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Summary • In the Asia Pacific region, tourism sector offers significant economic boost, but it witnessed a drastic decline in international tourism amid COVID-19. Continue Reading
Headline News »
Zeavola chef becomes a member of the “Disciples Escoffier International”
The association “Disciples Escoffier International” has welcomed the chef of Zeavola Resort, Satya Beeknoo as a member. The worldwide known organization unites a total of… Continue Reading
Early-stage funding rounds dominate APAC VC investment landscape in Q4 2020, finds GlobalData
Early-stage funding rounds (comprising Seed and Series A funding rounds) dominated the venture capital (VC) funding landscape during the fourth quarter (Q4) of 2020 in the… Continue Reading
WTTC says unvaccinated travellers should not be discriminated against
Gloria Guevara, WTTC President & CEO, said: “WTTC wholeheartedly supports the testing on departure of all travellers to ensure passengers can prove they are COVID-19… Continue Reading
Covid-19 drives international Smart Cities market boom with 500 urban areas around the world expected to adopt Digital Twin technology by 2025.
The need to increase resilience and optimise resource management in light of COVID-19 will be among the key drivers for the growth of Digital Twins over the… Continue Reading
Airport »
TAT update: U-Tapao International Airport suspends flights until 31 January 2021
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) would like to provide the latest update on Thai domestic airlines operating out of U-Tapao-Rayong-Pattaya International Airport, as all… Continue Reading
Aviation »
Bangkok Airways announces new operation hours of its three airports (Samui, Sukhothai and Trat) Effective from today – 31 January 2021
Due to the current outbreak of COVID-19 as well as to comply with the Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) on Guidelines for Domestic Flight… Continue Reading
THAI Reassures Rehabilitation Plan can be submitted by the deadline
Mr. Chansin Treenuchagron, Acting President, Thai Airways International Public Company Limited (THAI), revealed that due to the on-going circulation of news regarding the rehabilitation plan… Continue Reading
AirAsia Thailand Receives Tourism Authority of Thailand’s SHA Certification Affirming Robust Health and Safety Standards
AirAsia Thailand, under the management of Thai AirAsia Company Limited, has received Amazing Thailand Safety & Health Administration (SHA) certification from executives of the Tourism… Continue Reading
Thai Vietjet Launches ‘Thailand Power Pass’ for Domestic Services
Following the successful launch of Hat Yai Pass and Northeastern Pass, today, Thai Vietjet further introduces ‘Thailand Power Pass’ – an unlimited flight pass that allows passengers… Continue Reading
Accolades »
Around the World, Six Senses is Recognized for Conservation and Regeneration
For Six Senses Hotels Resorts Spas, sustainable travel is the first step in establishing a collaborative relationship with nature and understanding how operations can fit… Continue Reading
Association »
SKAL Bangkok – February Networking
Dear Members and Travel Industry Friends, Mark your calendars for our first event of the new year. An excellent opportunity to catch up with colleagues old… Continue Reading
Business News »
WTACH and Charitable Travel Unite to Give Back
The World Tourism Association for Culture and Heritage (WTACH) is joining forces with new member Charitable Travel to make it easy for travel consumers to donate to registered charities… Continue Reading
Vietjet lands VND650 billion in bond issue
Vietjet Aviation Joint Stock Company (HoSE:VJC) has raised a total of VND650 billion (approximately US$28 million) from selling 6.5 million bonds which is a result… Continue Reading
Early-stage funding rounds dominate APAC VC investment landscape in Q4 2020, finds GlobalData
Early-stage funding rounds (comprising Seed and Series A funding rounds) dominated the venture capital (VC) funding landscape during the fourth quarter (Q4) of 2020 in the… Continue Reading
Food & Beverage »
Siam Kempinski Hotel Bangkok presents ‘Afternoon Tea at Kempinski – Solo Harp Edition by Madame Wang’
Experience a classic afternoon tea in an enchanting musical setting at Siam Kempinski Hotel Bangkok’s magnificent lobby, showcasing solo harpist Madame Wang, performing melodious harp… Continue Reading
Festive Feel-Good Mushroom and Truffle Soup with Blue Diamond Almond Breeze®
Blue Diamond Growers, a US almond-growing agricultural cooperative in California, is gifting Thai customers with a bowlful of healthy luxury with a smooth and velvety Blue Diamond… Continue Reading
Nut Walker offers 99 Baht New Year Celebration Promotion
Nut Walker, premium nut snacks brand under Heritage Group celebrates Happy New Year with 3 products from Nut Walker, which are Mixed Nuts Natural Toasted & Salted 150g, Mixed… Continue Reading
Sunkist introduces special promotion for banana lovers
Sunkist premium pistachio nuts and pistachio milk brand by Heritage Group special promotion for banana lovers with this delicious Sunkist banana puree flavor packed with… Continue Reading
Covid 19 Updates »
Razer Unveils Smart Mask And Gaming Chair Concept Designs At CES 2021
Razer™, the leading global lifestyle brand for gamers, today announced two new concept designs for CES 2021; Project Hazel, the world’s smartest and most socially… Continue Reading
To catch the most COVID-19 cases, testing policies should vary based on demand, study finds
With months to go in the mass rollout of COVID-19 vaccines, testing is still critical to control the surging pandemic. Yet with testing capacity still… Continue Reading
Pak 2020 Consumer Research Explores a Very Different World with COVID-19 and the Food Safety–Environment Dilemma
Tetra Pak, a world-leading food processing and packaging solutions company, unveils findings from its global research study, in partnership with Ipsos, showing that food safety is… Continue Reading
WTTC says unvaccinated travellers should not be discriminated against
Gloria Guevara, WTTC President & CEO, said: “WTTC wholeheartedly supports the testing on departure of all travellers to ensure passengers can prove they are COVID-19… Continue Reading
Centara Ao Nang Beach Resort & Spa Krabi
Located at the quieter end of Ao Nang Beach – yet moments away from local eateries and bars, Centara Ao Nang Beach Resort & Spa… Continue Reading
CSR and Responsible Tourism »
Indorama Ventures’ Recycled Fibers used for PPE Coveralls by the Dental Council of Thailand
Indorama Ventures Public Company Limited (IVL), a global chemical producer, together with 101 True Digital Park, Bangkok Hospital, BITEC, Esplanade Cineplex Ngamwongwan-Khae Rai, Major Cineplex, Michelin Thailand, Panyapiwat… Continue Reading
Convention Bureau »
Secutech introduces digital platform to run alongside April 2021 exhibition
To accommodate the needs of overseas participants, Secutech is launching an online platform to supplement its 23rd edition. ‘Secutech hybrid’, is the new digital platform that… Continue Reading
Around Thailand »
TAT Update: Attractions at Thai National Parks close temporarily
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) would like to provide the latest update on the summary of national parks in Thailand that are temporarily closed… Continue Reading
Dining Out / Take Away »
Centara Grand at CentralWorld offer meal boxes right to your doorsteps for only THB 88 net!
Centara Grand at CentralWorld has put together a special food delivery menu consisting of Thai & Western comfort foods – starting today for only THB 88… Continue Reading
Elements Artisanal Bread Box Offers Take-Away Delights
Creature comforts don’t come better than freshly baked bread warm from the oven and now the Elements Bread Box is available for you to enjoy… Continue Reading
The Pizza Company makes a comeback with the new “New York Pizza XXXL” and introduces “Ice – Paris”, the first XXXL pizza brand ambassador in Thailand.
The Pizza Company launched the new “New York Pizza XXXL” with 4 tantalizing toppings that have been prepared with the identity of authentic New York… Continue Reading
Events »
SKAL Bangkok – February Networking
Dear Members and Travel Industry Friends, Mark your calendars for our first event of the new year. An excellent opportunity to catch up with colleagues old… Continue Reading
Hotel Deals »
Stay Longer & Save at Sheraton Grande Sukhumvit, a Luxury Collection Hotel
Sheraton Grande Sukhumvit, a Luxury Collection Hotel, long-stay guests at the hotel can now benefit from outstanding rates. Continue Reading
Thai Residents Invited To Kickstart 2021 With A Spectacular Staycation At Phi Phi Island Village Beach Resort
Phi Phi Island Village Beach Resort, the chic and sustainable retreat in southern Thailand, is inviting local residents to start the new year in style… Continue Reading
Join the COMO Bubble for a Long Stay Hit of Thai Summer Sun
With the new 60-day tourist visa recently launched to restart the Thai tourism economy, COMO Hotels and Resorts have introduced the COMO Bubble, designed for… Continue Reading
Get the best exclusive deal for staying at Centara – “The Place to be”
Running from now until 30 June 2021, Centara Grand at CentralWorld is offering you the chance to enjoy Centara – “The Place to be” in… Continue Reading
Hotel Feature »
Centara Grand & Bangkok Convention Centre at CentralWorld
Centara Grand & Bangkok Convention Centre at CentralWorld is in the very heart of Bangkok’s shopping and business district, with easy access by road and… Continue Reading
Zeavola chef becomes a member of the “Disciples Escoffier International”
The association “Disciples Escoffier International” has welcomed the chef of Zeavola Resort, Satya Beeknoo as a member. The worldwide known organization unites a total of… Continue Reading
Hotel News »
Anantara Siam Experience Delivered To Your Doorstep
Recreate the Anantara Siam Bangkok dining experience at home or in the office with our delivery and take-away offer. Continue Reading
Chatrium Hospitality signs contract to manage Maitria Mode Sukhumvit 15 Bangkok – A Chatrium Collection
Chatrium hospitality is proud to have signed a management contract to operate a new Maitria hotel in Bangkok, Maitria Mode Sukhumvit 15 Bangkok – A… Continue Reading
Pullman Khao Lak Resort Launches “Workation” Programme To Let Guests Stay Productive In Paradise
Pullman Khao Lak Resort, the brand new beachfront retreat in southern Thailand’s pristine Phang Nga province, is inviting Thai residents to bring their office to… Continue Reading
Mövenpick Bdms Wellness Resort Bangkok And Bangkok Hospital Open Their Successful “Alternative State Quarantine” Programme To Thai Residents And Local Expats
The highly-respected Bangkok Hospital and Mövenpick BDMS Wellness Resort Bangkok are giving local residents the opportunity to experience the safety and seclusion of their Alternative… Continue Reading
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Radisson Hotel Group rises above challenges to add 84 new hotels across Asia Pacific in 2020
Radisson Hotel Group overcame significant global challenges in 2020 to expand its portfolio of properties in Asia Pacific, with the addition of 84 exceptional new hotels… Continue Reading
Marriott International Signs Milestone Branded Residential Project
Marriott International, Inc. today announced a milestone agreement with Vietnam-based real estate firm Masterise Homes to develop a dual-branded residential and officetel project in Ho… Continue Reading
Health and Wellness »
How Head Massage Can Help With Migraines
It is well known that a massage is the best way to relieve stress and it can help relieve any kind of tension in the… Continue Reading
6 Surprising Benefits of Daily Yoga Practice
You may have heard of the many health benefits of yoga practice and may have a question of whether yoga is as good as it… Continue Reading
7 Stretching Exercises for Office Syndrome You Can Do Anywhere
If you work in an office environment, chances are that you suffer from work-related disorders. You might think that physical labor is harder on the… Continue Reading
Prudential Launches New Research that Underscores Critical Role of Technology in Improving Healthcare in Asia
Prudential Corporation Asia (Prudential) today released The Pulse of Asia – The Health of Asia Barometer, a report written by The Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU)… Continue Reading
Hotel Dining »
Live The Suite Life With Anantara Siam Private Dining
Anantara Siam invites guests for an incognito private dining experience in the comfort and seclusion of an Anantara Siam suite. From Biscotti to Madison, Shintaro… Continue Reading
OTA News »
Airbnb reveals Most Wish Listed Stays and Most Booked Online Experiences in Thailand in 2020
Although people spent extended periods of time indoors in 2020, it didn’t stop them dreaming about travel. Thailand remained high on travellers’ wish lists with this stunning… Continue Reading
Resort News »
Discover A Heavenly “Home Away From Home” At Pimalai, Thailand’s Most Inspiring Extended-Stay Retreat
Pimalai Resort & Spa, the authentic and natural five-star sanctuary on Koh Lanta, is giving Thai residents the opportunity to take an extended break from… Continue Reading
Villa M– Living In A Tropical Paradise Sustainability, Conservation, Protection are an integral part in everything we do.
Villa M loves all things green and has a dedicated green philosophy in everything we do, sustaining, conserving and protecting Koh Samui ‘s remarkable natural… Continue Reading
Restaurant Dining »
Cupid Cooks Up Valentine’s Day Delights at The Okura Prestige Bangkok
Romance knows no limits at The Okura Prestige Bangkok this Valentine’s Day with special dishes at Michelin-starred Elements Restaurant and a stunning international buffet at… Continue Reading
Technology »
Preferred Hotels & Resorts renews successful strategic partnership with Sabre to fuel future growth
Sabre Corporation a leading software and technology provider powering the global travel industry, and Preferred Hotels & Resorts today announced the renewal of their strategic partnership… Continue Reading
Jeju Air and Sabre affirm long-term relationship as the carrier ramps up route resumption
Sabre Corporation a leading software and technology provider that powers the global travel industry, has announced the renewal of its long-term distribution partnership with Korea’s… Continue Reading
Fetch.ai Brings Autonomous AI Travel Agents to 770,000 Hotels
Fetch.ai (https://fetch.ai/), a Cambridge-based artificial intelligence lab building an open-access decentralized machine learning network for smart infrastructure, announced today the launch of Autonomous AI Travel… Continue Reading
CASETiFY Joins Forces with Disney for a Magical Collection
Global lifestyle brand CASETiFY is turning to Disney for its latest series of co-branded tech accessories. Continue Reading
Trade Events »
PATA set to organise Virtual PATA Annual Summit 2021
The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) today announced that the PATA Annual Summit (PAS) 2021 will take place online from April 27-29. Continue Reading
Photo »
Sizzler celebrates National Children’s Day with adventure kid menus delivered to your front door.
Sizzler is celebrating the National Children’s Day in 2021, serving delicious and fun food for the youngsters to enjoy during the period with 2 gift… Continue Reading