{"id":7000,"date":"2025-08-05T05:27:46","date_gmt":"2025-08-05T05:27:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.top25golfcourses.com\/indonesia\/global-travel-news\/thailands-wellness-economy-takes-the-spotlight-at-skal-bangkoks-upcoming-luncheon\/"},"modified":"2025-08-05T05:27:46","modified_gmt":"2025-08-05T05:27:46","slug":"thailands-wellness-economy-takes-the-spotlight-at-skal-bangkoks-upcoming-luncheon","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.top25golfcourses.com\/indonesia\/global-travel-news\/thailands-wellness-economy-takes-the-spotlight-at-skal-bangkoks-upcoming-luncheon\/","title":{"rendered":"Thailand\u2019s Wellness Economy Takes the Spotlight at SK\u00c5L Bangkok\u2019s Upcoming Luncheon"},"content":{"rendered":"<div><img width=\"1900\" height=\"1267\" src=\"https:\/\/www.top25golfcourses.com\/indonesia\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/SKAL-luncheon.jpg\" class=\"attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.top25golfcourses.com\/indonesia\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/SKAL-luncheon.jpg 1900w, https:\/\/www.top25golfcourses.com\/indonesia\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/SKAL-luncheon-750x500-1.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.travelnewshub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/SKAL-luncheon-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.travelnewshub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/SKAL-luncheon-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.travelnewshub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/SKAL-luncheon-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1900px) 100vw, 1900px\"><\/div>\n<p data-start=\"261\" data-end=\"589\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.top25golfcourses.com\/indonesia\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/SKAL-luncheon.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-57738 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.top25golfcourses.com\/indonesia\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/SKAL-luncheon-750x500-1.jpg\" alt=\"Thailand\u2019s Wellness Economy Takes the Spotlight at SK\u00c5L Bangkok\u2019s Upcoming Luncheon - TRAVELINDEX\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.top25golfcourses.com\/indonesia\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/SKAL-luncheon-750x500-1.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.travelnewshub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/SKAL-luncheon-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.travelnewshub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/SKAL-luncheon-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.travelnewshub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/SKAL-luncheon-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.top25golfcourses.com\/indonesia\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/SKAL-luncheon.jpg 1900w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\"><\/a>Bangkok, Thailand, August 5, 2025 \/ TRAVELINDEX \/ As wellness tourism continues to rise in popularity, <strong data-start=\"338\" data-end=\"368\">SK\u00c5L International Bangkok<\/strong> is bringing the conversation front and center at a special networking luncheon on <strong data-start=\"451\" data-end=\"481\">Wednesday, August 13, 2025<\/strong>, from <strong data-start=\"488\" data-end=\"511\">11:30 AM to 2:00 PM<\/strong> at <strong data-start=\"515\" data-end=\"540\">The Sukhothai Bangkok<\/strong>, one of the capital\u2019s most iconic luxury hotels.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"591\" data-end=\"940\">The event will feature a <strong data-start=\"681\" data-end=\"711\">three-course gourmet lunch<\/strong> and a <strong data-start=\"718\" data-end=\"746\">dynamic panel discussion<\/strong> titled <strong data-start=\"754\" data-end=\"785\">\u201cThe Business of Wellness\u201d<\/strong>, aiming to spotlight the fast-growing wellness economy in Thailand, now a global leader in integrative health, spa tourism, and lifestyle retreats.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"942\" data-end=\"981\"><strong data-start=\"942\" data-end=\"981\">A Stellar Panel of Wellness Leaders<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"983\" data-end=\"1245\">The panel will be moderated by <strong data-start=\"1014\" data-end=\"1031\">David Barrett<\/strong>, Host of <em data-start=\"1041\" data-end=\"1049\">Trends<\/em> and Consultant Events for The Slate Phuket. Known for his strategic thinking and global outlook, Barrett will guide a conversation with some of the top names shaping Thailand\u2019s wellness industry:<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1249\" data-end=\"1338\"><strong data-start=\"1249\" data-end=\"1278\">David Boucher, MPH, FACHE<\/strong> \u2013 CEO, Bumrungrad International Hospital, Phuket &amp; Market<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1341\" data-end=\"1392\"><strong data-start=\"1341\" data-end=\"1362\">Catherine Edwards<\/strong> \u2013 Chief Growth Officer, QUO<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1395\" data-end=\"1506\"><strong data-start=\"1395\" data-end=\"1410\">Jack Thomas<\/strong> \u2013 Founder &amp; CEO of BASE, Co-founder of The Fit Guide, Host of <em data-start=\"1473\" data-end=\"1496\">Fitness Business Asia<\/em> podcast<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1509\" data-end=\"1575\"><strong data-start=\"1509\" data-end=\"1529\">Victoria Sardain<\/strong> \u2013 Consultant and Founder, Teiah Hospitality<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1577\" data-end=\"1754\">Topics will include <strong data-start=\"1597\" data-end=\"1624\">wellness tourism trends<\/strong>, <strong data-start=\"1626\" data-end=\"1652\">hospitality innovation<\/strong>, <strong data-start=\"1654\" data-end=\"1685\">fitness and preventive care<\/strong>, and <strong data-start=\"1691\" data-end=\"1753\">how wellness intersects with meaningful travel experiences<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1756\" data-end=\"1787\"><strong data-start=\"1756\" data-end=\"1787\">A Lunch Worth Talking About<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1789\" data-end=\"1909\">Guests will enjoy a specially curated Western Set Lunch from The Sukhothai\u2019s acclaimed culinary team. The menu features:<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1911\" data-end=\"1938\"><strong data-start=\"1911\" data-end=\"1936\">Starter (choose one):<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1941\" data-end=\"2015\">Duck confit with mesclun greens, red onion, walnuts, and citrus dressing<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2018\" data-end=\"2117\"><em data-start=\"2018\" data-end=\"2039\">(Vegetarian option)<\/em> Mixed green salad with roasted pumpkin, beetroot, and raspberry vinaigrette<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2119\" data-end=\"2150\"><strong data-start=\"2119\" data-end=\"2148\">Main Course (choose one):<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2153\" data-end=\"2238\">Pan-fried Atlantic salmon with grilled asparagus, green pea pur\u00e9e, and tomato salsa<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2241\" data-end=\"2326\">Sous vide chicken breast with herb-crusted potato, asparagus, and chicken-thyme jus<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2329\" data-end=\"2410\"><em data-start=\"2329\" data-end=\"2343\">(Vegetarian)<\/em> Wild mushroom risotto with parmesan and crispy shimeji mushrooms<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2412\" data-end=\"2439\"><strong data-start=\"2412\" data-end=\"2437\">Dessert (choose one):<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2442\" data-end=\"2518\">Chocolate &amp; praline mousse cake with chocolate sauce and vanilla ice cream<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2521\" data-end=\"2610\"><em data-start=\"2521\" data-end=\"2537\">(Vegan option)<\/em> Cake with rhubarb soup, strawberry sorbet, and balsamic strawberry jam<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2612\" data-end=\"2661\"><strong data-start=\"2612\" data-end=\"2661\">Advance menu selection required upon booking.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2663\" data-end=\"2682\"><strong data-start=\"2663\" data-end=\"2680\">Ticket Rates:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2685\" data-end=\"2756\"><strong data-start=\"2685\" data-end=\"2702\">SK\u00c5L Members:<\/strong> 1,200 THB (Guest of member? You get this rate too!)<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2759\" data-end=\"2787\"><strong data-start=\"2759\" data-end=\"2775\">Non-Members:<\/strong> 1,900 THB<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2789\" data-end=\"3081\">\u201c<strong data-start=\"2790\" data-end=\"2890\">Wellness isn\u2019t just a trend\u2014it\u2019s a movement that\u2019s transforming tourism, communities, and lives,<\/strong>\u201d said <strong data-start=\"2897\" data-end=\"2914\">James Thurlby<\/strong>, President of SK\u00c5L International Bangkok. \u201cThis event is an opportunity to celebrate the leaders making wellness accessible, innovative, and sustainable in Thailand.\u201d<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3083\" data-end=\"3104\"><strong data-start=\"3083\" data-end=\"3104\">Reserve Your Seat<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3106\" data-end=\"3265\">To attend, visit <a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/skalbangkok.com\/\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"3123\" data-end=\"3165\">SK\u00c5L BKK EVENTS<\/a> or email <strong data-start=\"3175\" data-end=\"3201\"><a class=\"cursor-pointer\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"3177\" data-end=\"3199\">events@skalbangkok.com<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3106\" data-end=\"3265\"><br data-start=\"3202\" data-end=\"3205\"><strong data-start=\"3205\" data-end=\"3265\">Seats are limited and early booking is strongly advised.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelnewshub.com\/events\/thailands-wellness-economy-takes-the-spotlight-at-skal-bangkoks-upcoming-luncheon\/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Source<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Bangkok, Thailand, August 5, 2025 \/ TRAVELINDEX \/ As wellness tourism continues to rise in popularity, SK\u00c5L International Bangkok is bringing the conversation front and center at a special networking luncheon on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, from 11:30 AM to 2:00 PM at The Sukhothai Bangkok, one of the capital\u2019s most iconic luxury hotels. 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