As we bid farewell to 2022, not only is it the time of year for reflection but also an opportunity to look forward to what 2023 might bring.
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Published: January 4, 2023
• Local economic benefits: Supporting local growers, farmers and food producers helps to stimulate the local economy and community.
• Taste and quality: Farm-to-table foods are said to have a superior taste and quality compared to those that have been transported over long distances.
• Community building: The farm-to-table trend can promote a sense of community and connection to the local area by supporting local food producers and promoting a shared appreciation for fresh, locally grown ingredients.
In 2022, tourists coming to Thailand were expected to reach 11.5 million, according to the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) Governor, Yuthasak Supasorn. This number exceeded the government’s target by 15%, highlighting the positive trend of people coming to the region on holiday.
Although we are hopeful for the development of new routes from Phuket, this will depend on demand for travel to and from the airport and the availability of planes and pilots, etc.
With picture perfect venues at your disposal, we foresee more exquisite Thai and Western wedding blends taking place in 2023. Tropical ceremony locations in Phuket allow for dreamy beach weddings, sunset vow renewals, exclusive receptions on sleek luxury yachts or even a private hideaway celebration.
If the thought of organising your special day from afar seems a little daunting, why not entrust the dedicated Twinpalms events team to help with all the details for your perfect day.
Phuket, for the first time, was the proud host to Spartans from all over the region for the 2022 Spartan Asia Pacific Championship event weekend, which was held in November 2022. It was a hugely popular event and included the Super (APAC Championship heat), Sprint, Hurricane Heat and Spartan Kids races. We are crossing our fingers that Phuket can once again welcome this global obstacle course race and endurance brand in 2023.
Building on this, Phuket will start looking to destinations around the world which offer a range of sporting events that are designed to attract travellers. People travelling will be able to participate in sporting activities as part of their vacations, and Phuket as a destination has the potential to offer specialized facilities and infrastructure, such as golf courses, equestrian competitions, surfing and water sports, marathons and other organised sporting events to lift up athletic tourism in the region.
More than just a dinner, you can now indulge in a kaleidoscope for the senses with mesmerizing entertainment and vibrant enticing dishes captivating your sight, sound, smell and taste. KALIDO is a brand new “Destination Dining Experience” which is already bringing a passionate emphasis on gastronomy, embracing the art and science of food and dining to experience.
Virtual and augmented reality experiences could also be on the cards for Phuket. Around the world, restaurants are starting to use virtual and augmented reality technology to enhance the dining experience and offer unique, immersive experiences for customers.
We suspect that there will be a continued trend towards plant-based and vegetarian options, as consumers become increasingly health-conscious and environmentally aware. Perhaps we might start seeing innovative delivery options; exploring new ways to offer delivery services, such as drones or self-driving vehicles, to meet the growing demand for convenient, contactless options.