Bangkok’s land market defies gravity. Even as Thailand’s economy cools, prices in prime districts—from Sukhumvit to Sathorn—keep climbing. Scarcity, zoning limits, and deep-pocketed investors sustain record values, proving that Bangkok’s real estate boom is far from over.
Thai police raids on Koh Samui and Koh Phangan signal an end to decades of “nominee” business tricks. An investigative look at dawn arrests, the 7,000 companies under scrutiny, legal fault lines, expat fallout, and what’s next as Thailand’s foreign-front era closes.
Thailand’s sunshine is as beautiful as it is brutal. With UV levels routinely off the charts, sunscreen isn’t just for beach days – it’s your daily armor under the Land of Smiles’ skies.
Thailand has simplified its Non-Immigrant visas into seven categories. Here’s what changed, what didn’t, and how to pick the right path without tripping KYC or renewal risks.
An alarming number of people in Thailand risk delaying or avoiding hospital care when dengue fever strikes—all to save money on medical bills. This magazine-grade deep dive reveals why that cost-cutting gamble could be deadly, and how prioritizing health over expense can literally save your life.
From May 2025, Thailand replaced its long-standing paper TM6 with a mandatory online form — the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC). The shift promises faster entry and cleaner data, but will travelers embrace it or resent the extra screen time?
Thailand’s bid to stamp out financial fraud is turning visa stamps into financial lifelines. In a sweeping crackdown, banks are freezing and denying accounts for foreigners without long-term visas – upending the daily lives of expats and long-stay tourists alike.
Two of Phuket’s most iconic day tours lead to very different island escapes. One whisks you to the Phi Phi Islands, made famous by "The Beach"; the other navigates Phang Nga Bay’s towering karst cliffs at James Bond Island. This side-by-side comparison helps you choose your perfect day in paradise.
Thailand’s 5-year Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) offers digital nomads unmatched freedom to live and work remotely in the Kingdom. But growing rumors of its potential cancellation raise one pressing question — what happens to current DTV holders if the program is scrapped?
Thailand's healthcare system offers two starkly different experiences. Public hospitals are accessible and affordable, yet crowded and mostly Thai-speaking. Private hospitals deliver world-class treatment and comfort - but at a cost that makes health insurance more than a luxury.
