December 29, 2009

Thailand Mega Show 2010

Thailand Mega Show, purported to be Thailand's biggest public consumer fair, is taking place on January 9-17, 2010 (11 am - 9 pm) at the Impact Muang Thong Thani, Hall 1-8. The following products and services will be featured by over 1,000 exhibitors in over 2,600 booths: - Furniture - Home Decor - Gardening - Fashion & Jewelry - Wedding - Health, Beauty & Spa - Travel & Leisure - Mom, Baby, Kids & Toys - Books - SMEs - Food For more...

December 24, 2009

Bangkok Electronica 2010 at The Mall

Bangkok Electronica 2010 event is taking place during December 22, 2009 - January 5, 2010 at the MCC hall (4th floor) of The Mall Bangkapi and The Mall Bangkhae. The fair has a focus concept "3rd Generation" - electronics with latest technologies in 3D, 3G and DLNA. There are exclusive discounts/cashbacks of up to 20% in audio devices, consumer electronics and latest IT gadgets. The 'over a 100 brands' (sic) include Sony, Fuji, LG, Acer,...

December 21, 2009

Ratchaprasong Winter Sale

From December 1st 2009 to January 31st 2010, five major shopping centers in the Ratchaprasong District: Gaysorn, Amarin Plaza, Erawan Bangkok, CentralWorld and President Tower Arcade are having discounts of upto 70 percent off across more than 900 shops (including local fashions, luxury brands, handicrafts and home decor). Shoppers are also eligible for double bonus: 1st bonus – By collecting receipts (within the same day) from participant shops,...

December 10, 2009

Gift Ideas at B2S

"B2S Feel Gift Feel Good" is the bookshop chain's new year promotion running until January 6th, 2010, with over 500 gift items including books, stationery, music CDs and more - there's sure to be something for everyone. Featured are many discounted items, Buy1-get1 offers and also special freebies with some purchases. They also have a free gift-wrapping service. To view the online brochure, go to www.b2s.co.th. Here are some interesting items: Cute...

December 8, 2009

Bonjour French Fair 2009

"Bonjour French Fair 2009, Bonjour Languedoc-Roussillon" is taking place from December 10 to 13 at Queen Sirikit National Convention Center (Grand Ballroom) - 10am-8pm. The fair is organized to promote French products and services in the Thai market. It is a unique event gathering French exporters and Thai distributors/importers of French goodies including champagnes, wines, food, clothing, cosmetics, leather goods, kitchen ware, as well as services...

December 3, 2009

DKSH Fair - upto 70% off!

The DKSH Fair is taking place on December 18-20 for 3 days (Fri- 11am-8pm, Sat/Sun- 10am-8pm) at the Queen Sirikit NCC, Plenary Hall. The event is to mark the name change and rebranding of the company Diethelm to DKSH. There will be over 100 popular brands of consumer products on discounts of upto 70 percent off. On sale will be a wide variety of stuffs in all product categories - food, beverage, health foods, snacks, clothes, cosmetics, eyewear,...

November 29, 2009

Gift Ideas - Body Shop

The holiday/shopping season is here - which, besides joy, also brings along the challenge (read: Pain) of buying & splurging on gifts for our well-deserveds. Presented here are some sensible gift ideas which would almost certainly bring a smile to the gifted (they'd definitely bring one to me!). The Body Shop is a great place to shop for any special female in your life. You can locate their outlets at all major shopping centers. Here are some...

November 23, 2009

Thailand Best Buys 2009

Thailand Bestbuys, an annual consumer exhibition for gifts, souvenirs and decorative products, is being held for 10 days during December 4-13 (10 am - 8 pm) at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Centre. The event is in its 10th year running, and is estimated to have more than 800 vendor booths this year. You will find a wide variety of high-quality products including leading brand names. So if you are looking for ideal gifts or premiums for the...

November 20, 2009

Watsons New Year Celebration

Leading health and beauty retailer Watsons is having a New Year Celebration promotion with 50% discount on the second piece of the same product purchase. Participating brands include Pantene, Sunsilk, Listerine, Johnson's, Palmolive, Protex, Scott, Kleenex, Lux, Garnier and many more. The sale is at all store branches (which number over 150 nationwide), from November 19 to December 23. For more details or to view the online catalogue of the discounted...

November 16, 2009

Motor Expo Thailand 2009

The 26th Thailand International Motor Expo 2009 is taking place from December 2-13 at the Impact Challenger 1-3, Muang Thong Thani. The timings are:Monday - Friday: 12.00 - 22.00Saturday, Sunday & Holidays: 11.00 - 22.00For more info, visit - www.motorexpo.co.th (only Thai language conten...

November 6, 2009

Thai Designer Brands sale upto 70% off at Eight Thonglor

Eight Thonglor Lifestyle Retail Centre is having a shopping fest "Shop ’Til You Drop" on November 13-15 (10.00-22.00) featuring 21 top Thai designer brands with discounts of upto 70% off on all items. Some of the popular local fashion houses in the sale include Klar, Dancing Riot, Philter, Stretsis, Asava, Munchu’s, Issue, Senada, Kloset, Tube Gallery, etc. There will also be an opening fashion show for the Autumn/Winter 2009 collection by notable...

YWCA International Bazaar 2009 at Central World (Nov 28-29)

The YWCA International Bazaar this year is taking place on November 28-29 at Central World. The 2-day event, organised by Diplomats' wives and the YWCA (Young Women's Christian Association), will sell imported products from over 40 countries spread out over 180 booths. The fair will take place on the 1st floor of Central World at the Atrium, Beacon, Eden, and Forum Zone; you can check out their website: www.centralworld.co.th. The exhibition is...

November 4, 2009

iBug Fair 2009

An interesting event, the 'iBug Fair 2009' is being organised by Glamzene from November 12-15 at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Centre. The 4-day extravaganza themed 'Import Brands & Urban Goodies' is expected to have approximately 400 exhibitors. The fair will feature well-known imported brands, as well as select chic and hip local brands in the following product categories:- Fashion merchandise for women, men and children (Clothes and...

Sports World at the Fashion Island shopping center is organising the "Golf Sale of the Year" promotion, featuring golf clubs and accessories from top brands at discounted prices of upto 70% off. There will also be a driving contest "Golf Challenge on Simulator" for golf enthusiasts and a “Swing Clinic” where Thailand’s pros will share practical golf tips. The campaign runs for 10 days from November 6 to 15 at Center Court on the first floor of Fashion...

October 29, 2009

USA Fair 2009

The AMCHAM and the US Embassy in Thailand are organising the USA Fair 2009 for the 4th year in a row on November 19-22 at the Royal Paragon Hall, 5th floor of Siam Paragon shopping complex. The high-profile exhibition will feature top renowned American brands offering their wide range of consumer products and services, with an expected number of 103 exhibitor booths. The fair has been attracting huge crowds every year and becoming ever more popular...

October 25, 2009

Commart Comtech Thailand 2009

Commart Comtech is back this November from Nov 5th - 8th (10am - 8pm) at the QSNCC (Queen Sirikit National Convention Centre). As usual, Commart exhibitions are famous for all gadget geeks to check out the latest innovations in gadgetry technologies as well as newbie buyers or discount hunters looking for good bargains. Needless to say, the 4-day week-ending extravaganza is expected to be a crowd-puller, packed by hordes of people; so if you are...

October 23, 2009

Jeans Expo at Robinson

Robinson Department Store is having an "I Go Jeans Expo" from October 30 to November 9 at all branches having discounts of upto 30% on participating jeans brands.Purchase of 1 pair of jeans will avail you 20% off, with 2 pairs you get 25% off, and 3 pairs will get you 30 percent off.Some exclusive jeans are also to be featured including Levi's latest "Black Story Collection" (inaugural at this event), and other Limited Editions from Wrangler, Mc,...

October 20, 2009

HomePro Expo

There is a HomePro Expo going on from October 16-25, with sale and discounts of upto 80 percent at the Impact Muang Thong Thani (Hall 5-8). For complete details and online catalogue, go to www.homeproexpo....

October 11, 2009

A 'Fake' Sale

Not every sale is genuine. If you are wondering how on earth a sale could be 'fake' it shows that maybe you haven't lived in Bangkok long enough. I don't know if they happen in other countries.There were times when even supermarket sales here often had the reputation of being dodgy - I have heard that sellers would inflate prices of goods and then discount them - thus selling them on the same price but fooling the buyer that they have been discounted. But such instances (in supermarkets, that is) are unheard of these days - maybe because the sellers...

Beauty Buffet

Beauty Buffet - most of us aren't aware of what on earth this is, even though might have unknowingly passed their shops a hundred times while walking the aisles of the countless Bangkok shopping malls.Beauty Buffet is a brand of a local company Cosmeda that offers a complete range of beauty products - cosmetics, body care, skin care and hair care products; and whats more, the products are claimed to be made from all natural ingredients and are quite...

October 10, 2009

Amarin Brand Sale

Amarin Plaza has come up with a promotional event running for almost 2 months from September 22nd to November 12th, with a tagline of "Refresh your Wardrobe" featuring sales of upto 80% off on 4 brand styles - each running for 10 days. Details are as follows:Days: September 22 - October 1Theme: ACCESSORIZE - Beauty Wish ListBrands: Only Sugar, Century 22, Rococo, Morgan, Lollipops, Burberry fragrance, Paul Smith Parfums, Gianfranco Ferre, LeSasha, Charles & Keith, etc.Days: October 12 - 21Theme: SIGNATURE - Young Designer BrandsBrands: Rebecca,...

October 9, 2009

AUSSINO End of Season Sale Oct'09

Aussino - popular Australian brand for beddings - is having an End of Season Sale with discounts of up to 70 % off from October 1 to 28 at the following 3 branches of Aussino House in Bangkok:- Chidlom Rd.- Central Ladprao (Fl-3)- Fashion Island (Fl-1)Also, if you make purchases of 4,000 baht, you'll get a free bath mat (floor mat).For more info, check out their local Thai website knkn.biz/auss...

October 8, 2009

Bangkok Gift and Houseware Fair October 2009

The popular Bangkok International Gift Fair and Bangkok International Houseware Fair 2009 (BIG & BIH) is returning for a second time this year (the previous exhibition was in April 2009) at the Challenger hall, IMPACT Muang Thong Thani, during the following dates:Duration : 13-18 October 2009Trade days : 13-16 October (4 days), 10 am - 6 pmPublic days : 17-18 October (2 days-weekend), 10 am - 9 pmOrganized by the govt's Department of Export Promotion,...

October 7, 2009

Bangkok Electric and Electronics Fair 2009

The 3rd Bangkok Electric and Electronics Fair (Bkk E&E 2009) is taking place at the Impact Arena Muang Thong Thani on the following days:Trade days - October 07-09 (10 am – 6 pm)Public days - October 10-11 (10 am – 6 pm)Organized by the Thai govt's Department of Export Promotion, approximately 70 companies / 125 booths are expected from domestic and overseas companies featuring the following products:- Home Appliances- Audio and Visual Appliances-...

October 3, 2009

Mega Sale at SiamParagon and Emporium

There is a Mega 'Wild' Sale at Siam Paragon and Emporium Department stores from September 30 - October 11, themed "Hunt for Discount". Discount structure in the sale features :-- 15-60% off on participating brands- 20% off on regular counters- Upto 10% additional 'on-top' discount for M Card members.There are many brands on sale; some of them are Angey, Bebe, Ligne, Crazy Step, Reebok, Portland, Pierre Cardin, Lee, FCUK, FQ&L, F&M, Hush...

October 2, 2009

Central Denim Festival 2009

The Central Denim Festival 2009 is taking place from October 2nd - 18th at the sections of jeans, casual menswear, men's accessories and luggage (bags, etc) at every Central store and ZEN (focusing more on the 'for-men' stuff).The more you buy, the more discounts you avail, as follows:- 20% off with purchase of 1 item- 25% off with purchase of 2 items- 30% off with purchase of 3 itemsThere are more discounts on world-famous brands:- 15% off Calvin...

September 30, 2009

'Taste of Italy' festival at TOPS supermarkets

Taste of Italy: Amo l’Italia food festival at all branches of Central Food Hall, TOPS market and some participating branches of TOPS super, from September 30 to October 27, 2009, with a wide range of Italian brand products at discounted prices. The promo is only for SPOT rewards cards members, which is easily applied for and obtained at any branch free of charge.For more info, check out www.tops.co.th and www.centralfoodhall....

September 25, 2009

Watsons International Beauty Parade

Watsons has launched its 'International Beauty Parade’ promotion running for 4 weeks from September 24 to October 21 at its 150 stores nationwide in Thailand.There is a wide choice of international health and beauty brands from over 500 participating products. It is a beauty buffet sale with brands from different regions/countries highlighted each week with special offers.Each week features offers on beauty products from various brands as follows:--...

September 23, 2009

Sony Warehouse Sale 2009

Sony Thai is having a Warehouse Sale for just 3 days on September 25 - 27 at Queen Sirikit National Convention Centre (QSNCC).The event is featuring offers of upto 80 % discount on a range of Sony products such as: - BRAVIA TVs - Home theatres - Cybershot cameras - Handycam - Sony Alpha (Sony α) digital SLR cameras - S-Frame digital photo frames - VAIO notebook computers - Walkman - Sony Ericsson mobile phones, etc.For more info, visit: http://w...

September 20, 2009

Boots Buy1-Get1 Sale

Boots Retail celebrates its 12th Anniversary with promotions of 'Buy One Get One Free' and other price discounts on over 1,000 items during September 18 – November 1, 2009, on all its 160 branches nationwide.There is a wide range of products with the BoGo deal and other discounts, such as the Boots house-brand, No7 cosmetics, Blackmores, Ponds, Olay, Nivea, Vaseline, Jergens, Revlon, Johnsons', Dove, etc.Also, if you purchase 1000 baht worth of Boots...

September 17, 2009

Aussino 'White and Bath Fair' Sale

Aussino's "White and Bath Fair" going on from September 10th - 30th offers upto 50 percent off on bedding products featured in the theme. You can locate Aussino stores at:- Chidlom Rd- Central Plaza Ladprao 3F- Fashion Island 1FAussino products are also available at the bedding sections of the following department stores:- Siam Paragon 4F- Emporium 5F- Index Living Mall - all branchesTo visit their Thai website, go to www.knkn.biz/auss...

September 16, 2009

Power Sale at Amarin Plaza

Amarin Plaza is having a Power Sale of up to 80% off on Household Appliances & Home Electronics from GE, Ariston, Delizia, Aconatic & Pensonic. The sale is on from September 11-20 at the Event Hall on the 1st Floor of Amarin Plaza. Products featured include refrigerators, washing machines, ovens, kitchen stoves, home theatres, music / sound systems, TVs, DVD players, etc. For more info about Amarin or directions to get there, go to www....

September 7, 2009

Modern Furniture Fair

Modern Furniture Fair taking place from September 12th - 20th (10.30 am - 9.00 pm) at QSNCC (Queen Sirikit National Convention Center) is an exposition of quality furniture for all purposes as well as other home decorative items. It is one of the largest events of its kind in Thailand's furniture industry, with the main objective of establishing export trade connections between local furniture businesses and overseas furniture buyers. The exhibitor...

September 5, 2009

Jaspal Home Collection Sale

Jaspal Home Collection is having a 17th anniversary special sale from Today till September 30th, with 17% discount on ALL items. Plus you can win a free gift worth 1,700 Baht when you spend 10,000 Baht. Their branches are located at:- Siam Paragon 3rd floor- Emporium 4th floor- Main Sukhumvit soi 15-17- Central Festival Pattaya Groung floorAlso visit their website: www.jaspalhome.comAnother of Jaspal's brand, SANTAS beddings is also on Luxury Sale...

September 3, 2009

German products promo at TOPS supermarkets

For those of you looking for German food products in Bangkok, the place to be this month is Central's Tops supermarkets (including Food Hall) which are hosting a German Food festival titled "The Wonders of Germany". Featured are high quality products imported from Germany on special discounted prices. There is a long list of them, including a variety of German sausages, salami, condiment/seasoning sauces, fruit juices, jams, instant soup powder,...

September 1, 2009

B2S Stationery - Buy1 Get1

Looks like it's time to take time off our busy schedules and revisit that favourite wonderland for all us booklovers, artists and wannabe-artists. That place is none other than B2S - the leading books and stationery chain-store in Thailand. Currently going on is the 'B2S Stationery Xtreme' sale featuring 'Buy 1 Get 1' deals on more than 100 quality stationery products. The promotion is running from August 27 to September 23 at all their branches;...

August 31, 2009

Bug & Bee Brunch Buffet

Bug & Bee - a cafe restaurant in Bangkok, known for its creative fusion food - is extending its weekday lunch buffet at Silom to weekends (Saturdays & Sundays) too. The brunch buffet, themed "All Fusion, All You Can Eat" includes unlimited freshly made-to-order dishes, iced fruit teas and desserts, from 11am-2pm everyday, and is priced at 229 baht (50% discount for kids under 12) with a time limit of 90 minutes.Bug n Bee has a pleasant easy-going...

August 27, 2009

Wedding Fair 2009 and Baby & Kids Best Buy 2009

The Wedding Fair 2009 by NEO - Winter is promoted as the grandest and most comprehensive wedding fair in Thailand, aiming to be the ultimate one-stop shop for couples looking to get married in style. The event is taking place during August 27-30 (11.00-21.00) at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Centre.Featured exhibits/exhibitors include:- Gems and Jewelry- Hotels and Catering- Card and Souvenir shops- Photography services / Photographers- Wedding Studios- Wedding Dresses and Suits- Beauty and Slimming centres- Honeymoon and Travel servicesFor...

August 7, 2009

Former Rich Market

The Market of the Former Rich (ตลาดนัดคนเคยรวย), or the 'Formerly Rich' which first made its appearance during the 1997 Economic Crisis, is back - every Sunday (8 am to 6 pm) at the same place, the Benz Thonglor dealership on Sukhumvit 55. Here, you can BUY OR SELL, USED or NEW cars, watches, jewelries, diamonds & other valuables.The market became quite popular back in 1997 and even attracted global media attention; as the 'former' rich used the platform to sell their accumulated assets to offset their losses in the recession. All kinds of...

July 31, 2009

Levi’s Swap Jeans

I am sure that most of us have an old pair of jeans lying around somewhere, under a pile of clothes, in a dark corner of the cupboard. The good news is that the pair could now be worth 1,000 Baht for you (well, assuming you have no other emotional attachment to it). Levis has created a wonderful opportunity for us to trade in old jeans in return for an instant discount of 1,000 baht on a new pair of Levis jeans....but wait, there is a catch - the...

July 30, 2009

Amarin Book Fair 2009

The 8th Amarin Book Fair is taking place from July 29 to August 2 at the QSNCC - Queen Sirikit National Convention Hall A (almost at the same time as the Amazing Thailand Grand Sale Fair - so you can visit both the fairs in one day...

July 28, 2009

Thailand Grand Sale at IMPACT from July 25th to August 2nd

There are several sale fairs going on at Impact Muang Thong Thani this whole week, from July 25 to August 2, comprising 'Thailand's Grand Sale 2009':Furniture SaleWedding Grand SaleFashion & Jewelry Grand SaleThailand TravellingBook Grand SaleThe sum of the entire event features furniture, home decorative items, sanitaryware, housing and real estate, condominiums; cosmetics and beauty & spa products, traditional Thai massage; clothing and accesories, leatherwear, jewelry; food products; books and learning resources; flowers, gardening equipment,...

BIFF & BIL 2009

The much-awaited Bangkok International Fashion Fair (BIFF) & Bangkok International Leather Fair (BIL) 2009 is taking place next month for 4 days from August 13 - 16 at Impact Muang Thong Thani.Trade Days : 13 – 14 August (10 am – 6 pm)Public Days : 15 – 16 August (10 am – 9 pm)Venue : Challenger Hall 2-3, IMPACT Muang Thong Thani, ThailandWebsite: www.biffandbil.comOrganised by the Dept. of Export Promotion (Thai Ministry of Commerce), the exhibition...

July 24, 2009

Jaspal End of Season Sale 2009!!!

Starting July 24th is Jaspal's End of Season Sale, featuring discounts of 50 % off.Jaspal has been a leading brand in the Thai fashion industry since 1970s when it opened its first store here. Today, it has grown into a renowned elite brand for fashionable ready-to-wear clothing at affordable prices, with more than 26 stores throughout Thailand and some outlets in Malaysia.Jaspal's clothing and accessories (including bags, shoes, belts and ties)...

Fashion Bazaar at CentralWorld

Fashion Bazzaar is being held from July 22 - August 2, 10.30 am - 10.00 pm, at Central World, 1st floor, (near B2S).Organised by Central Trading - Central Marketing Group - CMG, the event is featuring sales of upto 80 % off from leading fashion brands such as:- Clothing - G2000, Benetton, Miss Sixty, Energie, FCUK, www.izzue.com, 5cm, Lee, Wrangler- Cosmetics - Payot, Elizabeth Arden, Laura Mercier, Jurlique- Watches & Accessories - Casio, Guess,...

July 21, 2009

GRI brands sale

The 'Gorgeous Fashion Sale' by leading fashion brands importer GRI will be held from July 27 - August 2 at the Fashion Hall of Siam Paragon. Discounts of upto 90% are offered on several brands including EQ-IQ, Joan & David, Karen Millen, Nine West ready-to-wear, AK Anne Klein NY, Lucky Brand Jeans and Francesco Bias...

PUMA Clearance Sale at MBK Center

The 'Puma Impossible Wow @ MBK' sale from July 24 - August 2 will feature discounts of 30-70 % off on Puma's products such as sporting apparel, shoes, bags, and sports accessories. It will be held on the 1st floor of Mahboonkrong shopping cent...

July 10, 2009

Shopping Marathon Sale at Siam Center & Siam Discovery

This 5-day shopping bonanza is being held on July 15th - 19th and features discounts of 50-80 % off. On Friday the 17th and Saturday the 18th, the shopping centres will be open till midnight. There are also several parallel offers of promotions - such as, if you use credit cards of Citibank, Kasikorn Bank or Siam Commercial Bank (SCB), you can avail additional 5% discount on your purchases. There will also be lucky draws held every two hours on all...

July 3, 2009

July sales at Jaspal Home Collection and Decor Mart

Decor Mart - Storewide sale on 'Every single product' for the whole month of July 2009; you can locate their branches at Thonglor 19, Midtown and Phuket.Jaspal Home Collection's 'Dining pleasure' sale on artistic dining table decor, offering upto 50 % discount till 31st July, 2009. Branches at: 3rd floor of Siam Paragon, 4th floor of Emporium, main Sukhumvit soi 15-17, Ground floor of Central Festival Pattaya. More info, visit: www.jaspalhome....

July 2, 2009

Central Chidlom Clearance Sale, July 02-12

Central Chidlom Clearance Sale from today, July 02 to July 12, with discounts of 50-90% off at the Event Hall, 3rd floor, Central Chidlom. Need more be said? Hurry and catch the best bargain items before someone else snatches them aw...

Amazing Thailand Grand Sale Festival 2009

Most of us are unaware that there is a grand sale festival going on in Thailand, offering visitors great bargains from June 1st to August 31st, 2009. The Amazing Thailand Grand Sale, an annual three-month shopping extravaganza, offers special discounts of 10-70 percent on a diverse range of products and services - all extended by participating department stores, shopping complexes and retail shops. Not just stores, there are also interesting deals at spas, hotels, eateries, golf courses, travel packages and even medical check-ups at top hospitals.The...

July 1, 2009

Commart X-Gen Thailand 2009

The Commart X-Gen Thailand 2009 exhibition is taking place from July 2 - 5 at the Sirikit National Convention Hall (QSNCC); timing: 10 am - 8 pm. This mid-year sale event will feature the latest innovative gadgets and attractive discounts.Some highlight products to be launched at the event are:*Aiptek Pocket Cinema - a small hand-held projector*Kindle e-book reader - Kindle 2 and Kindle DX (a dream for the ebook-lovers amongst us),*Panasonic DMC-G1 - the smallest interchangeable lens SLR digital camera*Brando's USB Dock with speaker.As always,...

USA month at Central Food Hall and Tops supermarkets

For all you suckers of US imported products, Central is celebrating the American Independence Day this month with a 'Taste of USA' festival running from July 1 to 28. It's a 'Health Trendsetter' festival for health-conscious consumers, featuring healthy food products imported from America at discounted prices. The wide range of over 3,000 American products also includes fresh fruits such as raspberries, strawberries, cherries, apples, peaches and...