The ‘Sarojin Cares Honeymoon’ package combines some of The Sarojin’s most popular romantic activities with unforgettable and rewarding excursions that benefit those most in need around the…
Skål Koh Samui initiative aims to lure tourists back to the island with its #RediscoverSamui campaign, featuring a brand new video, media and social media programme
Thailand’s Center for COVID-19 Situation Administration (CCSA) on Monday said it will allow more categories of foreigners into the country from October onwards.
A seven-day quarantine for foreign tourists can be put into effect in November if the first batch of inbound tourists in October is clear of coronavirus infections
With Thailand’s tourism reopening is still bound to happen, Smiling Albino shifts its focus on local offerings anticipating the rise in domestic travel.
The Skål Asia AGM which due to the Covid-19 pandemic was without a home, instead the 49th SAA AGM was conducted online and turned out to be the highest attended AGM in recent history.
Earlier this week Aquarius International Development (AQI), announced intensions to sink USD 250 million into the creation of a comprehensive hospitality "eco-system across Southeast Asia. I…
Luxury Villa Operator Inspiring Villas will be expanding into new locations across Thailand as the Kingdom promotes domestic tourism and plans for the long-awaited return of international…
In spite of the Phuket Model, Thailand's top resort island's hospitality industry is in dire need of government support, if it is to survive the peak travel season, say local stakeholders…
IHG will debut its luxury boutique brand Kimpton Hotels in two new markets next month, with Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok opening in Thailand on 1 October and Kimpton Shinjuku Tokyo opening in…
After three months of being COVID-free, Thailand has recorded its first case of locally-transmitted COVID case. Due to this, the proposed “Phuket model” is likely to be delayed, according to…
A 32-kilometre motorway opening in Thailand’s rapidly developing Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) will significantly enhance access to a broad range of new destinations, sites and attractions…
Laguna Phuket reaffirmed its position as the premier safe destination in Thailand, as it strengthened its healthcare partnership with Bangkok Hospital Phuket and hosted the inaugural Laguna…
Thailand’s reopening dubbed as the “Phuket model” was proposed by the Thai government to kick off in October as its first step in reopening its borders.
Emirates announces the resumption of passenger services to Bangkok with daily flights starting from 1 September. Customers can now travel with confidence, as Emirates has committed to…
The green image of Krabi came alive on the Sky Garden of ANANA Ecological Resort Krabi at a TAT carbon neutral tourism event courtesy of the Anana Seagrass Carbon Compensation scheme.
Thailand will allow foreign tourists to visit for longer stays from October, a senior official said today, as the government tries to revive a key economic sector
Centara Hotels & Resorts, Thailands leading hotel operator, wins big at the 2020 Travellers Choice Awards by Tripadvisor, with five of its hotels ranking in the Top 10 Hotels for…
The pioneering lifestyle hospitality company, Standard International, has now announced that it has secured landmark hotel projects for The Standard brand in both Bangkok and Singapore and…
While many countries are rushing to reopen their borders to international tourists, one of the beloved destinations in Asia, Thailand, is not jumping the bandwagon.
There has always been a small collection of excellent upscale, luxury hotels in the city but the recent addition of big top names such as Waldorf Astoria Bangkok, Hyatt Regency Bangkok,…
With the continued presence of the COVID-19 virus across the world, the concept of domestic travel has become an appealing trend in Thailand for those of us starved of our usual…
PATA is calling upon all industry stakeholders from both the public and private sector to work more closely together towards the recovery of the travel and tourism industry
Maldives Marketing and PR Corporation has announced 146 of its 156 resorts in operation will reopen to guests by the end of October 2020 following health and safety measures
SmallBusinessPrices.co.uk reveals the world’s best cities to take your remote working job as well as the best cities for freelancers amidst the coronavirus.
Thai Vietjet inaugurated its maiden flight from Thailand’s capital airport of Suvarnabhumi to Khon Kaen, the country’s commercial and political centre in the Northeastern region
Following the formation of Siamese and Kew Green Management Company Thailand in a joint venture with Siamese Asset, the company announced seven new hotels in Bangkok - I spoke to Kew Green…
Tourism Authority of Thailand has compiled over 200 of its destination brochures, leaflets, books, maps and media covering all aspects of Thai tourism into one eBook platform to make it easy…
As countries like Vietnam and Thailand ease travel restrictions and look to lead the regional tourism revival in South East Asia, travel agents face...
The Erawan Group forecasts that the domestic tourism and hotel business will be the first to recover from the impact of lockdown measures. With HOP INN Hotels being well-positioned to…
Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) conducted India Luxury Virtual Connect (ILVC), India’s first-ever virtual roadshow, which was designed exclusively for leading travel partners across…
Two out of three Thai travellers have declared their confidence in domestic travel, stating they are in the ‘planning’ phase of their next local trip...
To a sold out gathering of travel and tourism professionals SKAL International Bangkok reconvened after a four month hiatus, with a networking lunch and panel discussion on ‘Restarting…
The Gems Mining Pool Villas Pattaya has appointed Supakit Uasamphanchai as the new general manager and Supa-arpha Itthikaiwan as director of marketing and sales effective…
AirAsia is introducing two domestic cross-region routes: Chiang Mai-Hua Hin and Udon Thani-Hua Hin, to stimulate domestic tourism in Thailand. This would allow getaways to one of…
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has announced the ‘Amazing Thailand Grand Sale 2020 – Non-Stop Shopping’ from 15 July to 15 September 2020, to stimulate tourism spending and help…
Celebrating its new routes in Thailand, Thai Vietjet continues to offer surprises for its passengers with 500,000 special air tickets with fares from as low as THB 50 (USD 1.5). The…
As Covid-19 brought down the world to its knees, it is now time to get back to the ‘new normal’ and start doing business and network alongside. As Thailand opens up hotels and event…
Kew Green Hotels, one of the UK’s leading hotel management companies with over 55 hotels in its portfolio, is expanding into the South East Asia market through a joint venture with…
The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) is collaborating with the Asian Development Bank (ADB) to expand its Crisis Resource Centre (CRC) to provide further aid in the rapid, robust…
Banyan Tree Group’s flagship destination integrated resort - Laguna Phuket has secured and successfully held its first post-COVID event ‘Amazing Thailand Safety and Health Administration…
Centara Hotels & Resorts, Thailand’s leading hotel operator, continues its support of the country’s medical workers with the launch of its ‘10,000 Thanks’ campaign dedicated to the…
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) joined Thai AirAsia for a special activity taking place on the Bangkok-Krabi route on 29-30 June 2020, aimed at rebuilding confidence and…
Supporting domestic tourism, AirAsia presents the ‘AirAsia Unlimited Pass’ for the first time in Thailand, offering a limited number of tickets for only THB 2,999 (USD 96.98) for…
With over 1,000 attendees registered, the PATA Dream to Travel Festival officially began on 22 June 2020. The online event brings together travel trade businesses worldwide to learn,…
Singapore Airlines, which owns 49% of NokScoot, said that the board of directors of Thai affiliate NokScoot have passed a resolution to liquidate the company. Its shareholders will…
Industry expert and respected marketeer David Barrett in discussion with Andrew J Wood on recovering from the impact of the coronavirus on Thailand’s formidable travel and tourism industry.
Right at the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic I was absolutely sure people will only travel again if they feel it is safe to do so in the new Covid-19 world, and when they have the…
In Asia’s first international destination recovery initiative post-COVID-19, the Phuket Hotels Association and global hospitality branding agency QUO have joined forces to craft an…
Banyan Tree Group has opened ORI9IN, the first gourmet organic farm in Chiangmai in Thailand, together with James Noble, two Michelin-star chef-turned- sustainable-farmer of The Boutique…
Continuing to enrich Hua Hin as a well-established vacation destination, Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas Hua Hin prepares to reopen its door again this July. Promising even…
Asia Aviation (AAV) has returned to the SET100 Index while also securing a spot on the Thailand Sustainability Investment Index (SETTHSI) according to an announcement by the Stock…
Amari Pattaya has now unveiled a new offer- 'Honey… we’re moving to Amari Pattaya' – to invite families, couples and individuals to kickstart life in the ‘new normal’ with a series of…
Some of the biggest names in tech across Southeast Asia are set to take part in Techsauce Virtual Summit, which kicks off today. The first-ever online event of its kind was created as a…
Pullman Bangkok King Power recently staged a demonstration of the new Hybrid Meeting in their Eternity Ballroom. Forty-six participants participated in-person, watching a keynote address and…
Hospitality & Retail Systems (HRS) has announced the appointment of Iris Steinmetz to the position of senior director of operations in Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA). After…
Centara Hotels & Resorts, Thailand’s leading hotel operator, has used the recent pause in travel to revamp and revitalise its hotels and resorts, alongside the implementation of…
Accor has awarded the first ALLSAFE label in the world to Novotel Bangkok Sukhumvit 20. The hotel has also been independently certified by The Environmental Health Consultancy (EHC) as…
The Royal Thai Government has approved the fourth phase for easing restrictions on businesses and activities, but kept the Emergency Decree in place to maintain controls on all entries to…
With the appointment of Joanna Gunn as chief brand officer, Rosewood Hotel Group has added strong leadership to the company’s brand, marketing and communications team to support its…
Bangkok Aviation Training Center (BATC) led by Puttipong Prasarttong-Osoth, president of Bangkok Airways and BATC’s management received a Certificate of Training Organisation Approval…
The Heritage Chiang Rai announced the appointment of Surakrai K. Eak as the new general manager. He will lead the hotel’s management team as it prepares for the reopening of the property…
Get your appetite ready as AirAsia Delivery Chiang Mai is bringing some of the airline’s favourite in-flight menu items to your doorstep beginning 8 June onwards.
Director of…
Provided with strict safety procedures and social distancing practices, Bangkok Marriott Hotel The Surawongse is offering a variety of meeting rooms and event spaces, both indoor and…
Outrigger Hospitality Group announced its commitment to providing an elevated standard of cleanliness and safety in preparation for the anticipated re-opening of its beach resort…
The world’s leading authority in sustainable tourism certification, the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC), has signed a strategic agreement with Sustainable First, the recently…
A true iconic landmark of Hua Hin, Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas Hua Hin invites travellers to plan their next holidays right away with its charitable donation package ‘Help the…
Strategies to protect the ecosystem and wildlife for the long-term sustainability of the country are at the core of Tourism Authority of Thailand's (TAT) commitment to responsible…
Having received an overwhelming response for its recently-launched Santan meals delivery service, AirAsia is now taking its in-flight merchandise online, allowing fans in Thailand to buy…
Meliá Koh Samui is launching a raft of stringent health, safety and hygiene measures in the wake of COVID-19, including the appointment of an executive to take charge of the emotional…
The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) announced a new organisational partnership with FeedsFloor, a digital platform that enables clients to create and manage various event-related…
Centara Hotels & Resorts, Thailand’s leading hotel operator, is ramping up its efforts to open its hotels, one step at a time, with the launch of Centara Complete Care. The programme…
Silavadee Pool Spa Resort is ready to welcome back all guests with new measures from 1 June 2020 onwards and introduces flexible and valuable promotions.
The management and operation…
Samujana, a secluded luxury villa estate based on the Thai island of Koh Samui, is among the earliest hospitality businesses to successfully respond to the challenges of travelling…
In preparation for the return of travel, Banyan Tree Group is committed to going the extra mile to ensure a safe sanctuary for both associates and guests. Partnering with Bureau Veritas…
The Thailand government will give up its controlling stake in Thai Airways as it approved a financial restructuring for the cash-strapped airline through bankruptcy protection. The airline…
Meliá Koh Samui has named Phatsalawadee Pimpila as its director of sales and marketing. The Thai hotelier joined the new 159-room and 41-suite resort from Kanda Residences,…
Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has launched a mini-site dedicated to the ‘Amazing Thailand Safety and Health Administration: SHA’ project, that certifies and confirms the readiness…
Centara Hotels & Resorts, Thailand’s leading hotel operator, is raising the bar for original family experiences by announcing the launch of a dedicated kids spa inspired by the…
BANGKOK: Not surprising opposition to another huge government handout to debt-ridden Thai Airways International (THAI) is mounting, as far as public sentiment is concern there is a change…
BANGKOK: Billionaire Dhanin Chearavanont, chairman of Charoen Pokphand, is urging the government to relax lockdown measures and welcome foreign travellers as soon as possible, and turn the…
Bangkok Airways has resumed its domestic flight on Bangkok – Samui twice daily service with enhanced precautionary measures and social distancing practices in compliance with the…
At a time when international travel is not possible for many, One&Only has created an exclusive playlist, curated by celebrities and friends of the brand from around the world to…
In preparation to welcome travellers back to its hotels, resorts and serviced apartments across the Asia-Pacific and to reassure guests who are currently in residence, ONYX Hospitality…
Jonathan Wigley, CEO of the Absolute Hotel Services group, has announced the implementation of new We Care Programme across all properties managed by the group including U Hotels &…
Bill Barnett, the Phuket-based head honcho of C9 Hotelworks, is not someone who needs an introduction to anyone working in the Thai travel industry.
Barnett is a force of nature in…
AirAsia has announced it will be introducing a range of new procedures for essential travel including contactless payments at the airport, contactless kiosks, Passenger Reconciliation System…
Pledging to increase its support to provide over 750 meals a week, as well delivering homemade face shields to the island’s public hospital, the Thai villa estate, Samujana on Koh Samui…
Centara Hotels & Resorts together with Taisei Corporation and Kanden Realty & Development, completed the official ground breaking ceremony and sake dedication, known as…
Thailand’s leading private villa estate, Samujana, has created a wellness series that can help you not only calm your mind but also keep your body active. COVID-19 hasn’t stopped their…
Following last month’s successful release of the ‘Asia Pacific Visitor Forecasts 2020-2024’, complete with updates in response to the current COVID-19 pandemic, the Pacific Asia Travel…
Responding to high demand, AirAsia Thailand is offering popular in-flight choice ‘Boba Tea’ on its delivery menu, pleasing the whole family with a new one litre big size coming alongside…
A new and exciting DMC in the South East Asia region - Travel Exclusive Asia has been launched. The brainchild of tourism industry veterans André van der Marck and Gerben Bloemendaal and…
Dusit International has launched a gift card this week to encourage domestic travellers to stay at its properties when travel opens in within the country.
The ‘Dusit Care Card’ allows…
The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) has announced a new organisational partnership with TCI Research, a leading travel data intelligence agency awarded by the UN World Tourism…
Centara Hotels & Resorts, hotel operator headquartered in Bangkok, has launched ‘Help the Heroes’, a campaign aimed at supporting those in need during the Covid-19 crisis with…
Marriott International in Asia Pacific (excluding Greater China) has launched its 'Community Caregiver Programme' for healthcare workers on the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic.…
In these turbulent times, The Westin Grande Sukhumvit, Bangkok continues to find new ways to support the local community and share its spirit to serve with all of those who may need it.…
THAI Airways International is introducing its THAI Catering chefs signature meal box menu for home delivery. The ‘premium menu meal box’ menu created by THAI Catering’s chefs could be a…
Bangkok Airways will resume domestic flight operations from 15 May 2020 onwards with Bangkok – Samui (round trip) twice daily service to serve passengers in need of travel. All flight…
Marriott International is actively supporting the fight against COVID-19 in Thailand, by joining forces with the Thai Red Cross Society to host a blood donation drive in Bangkok.
This…
Anantara Hotels, Resorts and Spas is implementing sweeping new health and hygiene measures to reassure travellers of a renewed focus on guest wellbeing in the wake of COVID-19.
From…
Thai hoteliers Centara has announced the expansion of its the brand in Vietnam, following the signing of hotel management agreements (HMAs) for two large-scale resorts being developed by…
Chinese tourists may not return soon as a second wave of the outbreak is hitting many key areas, while tour agents in Europe are bypassing summer vacations and starting to offer winter…
Established in 1970 and now observed by more than one billion people across more than 190 countries, World Earth Day presents an opportunity to demonstrate support for environmental…
High-end, experience-driven beachfront retreat, Santiburi Koh Samui has been certified as a 2020 green hotel and recognised as a carbon-neutral resort. Both accolades reflect its deep…
Globally 84% of travellers read online reviews before choosing where to stay when they travel, according to Agoda’s Usage & Attitude Study 2019. The online travel agency, which has…
A pioneer in transformative wellness practices, Chiva-Som in Hua Hin, Thailand, has announced the launch of Chiva-Som Online Wellness Services, to provide support and encourage…
Thai Vietjet will launch a new service linking Bangkok and Haikou in China by late October. The new service will feature in the carrier’s winter season plans for 2020/21 subject to…
2020 marks the 50th anniversary of Earth Day. In honour of this milestone, Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas turns the lens on its sustainability champions with the release of a short…
With the coronavirus wreaking havoc on the global economy, travel has taken a broadside to its fortunes leaving the industry with a catalogue of unanswered questions to about the future. But…
Agoda has introduced EasyCancel that allows participating partner hotels and properties worldwide to offer their guests greater booking flexibility and the option to cancel up to 24…
Centara Hotels & Resorts has launched an initiative to support courageous medical staff by providing complimentary hotel rooms and meals. Centara Grand at CentralWorld in Bangkok has…
Thai Airways International will extend the mileage validity for members of its Royal Orchid Plus (ROP) loyalty programme. To offset the impact of the COVID-19 outbreak on its frequent…
A seasoned professional with two decades of luxury hospitality experience across Europe, North America and Asia has been appointed to the helm of the new nautical-themed beachfront…
As part of its campaign to ‘Bring Thailand to the World... Virtually’, the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has launched an inspiring video series for travellers to experience…
Accor is offering a day-use room package across 10 hotels in Bangkok to guests who need a private office space for the day. Bangkokians who are desperately looking for a spacious…
Bangkok Airways officially signed off as it grounded all services and closed its three owned and managed airports. The airline posted has promised to be back flying after its…
The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) has announced the launch of the PATA Crisis Resource Centre and Tourism Recovery Monitor, a unified platform that provides reliable and…
The Covid-19 crisis has handed Pacific Asia Travel Association’s (PATA) CEO, Mario Hardy, a six-month extension of his work contract to 31 May 2021. He was due to step down on 31…
BANGKOK: As our travel and tourism industry struggles with the ongoing C-19 crisis, with hotels and tourism businesses closing and their teams laid off, the industry is being decimated.…
The Pavilions Hotels & Resorts has launched an enticing competition targeted at content creators around the globe who are at home and looking for an activity to focus their passions…
The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) has opened its 2020 PATA Gold Awards for submissions with several new categories. Submissions must be filed with the association on or before…
Villa de Pranakorn, a boutique hotel in Bangkok’s historic Sam Yot district, has just become a member of Relais & Châteaux, a global luxury hotel and restaurant association. It is…
OYO will offer free rooms at two of its partner hotels for the entire duration of the state of emergency to healthcare practitioners treating Covid-19 cases in Bangkok and Pattaya.…
As a responsible member of the Hua Hin community and a truly iconic resort, Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas Hua Hin is devoting significant resources to its sustainability…
Thanyapura Health and Sports Resort, Phuket is launching daily online fitness classes for people to enjoy for free at home. Available twice-daily, the classes will be led by Thanyapura…
The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) is opening a crisis resource centre to support members with data and research to help them rebuild business once Covid-19 peaks.
Noting that…
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has informed international and domestic tourists that all national parks and forest parks in Thailand are closed to visitors from 25 March until…
Minor International, a global hotel group headquartered in Bangkok, will temporarily suspend operations at some hotels in Thailand, neighbouring Malaysia and Europe.
Group chief…
A talented professional with a passion for leadership and coaching who has won a string of coveted awards during his 20-year career has been named Meliá Koh Samui’s executive chef.…
Bangkok Airways announced temporary closure of lounges at Suvarnabhumi and other airports to prevent the spread and reduce possible risks of exposure to the Novel Coronavirus (Covid-19)…
Thai Airways International (THAI) held its board of directors meeting where it passed a resolution to appoint Chakkrit Parapuntakul, second vice chairman of THAI to be acting president…
Bangkok Airways has added exit screening points using handheld thermoscans at both domestic and international departure halls of its airports in Samui, Sukhothai and Trat.
The…
With a mosaic of ethnic cultures and a topography that lends itself to adrenalised activities, the highlands of Thailand and Laos have long been prime quarry for intrepid adventurers.…
Banyan Tree Holdings (through its wholly-owned subsidiary Banyan Tree Hotels & Resorts) and Myanmar Treasure Hotel & Resort Group Company (better known as Htoo Hospitality)…
Accor has announced the signing of V Villas Phuket. The 24-pool villa resort, which will join the group’s MGallery Hotel Collection, is being developed on a hilltop in Ao Yon Beach,…
Agoda now lists properties for stays of more than 30 days to capitalise on the growing trend of using vacation rentals for long term stays. Available on Agoda Homes, the latest long-term…
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has appointed Vachirachai Sirisumpan as director for its New Delhi Office. Sirisumpan has been with TAT for more than 20 years with extensive…
The Worldwide Travel Report also revealed a 10% rise in family bookings for 2020, and an 8% rise in family bookings which include three generations of a family travelling together.
Montara Hospitality Group (MHG), the Bangkok-based developer behind the luxury resort destination Trisara and Michelin-starred PRU, announced the development of a comprehensive health…
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) and Asia’s largest golf tour operator Golfasian have joined forces to assure golfers that the country is still primed for play.
What’s more,…
Vietjet Thailand announced its latest direct services connecting Udon Thani with Ho Chi Minh city in Vietnam, starting 12 June 2020. To celebrate the new route, more than 300,000…
Insider Journeys has announced the appointment of Gordon Bell as business development manager for international markets. He is a veteran of the travel industry and will focus particularly on…
There are many perks to working in the media wing of the travel industry, including getting the opportunity to meet fascinating, interesting people, travelling the world, getting to stay in…
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) would like to provide the latest update that the Airports of Thailand (AOT) has stepped up its surveillance, prevention and control measures for…
Bangkok Airways recently participated in the signing ceremony of Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on community development collaboration. It aims to support OTOP Inno-Life Tourism…
Destination resort Laguna Phuket will host an exciting new sporting event, The Singha obstacle Trail Run on 2 May 2020. Dubbed ‘Keng’ (meaning -to excel), the race will be Singha’s very…
Data from LGBTQ+ tour specialists TravelGay.com has uncovered the most popular global destinations for gay travellers, with Asian hotspots taking the lion's share of the top ten.
Taking up…
Centara Hotels & Resorts, Thailand’s leading hotel operator, is inviting guests to discover a new era of sophisticated, story-driven hospitality with the launch of Centara Reserve, a…
Spanning all of Soneva’s world-leading resorts in the Maldives and Thailand, Soneva Stars is a new, year-round calendar of acclaimed visiting experts and one-of-a-kind activities,…
Bangkok Airways announced today that it will be enhancing the level of its medical precautions, as the COVID-19 virus continues to spread.
The new directives measures apply to airline…
Khun Veeraphat, a waiter at Sands beachfront restaurant on Koh Samui, made a startling discovery in February when he spotted what appeared to be tracks coming from the sea.
CCTV…
The CEO of Absolute Hotel Services Group, Jonathan Wigley, has announced the appointment of Karan Kaul as the vice president of business development, effective from 2 March.
Kaul will…
Sindhorn Midtown, the flagship property of a stylish new Thai-inspired hospitality brand, has now opened in the heart of Bangkok’s Langsuan neighborhood. Inspired by local artistry and…