Thailand

Since the advent of T-Pop, local dramas (Lakhons), and Boys’ Love (BL) series, Thai male celebrities have become international celebrities. From now on, the biggest stars in the Thai film industry are making huge money off of global fan gatherings, luxury brand endorsements, and savvy business ventures. So, if you’re looking for who the top dog is in the financial …

This month you’re going to be traveling to Bangkok, Phuket or Chiang Mai and you’re heading for the tropics? If that’s the case, then your travel list is a little different. The paper TM6 immigration forms, which were traditionally blue and white, have been phased out. The Thai government has implemented the Thailand Digital Arrival Card, which is a mandatory …

When you find out you won the lottery, you feel a tremendous amount of adrenaline. The old-fashioned “rush to the kiosk” or direct trip to the Government Lottery Office (GLO) head office are things of the past in Thailand. The official partnership with Digital 6-Digit Lottery (L6) allows you to instantly secure your cash digitally. Learning how to legally claim …

After the phenomenal success Running Man Thailand, the show has now officially taken over Southeast Asian entertainment talk mostly around Malaysia.  The Asian version of the iconic Korean entertainment show burst on TikTok, X and streaming apps after its first season in which it reached record higher viewership, making billions of impressions and gaining a slew of new fans. Clenching …

The new Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) is one of the most appealing long-stay visas out there in Asia for digital nomads, remote workers, freelancers and even lifestyle travelers. The DTV is an attempt to get foreigners away from the never-ending cycle of tourist visa runs and provide a stable legal rule to assist those who would wish to stay in …

Nothing dampens a vacation more than getting off the plane and arriving in the tropical heat of Bangkok, only to be greeted by a massive, slow-moving queue at the immigration counter. Fortunately, immigration overhauls have recently been made easier to pass around this logistical hurdle. With a little advance planning, you can avoid all those frenetic lines! You should know …

The backpacking trip from Thailand, Cambodia to Vietnam is among the most popular ones around the world as one of the well-known routes. But, 2026 brings significant changes in the visa policies, tougher border controls and digital travel systems that radically change how travelers look at planning their trips. Even the old overland loop gets a lot more affordable today, …

Bangkok K-Culture Festival 2026 has been officially revealed as one of the largest lifestyle festivals in Bangkok this year. The Festival is held over 2 big weekends and features Korean entertainment, fashion, beauty, technology and food stalls, which draw huge crowds from Thailand and throughout Southeast Asia. The event is optimally segmented into two dedicated Zones for festivals around Bangkok. …

The Kingdom of Thailand is officially preparing for the biggest colourful celebration of its life. The final official timetable has been released, and there’s a lot of excitement building in Southeast Asia. This year’s celebration has historic significance, as the country’s historic marriage equality laws have been implemented. The organizers have created a wide-ranging week-long campaign to ensure the metropolis …

The international travel scene in Southeast Asia has been shaken up. The Thai government has dramatically scrapped its popular long-term residency programme, shaking up the travel world. The Thai government has suddenly suspended its popular long-term residency scheme, sending waves of shock through the travel community. Security authorities have shut down the free 2-month entry period just months after opening …