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  • Anantara Thailand Resorts Announced as Filming Locations for HBO’s The White Lotus Season 3

    HBO’s Emmy-winning series The White Lotus, created by Mike White, has officially chosen three Anantara Thailand resorts as filming locations

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    HBO’s Emmy-winning series The White Lotus, created by Mike White, has officially chosen three Anantara Thailand resorts as filming locations for its highly anticipated third season.

    According to Warner Bros. Discovery, The White Lotus Thailand will feature Anantara Lawana Koh Samui Resort, Anantara Mai Khao Phuket Villas, and Anantara Bophut Koh Samui Resort as key settings for the show’s signature drama and satire.

    Featured Locations:

    • Anantara Bophut Koh Samui Resort: Set along Bophut Beach, this tropical paradise appears throughout the series, showcasing its iconic Thai-style lobby, lush entrance, employee parking lot, and jewellery store. Designed by architect Bill Bensley, the resort’s picturesque landscapes and Southern Thai heritage provide an authentic backdrop.
    • Anantara Lawana Koh Samui Resort: Known for its Singing Bird Lounge, a treehouse-style bar nestled in a 120-year-old tree, this location plays a key role in Season 3’s bar scenes. The lounge, inspired by Samui’s traditional bird-singing contests, offers breathtaking ocean views and an immersive cultural experience.
    • Anantara Mai Khao Phuket Villas: This luxurious beachfront retreat serves as The Wellness Sanctuary, Spa, and Belinda’s Room in the show. Offering seclusion and elegance, the resort’s 183 villas and serene surroundings make it the perfect setting for The White Lotus’s signature intrigue.

    The Lotus Awakening Escape Package

    Fans can immerse themselves in The White Lotus experience with a four-night retreat at the featured Anantara resorts. The package includes:

    • Anantara Bophut Koh Samui Resort: Luxury stay, Passage of the Lotus cultural tour, spa treatments, and beachfront dining.
    • Anantara Lawana Koh Samui Resort: Themed cocktails at The Singing Bird Lounge and an eight-course dining experience at Tree Tops Signature Dining.
    • Anantara Mai Khao Phuket Villas: Exclusive spa rituals, guided Phuket tours, and Lotus Season dining at La Sala.

    For bookings and more details, visit www.anantara.com.

     

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    18 February 18 2025
    LOCAL
    https://thairesidents.com/?p=51033
  • Love across the canal ends in tragedy

    A WOMAN very much in love with her boyfriend decided to swim across the canal to meet him but got

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    A WOMAN very much in love with her boyfriend decided to swim across the canal to meet him but got tired and tragically drowned, Amarin TV said today (Feb. 16).

    This morning police at Klong Dan station, Bang Bo district, Samut Prakan, were alerted of a woman’s body seen floating in Klong Dan canal, opposite Khlong Dan Health Centre, with a team quickly going there to investigate accompanied by Por Tek Tung Foundation rescuers and a doctor from at Ramathibodi Chakri Naruebodindra Hospital.

    At the scene they found the body of the woman, later identified as Ms. Nichasanan (surname withheld), 58, floating face down in the approximately 80-to 100-metre wide canal wearing a pair of pants, a T-shirt and a shirt. There were no signs of physical assault and it was estimated that she had been dead for around 12 hours.

    Mr. Nikhom Thongtem, 68, a civil defence volunteer, told police that at around 10.30 p.m. last night he ran into this same woman at the pier opposite Wat Mongkol Kothawas temple. She appeared drunk as she told him that she was going to swim across the canal to meet her boyfriend who lives on the other bank.

    He told her not to do that and helped her out of the water but this morning he heard of a woman having drowned at this canal and it turned out it was the same person he saved last night. It appears that around half an hour later, at 11 p.m., she returned and jumped into the canal to swim across but got tired and drowned.

    Mr. Ek, 38, the owner of a grocery store, said in the past this woman used to come and drink in front of his shop and often rowed her boat to get to the other side of the canal and he had frequently helped her. However, of late she moved to drink in front of the temple and it shocked him to find out that she had drowned.

     Photo: Amarin TV

    This reporter originally appeared at www.thainewsroom.com

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    17 February 17 2025
    LOCAL
    https://thairesidents.com/?p=51024
  • Monk and layman die in fire at Thai temple in New York City

    A THAI Buddhist monk and a layman died in a fire at Wat Usa Buddhayaram temple in New York City

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    A THAI Buddhist monk and a layman died in a fire at Wat Usa Buddhayaram temple in New York City in the early hours of Wednesday morning (Feb. 12) (local time) with the blaze raging violently as it snowed in the bitter cold, Naewna newspaper said today (Feb. 14).

    Facebook user Mr. Thanat Inthisan who shared this sad news said it was Phra Maha Direk Chomphunit who died in the blaze while a Thai man who also did not survive was only named as Mr. Pat with his real name and surname still unknown.

    Others who survived the blaze are Phra Manop Srisawat (Phra Dhamma 30), who had been hospitalised for smoke inhalation but now discharged, Phra Yut Chakkaworn (Pha Wong) (Phra Dhamma 24), Phra Chitja Kunkaro (Panajit) and Wade Bhuripanyo (guest), an American.

    Buddha images and some undamaged property as well as monks’ personal documents were moved to Wat Vajiradhammapadip temple, also in New York City, where the monks from the damaged temple are now residing.

    An insurance company representative has held talks with a representative of the badly damaged temple while the Thai embassy offered condolences.

     photo: Naewna

    This report originally appeared at www.thainewsroom.com

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    15 February 15 2025
    WORLD
    https://thairesidents.com/?p=51020
  • Cyber police round up Taiwanese grey capital gang in Phuket

    A GANG of Taiwanese grey capitalists who had set up an online system to quickly transfer money for illegal gambling

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    A GANG of Taiwanese grey capitalists who had set up an online system to quickly transfer money for illegal gambling website owners was arrested in Phuket, Naewna newspaper said late tonight (Feb. 11).

    Pol. Lt. Gen. Trirong Phiwpaen, head of the Technology Crime Suppression Division, said their operation,  “Hunting Down the Island, Breaking Up International Grey Capital”, discovered that the service this group of suspects offered helped gambling website owners conceal their money trail while not having to themselves set up mule accounts.

    They  very quickly transferred gambling cash to the beneficiary through dozens of mule accounts all in one go with the online gambling website operators not having to do so themselves much more slowly.

    The suspects, who are both in Thailand and overseas, had set up an online system called tsn7.yourpay with an app for both Android and iOS phones called Tsnupay. Thais were hired to open mule accounts with facial scanning and upon receiving money quickly transfer it to the recipient while keeping a share of it.

    Operators of several gambling websites were earlier arrested including GoatBet178, Icb365, Lavaslot777, Lava123, Sexybestbacarat, Sabestbacarat and were charged with advertising and inviting people to gamble and jointly organising online gambling.

    Police investigated until they found out that the suspects who ran this financial system were Taiwanese who came here to commit their crime and hid in Phuket. They constantly moved to a new dwelling where they set up their headquarters, choosing luxury villas and condominiums, making it difficult to track them down.

    Photos: TV 5HD

    This report originally appeared at www.thainewsroom.com

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    14 February 14 2025
    LOCAL
    https://thairesidents.com/?p=51016
  • Cyber police round up Taiwanese grey capital gang in Phuket

    A GANG of Taiwanese grey capitalists who had set up an online system to quickly transfer money for illegal gambling

    The post Cyber police round up Taiwanese grey capital gang in Phuket appeared first on ThaiResidents.com - Thai Local News - Thai News.

    A GANG of Taiwanese grey capitalists who had set up an online system to quickly transfer money for illegal gambling website owners was arrested in Phuket, Naewna newspaper said late tonight (Feb. 11).

    Pol. Lt. Gen. Trirong Phiwpaen, head of the Technology Crime Suppression Division, said their operation,  “Hunting Down the Island, Breaking Up International Grey Capital”, discovered that the service this group of suspects offered helped gambling website owners conceal their money trail while not having to themselves set up mule accounts.

    They  very quickly transferred gambling cash to the beneficiary through dozens of mule accounts all in one go with the online gambling website operators not having to do so themselves much more slowly.

    The suspects, who are both in Thailand and overseas, had set up an online system called tsn7.yourpay with an app for both Android and iOS phones called Tsnupay. Thais were hired to open mule accounts with facial scanning and upon receiving money quickly transfer it to the recipient while keeping a share of it.

    Operators of several gambling websites were earlier arrested including GoatBet178, Icb365, Lavaslot777, Lava123, Sexybestbacarat, Sabestbacarat and were charged with advertising and inviting people to gamble and jointly organising online gambling.

    Police investigated until they found out that the suspects who ran this financial system were Taiwanese who came here to commit their crime and hid in Phuket. They constantly moved to a new dwelling where they set up their headquarters, choosing luxury villas and condominiums, making it difficult to track them down.

    Photos: TV 5HD

    This report originally appeared at www.thainewsroom.com

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    12 February 12 2025
    LOCAL
    https://thairesidents.com/?p=51011
  • Russian woman arrested for smoking in a popular Phuket shopping mall

    PHUKET police arrested a Russian woman who sat smoking cigarettes and taking selfies in front of a beauty parlour within

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    PHUKET police arrested a Russian woman who sat smoking cigarettes and taking selfies in front of a beauty parlour within a popular shopping mall after a short video of her doing so turned into a hot topic online, Thai Rath newspaper said this evening.

    “Hor Jang Phuket” webpage shared a 16-second video clip of the 26-year-old Russian woman completely ignoring other shoppers as she sat on the floor of the shopping mall smoking and taking selfies.

    This led to a large number of people commenting and criticising her action.

    Moreover Wichit police station had also received a complaint from a beauty parlour that a foreign woman had not paid for her hair cut.

    When police arrived they saw that aside from smoking and using her mobile phone she was also troubling the other shoppers by cursing at them.

    After determining that she was the same person as seen in the video clip, police seized her cigarettes and charged her with threatening, annoying and embarrassing others in a public place and smoking in a place where this is not allowed.

     Photos: Thai Rath

    This report originally appeared at www.thainewsroom.com

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    11 February 11 2025
    LOCAL
    https://thairesidents.com/?p=51005
  • Recharge Your Day with the Express Lunch Menus at Courtyard by Marriott Bangkok Sukhumvit 20

    Take a break from your busy schedule and indulge in a delicious yet affordable lunch at Courtyard by Marriott Bangkok

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    Take a break from your busy schedule and indulge in a delicious yet affordable lunch at Courtyard by Marriott Bangkok Sukhumvit 20. The hotel invites both guests and local residents to enjoy a satisfying three-course meal—including a starter, main course, dessert, and a drink—all for THB 500 or less!

    Served daily at Reap Factory, the hotel’s dynamic all-day dining venue, the Express Set Lunch Menu offers six curated options to suit every palate. Guests can choose from two Thai, two Western, and two Japanese three-course menus, each thoughtfully prepared by skilled chefs using fresh, responsibly sourced ingredients.

    Savor Authentic Thai Flavors

    The Thai Express Set Lunch Menus present two enticing choices. Set A includes satay gai (grilled marinated chicken with peanut sauce and cucumber relish), followed by either Pad Kra Pao salmon (crispy salmon with spicy holy basil sauce, steamed rice, and a fried egg) or salmon kra-thium prik Thai (fried salmon with garlic pepper sauce and rice, topped with a fried egg). Dessert is a refreshing chao guay (glass jelly in syrup). Set B begins with yum woonsen goong (spicy glass noodle salad with shrimp) and offers two tempting mains: Pad Priew Wann (sweet & sour pork or chicken with rice) or gai kua prik klue (crispy fried chicken with chili & salt on rice). The meal concludes with a sweet serving of lord chong (pandan noodles with coconut milk).

    Classic Western Comforts

    For those who crave Western cuisine, the Western Express Set Lunch Menus deliver delightful options. Set A starts with a nutritious salmon salad, followed by a choice of spaghetti (Bolognese, carbonara, tomato & basil, or aglio e olio) or grilled sea bass with spinach and butter-lemon sauce, finishing with freshly cut tropical fruit. Set B features a traditional Caesar salad and two delicious mains: grilled salmon with mashed potatoes, spinach & dill cream sauce, or grilled BBQ chicken with potato wedges and grilled tomato. The perfect ending? A scoop of rich, creamy ice cream.

    Experience the Essence of Japanese Cuisine

    Fans of Japanese flavors will love the Japanese Express Set Lunch Menus. Set A features tofu salad and a choice of grilled salmon teriyaki on rice or sake chahan (Japanese-style salmon fried rice topped with a fried egg), with a side of fresh tropical fruit. Set B includes teriyaki chicken salad, followed by either oyakodon (chicken & egg simmered in shoyu & dashi broth on rice) or tonkatsu (breaded fried pork with katsu curry sauce on rice), with dango (sweet rice flour dumplings in shoyu sauce) for dessert.

    A Perfect Midday Retreat

    Each Express Set Lunch Menu also includes a complimentary soft drink, tea, or coffee. Whether you’re meeting colleagues for a business lunch, catching up with friends and family, or simply taking a solo break, Reap Factory’s vibrant yet relaxing atmosphere provides the perfect setting.

    Available daily from 12:00 to 16:00 hrs, these value-packed meals range from just THB 450 for Thai options to THB 500 for Western and Japanese selections. Conveniently located near Asoke and Phrom Phong BTS Skytrain and Sukhumvit MRT subway stations, Reap Factory is an ideal dining destination in the heart of Bangkok.

    For more details about Reap Factory at Courtyard by Marriott Bangkok Sukhumvit 20, visit: www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/bkkct-courtyard-bangkok-sukhumvit-20/overview/

     

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    9 February 09 2025
    AROUND TOWN
    https://thairesidents.com/?p=50994
  • Shark and Ninja Products Now Available Across Thailand Through Power Buy Partnership

    Power Buy, a subsidiary of Central Retail, has officially launched SharkNinja, a leading American appliance brand, in the Thai market.

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    Power Buy, a subsidiary of Central Retail, has officially launched SharkNinja, a leading American appliance brand, in the Thai market. This partnership marks a significant milestone for Thai consumers, introducing innovative and high-quality home solutions from a globally recognized brand. PB Logistics Co., Ltd. has been appointed as the exclusive distributor in Thailand, with the market launch set for Q1 2025 in collaboration with Power Buy. SharkNinja products will be available in 20 Power Buy stores across Bangkok and key tourist provinces, as well as online platforms.

    The partnership encompasses all SharkNinja APAC product categories, ranging from premium home and kitchen solutions to renowned beauty products. With a legacy spanning several decades, SharkNinja has evolved from an early-stage appliance pioneer into a trusted multi-billion-dollar brand portfolio across 33 subcategories, including home, kitchen, and beauty products. Driven by two core brands—Shark and Ninja—SharkNinja has a proven history of market disruption, boasting over 4,500 patents globally, five innovation centers, and net sales exceeding USD 4 billion.

    Mr. Udai Kunzru, President of SharkNinja APAC, stated, “We are thrilled to partner with Power Buy to officially introduce SharkNinja’s groundbreaking products to consumers in Thailand. This collaboration represents a key milestone in our Asia Pacific growth strategy, enabling us to enter a new market and deliver our exceptional Shark and Ninja innovations to a wider audience.”

    “We firmly believe that Power Buy’s extensive expertise in Thailand’s retail appliance sector and its robust distribution network make them an ideal partner to help us achieve our ambitious regional goals,” Mr. Udai added.

    Mr. Suwin Koseeumnuay, President of Power Buy Co., Ltd., under Central Retail, commented, “Power Buy is honored to bring SharkNinja, a world-class brand known for its innovative products, to the Thai market. This partnership not only strengthens Power Buy’s portfolio but also meets the evolving needs of modern consumers. Shark and Ninja products will debut in Q1 2025 at 20 Power Buy stores in Bangkok and major tourist destinations, including Pattaya, Phuket, Hat Yai, Khon Kaen, and Chonburi. Additionally, a shop-in-shop model will be available at CentralWorld, Central WestGate, and Central Ladprao, with plans to expand to 40 physical stores and online platforms by year-end.”

    The initial product lineup will feature three main categories:

    1. Shark Home – Premium cordless vacuum cleaners.
    2. Shark Beauty – Iconic hair dryers, with South Korean actress Han So-hee as the brand ambassador.
    3. Ninja Kitchen – Smart kitchen appliances, including dual-zone air fryers, blenders, electric grills, ice cream makers, and ovens.

    Consumers can look forward to exclusive launch promotions, including discounts of up to 37%, available at all 20 Power Buy branches and online at www.powerbuy.co.th. Additional benefits include 0% installment plans for up to 10 months with participating credit cards and an extra 12.5% discount for The 1 cardholders. For more details, customers can contact the Power Buy Call Center at 1324, Line @powerbuy, or visit the official Power Buy Facebook page.

    “The launch of SharkNinja represents a major milestone for Power Buy in bringing world-class innovation to the Thai market. This collaboration is aimed at meeting the demands of modern consumers seeking advanced and efficient products. We are confident that the SharkNinja brands will be warmly embraced by Thai consumers,” concluded Mr. Suwin.

     

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    7 February 07 2025
    AROUND TOWN
    https://thairesidents.com/?p=50999
  • Savor the Flavors of Romance This Valentine’s Day at EKKALUCK

    Indulge in an exquisite five-course menu by Executive Chef Teerathep “Tor” Tishabhiromya, perfectly paired with fine wines from Swirl Wine

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    Indulge in an exquisite five-course menu by Executive Chef Teerathep “Tor” Tishabhiromya, perfectly paired with fine wines from Swirl Wine Bar

    BANGKOK, THAILANDMadi Paidi Bangkok, Autograph Collection invites couples to celebrate love with an unforgettable “Retro Twilight” Valentine’s Day dinner at EKKALUCK, the stylish dining destination in Thong Lor.

    On February 14, 2025, experience an evening of romance with a meticulously crafted five-course menu by Executive Chef Teerathep “Tor” Tishabhiromya, featuring premium local and imported ingredients such as Japanese oyster, Thai wagyu beef, and Canadian lobster. Elevate the experience with an exclusive wine pairing selection by Swirl Wine Bar, ensuring an unforgettable culinary journey.

    Valentine’s Special 5-Course Menu

    🍽 Poached Japanese Oyster – Served with pickled cucumber, beurre blanc sauce, and exquisite Oscietra caviar
    🍽 Lobster Tomato Salad – Featuring succulent Canadian lobster, marinated Thai zebra tomatoes, and raspberry sauce
    🍽 Mushroom Soup – A rich blend of shiitake and termite mushrooms, enhanced with truffle-scented foam
    🍽 Main Course (Choose One):

    • Thai Wagyu Tenderloin – Locally sourced, grilled to perfection, served with pickled mustard seeds and truffle jus
    • Pan-seared Halibut – Paired with turmeric & tomato-baked long-grain rice and a hot tomato reduction
      🍽 Chocolate & Strawberry Dessert – White chocolate sponge cake, dark chocolate crumble, strawberry sorbet, compressed strawberries, and lime gel

    🎷 Live Saxophone Performance – Enjoy romantic melodies alongside a complimentary flower bouquet and a keepsake photo frame to capture the moment

    💖 Exclusive Valentine’s Packages:
    💎 5-Course Dinner: THB 5,068++ per couple
    🥂 Dinner + Prosecco: THB 6,768++ per couple
    🍷 Dinner + Wine Pairing: THB 13,068++ per couple (includes Champagne)
    (*Marriott Bonvoy discounts apply)

    📍 Reserve Your Table Now:
    📞 +66 (0) 2 127 5999
    📧 ekkaluck@autographhotels.com
    📲 LINE: @ekkaluckbangkok
    🌐 www.ekkaluckbangkok.com

    ✨ Celebrate love with an unforgettable fine dining experience this Valentine’s Day!

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    7 February 07 2025
    AROUND TOWN
    https://thairesidents.com/?p=50981
  • Nearly 4 million tourists flocked to Thailand in January

    THAILAND attracted 3,967,469 foreign tourists during Jan. 1-Feb. 2, 2025 generating approximately 195.090 billion baht in tourist spending, TV Channel

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    THAILAND attracted 3,967,469 foreign tourists during Jan. 1-Feb. 2, 2025 generating approximately 195.090 billion baht in tourist spending, TV Channel 7 said today (Feb. 4).

    Minister of Tourism and Sports Surawong Thienthong said the top five countries from where most tourists came to Thailand are China (710,687), Malaysia (482,719), Russia (274,680), South Korea (221,993  and India (195,422).

    There was a 7.53% jump in tourist arrivals last week when Chinese New Year was celebrated, particularly those coming here for a short holiday. This increase was also due to the government’s confidence-building measures and visa-free access by citizens of 93 countries.

    In particular, more Taiwanese tourists showed up last week with the total jumping from the sixth to fifth place while large numbers of Malaysian tourists too flocked in, increasing by 79.67% from the previous week.

    At the same time there was a drop in long-stay tourists as this is the end of the high season.

    A total of 946,958 tourists came here last week, an increase of 66,348 or 7.53% from the previous week. This represents an average of 135,280 foreign tourists travelling to Thailand per day.

    The top five countries from which tourists came are China (177,834), Malaysia (170,797), Russia (55,359), South Korea (45,902), and Taiwan (33,878).

    The tourism situation this week (Feb. 3-9) is expected to remain stable.

    Photo: Thai Rath

    This report originally appeared at www.thainewsroom.com

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    5 February 05 2025
    WORLD
    https://thairesidents.com/?p=50990