Thailand

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Rixos to open its first all-inclusive resort in Thailand

News Desk 04/09/2026

Ennismore, the fastest-growing lifestyle hospitality company, together with Central Group Capital, the fund management arm of Central Group – one of Thailand’s leading international conglomerates – today announces the signing of Rixos Water World Phuket, marking the debut of Rixos, the pioneer

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Rixos to open first all-inclusive resort in Thailand

News Desk 03/09/2026

Ennismore, the fastest-growing lifestyle hospitality company, together with Central Group Capital, the fund management arm of Central Group – one of Thailand’s leading international conglomerates – today announces the signing of Rixos Water World Phuket, marking the debut of Rixos, the pioneer of the luxury all-inclusive concept, in Thailand. Bringing Rixos’ distinctive

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SAii Hotels & Resorts has introduced two GCC-focused island offers in Thailand

News Desk 05/08/2026

A long-standing favourite for GCC travellers, Thailand is seeing record numbers of visitors from the region this summer as holidaymakers look to escape city heat for tropical breezes. To help Middle Eastern guests feel at home, SAii Hotels & Resorts has introduced two distinct island escapes that prioritise privacy, seclusion and family time. From the […]

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Thailand and UAE Relations Set for Major Expansion in Trade, Tourism, Innovation, and Investment in 2026

News Desk 15/05/2026

Thailand and the UAE are entering a new phase of strategic cooperation in 2026, with bilateral trade, tourism, technology, and investment partnerships expected to witness significant growth, according to H.E. Bolbongse Vangphaen, Ambassador of Thailand to the UAE. In an exclusive interview to “gulftourism.news “ in Abu Dhabi , Ambassador Vangphaen highlighted the strong

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Celebrate Songkran at Thiptar

News Desk 07/04/2026

Experience the vibrant spirit of Songkran, Thailand’s water festival, in iconic style at Thiptara, with the stunning views of the Dubai Fountains and the majestic Burj Khalifa.  Savor authentic Thai flavors with curated sharing menus, available in both vegetarian and non-vegetarian options. Each dish is thoughtfully prepared to celebrate the richness of Thai cuisine while

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Celebrate Songkran at Thiptara

News Desk 01/04/2026

Experience the vibrant spirit of Songkran, Thailand’s water festival, in iconic style at Thiptara, with the stunning views of the Dubai Fountains and the majestic Burj Khalifa.  Savor authentic Thai flavors with curated sharing menus, available in both vegetarian and non-vegetarian options. Each dish is thoughtfully prepared to celebrate the richness of Thai cuisine while

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UAE national team raises medal tally to ten at World Youth Jiu-Jitsu Championship in Thailand

News Desk 12/11/2025

The UAE under-18 girls’ jiu-jitsu national team, sponsored by Mubadala Investment Company, delivered a strong performance at the 2025 World Championship (U16, U18, U21), taking place in Bangkok, Thailand, from November 10 to 14. The Emirati girls impressed on Tuesday, adding four more medals to the country’s tally, including one gold, one silver and two […]

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UAE Youth Team Intensifies Training in Thailand Ahead of IMMAF Youth World Championships

PR News Desk 04/07/2025

The UAE National Youth Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) Team is currently undergoing intensive training in Phuket, Thailand, as part of its final preparations for the 2025 IMMAF Youth World Championships. The camp, which runs until July 19, aims to sharpen the skills of the young athletes ahead of the global competition taking place in Al […]

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Central Pattana & Partners Invest THB 1B in ‘Summer Grand Sale 2025’ to Boost Tourism and Thailand’s Shopping Appeal

PR News Desk 12/06/2025

Central Pattana plc, Thailand’s leading real estate developer and operator of Central shopping centers nationwide, is teaming up with affiliates under Central Group and key partners across both public and private sectors to launch the Summer Grand Sale 2025—the biggest mid-year sale shopping event of the year. With an investment of THB 1 billion, the […]

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Dubai International Chamber launches 36th international representative officein Bangkok to boost trade and investments with Thailand

PR News Desk 01/06/2025

Dubai International Chamber, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, has inaugurated its 36th representative office in Thailand. Located in Bangkok, the new office will play a key role in attracting businesses and investments from Thailand to Dubai and further strengthening the growing trade ties between the two markets. The […]

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ICONSIAM Achieves Global Recognition as Thailand’s Premier Luxury Shopping and Lifestyle Destination

PR News Desk 10/05/2025

ICONSIAM has been recognized as the Best Luxury Shopping Mall in Thailand by the Luxury Lifestyle Awards. This award celebrates the project’s extraordinary impact on Thailand’s retail and cultural landscape, solidifying its position as an iconic destination on the global luxury map. Developed by Siam Piwat Group, Magnolia Quality Development Corporation, and Charoen

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Aquella Golf & Country Club Recognized as Thailand’s Premier Golf Destination

PR News Desk 21/03/2025

Aquella Golf & Country Club, located on the breathtaking Andaman Sea coastline in Phang Nga province, has been honored with a Luxury Lifestyle Awards for Best Luxury Golf Course in Thailand. This accolade further cements Aquella’s reputation as a premier destination for luxury living, world-class golf, and exceptional recreation. Set against a stunning backdrop, the

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Jiu-Jitsu National Team Heads to Thailand to Participate in Asian Championships

PR News Desk 11/02/2025

The UAE Jiu-Jitsu National Team began arriving in Bangkok on Monday to participate in the 2nd Ju-Jitsu Asian Youth Championship (U16 and U18) and the 1st Asian Cup (U14), which will be held from February 13 to 15. The team, comprising both male and female athletes, aims to continue its dominance in Asia and build […]

Travel

Emirates’ refurbished lounge opens at Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi Airport

News Desk 03/02/2025

Able to accommodate 250 passengers Emirates has opened its newly relocated and refurbished lounge in the Satellite 1 Terminal (SAT-1) at Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi Airport. The $5 million refurbishment has transformed the lounge into a facility that sets a new benchmark for premium travel, providing Emirates passengers with an enhanced ground experience. Spanning 1,454

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AWS Launches Infrastructure Region in Thailand

PR News Desk 08/01/2025

Amazon Web Services, Inc. (AWS), an Amazon.com, Inc. company (NASDAQ: AMZN), today announced the launch of the AWS Asia Pacific (Thailand) Region. Now, developers, startups, entrepreneurs, and enterprises, as well as government, education, and nonprofit organizations, will have greater choice for running their applications and serving end users from AWS data centers

Events Gitex

GITEX Digi_Health 5.0 Expo-Summit Asia set for debut in Bangkok

News Editor 2 15/09/2024

Edition set for 2025 debut Kaoun International and Messe Düsseldorf Asia will jointly organise the inaugural GITEX Digi_Health 5.0 Expo-Summit Asia in Bangkok, Thailand, from September 10-12, 2025. Kaoun International is the international arm of Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC), which organises the GITEX Global series of tech shows, while Messe Düsseldorf Asia organises

Beauty Events

Cosmoprof CBE ASEAN 2024 Sets New Records

News Editor 2 30/06/2024

Cosmoprof CBE ASEAN 2024 Sets New Records The beauty industry in Southeast Asia continues to flourish, as evidenced by the success of Cosmoprof CBE ASEAN 2024. The region’s premier beauty trade show concluded last week with record-breaking participation and an overwhelming display of industry innovations. The third edition of Cosmoprof CBE ASEAN, held at the […]

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TOURISM AUTHORITY OF THAILAND AND DNATA TRAVEL GROUP SIGN NEW AGREEMENT

News Desk 07/05/2024

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) and dnata Travel Group, a global leader in travel services, have signed a Strategic Partnership Agreement with the aim of enhancing tourism to Thailand. The agreement was formalized on Monday, May 6th, 2024, at the Thailand Pavilion during the Arabian Travel Market 2024 in Dubai, UAE. The partnership seeks […]

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Barceló Hotel Group opens its first resort in Thailand

PR News Desk 05/02/2024

Barceló Hotel Group expands its international presence in Asia with the opening of Barceló Coconut Island hotel. The recently refurbished 5-star resort is on Coconut Island, known as Koh Maprao in Thai, 500 metres off the east coast of Phuket. The resort offers a 24-hour taxi service, allowing guests to enjoy the privacy and tranquillity […]

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Gulf Craft’s Attendance at Thailand Boat Show Underlines Commitment

PR News Desk 19/01/2024

Gulf Craft’s strategic presence at the Thailand International Boat Show not only led to positive meetings with regional stakeholders and industry leaders in the region but also underscored the shipyard’s plan to solidify its foothold in Asia and Australia. This move is rooted in the rich history of Gulf Craft supporting the marine industry in […]