Thai Airways (THAI) is set to be the first airline in Asia to fly a commercial passenger flight using biofuels, to support the company’s Travel Green initiative as part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programme.
THAI President Piyasvasti Amranand was quoted as having said that in raising environmental awareness and the effects of global warming, THAI, as the national carrier, has opted to operate a commercial flight using biofuel renewable energy as one way to help in the reduction of carbon dioxide. Amranand added that THAI hopes that its support and participation in using biofuels will encourage other carriers in the region to choose biofuel renewable energy over fossil fuels. Read the rest of this entry »
Posted on January 2nd, 2012
Three of Thailand’s best-known hotels will change their names as the bells ring in the New Year 2012.
Sofitel Centara Grand Bangkok will become Centara Grand at Central Plaza Ladprao Bangkok, Sofitel Centara Grand Resort & Villas Hua Hin will become Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas Hua Hin, and Novotel Hat Yai Centara will become Centara Hotel Hat Yai.
The name changes take place as the partnership between Accor, owner of the Sofitel and Novotel brands, and Centara Hotels & Resorts, ends amicably after 25-years. The staff at all three hotels will remain unchanged.
In anticipation of the rebranding, a complete renovation has been undertaken at Centara Grand at Central Plaza Ladprao Bangkok, and a major renovation programme has been completed at Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas Hua Hin and at Centara Hotel Hat Yai. Read the rest of this entry »
Posted on January 2nd, 2012
Hilton Phuket Arcadia Resort & Spa today marked the completion of a multi-million dollar refurbishment of its 128 rooms designed to continue delivering exceptional guest experiences.
The 128 newly renovated Deluxe Plus rooms in Andaman Wing B now boast a contemporary look featuring designs that combine local elements with modern finishes. The rooms also come with 37-inch Flat Screen TVs, tropical toned decoration and four-point glass feature bathrooms. In addition, guests will enjoy the breath-taking panoramic views of the Andaman Sea and relax in the stylish new Ocean Beach Club. Read the rest of this entry »
Posted on December 22nd, 2011
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) recently held the “Ayutthaya Cleaning Day” event as part of its “Beautiful Thailand” campaign to restore Thai tourism following the country’s recent flood. The event, which took place on Sunday, December 4, 2011, also commemorated HM King Bhumibol Adulyadej’s 84th birthday.
Thousands of volunteers visited Ayutthaya to lend a hand in cleaning up and landscaping the city, with strong support from both the public and private sectors in the tourism industry. Ayutthaya, Thailand’s ancient capital, is known globally for its UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The “Ayutthaya Cleaning Day” was one of many initiatives to ensure the city is ready to welcome back visitors with a warm heart. Visitors can explore almost all of the World Heritage Site and the other ancient ruins spread throughout the city. All transportation is operating as per normal and most services and activities for tourists are available as per usual; such as bicycling, elephant rides, guided tours, restaurants and accommodation. Tourists from all over the world are now coming to the city to enjoy immersing themselves in Thailand’s past. Read the rest of this entry »
Posted on December 7th, 2011
Italy’s Massimo Cigana carved his name into the history books of the Laguna Phuket Triathlon with a hard-fought victory in sweltering conditions to become the first three-time champion in the annual event’s 18-year history.
Cigana – champion last year and in 2008 – completed the gruelling course in 2:32:51, four minutes ahead of fellow Italian Alberto Cassadei. Read the rest of this entry »
Posted on November 28th, 2011
SilkAir, the regional wing of Singapore Airlines, is set to begin services to Koh Samui in Thailand from 27 September 2011.
Flights are scheduled to operate three times a week on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays.
Koh Samui will be SilkAir’s third destination in Thailand, after Phuket and Chiang Mai. The new services will be operated with the Airbus 319 aircraft, featuring both Business and Economy Class cabins.
Bangkok Airways will be the codeshare partner on these flights. SilkAir will also codeshare on Bangkok Airways’ daily evening services between Singapore and Koh Samui, providing customers with more flight options.
Currently, Bangkok Airways operates a daily non-stop service on this route with the same aircraft type, leaving Koh Samui at 1635hrs and departing from Singapore at 2010hrs. Read the rest of this entry »
Posted on July 14th, 2011
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has launched a “Best Deal” campaign to attract short-break visitors from regional source markets to Chiang Mai and the northern Thai provinces.
At a press conference here today, Mr Sansern Ngaorungsi, TAT’s Deputy Governor for International Marketing (Asia and South Pacific), said:
“This project is being organised by the TAT in cooperation with the Chiang Mai Tourism Business Association and over 180 local tourism partners; such as, hotels, golf courses, spas, department stores, and food shops. Visitors can book online through various websites (listed below) and gain access to special benefits and offers with discounts of up to 50%.” Read the rest of this entry »
Posted on July 11th, 2011
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is promoting Thai tourism by supporting an exhibition of amazing photographs under the theme “Travel with a New Heart for a Sustainable Thailand.”
The exhibition will feature over 200 photos of people and historical and cultural landmarks from all over Thailand, taken by noted photographer Ajarn Athlon Jullowbol. The event aims to encourage photography enthusiasts and travellers to fully appreciate the beauty of Thailand, from impressive landscapes to the intricate details of the Kingdom’s ancient wonders and the joyful celebration of its distinctive culture. Read the rest of this entry »
Posted on July 11th, 2011
Bangkok has retained the No. 1 spot as Worlds Best City in Travel + Leisure’s magazine’s 16th annual World’s Best Awards readers’ poll for the second year. Elsewhere, Bali is No. 1 island in Asia, and the second favorite in the world. Meanwhile, hotels in the region that placed on the list of Top 100 Hotels Overall include the Mandarin Oriental Dhara Devi in Chiang Mai, La Résidence Phou Vou in Luang Prabang, Laos, and The Peninsula Bangkok (ranked Nos. 7, 16 and 40, respectively), among others.
The Best International Airline as voted by readers across the globe is Singapore Airlines, with Thai Airways International coming in at No. 9. Australia and New Zealand also performed well, with the Lodge at Kauri Cliffs in New Zealand bagging 11th place on the list of Top 100 Hotels Overall. Meanwhile, Discovery Shores in the Philippines was named best spa in Asia. Read the rest of this entry »
Posted on July 8th, 2011
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) conducted an online survey during February to April 2011 to find out the “100 Most Amazing Places in Thailand”. Launched under the campaign theme “Your Amazing Places in Thailand that Always Amaze You”, a total of 3,389 travellers from 68 countries around the world who have visited Thailand participated. The results announced on 29 June 2011 are as follows. Read the rest of this entry »
Posted on July 7th, 2011
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