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Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedInThais are crazy about sports, so it is no surprise that the country is home to a host of international sporting events throughout the calendar year. The Land of Smiles is a particularly world-renowned destination for golf and Muay Thai – welcoming thousands of visitors every year who come specifically to play these sports. And maybe chill at the beach a little… Other sports popular in Thailand include tennis, badminton, volleyball, and other martial arts, while there is also a focus on general fitness activities (that aren’t necessarily played competitively) including running, swimming and cycling. The biggest sport of all, however, is more commonly watched here rather than played: Football! The Thai national team and local players may not be the best, but live Thai and international football matches are still some of the biggest sporting events in Thailand to look forward to. Here are some events to keep an eye out for in the different regions of the country. We’ll be updating these individual events on a regular basis. Sporting events in Bangkok The capital hosts a range of sporting activities and events for those of all abilities. Both Bike for Mom and Bike for Dad […]
Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedInKoh Samui really is a special tropical island getaway that has to be experienced to be truly appreciated. Merging the most breathtaking and spectacular beaches, a 5-star holiday atmosphere, cool nightclubs and bars, alongside an events scene that really does hit the spot, the island is the ultimate destination to really indulge yourself. There is something happening almost every night of the week, appealing to people of all ages and desires. Where is the Fun in Koh Samui? The major areas on Koh Samui for action-packed nights of fun include major tourist destinations such as Chaweng Beach, Lamai, Bophut and Maenam. From amazing beach clubs with a cool and chic atmosphere to sunset bars, nightclubs and lots of bars, there is lots of fun to be found in Koh Samui. If you are a fan of watersports and especially scuba diving, Samui has some of the best dive spots in the world. There is lots of fun to be found in Koh Samui for people of all ages. What is Koh Samui all about? Koh Samui is all about sundrenched beaches, crystal blue seas, cool nightlife spots and relaxation among one of the most serene and picture-perfect Thai […]
Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedInSports Events in Phuket this year that will take your breath away. Phuket is predominantly known as one of the most desirable holiday locations in the world, with beautiful beaches, 5-star hotels and amazing nightlife options. One thing that the island really excels at is organizing Phuket sporting events. Not only does Phuket have the perfect temperate climate for sports, but also offers some world-class facilities such as the Thanyapura Sports Club and more. 2017 is an exciting year on the Phuket events calendar, with Phuket sporting events leading the way. Whether you live in Phuket or are on holiday on the island this year, here are 3 Phuket sports events you can’t miss in 2017. Phuket International Rugby 10s Sports Event 26-28 May, 2017. Event details One of the biggest Phuket sports events in 2017 is undoubtedly the Phuket international Rugby 10s tournament, hosted and held at the Thanyapura Sports & Leisure Club, currently in its 19th year and is one of the largest and longest-running annual sporting events in Asia. This 3-day tournament is perfect for Rugby fans and Phuket sports fans in general. There will be a main tournament and a veteran’s tournament both […]
Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedInSometimes Pattaya gets an unfortunate reputation because of its sex trade and the multitude of bars and clubs, but Pattaya is much more than that. The vast spectrum of different nationalities and people that make Pattaya their home flies in the face and modern convention and completely bucks the idea that Pattaya is only a sex capital. There is so much to see and do in the city, and with so many top-notch venues, is a great place to experience a vast array of Thailand events. The Pattaya events calendar is filled to the brim with sports, dining and music festival events that routinely take place in the city each month. Please see some reasons below why visiting Pattaya to enjoy Thailand events is a popular thing to do. Perfect Weekend Getaway for Pattaya Events If you live in Bangkok or another location across Thailand, or just need to get away for a weekend of fun and excitement, nobody does it better than Pattaya. Whether it’s a Pattaya music festival, conference or pool party, Pattaya is a great place to get away for the weekend. Just a 2-hour drive from Bangkok and with a wide range of […]
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Google Year in Search 2022 is an impressive list of favourite searches which capture our interest. This year, 2022, was one of many challenges, and by staying home for most of the year, searches via Google rose in Thailand and around the world. It is incredible to see how different, but also what interests people worldwide. Find it out.
Most Favourite Thailand destination in Google Search 2022
People often search for the most favourite tourist destinations in Thailand, with Bangkok and Suphanburi topping the list, followed by Hua Hin and Chiang Mai. Thai people love to travel, and as soon as the borders open, there is an increased search for foreign tourist destinations. Singapore is the hottest place to be, while Vietnam and Laos won from the traditional locations of Japan and South Korea.
A primary concern in Thailand was the State welfare card, which ranked number 1 on the list of most searches in 2022. Most searched news that was necessary for the Thais to know more about the shooting, the news around the Thai King and the war between Russia and Ukraine.
Best Shops in Thailand according to Google
When Thais look for shops, most searches on Google are around restaurants and sex shops, although the last one is illegal in Thailand. The favourite cafes that won the Google Search ist for 2022 are Lalita Cafe. Lalita is a cafe located in Chiang Rai. It offers a stunning backdrop while, other than expected, and you can find the restaurant in the urban area of the Chiang Rai province. Sparkling Cafe in Phuket is second-ranked on the list. The cafe offers a health concept and has well-varied drinks, desserts and Thai and Pasta food to check out.
One topic that excites Thai people is Justin Bieber coming to Thailand with his Justice Tour as part of a World Tour. Bird Thongchai, BTS and Blackpink drove people down to see their shows. Unfortunately, after Bieber first had to postpone the tour, he had later to cancel the show for severe health reasons.
Thai Cooking is Yummy in Google Year in Search
Cooking and Thai Food is an essential topic in Thai Culture, and you can notice the trend also on Google with lots of searches for Thai food recipes with simple meals topping the list, including chicken dipping sauce and boiled chicken with fish sauce. Nam Prik Ong, found in northern Thailand, is a popular search for this pork-based relish that balances the sweet acidity of tomatoes with savoury fermented soybeans and shrimp paste.
How to cure Covid stood in third place in Google Search, while people wanted to learn more about ATK while not forgetting about the sticky mango rice to eat while searching for more serious stuff.
Google Year in Search around the World
On a global scale, Google Search also found some interesting searches. The passing of Queen Elizabeth scored second, and Ukraine was first. The court fight between Johnny Depp and Amber Heard was top news in 2022, not to forget that Will Smith smashed Chris Rock on the Grammy stage, ultimately leading to the banning of Will Smith from the academy.
People are highly excited about cricket sports matches. In sports World Cup was noted first. Novak Djokovic was the best search of 2022. Rafael Nadel and Serena Williams didn’t score poorly, either. In the game, India vs England scored first, followed by India vs South Africa.
With love and thunder, Thor is the absolute winner of 2022, with Tom Cruise returning to the screen in Top Gun: Mavering ending as third. Black Adam scored second in the global list of movies.
The top scenic spots and landmarks go to England. Buckingham Palace and the Sky Garden are the absolute winners in the battle for searches, while Brazil, Indonesia and Egypt keep scoring high interest.
Keisya Levronka in the Global Google Search List
The most popular global artist search is Keisya Levronka with her hit song Tak Ingin Usai. She is an Indonesian singer with more than 4,1 million listeners on Spotify. The artist welcomes 984,000 subscribers on YouTube and scores as absolute number one. A strong follower searched for the dark song Pasoori from Ali Sethi and Shae Gill. The song has more than 475 million views on YouTube and is one of the Top 53 global videos.
Surprisingly, most global searches do not even appear in Thailand year in search 2022.
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