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Asia’s youngest blockchain entrepreneur steals show at Techsauce Global Summit

Megha Paul Jun 24, 2019

One of the ASEAN region’s youngest entrepreneurs, KIDLetCoin CEO and co-founder, 10-year-old Kaede Takenaka, spoke about blockchain and cryptocurrencies at this year’s Techsauce Global…

Hotels

Hot hotel openings: MGallery relives the Samurai era and more

Christian Tolentino May 10, 2019

On this week’s hot hotels round-up — we’re mixing it up with newly-launched properties in Kyoto, Venice, Bangkok and Zhanjiang.

Hotels

The Ritz-Carlton to debut in Bangkok’s premium lifestyle district

Christian Tolentino Apr 29, 2019

Marriott International has signed a deal to open its first Ritz-Carlton property in Thailand’s capital, scheduled to open in 2023.

Hospitality

Review: The Royal Orchid Sheraton Hotel & Towers Bangkok

Alastair Newport Oct 11, 2018

Standing proudly on the bank of the Chao Phraya River, the 28 storey hotel with its clever Y-shaped construction, giving every single room a view of the Thai capital’s famous water way, The…

Food & Drink

The Westin Grande Sukhumvit, Bangkok hosts Food Photography Workshop

Christian Tolentino Sep 17, 2018

As a gesture to its B2B customers in the Rewarding Events Loyalty programme, The Westin Grande Sukhumvit, Bangkok has hosted an exclusive Food Photography Workshop.

Thailand

Review: Tinidee Hotel@Bangkok Golf Club

Alastair Newport Sep 10, 2018

With the rebirth and relaunch of Bangkok Golf Spa Resort as the Tinidee Hotel@Bangkok Golf Club back in May of this year, owned by MBK Hotel and Tourism (MBKHT), has been transformed into a…

Hotels

Bangkok “best city to launch” Waldorf Astoria in SE Asia, says Hilton VP

Alastair Newport Sep 3, 2018

Last week saw the launch of the Waldorf Astoria Bangkok and in order to learn a little more about the hotly anticipated opening – probably the biggest in Bangkok this year.

Hospitality

Akaryn launches luxury multi-location family holidays in Thailand

Alastair Newport Jul 26, 2018

Boutique resort specialist Akaryn Hotel Group has come up with a new way for family groups to discover Thailand with a collection of ‘stress-free’ trips, in Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Hua Hin and…

Airlines

Osaka Castle to Ha Long Bay in half a day: Vietjet launches new route

Alastair Newport Jun 21, 2018

Roll up, roll up! Vietnamese low cost carrier (LCC) Vietjet is celebrating two new routes by releasing tickets for one million flights for free.

Attractions & Tours

Back-Roads Touring leads expansion into Asia with eight new itineraries

Alastair Newport Apr 18, 2018

British based group-tour specialists Back-Roads Touring has started a new chapter in its 25 year history by branching out from its traditional stamping grounds in the United Kingdom and…

Air

Which carrier has Oman Air just signed its second Thai codeshare with?

Alastair Newport Apr 2, 2018

Oman Air announced the development of its Asia Pacific network this week when it released details of its new codeshare agreement with Bangkok Airways. The agreement, which went into action…

Hotels

Why “success is never final” at Bangkok Marriott Marquis Queen’s Park

Alastair Newport Mar 22, 2018

Bob Fabiano first joined Marriott back in 1972, and in that time he made his way up the company ranks, travelled the world, and worked in five continents. Now in his capacity as GM Bangkok…

Features

MICE advice: The top four Bangkok hotels you need to know

Alastair Newport Mar 21, 2018

When it comes to MICE locations BKK is spoilt for choice but deciding which is the right venue, to make your gala luncheon go with pop or and trade show snap, can be more than a little time…

Appointments

Capella makes a splash on Chao Phraya with new hotel, new GM

Jocelyn Feb 1, 2018

Capella Hotel and Resorts makes its debut in the Thai market by announcing both the Capella Bangkok and its new general manager, John Blanco.

Tourism

World’s top tourist city receives staggering numbers over New Year

Alastair Newport Jan 3, 2018 17

The world’s most popular visitor destination, Bangkok, attracted more than 780,000 visitors over the festive 2017 New Year period, an increase of 30 percent from last year with over 50…

ConsumerFood & Drink

Quench your thirst at Beer Republic

Jocelyn Dec 19, 2017 8

Thai nationals and expatriates alike can now look forward to an enjoyable – if slightly irreverent – destination for socialising and unwinding with the recent opening of Beer Republic at one…

Hotels

New Beginnings for the Athenee Hotel

Alastair Newport Sep 17, 2017

Having undergone a complete transformation, Plaza Athénée Bangkok, A Royal Méridien has now emerged as The Athenee Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Bangkok. Inspired by the life and…

Attractions & Tours

Bangkok to erect Southeast Asia’s highest tower

Alastair Newport Sep 13, 2017

459-metre-high tower will rank 6th among the world's tallest towers

HotelsEvents

Constellation of Michelin Stars: SO Amazing Chefs 2017

Alastair Newport Sep 12, 2017

So Amazing Chefs 2017 At So Sofitel Bangkok returns for its sixth year, this September, bringing with it 12 Michelin starred chefs for a week of gastronomic festivities.

HotelsTourism

Delectable Vegetable Specials For Jai Festival

Alastair Newport Sep 12, 2017

Renaissance Bangkok Ratchaprasong Hotel invites everyone to join in the celebration at the city's ever-popular “Jai Festival”, when the hotel will introduce a sumptuous range of…

Hotels

Where to Stay: new hotels from Hyatt, Mandarin Oriental, Avani and more

Mark Elliott Aug 24, 2017

Grand Hyatt Changsha Location: In a 61-story tower overlooking Xiang River on Xiangjiang Road in Changsha, the capital of Hunan province Grade: Luxury Keys: 354 Facilities: Five…

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