Croatian Masterchef winner Nikola Lesar opens Issara restaurant in Phuket
Issara restaurant is the latest brainchild of 2012 Croatian Masterchef winner Nikola Lesar. Born from the commitment to contribute to Phuket’s changing food scene, Issara champions local produce and aims to bring more experimental flavours to Phuket’s culinary values. Inspired by
IHG expands footprint in Thailand with Holiday Inn and Holiday Inn Express & Suites Phuket Kata Beach
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has signed a management agreement with KW Group to bring both the Holiday Inn and Holiday Inn Express brands to Phuket’s Kata Beach. Scheduled to open in 2022, the two
Emirates operates special flight to Phuket to signal re-start of tourism
On 2 November Emirates operated a special flight to Phuket International Airport, making it the first international carrier to arrive at the popular island destination since Thailand re-opened its borders for international travellers. The special service coincided with the visit
Outrigger Resorts in Phuket and Samui now offer great-value family and couples deals
The pool at Outrigger Koh Samui Beach Resort Outrigger Resorts in Phuket and Koh Samui have announced new holiday offers for families and couples living in Thailand. Outrigger Laguna Phuket Beach Resort has launched an updated Thai Residents’ Rate of THB2,499 net per
Boat Splash to welcome everyone for some fun in the sun
Photo by Phil Clark/ helicam.asia Calling all boaters, yachties and sea-lovers, Disabled Sailing Thailand are organising Phuket's first Boat Splash on 21 October off Phuket's east coast. An on-water meet-up that's open to everyone, Boat Splash will take place in the
JW Marriott Phuket voted amongst Top 10 Southeast Asia resorts by Travel+Leisure
JW Marriott Phuket Resort & Spa, a five-star luxury resort located on the pristine Mai Khao beach of Phuket, is once again recognised by Travel + Leisure World’s Best Award 2020. With an impressive overall score of 94.09, the resort
WOW reopening offer at Novotel Phuket City Phokeethra
Novotel Phuket City Phokeethra welcomes you back to the charms of Phuket Old Town with a generous WOW reopening offer on the Superior Room that will make your next visit to Thailand’s largest island a pure pleasure. The location of the
Special re-opening offers for Thai residents at Outrigger resorts in Phuket and Samui
Outrigger Resorts in Phuket and Koh Samui have announced 50% off with a special 1+1 re-opening rate for Thai citizens and residents. This means Outrigger Laguna Phuket Beach Resort is available from THB 1799++ per night, and Outrigger Koh Samui
JW Marriott Phuket and Mai Khao Marine Turtle Foundation join Royal Thai Navy to release sea turtles
George Varughese, general manager of JW Marriott Phuket Resort & Spa, and the Mai Khao Marine Turtle Foundation team participated in the Royal Thai Navy Third Area Command’s sea turtle release ceremony at the headquarters in Cape Panwa, in honour
Montara to open new health and wellness residential community in Phuket
Montara Hospitality Group (MHG), the Bangkok-based developer behind the award-winning luxury resort destination Trisara and Michelin-starred PRU, has announced the development of a comprehensive health and wellness residential community in Phuket, Thailand, to be completed in 2022. MHG is investing over THB 6,600 million
Supersports Laguna Phuket Marathon predicts 15,000 runners from more than 70 countries
The award-winning Supersports Laguna Phuket Marathon will take place for the fifteenth time on 13th and 14th June at Laguna Phuket, welcoming 15,000 runners from more than 70 countries and a new title sponsor, Supersports. As Phuket's largest sporting event and
JW Marriott Phuket Resort & Spa named as a top family resort by Australian magazine
JW Marriott Phuket Resort & Spa has been named one of the Top 10 Best Family Resorts in Thailand in 18th annual Readers’ Choice Top 10 Resorts Awards by Holidays with Kids magazine, Australia. Holidays with Kids is Australia’s #1 multi-platform
Weekend evening chill-out at Estrela Sky Lounge rooftop bar Phuket
Weekend evenings have just become a lot cooler with the new chill-out hours at Estrela Sky Lounge, the rooftop bar in Phuket Town, on the 18th floor of Novotel Phuket Phokeethra, every Friday and Saturday night throughout the month of
Thai Vietjet Becomes First Airline in Thailand to Operate New Airbus A321
Thai Vietjet took under its wing a new Airbus A321 last month, which is the sixth in its fleet and the first airplane of its kind to be based in the country with any carrier. The aircraft, named "Gardenia," was configured in
The Canvas Local Tour 2018: 4 chefs, 3 elements, 2 locations
The Canvas Local Tour 2018 will involve chefs from different regions of Thailand: North East (Isaan), Central (Bangkok), South (Hua Hin), and Southern Island (Phuket), who are driving the local ingredient movement in the casual fine dining scene. Chef Jimmy of
4,000 Runners Compete at 4th Supersports 10 Mile International Run 2018 Phuket
A weekend of sporting fun saw a record-breaking 4,000 runners enjoy the 4th Supersports 10 Mile International Run 2018 Phuket. Held on March 24 and 25 at the award-winning Thanyapura Health & Sports Resort, there was something for everyone with distances
Bill Bailey’s Live in Asia Tour 2018
Comedian and musician Bill Bailey announced his brand new Live in Asia Tour 2018 which will take place on the of April 5, 7, and 9 in Bangkok, Pattaya, and Phuket respectively, as part of the Magners International Comedy Festival. Kicking off his Asia
Laguna Phuket Marathon to welcome 8,000+ runners for 2018 event
The award-winning Laguna Phuket Marathon, will take place at the Laguna Phuket resort complex on Bang Tao Beach on June 9 -10, 2018. Organised by Go Adventure Asia, Laguna Phuket Marathon has been certified by AIMS (Association of International Marathons and
A New Year closer to the stars at ESTRELA Sky Lounge
New Year at Novotel Phuket Phokeethra. Food at AMOR restaurant will feature a curated menu, followed by cocktails and drinks at the ESTRELA Sky Lounge. The Lounge is situated on the 18th floor rooftop with views of Phuket’s Old Town,
Rosewood Phuket opened with “Charms of the Andaman” experience
A new chapter in the global expansion of Rosewood Hotels & Resorts began yesterday, November 20, 2017, with the opening of Rosewood Phuket and its “Charms of the Andaman” experience-driven introductory offer. The resort is located along a 600-meter of secluded beachfront in