Thailand is known worldwide for its gem and jewelry industry, and there is even a bi-annual Bangkok exposition that attracts thousands from around the world to prove it. This August issue asks and answers your most pressing questions about what you should know before making any gem or jewelry purchase in Thailand.

World Wedding Hub: What makes Thailand a "Destination Wedding" Capital of the world?, Phuket hosts Destination Wedding Congress in May...

Top Things to do in Bangkok // Other places of Interest.

Destination - Phuket for the High-rollers.

Culture - Bangkok: Over 300 years of History...

LOOKEAST
Thailand’s longest running English-language travel and lifestyle publication in February puts the spotlight on Thailand as one of the world’s top gems and jewelry hub; and Phuket, which continues to metamorphose as a top upmarket tourist destination. But the magazine is also packed with other relevant articles, information, and tips that travelers need to help them enjoy to the hilt, their holiday to the amazing kingdom.

Hua Hin welcomes Thailand's first ever resort mall destination with a bang!

Southern Escapes – The South of Thailand beckons to all kinds of travelers.

In remembrance of his King Bhumibol Adulyadej of Thailand, who passed away on Oct. 13, 2016, Lookeast Magazine veers away from its normal insider’s travel and lifestyle publication style to pay tribute to the much-beloved monarch. Some of the main features and regular sections were kept, but as a whole, the issue reflects the current mood of the kingdom during the official national mourning period.

Read this issue to know the reasons why Thailand is a wedding paradise!

Thailand is famous worldwide for its gems and jewelry industry, and the bi-annual event dedicated to the sector proves how it continues to grow in global popularity.  Lookeast Magazine’s August issue – besides other interesting features -- attempts a few articles that answers the most frequently asked questions, and sheds light on some of the most pressing concerns of the public, about buying gems and jewelry in the kingdom.

July is a good time to visit Hua Hin, Pranburi, and Prachuap Khiri Khan in one go, as the waters on the Gulf of Thailand become clearer and the air becomes even more exhilarating than ever. 

The month is also a good one to discover some of our neighboring countries – as ASEAN is being promoted as a single destination after all. 

Along with a host of regular sections that make Lookeast Magazine an interesting, informative, and persuasive read, our articles this month are “curated” just for you. 

Check-out our What’s Inside page for previews of the specific contents.

Our main theme this month is in fact Hua Hin, a charming beach destination that is also quite popular among travelers because of its outdoorsy activities. All the information you need on what’s happening around town, all the hottest deals and specials promotions -- travel, dining, bar, and spa are waiting for you to enjoy inside, plus a number of arresting features are here for you. Check-out our What’s Inside page for previews of the specific contents.

May rallied up a fantastic mixture of island vacations in Samui and Ticao Island, introducing some of the best water parks and theme parks in Thailand, interesting information on dental tourism and many more. Enjoy the informative, interesting, and always entertaining: hotel sneak previews, hot hotel deals, new hotspots and special promotions; even interesting cool personalities, and more. Check-out our What’s Inside page for previews of the specific contents.

In April, the month heightens with more fun and more color. The highlights include Asia’s 50 Best Restaurant award held in Thailand for the first time, Sathorn new food hub and more restaurants to watch out for. Travel up north and down south with secret discoveries and more interesting features in the Travel section. Enjoy the informative, interesting, and always entertaining: hotel sneak previews, hot hotel deals, new hotspots and special promotions; even interesting cool personalities, and more. Check-out our What’s Inside page for previews of the specific contents.

March rallied up the best of island vacations, sports and adventure, beach fashion and shopping, and other related subjects figure well in the mind of visitors to this wonderful, tropical kingdom and with a growing outbound outlook, we now cover different countries and regions in every issue, and this month it’s Sri Lanka, the “Land of Serendipity” itself, and its Adam's Peak. Enjoy the informative, interesting, and always entertaining: hotel sneak previews, hot hotel deals, new hotspots and special promotions; even interesting cool personalities, and more. Check-out our What’s Inside page for previews of the specific contents.

It’s an open secret: even the savviest traveler regards Thailand as one of the most romantic places in the world. This month we are romancing Thailand with Valentine specials, trips to the south, the wine country Khao Yai and many more. Enjoy the informative, interesting, and always entertaining: outbound travel destinations, hotel sneak previews, hot hotel deals, new hotspots and special promotions; even interesting cool personalities, and more. Check-out our What’s Inside page for previews of the specific contents.

We’re celebrating our 45th year in the publishing business. But this issue is really not for us or about us. It’s for you. We’d rather celebrate our anniversary with your continuing trust and support. There is everything for you whether you are a first time visitor or a frequently returning traveler to the city of smiles. For more informative, interesting, and always entertaining: outbound travel destinations, hotel sneak previews, hot hotel deals, new hotspots and special promotions; even interesting cool personalities, and more (Check-out our What’s Inside page for previews of the specific contents).

This is a season of great shopping, and of course, the year-end sales attract even the most discerning shopaholics around. And how about spa, health, and wellness treats? Anyway, elsewhere in the magazine, there is everything for you whether you are a first time visitor or a frequently returning traveler to the city of smiles. For more informative, interesting, and always entertaining: outbound travel destinations, hotel sneak previews, hot hotel deals, new hotspots and special promotions; even interesting cool personalities, and more (Check-out our What’s Inside page for previews of the specific contents).

November is the high season for tourism and with an expected chilly weather, we zoom in on Khao Yai, Thailand’s very own “Wine Country”. Khao Yai is undergoing a property development boom, not an accidental choice for this month’s “Real Estate (property)” theme, as well as Phuket and Samui. Find more about the hottest travel news and deals, bar offers, and spa specials this month.

Thailand is now among the top weddings and honeymoon destinations in the world, and October is an auspicious month for weddings, according to local beliefs. Thus this month, Look East focuses on “Weddings & Honeymoons” as its main theme, but expect the same informative, interesting, and entertaining content about Travel and Lifestyle that you love to read in the magazine every month!   


Bangkok, indeed, is a great place to enjoy the art of eating. Or, if we want to be a little bit fancier: the art of gastronomy. And it goes beyond Thai food.
We suggest that foodies try not only the restaurants on the list but also those that they find suited to their personal taste, preferences, and budget.
Here’s hoping that this special focus on dining and gastronomy will enhance your enjoyment of Look East even more.
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August is an auspicious month in Thailand, being the month that the kingdom celebrates the birthday of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit. Our main feature this month (Island
Getaways) gives you a definitive heads up on the essentials: how to find them, what to do once you are there, and why. So read on and let Look East be your
trusted companion as you explore the best of Thailand and beyond.

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