Thailand with the signing of a management agreement with Q Hospitality Development Company Limited to open Hilton Phuket Patong Resort, the 13th Hilton Worldwide property in Thailand. The new hotel which is expected to open in the first quarter of 2018 will be the sixth Hilton Hotels & […]
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S. Korea minister asks why China won routes South Korea has said the Thai government is backing away from a promise to grant it rail project investment rights, instead signing a deal with China to invest in the infrastructure. A South Korean minister queried why Thailand granted the projects to China even though Prime Minister […]
Continue ReadingLooking for a safe, affordable place for retirement? With its warm climate, affordable housing and generous benefits, Ecuador was named the best country to retire in by InternationalLiving.com. The South American nation topped the website’s annual global retirement index of 25 best countries, scoring high points for affordable cost of living, entertainment and amenities.Next are […]
Continue ReadingJust two weeks ago, we were stunned to hear that Four Seasons would be leaving Bangkok (pictured above), to be replaced by a flagship Anantara resort. But we also had a feeling this wasn’t the end of the road for FS in Bangkok. In fact, here’s exactly what we said: As much as this means […]
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Country Group and Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts Announce New Hotel and Residential Project at Chao Phraya Estate, Bangkok Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok at Chao Phraya River and Four Seasons Private Residences Bangkok at Chao Phraya River to take their place as iconic landmarks on the longest waterfront promenade in Bangkok, covering 35-2-68 Rai (approximately […]
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The Energy Ministry’s plan for 2015 paves the way for full energy reform, says Energy Minister Narongchai Akrasanee. In 2015, the petrol prices and diesel will be at the same level as part of the Energy Ministry’s energy reform. THANARAK KHUNTON Early in the year, the ministry plans to adjust the price of diesel and […]
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South Korea seems keen to invest in Thailand’s development of infrastructure projects especially the 1.435-meter standard gauge twin-track railway construction. The Korean interest was expressed by H.E. Mr. Suh Seoung-hwan, the Korean Minister of Land, Infrastructure, and Transport in discussions with his Thai counterpart, Air Chief Marshal Prajin Juntong today. The Thai Transport Minister revealed […]
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