An update from our CEO – Announcing Centara Complete Care Programme
Over the past few weeks, we have seen the beginnings of a return to some form of normality – or should I say a “new normal” – around… Continue Reading
Headline News »
Upswing in travel costs can lead to a slow recovery of tourism industry post-COVID-19, says GlobalData
According to COVID-19 consumer survey, 59% of respondents globally are always or often influenced by how well a product aligns with their financial constraints. Continue Reading
Covid-19 and tourism: can domestic travel address the slump in emerging markets?
With the coronavirus pandemic causing the closure of national borders and the suspension of international travel, governments in emerging markets have begun to explore whether… Continue Reading
Domestic markets could offer struggling tourism companies a lifeline, says GlobalData
With a total 80% of consumers surveyed* claiming they are extremely or quite concerned about the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, a large proportion of the population… Continue Reading
Sansiri pioneers as the first company in Thailand to sign up to the ‘UN Global Standards of Conduct for Business’, championing diversity and inclusion for the LGBTI community
Sansiri announced today that it has become the first Thai company to commit to greater LGBTI rights by signing up to the United Nations Global Standards of… Continue Reading
Aviation »
THAI Flies Stranded Thais Home from Italy
Sqn. Ldr. Anirute Sangrit, Vice President, Flight Operations Department, Thai Airways International Public Company Limited (THAI), and Head of THAI Operations Control Center (TOCC), said… Continue Reading
THAI Flies Stranded Thais in France and Australia Home
Sqn. Ldr. Anirute Sangrit, Vice President, Flight Operations Department, Thai Airways International Public Company Limited (THAI), and Head of THAI Operations Control Center (TOCC), said… Continue Reading
Association »
PATA and FeedsFloor sign organisational partnership
The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) is pleased to announce a new organisational partnership with FeedsFloor, a digital platform that enables clients to create and manage various event-related… Continue Reading
Business News »
Global tourism & leisure industry deals total $4.86bn in April 2020
Total tourism & leisure industry deals for April 2020 worth $4.86bn were announced globally, according to GlobalData’s deals database. Continue Reading
Funding Societies raises 1.3Bn Baht, plans to enter Thailand
Funding Societies, Southeast Asia’s largest SME digital financing platform, has recently completed a Series C funding commitment of 1.3 billion baht. Continue Reading
Asia-Pacific deal activity declines during the week ended 24 May, says GlobalData
A total of 300 deals were announced in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region during the week ended 24 May 2020, which is a decrease of 9.1%… Continue Reading
Upswing in travel costs can lead to a slow recovery of tourism industry post-COVID-19, says GlobalData
According to COVID-19 consumer survey, 59% of respondents globally are always or often influenced by how well a product aligns with their financial constraints. Continue Reading
Bites and Blends »
Nature’s Sensation encourages a healthy breakfast with “Sensation Granola”
Nature’s Sensation, a wide variety of fine dried fruits and natural juices brand under Heritage Group encourages a healthy breakfast for consumers with “Sensation Granola”, a premium grains… Continue Reading
Covid 19 Updates »
Five important tips for car owners during COVID-19
Handy tips from Nissan to help car owners protect and maintain the condition and value of their vehicles during COVID-19 restrictions Continue Reading
Smart grid facilitates grid flexibility and resilience amid the COVID-19 outbreak, says GlobalData
Smart grids have, so far, ensured grid resilience successfully to the extent that no major grid reliability issues have been reported during the pandemic. Continue Reading
Nature Is Booming At Pimalai Resort & Spa
Iconic luxury Thai resort Pimalai Resort & Spa is a serene sanctuary where guests can feel completely at peace in their private surroundings. Harmless animals… Continue Reading
CSR and Responsible Tourism »
Michelin’s CO2 reduction targets approved by SBTi*
The Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) has approved Michelin Group’s CO2 emissions reduction targets. Continue Reading
Destination Bangkok »
Greater Bangkok’s Fifteen Million Residents Set Tone in Thailand’s Domestic Tourism Reopening
Thailand’s domestic tourism reopening is shaping up to see Bangkok as the hub for an early return of daytrips, staycations and inter-provincial road trips. Continue Reading
Destination Laguna Phuket »
Laguna Resorts & Hotels Sets Up LagunaJobs.com in Response to COVID-19 Challenges
Laguna Resorts & Hotels (LRH), Asia’s first integrated destination resort developer, has created a unique flexible employment platform – LagunaJobs.com which will be established in… Continue Reading
Dining Out / Take Away »
Yamazato Starts Takeaway Service & La Pâtisserie is Back!
The Okura Prestige Bangkok has announced that its MICHELIN Plate restaurant Yamazato will offer a takeaway menu and delivery service and that its bakery shop,… Continue Reading
An iconic American restaurant brand ‘Big Boy’ Is Now Available For Delivery In Bangkok
Destination Group, Asia’s leading hospitality operator, today introduces ‘Big Boy’ – One of America’s most beloved burgers brands to Thailand as it’s available for delivery… Continue Reading
Authentic Japanese cuisine from Yamazato at your home
Master Chef Shigeru Hagiwara at Michelin Plate restaurant Yamazato introduces a menu that you can order to enjoy in the comfort of your own home.… Continue Reading
Exhibitions »
Taiwan and Bangladesh Exhibitor Pavilions at CEBIT ASEAN Thailand – ASEAN’s key B2B platform for Tech and Digital Industry
CEBIT ASEAN Thailand 2020 is welcoming the participation of exhibitors from Taiwan and Bangladesh, joining the other leading companies and brands to showcase their latest… Continue Reading
Golf »
Vietnam golf scene on road to recovery, say country’s leading clubs
Two of Vietnam’s leading clubs, The Bluffs Ho Tram Strip and Laguna Golf Lang Co, are backing the nation to reassert its reputation as one… Continue Reading
Hotel Packages »
Holiday Inn Bangkok Silom offers Holiday Escape Room Voucher
Enjoy the best experience of Bangkok when you check into the Holiday Inn Bangkok Silom, where comfort and convenience come first with Special holiday Escape Room Voucher… Continue Reading
Renaissance Bangkok Ratchaprasong Launched Summer Dreaming Promotion
Renaissance Bangkok Ratchaprasong Hotel is delighted to launch the Summer Dreaming promotion for you to enjoy a sensational city staycation in downtown Bangkok. Continue Reading
“Buy Now, Staycation Later” at Mövenpick BDMS Wellness Resort, The Only Green Retreat In Downtown Bangkok
Mövenpick BDMS Wellness Resort, a health-focused retreat in downtown Bangkok, is inviting Thai residents to buy their preferred voucher packages now at discounted rates from… Continue Reading
Bonus to buy and earn extra credits at Le Meridien Koh Samui Resort & Spa
Le Meridien Koh Samui Resort & Spa unveils voucher sale with up to 50% off and flexibility to book stays until end of 2020. Continue Reading
Hotel News »
OYO launches Sanitised Stay in Thailand
As movement control protocols are eased, OYO Hotels & Homes is rolling out its Sanitised Stay with minimal touch programme in Thailand from today. Under… Continue Reading
Fresh, Premium Fare Now Conveniently Available At “Rosewood Bangkok On The Move Drive- Through”
Rosewood Bangkok debuts “Rosewood Bangkok On The Move Drive-Through,” a luxury drive-through concept offering quality produce, butchery, artisanal sauces, freshly baked bread, delectable pastries and… Continue Reading
Centara Unveils “Centara Complete Care” Programme as it Introduces Rigorous Standards in Health and Safety
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 is aimed… Continue Reading
An update from our CEO – Announcing Centara Complete Care Programme
Over the past few weeks, we have seen the beginnings of a return to some form of normality – or should I say a “new normal” – around… Continue Reading
Health and Wellness »
Banyan Tree Hotels & Resorts Launches SAFE SANCTUARY, an Integrated Health and Wellbeing Programme Globally
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. Continue Reading
Hotel Dining »
Delivery of Superb Authentic Italian Cuisine from “No.43 Italian Bistro” at Cape House Hotel, Bangkok
No.43 Italian Bistro at Cape House, Langsuan, Bangkok, one of Bangkok’s premier Italian restaurants, is delighted to offer additional new dishes for delivery. Enjoy the… Continue Reading
Praya Kitchen to Re-open on 29 May 2020
Get ready to indulge in an unlimited Thai and international dishes as Praya Kitchen, an authentic Thai restaurant at Bangkok Marriott Hotel The Surawongse is… Continue Reading
A Delicious Variety Of International Tapas
If you love a variety of finger food, we have the dining experience for you! At Cuisine Unplugged, on the 1st floor of Pullman Bangkok… Continue Reading
Luxury Hotel News »
Four Seasons Tented Camp Golden Triangle Introduces Forest Bathing
Nested in the bamboo jungles of Northern Thailand, Four Seasons Tented Camp Golden Triangle is a magical escape from reality, offering privacy, seclusion and an intimate encounter… Continue Reading
Four Seasons Resort Chiang Mai Goes Virtual This Global Wellness Day
A haven of well-being in the beautiful countryside of Northern Thailand, Four Seasons Resort Chiang Mai invites guests to celebrate Global Wellness Day on June… Continue Reading
Lifestyle »
Michelin’s CO2 reduction targets approved by SBTi*
The Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) has approved Michelin Group’s CO2 emissions reduction targets. Continue Reading
Youth With You Finale Ready to Hit Off, BLACKPINK LISA Hot in Special Collaborative Show
Youth With You just officially aired its Collaborative Performance. Leading contestants partnered up with Youth Producers’ Representative KUN, the show’s Mentor Squad, and winners from… Continue Reading
Nuts on-the-go! Nut Walker introduces 4 healthy nuts to eat in traffic
As Bangkok has now begun reopening the economies, most of the workforces are filling back into the city. The ever-present rush hour in Bangkok is… Continue Reading
Sunkist offers special deal of pistachio milk for online customers
Sunkist, premium pistachio nuts and pistachio milk brand under Heritage Group promotes online shopping with a special deal of Sunkist Pistachio Milk, available in Three flavors;… Continue Reading
Motoring »
inDriver Resumes Operations in Phuket, Pattaya and Chiang Mai
inDriver has resumed its operations and in-app services in the city of Phuket, Pattaya and Chiang Mai following the announcement by the Centre for COVID-19… Continue Reading
Rolls-Royce Motor Cars: Achieving Perfection On Every Scale
Sir Henry Royce once said, “Small things make perfection, but perfection is no small thing.” It is in this vein that Rolls-Royce Motor Cars presents… Continue Reading
Volvo Car Thailand launches the biggest promotion of the year Amazing benefits for customers valued up to 900,000 baht!
Volvo Car (Thailand) has launched its most amazing promotion of the year, giving benefits, worth up to 900,000 baht, to customers on various popular Volvo… Continue Reading
Meeting Venues »
Anantara Announces Extension of ‘Stay with Peace of Mind’ Programme To Include MICE Facilities
As the world begins to reopen, and colleagues, families and friends start to reconnect and look to the future, Anantara announces the extension of its… Continue Reading
OTA News »
Hotelbeds to launch ‘Safe Stay’ to support industry
Hotelbeds , the world’s leading bedbank, has announced plans to launch ‘Safe Stay’ in the coming weeks to help support the recovery of the travel industry. Continue Reading
Expedia Thailand Travel Search Results Soar Following Latest Easing of Lockdown Phase
COVID-19 has put a halt in travel the way this world had never seen before. Travel plans cancelled, airlines temporarily discontinued services, hotels paused operations,… Continue Reading
Expedia Q1 results further demonstrate vacation rentals may lead the path to recovery, says GlobalData
Johanna Bonhill-Smith, Travel & Tourism Analyst at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, offers her view: Continue Reading
Residential »
Sansiri puts customers’ health and safety first with convenient services, solutions and promotions in defiance of the pandemic, posting record sales of US$340 million in Q1 2020
Sansiri Public Company Limited, Thailand’s leading full-service real estate developer, has been in the forefront of putting the safety of its employees, customers, partners and community first… Continue Reading
MQDC Believes in Thai Economy, Continuing All Projects and Preparing to Launch “THE FORESTIAS” Megaproject Worth THB125bn at Start of 2021
Mr Visit Malaisirirat, CEO of Magnolia Quality Development Corporation Limited (MQDC), said that MQDC has experienced rapid growth through its clear project development strategy, especially… Continue Reading
Resort News »
Nature Is Booming At Pimalai Resort & Spa
Iconic luxury Thai resort Pimalai Resort & Spa is a serene sanctuary where guests can feel completely at peace in their private surroundings. Harmless animals… Continue Reading
Outrigger LIVE Streams Award-Winning Hawaiian Music Nightly
As the world takes a pause on travel, Outrigger Resorts is now bringing the music of Hawaii to homes around the world with nightly jam sessions from… Continue Reading
A Taste of Six Senses On Resort and At Home Around the world in 80 ingredients, with love from the Chefs
It is (always) a busy time of year for the culinary, garden and landscape teams at Six Senses Hotels Resorts Spas. As a brand that champions… Continue Reading
Samujana’s Commitment to Cleanliness, Leveraging Technology
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… Continue Reading
Shopping »
UNIQLO Launches Billie Eilish x Takashi Murakami UT Collection Available Now On Online Stores and In Stores on May 29
Global apparel retailer UNIQLO launches the Billie Eilish by Takashi Murakami UT collection today on online stores and will be available in stores from May… Continue Reading
Technology »
Razer Gigantus V2 – Go Big Or Go Home
WHO: Razer, the world’s leading lifestyle brand for gamers. Continue Reading
Singapore Travel Platform Startup IKO.Travel Offers Technology And Booking Platform At No Cost To Destinations
Singapore-based travel tech start-up, iko.travel, is providing a solution to the industry during some of its darkest days in generations by offering its technology and booking… Continue Reading
Lenovo makes work on the go smarter and lighter with the new IdeaPad Slim 3
Lenovo (HKSE: 992) (ADR: LNVGY), the world’s leading PC and smart device manufacturer, announced an availability of the new IdeaPad™ Slim 3 in Thailand, engineered for those who… Continue Reading
News from TAT »
Thailand launches certification scheme to enhance tourism health and hygiene standards
Thailand’s tourism and health authorities have teamed up to launch a unique certification scheme aimed to prepare the Thai tourism industry for the recovery period and… Continue Reading