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Bangkok Post
14-07-2025
- Business
- Bangkok Post
Submit your creations to Bangkok Illustration Fair
The Bangkok Illustration Fair (BKKIF) 2025 is accepting applications from illustrators wishing to showcase their works on an online platform that features over 24,000 illustrations, until 3pm on Aug 1. After having previously made a significant impact by gathering illustrators of all ages, styles and nationalities last year, the 2025 edition will be, once again, one of the most diverse illustration scenes in the region. What makes the fair different from other festivals is that it involves "reviewers" from businesses, media, art industries and other organisations. They will collect artists from the event to collaborate with, offering valuable opportunities to advance their careers and enter the professional field. Interested illustrators can submit their works as individuals or groups of no more than five members. They must create works without using AI and not plagiarise or imitate others' works. All submitted works that follow the guidelines will be displayed on the BKKIF website with no time limit. The submission fee is 550 baht for 10 works per illustrator. The online platform has been improved specially for this event, with new features that allow users to search for specific artists and artworks by category. If selected as a BKKIF Artist 2025, illustrators will be given a space to exhibit on-ground at the fair, which will take place at Pulse, 7th floor of CentralWorld, Ratchadamri Road, from Oct 23-26. An additional fee for on-ground participation is 5,900 baht.
Hype Malaysia
17-06-2025
- Hype Malaysia
InterContinental Bangkok: A City Icon, Reimagined For Today's Urban Explorer
InterContinental Bangkok is one of the city's most distinguished stays. Recognised as one of the Best Hotels in Southeast Asia by Condé Nast Traveller and awarded a MICHELIN Key in 2024, it continues to stand tall in the heart of Bangkok's shopping and commercial hub. Located in Ratchaprasong, the hotel is just a short walk from CentralWorld, the Erawan Shrine and BTS Chidlom. Getting here is easy, with Suvarnabhumi Airport 30km away and Don Mueang 23km away. As part of IHG Hotels & Resorts, InterContinental Bangkok carries over 75 years of hospitality experience. Since its debut in 2003 and full renovation in 2023, the hotel now features soft pastel interiors and refined local details designed by P49 DESIGN, creating a polished yet welcoming urban retreat. Elevated Stays With Stunning City Views From Level 17 and above, all 381 guest rooms and suites at InterContinental Bangkok offer sweeping views of the city skyline. Designed with soft pastel tones, custom-made furnishings and wood flooring, the rooms create a calm, elegant retreat high above the city. Guests can enjoy silk-embroidered headboards, floral accents, and spacious bathrooms fitted with soaking tubs, rain showers and Byredo amenities. Each room is thoughtfully equipped with high-speed Wi-Fi, Chromecast-enabled TVs, Bluetooth speakers and a Nespresso machine. Beds feature Sealy Posturepedic mattresses, premium linens and a curated pillow menu for added comfort. Room categories include everything from Classic Rooms to the lavish Royal Suite, offering a personalised stay for every traveller. Exclusive Privileges, Wellness With A View, & Seamless City Access Club InterContinental on Level 37 offers exclusive lounge access for guests in Club rooms and suites, complete with panoramic views, all-day refreshments and quiet workspaces. Nearby, wellness facilities include SPA InterContinental with Thai-inspired treatments, a 24-hour fitness studio with Technogym equipment, and a rooftop pool overlooking the city. InterContinental Bangkok goes beyond just a place to stay, offering personalised experiences and easy access to the city. The In the Know concierge team can help plan local outings, while guests enjoy 24-hour room service, direct links to Gaysorn Village and President Arcade, limousine service, and parking for up to 800 cars. A Culinary Playground In The Heart Of Bangkok Dining at InterContinental Bangkok is more than just grabbing a meal. From SoCal's sunny California-style dishes to juicy steaks at the legendary Fireplace Grill and Bar, each restaurant has its own unique vibe. Espresso serves up a global buffet with live cooking stations and a popular Sunday brunch, while Summer Palace is a go-to for Cantonese favourites and all-you-can-eat dim sum. Whether you're in the mood for something refined or just want to eat your heart out, there's something here for everyone. For a more laid-back vibe, head to Butter for French choux pastries, fresh coffee, and made-to-order cakes in a cosy café setting. At Balcony Lounge & Humidor, enjoy craft cocktails, afternoon tea, rare whiskies, and premium cigars in a classy space. And if you're after skyline views, Oasis Pool Bar on Level 37 is perfect for relaxing with a drink while taking in the city lights. A Destination For Grand Events & Milestone Moments With 22 versatile event spaces and one of Bangkok's largest ballrooms, InterContinental Bangkok is an ideal setting for meetings, galas, conventions and weddings. The Grand Ballroom can host up to 1,000 guests for cocktail receptions, while the adjoining exhibition hall accommodates up to 2,000. All venues are equipped with cutting-edge technology, including 4K LED screens, live-streaming capabilities, mobile projection systems and smart lighting. For weddings and private celebrations, the hotel offers a dedicated Wedding Studio where couples can consult with planners, stylists and photographers. VIP suites and full secretarial support are also available, ensuring every event runs seamlessly from start to finish. Whether it's for work, play, or a bit of both, InterContinental Bangkok puts you right in the heart of it all. For enquiries or bookings, call +66 (0) 2 656 0444, or email What's your Reaction? +1 0 +1 0 +1 0 +1 0 +1 0 +1 0
Time Out
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time Out
Attack on Titan Final Exhibition looms over Bangkok ‘til June 18
Thai fans can step back into the world of Titans as the exhibition makes its Bangkok debut Bangkokians show no sign of slowing down when it comes to Japanese anime exhibitions. Lately, the Big Mango has welcomed a steady stream of them into local galleries. This time, it's the Attack on Titan Final Exhibition that has taken over the city, running until June 18. It's been almost two years since the final episode of this dark fantasy manga and anime series by Hajime Isayama aired. Yet its incredible world, gripping plot and complex characters continue to spark conversations among fans worldwide. Now, with the exhibition in the capital, fans can step back into the world of Titans and experience the adventure once more. Showcased at CentralWorld Pulse, this exhibition brings Attack on Titan to life with eight zones where fans can explore Isayama's original drafts and sketches of Titans, characters and objects from the manga archives as well as jump into a thrilling battle sequence in a cinema-style setting. Photograph: CentralWorld One of the standout experiences is the 'Titan War' theatre, where you'll get to watch two 10-minute animation episodes on a giant 2.4-meter-high, 9-meter-wide screen. Feel the rush as the Titans fall from the sky in a battle sequence that puts you right in the middle of the action. And don't miss the special zone, designed just for Thailand, where you can check out the jaw-dropping four metre tall inflatable Titan Head, complete with a wall-climbing effect that makes you feel like you're stepping straight into the anime. Tickets for the Attack on Titan Final Exhibition starts at B300 on Ticktmelon.
Forbes
21-03-2025
- Business
- Forbes
Thai Billionaire Family's Central Pattana Earmarks $3.6 Billion To Build Offices, Malls
A Central Pattana shopping mall in Bangkok. Central Pattana Central Pattana—controlled by the Chirathivat family, among the wealthiest clans in Thailand—is spending 120 billion baht ($3.6 billion over the next five years to build new office buildings and shopping malls as the country seeks to bolster its status as a tourism hub. The company plans to develop a new commercial district in northern Bangkok as well as 30 mixed-use real estate projects across the country from now until 2029, the Bangkok-listed Central Pattana said. 'Central Pattana aims to elevate Bangkok and Thailand to greater global standards, and plans to invest in the development of mega projects, as well as other new projects nationwide,' President and CEO Wallaya Chirathivat said in a statement. Central Pattana—which operates Central World, the largest shopping mall in Thailand—is stepping up its expansion as the nation is set to allow casinos, a move that could further boost tourism, a key driver of the economy. The government is also seeking to bring marquee international events such as Formula One into the country. Among the company's mega projects is The Central, a new commercial business district in Phaholyothin in northern Bangkok. Set to open in late 2026, the mall will have 460,000 square meters of retail space to be occupied by more than 200 global brands. Central Group—which also holds interest in British retailer Selfridges—is led by Tos Chirathivat, grandson of the group's founder, Tiang Chirathivat. With a net worth of $9.9 billion, the family ranked No. 4 when Forbes Asia published the list of Thailand's 50 Richest in July 2024.
