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All you need to know about Chinese New Year in Thailand 2024
Are you spending the 2024 Chinese New Year in Thailand? If so, consider yourself lucky, as Thailand prepares to be a hotspot for Chinese New Year (CNY). Despite the fact that Chinese New Year is not officially recognized as a national holiday in Thailand, 7 million Chinese people who call the country home make it …
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Announcing Pacific Prime’s Global Employee Benefits Trends Report 2022
Our Global Employee Benefits Trends Report 2022 is ready for your viewing and we couldn’t be more excited! First launched in 2020, the report returns for its highly-anticipated third edition to provide business leaders, HR professionals, and employees with a comprehensive understanding of the global employee benefits sector. The report offers important insights into the …
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Buying land and property in Thailand: a new pathway for wealthy foreigners [UPDATE]
Are you thinking of moving to Thailand as a foreigner? By now, you’ve probably asked a dozen questions, including, “can expats buy property and land in Thailand?” or “how to buy a property and retire in Thailand?” only to find out that the process is full of complications. A recent government plan was proposed to …
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Where to celebrate the Loy Krathong festival 2022?
If you are a new expat in Thailand or traveling to the country, and wondering what the Loy Krathong festival is, then you have come to the right place. The Loy Krathong festival is an annual traditional Siamese festival celebrated by Thais to pay respect to the Buddha and the Goddess of Water (Phra Mae …
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Legal abortions are now available at 110 locations in Thailand
Women in Thailand during their 12th to 20th weeks of pregnancy can now get a legal abortion. But they must arrange a consultation with medical professionals first at any of the 110 participating hospitals and clinics. The law, which came into effect on October 27th, 2022, marks an important milestone for women who are not …
5 Halloween events to attend in Bangkok
It’s time for trick-or-treat! Are you an expat living in Bangkok wondering if you can celebrate Halloween in the city? There are many venues across Bangkok getting ready to celebrate the spooky festival. We hope you already have a costume in mind because the following list will have you scheduling your Halloween weekend with fun-packed …
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Thailand is now fully open for travel and here’s everything you need to know
Planning a trip to Thailand during the upcoming holiday season? Well, there is good news for you! The Land of Smiles joins the growing number of Asian destinations dropping their COVID-related travel restrictions starting from the 1st of October. This news comes as Asia buckles up to reopen itself to the world. For instance, Hong …
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Pacific Prime Thailand is a proud winner of the Pacific Cross’ New Business Growth 2022 Award
As a leading insurance brokerage with over 20 years of experience in the insurance industry and a robust global presence, Pacific Prime has collected numerous awards since its launch in 2000. And now, we are pleased to announce Pacific Prime’s latest award – Pacific Cross Health Insurance PCL’s New Business Growth 2022. The Pacific Cross …
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Thai visa guide 2022: Types and requirements
There are a number of reasons why you’d make Thailand home: a study abroad program, a full-time job, retirement purposes, or even personal ones like being closer to family. What’s more, the warm and tropical weather, hot and spicy flavors, as well as friendly and welcoming locals are definitely strong pull factors! But whatever your …
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COVID-19 patients can now use telemedicine apps for treatment
Since the early days of the pandemic, when all positive COVID-19 cases had to be admitted to a hospital or hospitel, Thailand has come a long way in embracing the ‘new normal’ and learning to live with the virus. Today, face masks are voluntary, the borders are open, and those with COVID-19 can also access …
