Destination Thailand News

Minor Hotels, an international hotel owner, operator and investor from Thailand, has won an unprecedented number of accolades recognising exceptional architecture, design and guest...

Hilton Recognized as Top Hospitality Company to Work for in the Philippines for the second consecutive year

Accolades Chisa Boonmee - March 24, 2023

Hilton Asia’s fastest-growing hospitality company, has been honored once again for its outstanding workplace culture in the Philippines by global research and consulting firm...

‘Most Valuable Creators Award 2022’ announced by Trip.com

Accolades Chisa Boonmee - March 24, 2023

Trip.com, the global travel agency, is pleased to announce the winners of its ‘Most Valuable Creator’s Award 2022’. This award recognises the outstanding contributions of...

Hilton Recognized as Top Hospitality Company to Work for in the Philippines for the second consecutive year

Accolades Chisa Boonmee - March 24, 2023

Hilton Asia’s fastest-growing hospitality company, has been honored once again for its outstanding workplace culture in the Philippines by global research and consulting firm...

Telehouse partners with JasTel aiming to be the leading interconnectivity in Thailand

Business News Chisa Boonmee - March 24, 2023

Telehouse, one of the world's leading data centers providers, aiming to create the best ecosystem for interconnectivity in the region, partners with JasTel Network...

Thaiwatsadu by Central Retail, projects hardline business unit strong growth of 15% in 2023

Business News Chisa Boonmee - March 24, 2023

The ambitious plan of Thaiwatsadu, a leading retailer of construction materials and home furnishing products under the Central Retail Group (CRC), is to add...

The Sustainable Hospitality Alliance explores merger with GREEN Hospitality to accelerate sustainable hospitality in Asia-Pacific

Business News Chisa Boonmee - March 24, 2023

A merger is being considered by the Sustainable Hospitality Alliance and GREEN Hospitality (Pangaia Solutions Limited), to combine GREEN Hospitality’s reach and experience in...

Experience a Stress-Free Journey with AXA Smart Traveller Plus

Business News Chisa Boonmee - March 21, 2023

Let AXA Thailand General Insurance help you plan and prepare for your travels with confidence and peace of mind. As the world recovers from the...

Starbucks and McDonald’s maintain dominance as the world’s most valuable restaurant brands

Business News Chisa Boonmee - March 21, 2023

Starbucks extends lead, remaining most valuable restaurant brand for 7th consecutive year, widening gap on McDonald’s Starbucks (brand value up 17% to $53.4 billion) has cemented its...

Regent Seven Seas Cruises® Announces New 154-Night 2026 World Cruise

Cruise Chisa Boonmee - March 17, 2023

Beckoning to curious and adventurous travellers, Regent Seven Seas Cruises®, the world’s leading luxury ocean cruise line, has unveiled its longest World Cruise to...

Regent Seven Seas Cruises® Unveils ‘Epicurean Perfection’

Cruise Chisa Boonmee - March 10, 2023

Today, Regent Seven Seas Cruises®, the world’s leading luxury ocean cruise line, unveiled immersive new culinary programming - Epicurean Perfection - inspiring culinary exploration and experiences with a...

Godmother of Oceania Cruises’ Vista

Cruise Chisa Boonmee - March 10, 2023

Oceania Cruises, the world’s leading culinary- and destination-focused cruise line, has named celebrated Italian-American chef, author, restaurateur and Emmy Award-winning food personality Giada De...

Norwegian Cruise Line Announces Three Ships for Asia Pacific

Cruise Chisa Boonmee - March 10, 2023

Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL), the innovator in global cruise travel with a 56-year history of breaking boundaries, today announced that for the very first...

Oceania Cruises Showcases The Natural Wonders Of Alaska’s “Last Frontier” From A New Perspective With Authentic, Locally Curated Travel Experiences Led By Community Members

Cruise Chisa Boonmee - February 24, 2023

Oceania Cruises, the world’s leading culinary- and destination-focused cruise line, offers an abundance of immersive experiences in “The Last Frontier,” embedding travellers in the...

Conferences

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Skål Asia Congress 2023 – Bali Set To Be The Best

Conferences Chisa Boonmee - March 17, 2023

Skål International Bali is proud to announce the upcoming Skål Asia Congress 2023 (SAAC 2023) will be held from 1-4 June 2023, at the...

Skål Asia Congress Bali 2023: Your Gateway to Tourism Success

Conferences Supaporn Pholrach (Joom) - March 17, 2023

Bali, Indonesia - Skål International Bali has announced that it will host the Skål Asia Congress 2023 (SAAC 2023) from 1-4 June 2023 at...

Skål Asia Congress: Driving Sustainable Tourism Growth in Bali

Conferences Supaporn Pholrach (Joom) - March 7, 2023

Skål Asia, the global tourism network, is set to host its annual Asia Congress at the luxurious Merusaka Hotel from June 1-4, 2023. This...

Langkawi announced as host destination for Routes Asia 2024

Conferences Chisa Boonmee - February 21, 2023

Routes Asia, which is held in a different location each year, brings together airlines, airports and tourism authorities to drive Asia Pacific’s air service...

Industry Leaders Debate The Future Of Hospitality

Conferences Supaporn Pholrach (Joom) - January 20, 2023

Thailand’s most significant annual tourism and hospitality event brings 800 delegates together for a fast-paced half-day show at Conrad Bangkok. Thailand Tourism Forum Pushes...

Convention Bureau

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ASEAN Tourism Ministers Approve Professional Standards to Strengthen MICE

Convention Bureau Supaporn Pholrach (Joom) - March 21, 2023

ASEAN's 10 Tourism Ministers have agreed to establish a common professional standard for MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conventions, and Exhibitions) professionals and event professionals. The...

Thailand’s Sustainable Development Symposiums Leading Up to Expo 2028 Phuket

Convention Bureau Supaporn Pholrach (Joom) - February 24, 2023

Thailand convened the "Experience the Future of Life" symposium in Paris, France, to showcase the country's commitment to sustainable development and environmental conservation ahead...

Thai Govt and Private Sector Join Forces to Secure 2028 Phuket Expo Bid

Convention Bureau Supaporn Pholrach (Joom) - February 24, 2023

Thailand's Deputy Prime Minister, Mr Anutin Charnvirakul, and representatives of the country's private sector have recently convened to discuss collaborative efforts supporting the nation's...

TCEB: A Five-Year Plan to Make Thailand a Global MICE Destination

Convention Bureau Supaporn Pholrach (Joom) - February 21, 2023

The Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau (TCEB) has launched a five-year action plan to promote Thailand as a leading destination for MICE (meetings, incentives,...

Thailand chosen a host of AFECA AGM 2023

Convention Bureau Supaporn Pholrach (Joom) - February 3, 2023

The meeting will gather 155 member associations from 19 countries to discuss the elevation of the MICE industry, emphasising Thailand as an international MICE...

Destination Phuket

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Phuket’s Carnival Magic: A Family-Friendly Theme Park That’s Culturally-Focused

Destination Phuket Supaporn Pholrach (Joom) - March 21, 2023

Phuket, the largest island in Thailand, is known for its stunning beaches, bustling nightlife, and vibrant street markets. Now, the island has added a...

EHL Scholarships Empower Phuket’s Hospitality Pros: Phuket Hotels Association Leads the Way

Destination Phuket Supaporn Pholrach (Joom) - February 24, 2023

The Phuket Hotels Association, a non-profit organization representing 82 of the island's top hotels and resorts, is spearheading the development of local talent by...

Thailand International Boat Show set to spark resurgence in Phuket

Destination Phuket Supaporn Pholrach (Joom) - December 16, 2022

The 2023 Thailand International Boat Show will comprise up to 50 boats in the water, an onshore pavilion with a luxury hub and marine...

Fickle winds limit the 34th Phuket King’s Cup to one race on day four

Destination Phuket Chisa Boonmee - December 13, 2022

Heavy waves on Kata Beach hampered crews’ ability to reach their boats today, so the Phuket King’s Cup race committee delayed the start of racing for...

Champagne sailing conditions greet sailors on second day of Phuket King’s Cup

Destination Phuket Chisa Boonmee - December 9, 2022

Blue skies, warm water and nice breeze greeted sailors today as they gathered off of Cape Promthep to compete in the second day of sailing at the 34th Phuket King’s Cup Regatta.</p While the International Dinghy...

Dining Out / Take Away

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An Intimate Meal in the Majesty of a Private Waterfall in Vietnam

Dining Out / Take Away Chisa Boonmee - March 24, 2023

While hotels often serve up a unique dining opportunity or two for guests, few can compete with Avana Retreat, a resort in Vietnam that...

“Bonchon” reveals strong growth over the past four years and announces its readiness to conquer 2023

Dining Out / Take Away Chisa Boonmee - January 24, 2023

Bonchon unveils its success under the management of Minor Food with continuous growth over the past four years with significant increase in sales revenue....

Restaurant Le Royal, Home to Fabled Khmer Cuisine, Reopens at Raffles Hotel Le Royal

Dining Out / Take Away Chisa Boonmee - January 17, 2023

Restaurant Le Royal, the acclaimed Khmer fine dining venue at the 90-year-old Raffles Hotel Le Royal in the Cambodian capital, has relaunched following an...

Aloft Bangkok launches ‘Re:fuel On Wheels’ food truck selling famous German Street Food Currywurst with a Thai twist

Dining Out / Take Away Chisa Boonmee - December 20, 2022

Sukhumvit 11, Marriott Bonvoy’s bright and bold hotel in the beating heart of Bangkok, is bringing a currywurst food truck to Sukhumvit Soi 11,...

Burger King opens new flagship store in Thailand In response to the digital lifestyle and to retain the leadership position in the burger...

Dining Out / Take Away Chisa Boonmee - December 16, 2022

With the recent opening of a new flagship store in a prime location in the Ratchadapisek neighborhood, Burger King maintains its No. 1 position in the...

Events

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Book Now For Our May Cocktail Networking Event!

Events Chisa Boonmee - March 24, 2023

Dear Members and Travel Industry Friends, Mark your calendars for our May cocktail event. A spectacular venue The Hyatt Regency Bangkok and a great opportunity to catch...

Register now for our Skal Exploration of The Food Trust CNX

Events Chisa Boonmee - March 21, 2023

This year we are trying to design SKÅL events as a journey of discovery to try more unique and sustainable places, show hidden treasures,...

Kerry Healy to lead Accor’s Commercial Organisation for Middle East, Africa, Turkey & Asia Pacific

Events Chisa Boonmee - March 17, 2023

Accor, the region’s largest international hotel operator, has introduced its new Commercial organisation and executive committee, with Kerry Healy taking the lead as Chief...

2023 Charity Clutter Sale: The Ultimate Destination for Shopaholics

Events Supaporn Pholrach (Joom) - March 17, 2023

The highly anticipated Clutter Sale for Charity is returning after a three-year hiatus, providing an opportunity for shopaholics to donate unused belongings and help...

Our Journey of Discovery continues @ The Food Trust CNX

Events Chisa Boonmee - March 14, 2023

This year we are trying to design SKÅL events as a journey of discovery to try more unique and sustainable places, show hidden treasures,...

Hotel Deals

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Stay 2 Be Rewarded With Best Western®

Hotel Deals Chisa Boonmee - March 24, 2023

Best Western® Hotels & Resorts is making travel even more rewarding in 2023! With our new “Stay 2 Be Rewarded” promotion, guests who stay...

Accor invites local residents to rediscover Thailand with up to 55% off

Hotel Deals Chisa Boonmee - March 10, 2023

Accor, Thailand’s largest international hotel operator, is inviting local residents to explore the many wonders of their home country with the latest edition of...

Experience The Best of Dubai’s Two Anantara Resorts With an Exclusive Combined Offer

Hotel Deals Chisa Boonmee - March 10, 2023

Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort and Anantara World Islands Dubai Resort have announced a new exclusive offer for guests who want to experience the...

Club Med Unveils APAC Destinations Up To 30% Off In Early Bird Sale

Hotel Deals Chisa Boonmee - March 3, 2023

When: on sale now until 31 May 2023 The Offer: Agents can now help their clients sun soak in style at one of Club Med’s premium...

Easter Stay Package At Shangri-La Rasa Sentosa, Singapore

Hotel Deals Chisa Boonmee - March 3, 2023

Head to Singapore’s only beachfront resort on Sentosa Island for a fun, splashing Easter celebration. Guests can look forward to an array of exciting...

Hotel News

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Danang Marriott Resort & Spa Invites Families And Friends To Enjoy Unforgettable Vacations In Its Pool Villas

Hotel News Chisa Boonmee - March 24, 2023

Danang Marriott Resort & Spa, the tropical beachfront paradise on Vietnam’s stunning central coast, is inviting families and friends to come together and enjoy...

ALL – Accor Live Limitless, invites guests to celebrate Ramadan in Wonderful Indonesia

Hotel News Chisa Boonmee - March 24, 2023

Accor, the leading hospitality group in Indonesia, is inviting guests to celebrate the Holy month of Ramadan at its hotels and resorts across Indonesia...

S Hotels & Resorts’ 3P Strategy Propels THB10bn Sustainable Tourism Growth

Headline News Supaporn Pholrach (Joom) - March 21, 2023

S Hotels & Resorts, the hospitality investment and management company and the hospitality arm of Singha Estate PLC, has outlined its plans to generate...

Explore the new Spring Menu at IGNIV Bangkok

Hotel News Chisa Boonmee - March 17, 2023

IGNIV Bangkok, 1-Michelin Star Restaurant, celebrates the season of life with the new Spring Menu throughout March to May 2023. This new menu is...

JW Marriott Khao Lak Unveils Inspirational Experiences For Guests

Hotel News Chisa Boonmee - March 17, 2023

JW Marriott Khao Lak Resort & Spa and JW Marriott Khao Lak Resort Suites, the pioneering beachfront retreat in southern Thailand, have unveiled 21 signature...

Hotel Openings

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INNSiDE by Meliá Kuala Lumpur Cheras Announces Grand Opening This Month

Hotel Openings Chisa Boonmee - March 24, 2023

The contemporary INNSiDE by Meliá Kuala Lumpur Cheras will debut in the country’s capital on March 25th. The new 238-room property is designed for...

Marriott’s Milestone: 1,000th Hotel Debuts in Asia-Pacific

Headline News Supaporn Pholrach (Joom) - March 24, 2023

Marriott International, a global leader in the hospitality industry, proudly announced the grand opening of its 1,000th hotel in the Asia-Pacific region, solidifying its...

Pullman Debuts In Singapore

Hotel Openings Chisa Boonmee - March 17, 2023

Pullman Hotels & Resorts, a world-leading premium brand from Accor, has announced the opening of Pullman Singapore Orchard, marking the brand’s debut in one...

Radisson RED Phuket: Bold & Social Hospitality in Thailand

Headline News Supaporn Pholrach (Joom) - March 17, 2023

Radisson RED is set to shake up Thailand's hospitality scene with the signing of its first hotel in the country, Radisson RED Phuket Patong...

Fusion Announces Three New Properties in Vietnam

Hotel Openings Chisa Boonmee - March 10, 2023

With hotel openings in Hanoi, Danang, and the launch of an exciting new brand in Binh Duong, Fusion is expanding its presence in Southeast...

Hotel Dining

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Experience indulgence like never before with Bangkok’s ultimate Sunday Champagne Brunch at Centara Grand at CentralWorld

Hotel Dining Chisa Boonmee - March 24, 2023

Clear your calendars and prepare for an extraordinary culinary experience at Bangkok’s most-talked-about Champagne Brunch at UNO MAS restaurant in Centara Grand at CentralWorld....

Ventisi Introduces Pizza & Pasta Special on Mondays and Tuesdays

Hotel Dining Chisa Boonmee - March 21, 2023

Ventisi, the popular Italian restaurant at Centara Grand at CentralWorld, has launched a special pizza & pasta promotion available every Monday and Tuesday night. For...

Step into a sparkling world of gastronomy at Savio, the stylish new culinary destination at Chatrium Grand Bangkok

Hotel Dining Chisa Boonmee - March 10, 2023

Chatrium Grand Bangkok, the new icon of luxury hospitality in the heart of Siam, is inviting guests and local residents to discover a spectacular...

Build-Your-Own-Taco Wednesdays at Guilty

Hotel Dining Chisa Boonmee - March 7, 2023

Brush aside mid-week blues with Guilty Bangkok’s new Build-Your-Own-Taco Wednesdays promotion. No gimmicks, just straight-up lunchtime deliciousness courtesy of a heaving Guilty taco platter...

Indulge In The Grand Sunday Brunch With Many ‘Grand Creations’ Relaunched At The Dining Room, Grand Hyatt Erawan Bangkok

Hotel Dining Chisa Boonmee - March 3, 2023

The Grand Sunday Brunch at Grand Hyatt Erawan Bangkok, will excite your taste buds on another level, presenting 3 talented chefs of 3 nationalities...

Movers & Shakers

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Hyatt Regency Danang Resort & Spa Appoints New General Manager And Prepares To Unveil Exciting New Facilities

Movers & Shakers Chisa Boonmee - March 24, 2023

Hyatt Regency Danang Resort & Spa has appointed a dynamic new management team as its prepares to reveal a series of essential upgrades that...

Hahn Air presents a new contact for travel agents in South-East Asia

Movers & Shakers Chisa Boonmee - March 24, 2023

Hahn Air introduces Arsenio (Zen) Cabanilla Jr. as the new Regional Vice President Agency Distribution for Cambodia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Mongolia, the Philippines and Thailand. In his...

Shinta Mani Wild: Bernard Hartzenberg as Executive Chef

Movers & Shakers Chisa Boonmee - March 24, 2023

David Steyn, General Manager of Shinta Mani Wild has announced the appointment of Bernard Hartzenberg as Executive Chef for the all-inclusive luxury tented camp...

Subin Dharman Appointed General Manager of The Ritz-Carlton, Bali

Movers & Shakers Chisa Boonmee - March 21, 2023

The Ritz -Carlton, Bali is delighted to announce the appointment of Subin Dharman as the new General Manager. Subin brings more than 20 years of illustrious experience in...

Holiday Inn & Suites Siracha Laemchabang Announces new General Manager Preecha Yarangwong

Movers & Shakers Chisa Boonmee - March 21, 2023

Holiday Inn and Suites Siracha Laemchabang in Siracha part of IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, today announces the...

OTA News

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Survey: Australians praise home conservation efforts

OTA News Chisa Boonmee - March 24, 2023

Australians are appreciative of Australia’s sustainability and conservation efforts. The home market is the top choice by Australian respondents in Agoda’s Sustainable Impact Survey...

Sustainable Travel Survey: Japan, Singapore, Korea Top of the Class

OTA News Chisa Boonmee - March 24, 2023

Japan is receiving global recognition for its sustainability and conservation efforts. The land of the rising sun is the top pick of respondents in...

Trip.com Group and Mastercard APAC Sign Memorandum of Understanding

OTA News Chisa Boonmee - March 21, 2023

Leading global travel service provider Trip.com Group and leading global technology company Mastercard Asia/Pacific Pte Ltd have signed a Memorandum of Understanding ("MOU") to...

Trip.com Group hosts China Traveler’s Forum, focusing on Chinese travel revival in post-pandemic times

OTA News Chisa Boonmee - March 21, 2023

Leading travel service provider Trip.com Group hosts its China Traveler's Forum (CTF) in Wenzhou, China, on March 17, 2023, focusing on the post-pandemic future...

Hotelbeds extends its network via new partnership with Juniper Travel Technology

OTA News Chisa Boonmee - March 17, 2023

Hotelbeds has partnered with Juniper Travel Technology to extend its full portfolio of products to customers of the fellow Mallorca-based technology solution. The new deal...

Resort News

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Alma Resort Unveils Getaway Designed to Strengthen Family Bonds

Resort News Chisa Boonmee - March 24, 2023

Alma has introduced a package to foster quality family time, combining a stay in an oversized suite with fun at the beachfront resort’s water...

The Slate Phuket Launches Bold Experiential Travel

Resort News Chisa Boonmee - March 21, 2023

The Slate Phuket designer hotel announces a new concept in experiential dining, launching the new BOLD brand, a series of events that encourage you...

InterContinental Danang’s New Four-Bedroom Pool Villas Set the Stage for Life’s Most Memorable Moments

Resort News Chisa Boonmee - March 21, 2023

InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort, the five-star resort nestled in 39 hectares of nature on Vietnam’s Son Tra Peninsula, is inviting families and groups...

Blaze New Trails this Winter with Club Med Kiroro Grand, Hokkaido

Resort News Chisa Boonmee - March 17, 2023

Following the highly-anticipated grand opening of Club Med Kiroro Peak last December, Club Med, the leading pioneer of premium all-inclusive holidays and family vacations, will...

Niyama Announces Surf Residency with Brad Gerlach

Resort News Chisa Boonmee - March 17, 2023

Niyama Private Islands, the only luxury resort in the Maldives with its own wave breaking onto the shore, has two exciting upcoming surf initiatives....

Restaurant Dining

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Raffles Hotel Le Royal Welcomes Michelin-Starred Guest Chef Patrice Hardy

Restaurant Dining Chisa Boonmee - March 17, 2023

Raffles Hotel Le Royal, one of Cambodia's most iconic hotels, is set to welcome Michelin-starred French Chef Patrice Hardy, who will present some of...

R-Haan: The Epitome of Authentic Thai Fine Dining

Headline News Stephen Morton - March 14, 2023

Looking for an extraordinary dining experience that embodies the essence of Thai culture and tradition? Look no further than R-Haan, a 2 Michelin stars...

Red Sky’s Menu Unveils Exquisite Gundagai Lamb & Blue Foot Mushrooms

Headline News Supaporn Pholrach (Joom) - March 14, 2023

Bangkok's renowned Red Sky restaurant, located on the 55th floor of Centara Grand at CentralWorld, has announced the addition of the exceptional Gundagai lamb...

UNO MAS: Bangkok’s Michelin-Starred Spanish Gem

Headline News Supaporn Pholrach (Joom) - March 10, 2023

UNO MAS, the popular Spanish restaurant located on the 54th floor of Centara Grand at CentralWorld in Bangkok, has been selected for inclusion in...

Explore Norwegian Culture Through the Lens of Seafood

Restaurant Dining Chisa Boonmee - March 7, 2023

Norway is known for its breathtaking scenery of fjords and mesmerizing Northern lights. It is a country with a 2,650-kilometer coastline and century-old fishing...