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Arabian Post
7 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Arabian Post
Jurassic World: The Experience, A New Immersive Walk-Through Experience Opens In Bangkok At Asiatique The Riverfront Destination
BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 9 August 2025 –has officially opened its gates at Asiatique The Riverfront Destination to explorers who have been eagerly awaiting their first opportunity to step foot insideand get closer to life-sized dinosaurs than ever before. Asset World Corporation (AWC), Thailand's leading integrated lifestyle real estate group, celebrated this epic opening in grand style alongside NEON, a global leader in immersive and epic experiences, and Universal Destinations and Experiences. Set in front of the iconic Asiatique The Riverfront Destination, the grand opening ceremony was attended by Ms. Thapanee Kiatphaibool, Governor of the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), and Mr. Chadchart Sittipunt, Governor of Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA), whose support reflects a shared commitment to strengthening Bangkok's sustainable tourism and creating memorable experiences for visitors. Jurassic World: The Experience is positioned as one of Bangkok's must-visit destinations for global travelers and families alike. Tickets are available with online and onsite ticket options at or at the venue. ADVERTISEMENT Journey to Jurassic World: The Experience at Asiatique Includes: Jurassic World: The Experience, a 6,000-square-meter attraction that brings the globally beloved film franchise to life through a one-of-a-kind attraction. Guests will journey through Isla Nublar, surrounded by life-like animatronic dinosaurs and iconic environments brought to life with cinematic detail. Visitors will be immersed in unforgettable moments inspired by iconic scenes of the Jurassic World films, blending pulse-raising thrills with awe-inspiring wonder to ignite the imagination. Jurassic World: The Experience opens daily from 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM with last admission at 9:00 PM. Tickets are now available online at Admission tickets to Jurassic World: The Experience price starts from THB 579 for Children aged 3-10, and THB 769 for Adults aged 11 and above. Onsite ticket purchases are also available, but advance online booking is highly recommended to secure your preferred date and time. For group bookings from organizations or schools, please contact [email protected]. Jurassic World: The Experience Fossil & Flame Restaurant transports guests into an atmosphere inspired by the Jurassic World films. Every element – from the meticulously designed décor to the specially curated menu – has been crafted to extend the prehistoric adventure and deliver a truly unforgettable dining experience. With 256 seats across both indoor and outdoor spaces, spanning approximately 2,061 square meters, the restaurant provides a spacious setting for guests of all ages. It offers the perfect ambience throughout the day – from lush greenery during the day to warm, atmospheric lighting at night. The menu caters to every member of the family, featuring premium ingredients in standout dishes such as the Tree Top Nacho Tower, Rack of Bones Mesquite Baby Back Pork Ribs, and Baked Sea Bass, along with indulgent desserts like the Molten Chocolate Egg. ADVERTISEMENT For dining at Jurassic World: The Experience Fossil & Flame Restaurant, reservations can be made at Complete the journey at Jurassic World: The Experience Retail Store where guests can take home a piece of adventure. The store offers a curated selection of memorabilia that celebrates the legacy of Jurassic World and provides the perfect finale to this immersive experience. This landmark initiative reflects AWC's strategy to develop inspiring year-round lifestyle destinations that transcend seasonal tourism, strengthening Thailand's position as a premier global sustainable tourism hub. The experience is now ready to welcome visitors from around the world, not only boosts inbound tourism and economic value but also creates a dynamic platform for young minds to explore science, biodiversity, and sustainability in an interactive, accessible way. Aligned with AWC's mission of a 'Building Better Future For All,' this destination exemplifies how meaningful experiences can spark awareness, foster long-term community impact, and create lasting value for Thailand's people and the planet. Stay Connected: For more information, visit and follow us on social media. Be sure to follow Jurassic World: The Experience Bangkok on Facebook & Instagram and Asiatique on Facebook & Instagram. For further inquiries, please contact Jurassic World: The Experience directly at [email protected]. Full press release can be found in the PRESS KIT and here. Hashtag: #JWExperience #DinosinBKK #AsiatiqueTheRiverfrontDestination #AWC The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.
Bangkok Post
3 days ago
- Bangkok Post
Chadchart Urges Quality Solutions as Traffy Reports Near 1 Million
Bangkok, July 29, 2025 — Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt has urged city officials to prioritise quality over quantity in public service delivery, as the number of issues reported via the Traffy Fondue application nears one million. Speaking at the seventh Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) departmental heads meeting of 2025, held at the Rattanakosin Room, Bangkok City Hall (Sao Chingcha), Chadchart acknowledged the milestone while warning against superficial case closures using irrelevant photos. He emphasised the importance of genuine resolutions and instructed district directors to verify the authenticity of submitted images. 'Traffy Fondue has gained public admiration for improving the government's responsiveness,' said Chadchart. 'People take the time to report because they trust us. We must not betray that trust.' He stressed that trust is vital in all spheres—work, family, and society—and that when trust exists, operations run smoothly, but without it, even simple tasks become difficult. He called for a comprehensive review of how issues are resolved on the platform. Transparency and Revenue Collection Chadchart praised officials for improving revenue collection, especially in signboard tax and land and building tax, but urged vigilance in tax reduction cases amid bribery allegations. He called for strict supervision and transparent procedures to prevent exploitation of citizens. Urban Cleanliness and Enforcement On urban sanitation, Chadchart discussed the continued issue of illegal bulky waste dumping, noting that rapid-response trucks had been deployed to improve collection. He instructed closer monitoring of trash bin zones and strict enforcement of the THB 2,000 fine for littering. A campaign to discourage canal and street littering will also be launched. In parallel, enforcement will be increased to restrict motorcycle use on footpaths in high-violation districts. He also raised safety concerns after encountering aggressive stray dogs in the Wattana district during a morning run, noting the need to prioritise public safety in tourist areas. White Tourism Zone and Local Regulation Chadchart outlined efforts to establish a white tourism model in the Nana to Asoke area, focusing on regulating vendors of sex toys, e-cigarettes, cannabis, and managing street hawkers and tour bus parking. Enforcement has extended to Soi 3–4 and sub-alleys, with continued coordination among district offices. Flood Control Measures The Governor also acknowledged recent flood management success, citing quicker water drainage in key areas. However, he urged continued attention to minor flooding hotspots and faster deployment of pumps to minimise disruption during heavy rainfall.
Time Out
01-08-2025
- General
- Time Out
Two million trees strong: Bangkok battles a legacy of concrete
Bangkok once prided itself on being the 'Venice of the East,' with canals flanked by trees and shaded walkways. Decades of rapid urbanisation, road expansion and real estate pressure saw much of that greenery disappear. By the early 2000s, green cover in central districts was shrinking fast and today, the Big Mango is a very concrete jungle. But change is on the horizon with a campaign called BangkokTree. It could be a major step forward for the capital, with over two million trees already planted across the city. According to the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA), this includes 1.1 million perennial plants, 690,000 shrubs and 180,000 vines and crawlers. The goal now is shifting to hit three million plants. BangkokTree is pursuing a future where the air is fresher, the streets are cooler and city life is gentler. The campaign isn't just about planting trees in parks. Greenery is cropping up in some surprising places such as empty plots without buildings, railway tracks, sidewalks, central reservations, under expressways, elevated rail lines, in open areas near buildings and along the waterfront. BangkokTree, launched in June 2022 by Governor Chadchart Sittipunt, was framed as a green beautification project and a statement that promises to tackle air pollution, reduce urban heat and reconnect Bangkokians with nature. That first one-million-tree goal was met in just two years. Today, Bangkok is charging towards its next milestone. Bangkok's problems with heat and haze aren't new. The city regularly ranks high for PM2.5 pollution and its concrete-heavy sprawl keeps absorbing and radiating heat. So while two million trees sound impressive, the truth is that scale and strategy matter. It's not all about planting trees, perhaps planting the right trees, in the right places and ensuring they survive. A sapling planted along a pavement might check the box on paper but it would not always grow into a carbon-guzzling, shade-giving giant. Maintenance is the key. Compare that to Singapore, an urban greening city. With around 66 square metres of green space per person, the city-state has transformed itself into a vertical garden with green rooftops and more. Bangkok, by contrast, offers roughly six square metres per person, which becomes a reminder that planting alone doesn't equal transformation. That's why Bangkok's greening efforts need to go beyond the ground. Transforming rooftops into gardens, converting abandoned lots into pocket parks and rewilding canal banks into leafy corridors are a few ways the city could expand its green spaces. The capital is counting toward three million trees planted however the real measure of success won't be in numbers. It'll be in shade that lasts, air that's cleaner and neighbourhoods that feel a little less like concrete ovens. Bangkok doesn't just need more trees. It needs a green strategy, one rooted in science, inclusivity and care.
Bangkok Post
29-07-2025
- Business
- Bangkok Post
Chadchart Moves to Regulate LED Sign Light Pollution
Bangkok, July 29, 2025 – Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt has proposed a draft regulation to control lighting from electric signs with integrated LED systems, aiming to improve residents' quality of life and address increasing complaints over excessive light emissions in the city. The draft Bangkok Act, tabled during the third ordinary session (first meeting) of the Bangkok Metropolitan Council (BMC) for 2025, aligns with Section 17 of the Ministerial Regulation on the control of signs and structures, under the Building Control Act B.E. 2558 (2015), and the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration Act B.E. 2528 (1985) and its amendments. Chadchart highlighted that LED advertising signs, particularly those located near expressways, often emit excessive light that disturbs nearby residents. However, current laws do not clearly define what constitutes a disruptive level of brightness. 'This draft act is not only to prevent nuisance but to provide measurable guidelines for acceptable light intensity,' said Chadchart. 'At present, there is no scientific standard to determine when lighting becomes disruptive.' He added, 'We want to set clear criteria to ensure that private sector investment in signage stays within reasonable limits, while safeguarding citizens' wellbeing and road safety.' The proposed regulation sets maximum light intensity limits for electric signs as follows: Any sign exceeding these levels would be deemed a nuisance or a hazard to visibility and traffic safety. The Governor of Bangkok would be authorised to take action under this regulation. The BMC approved the draft and formed a special committee to suggest amendments within five days and complete a review within 60 days.
Bangkok Post
17-07-2025
- Business
- Bangkok Post
BMA chief voices train fare compensation concerns
Bangkok governor Chadchart Sittipunt has urged the government to clarify compensation terms for the 20-baht electric train fare policy, warning unclear details could expose the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) to potential legal risks. Mr Chadchart expressed support for the government's second phase of the 20-baht maximum fare policy for electric trains across the Bangkok Metropolitan Region (BMR), saying that this initiative will help ease financial burdens on commuters. However, he noted that the current concession agreements with private train operators involve average fares of around 34 baht per passenger. With roughly 700,000 passengers, a figure likely to increase, the concessionaires could face a substantial revenue loss as the Ministry of Transport's compensation estimate appears low. The BMA has also hired private firms to operate some train lines at an annual cost of around eight billion baht while collecting only about two billion baht in fare revenue. Mr Chadchart said the compensation must also be fair in this case as well. "What we're a little bit worried about is the contracts between the private concessionaires and the BMA. Clear discussions are needed because if they can't agree on a certain compensation, the BMA could be sued," Mr Chadchart said. Meanwhile, Gp Capt Anudith Nakornthap, the Kla Tham Party's strategic chairman, defended the policy against critics who argue it is unfair to taxpayers outside the capital. Gp Capt Anudith said that the 20-baht fare benefits all Thais, not just Bangkok residents, as anyone from across the country who works or visits the capital will also be able to enjoy lower fares. He said that Bangkok contributes nearly 48.3% of national tax revenue -- far more than other regions -- demonstrating the city's critical role in national financing. He warned against a view that public spending in Bangkok is designed to be regionally biased. "This isn't about favouring just Bangkok," he concluded. "It's about reducing transport costs for everyone, which is a way to stimulate the economy by increasing people's purchasing power."
