Nominations open for Thailand Property Awards 2012

Nominations are being accepted for the 2012 Thailand Property Awards, regarded as the kingdom’s largest and most prestigious annual real estate event.
The seventh edition of Thailand Property Awards introduces seven new categories – five in agent awards and new additions in the Eastern Seaboard and Phuket, with “Best Boutique Condo” categories. The judging criteria for [...]

Mövenpick named to manage Huma Island resort

Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts has been selected to manage Huma Island resort, the United International Hotels Group private island in the Philippines. Famous among divers for its exceptional corals, abundant marine life, and 12 iconic shipwrecks of the mid-20th century, Huma Island boasts rainforest-covered mountains, primeval caves and endless pristine sands.

“This is our second resort [...]

LPN’s Platinum Zone for the golden years

Although most new property developments these days are directed at the younger market segments, there is considerable growth to be expected in the ageing population both Thai and farang. As people live longer thanks to improved medical facilities and a healthier lifestyle, men and women over 60 are increasingly self-reliant but need accommodation tailored to [...]

Atlantis Condo — lucky 5555

In the Thai language, the number five is pronounced ha. Well, 5555, should be a good omen for fun at the Atlantis “1 Million Baht Give Away” party scheduled for May 5, 2012–or the year 2555 in the Thai calendar. Anyone who knows Thai and Chinese cultures understands the importance of dates in organizing business [...]

Sales surge ahead for luxurious Pattaya project

Pattaya’s most luxurious new condominium and hotel project, the Centara Grand Residence at Na Jomtien has had a dramatic start to its sales launch.
Thai and foreign buyers have been quick to move on what’s been described as the most exclusive project ever undertaken in the resort city.
At the project’s gala launch party in February, buyers [...]

Cartoon Network Toons into Thailand Starts construction of Pattaya-area water park

Turner Broadcasting System Asia Pacific will open the world’s first Cartoon Network-themed water park near Pattaya next year.
Called ‘Cartoon Network Amazone,’ the adventure park in Bang Saray is seen as a tribute to the South American rainforest. Infused into the theme will be some of the world’s most popular animated series and toon heroes including [...]

Three New Residential Sales Agency Appointments for Jones Lang LaSalle

Jones Lang LaSalle has been appointed sole sales agent for three residential projects in Thailand. These include Nchantra in Phuket, Sirisa Residence in Pattaya and Sarasini Residence in Bangkok.
Suphin Mechuchep, managing director of Jones Lang LaSalle Thailand, said ‘In mid-2011, we made a major move to expand into the residential project sales business by building [...]

Oriental Residence Bangkok opens

Oriental Residence Bangkok was launched on Wireless Road last month, introducing the prominent neighborhood to a new standard of excellence.
The 32-storey building has 46 privately-owned units and 145 serviced residences ranging from 45-sqm executive studios to 188 sqm four-bedroom suites. Units feature polished hardwood floors, stylish imported furnishings and fixtures, and expansive city views.
The property [...]

Rembrandt Hotel wins Gold Circle Award

Agoda, one of the world’s largest online hotel reservation services, presented the Rembrandt Hotel with the Gold Circle Award–an annual honor bestowed on hotels that show commitment to providing a superior online product. Winners are judged on contributions, support and best practices in online distribution.

Rembrandt also was the only hotel in Thailand to achieve a [...]

Usa Pookpant named Centara Grand PR manager

Usa Pookpant has been named public relations manager of Centara Grand Mirage Beach Resort, Pattaya, according to GM Andre Brulhart.
Usa, a 20-year hotel-marketing veteran, launched her career in 1991, when she joined the sales and marketing staff of Centara in Bangkok. She holds a BA in hotel management from Ramkhamhaeng University.