Invest in Thailand

For the savvy property buyer, the reasons to invest in Thailand just keep on growing. The investment potential, through exponentially growing tourism, great accessibility and affordable prices, is huge.

Then, of course, there's the culture, the scenery, the beaches and the nightlife. Thailand is increasingly seen as the last affordable tropical paradise, with an intoxicating culture with Indo-Chinese influences.

Getting here has never been easier. The new Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK), or New Bangkok International Airport, is just half an hour outside the capital and handles most major airlines and flights from all over the world. Domestic flights are served by Don Muang (DMK) airport.

For serious property investors, Bangkok is probably the best in Asia. It offers much more cost-effective entry than other Asian destinations like Singapore and Hong Kong, and a better climate. It's a fascinating city, with a towering skyline contrasting with the historical sights. Bangkok also has a cosmopolitan feel, with quality shopping, entertainment and cuisine.

This affordable housing, coupled with low costs of labour, has meant that major corporations have opened up offices in Bangkok, which has pulled in many business people, who arrive delighted at the price of property. The strong demand for property should mean a return on investment for many years to come.

Thailand has stringent laws around foreign ownership of property and the logical option for most are apartments and condominiums. They're usually one or two bedrooms up to around 75 square metres and are being snapped up by middle and upper-middle-income buyers.

The east coast city of Pattaya is another boom area, with around six million visitors a year. Its combination of first-class beaches, watersports, sightseeing and shopping make it a fine area for property investment.