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Expat cost of living in most of Southeast Asia falls due to weakening currencies

Expat cost of living in most of Southeast Asia declined during the past 12 months due in large part to weakening local currencies. Research...
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Asia’s Best Beaches – South Lombok

This story on South Lombok is part of our Asia's Best Beaches' series that appears in the latest issue of Dot Property Magazine. Click here...
Boat Avenue

Boat Avenue leads transformation of Phuket’s Cherng Talay

Cherng Talay and the nearby Bang Tao Beach have always been a popular spot for tourists in Phuket. The area is also known as...
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7 spring cleaning tips to make your house feel new again

The thing about living in Southeast Asia is that there isn’t really a proper spring. At least not one that resembles what you see...
Sukantara Cascade Resort & Spa

Sukantara Cascade Resort & Spa is a northern wonderland

Whether you are working in one of Southeast Asia’s metropolises or are simply visiting the region, it can get a bit hectic. It’s also...
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Is it better to buy a furnished or unfurnished condo?

Among the most difficult decisions you will need to make during your property search is deciding if it’s better to buy a furnished or...
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Southeast Asia is the most popular destination for Chinese tourists during Labor Day week

Chinese tourists will be taking advantage of their time off work during Labor Day week by traveling to Southeast Asia. Research from DidaTravel, a...
cost of living for expats

Currency corrections see cost of living for expats fall in Bangkok and Hanoi

The cost of living for expats in Bangkok, Hanoi and many other locations across Southeast Asia fell. That was due is most part to...
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3 ways to save energy during the holiday season

While lighting up the house or condo in years past wasn’t an issue, it will cost you a pretty penny in 2022. That means...
Aman

Aman prepares for opening of Southeast Asia resorts

With COVID-19 restrictions slowly being eased in many parts of Southeast Asia, leading hospitality-group Aman announced a phased reopening of its resorts. The hotelier...

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