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Leveraging Thailand's superyacht exposure
Oped, Pun-Arj Chairatana and Andy Treadwell, Published on 19/04/2025
» The feature of the 117-foot (35.7-metre) catamaran Spacecat in the television series The White Lotus Season 3, set in the Gulf of Thailand and in the waters around Phuket, highlights the potential of Thailand's superyacht charter market. Delivered in November 2022 by Silver Yachts, the vessel showcased luxury against the backdrop of Thailand. This visibility presents an opportunity to further develop Thailand's luxury tourism and service industry, moving beyond glamour to build a sustainable sector that could drive economic growth. Thailand has significant assets; strategic support can help this industry thrive.
Siam Yacht Club: Unforgettable festive dining by Chao Phraya River
Oped, Published on 22/12/2023
» This Christmas and New Year's Eve, immerse yourself in the enchanting ambiance of Siam Yacht Club, nestled beside the scenic Chao Phraya River. Elevate your festive experience with an indulgent 8-course dinner meticulously curated to tantalise your taste buds.
Great expectations
Oped, Postbag, Published on 25/06/2022
» Re: "Decree to remain in place: PM," (BP, June 21).
Amnesty fiasco
Oped, Postbag, Published on 18/02/2022
» Re: "Amnesty's fate hangs in balance," (BP, Feb 16).
The shame of Thai tourism
Oped, Editorial, Published on 07/08/2021
» The large numbers of deaths caused by the pandemic have already brought down the collective spirit of Thai society. Yet, the recent murder of a Swiss national in Phuket, a female tourist visiting the province under the Phuket Sandbox scheme, is morally appalling and a disgrace to the country.
The Sheikh of Dubai and his two daughters
Oped, Gwynne Dyer, Published on 20/02/2021
» Dubai can be amusing, in a voyeuristic way, for a week or two. The tallest building in the world and the mall with the shark tank, but it's the people, really.