Over the past year, Thailand’s real estate market has faced mounting pressure from multiple fronts—global economic slowdown, rising household debt, and stricter mortgage lending by financial institutions. These factors have significantly reduced consumers’ ability to own a house.
In the Condé Nast Traveller Readers’ Choice Awards 2025, Thailand has claimed the top spot as the world’s best country for food, scoring an exceptional 98.33 out of 100 according to global travelers and food lovers. This accolade places Thailand ahead of culinary giants like Italy, Japan, and Vietnam — a recognition of its vibrant culinary culture and the unforgettable experiences it offers to anyone passionate about food.
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The 2026 International Retirement Index has unveiled its latest global rankings—and Thailand has achieved a remarkable milestone. Rising to 9th place worldwide, Thailand now stands as the highest-ranked retirement destination in Southeast Asia, surpassing Malaysia and reaffirming its position as one of the world’s most desirable places to retire.
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Krabi has long been a significant and undeniably beautiful destination in Southern Thailand. But it often finds itself overshadowed by the more internationally recognized and celebratedly dynamic city, Phuket. While Phuket pulsates with vibrant nightlife, sprawling resorts, and a constant buzz of commercial activity, Krabi offers a contrasting, deliberate sense of serenity.
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TerraBKK reveals the blueprint for real estate that promotes well-being through research at the annual real estate seminar, TerraHint Brand Series 2025, under the theme The Wellness Blueprint #Living Well with a Formula. A team of experts shared practical strategies for creating wellness-focused real estate, alongside a deep dive into Consumer Insight. It was found that Thai people define Wellness as “a good quality of life”, aligning with factors influencing home purchases. The seminar identified four wellness consumer groups that will drive market purchasing power and announced the Terra Awards for powerful real estate brands across various categories, held at GAYSORN URBAN RESORT.
For decades, Phuket has been synonymous with short-term holidays and quick tourist cash. Today, however, that narrative is dramatically shifting. The island’s real estate market is undergoing a profound structural change, graduating from a seasonal destination to a robust “Permanent Living Destination” and the numbers prove it.
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The recent edition of Global Cities Index 2025 from Kearney highlighted global competitiveness and adaptability of cities around the world. The report ranks the world’s most internationally connected and influential cities amidst the challenges from volatile economic situations and tension from geopolitics.
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Is the Office Really Disappearing? This question may sound exaggerated — but in today’s business world, the answer is that the traditional office is changing forever.
We are in a new era when consumer behavior is evolving rapidly and major cities are becoming increasingly crowded. The growing cities come with rising living costs and lesser land areas. People are seeking lands that offer good quality of life and have strong investment potential. Thus, “secondary cities” are no longer places that have been neglected — they emerge as the next destinations for both homeowners and property investors.
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The spending power of Thai consumers remains the core engine of the nation’s economy. And 2025 is set to be another year where the Thai retail market clearly demonstrates its potential, capturing the attention of investors worldwide. Thailand currently boasts over 8.3 million square meters of total retail space, making it the largest proportion in the ASEAN region. This highlights that retail isn’t just an economic activity; it’s considered “essential infrastructure for living,” connecting people, cities, and cultures.
From Malls to Memories: Thai Retail’s New Era Read More »
