Thailand: Trump snubs meeting with ASEAN leaders
Bangkok – US President Donald Trump is skipping a summit with leaders of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) for the second year in a row, even as the regional grouping grapples with new economic and security challenges including China’s assertiveness in … Continue reading Thailand: Trump snubs meeting with ASEAN leaders
China, U.S. court ASEAN to strengthen Indo-Pacific ties
Bangkok – China and the United States are on a mission to strengthen ties with allies and expand their influence in Southeast Asia this week as their trade war enters a second year. US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo arrived … Continue reading China, U.S. court ASEAN to strengthen Indo-Pacific ties
PATA announces Grand and Gold Award winners 2019
Bangkok— The winners of the 2019 PATA Grand and Gold Awards are announced today by the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA). These awards, supported and sponsored since 1995 by the Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO), this year recognize the achievements of 27 separate organizations and individuals. … Continue reading PATA announces Grand and Gold Award winners 2019
Thailand: Princess disqualified from prime minister bid
Bangkok – Officials have disqualified a Thai princess from running for prime minister in next month’s general election after her brother, King Maha Vajiralongkorn, said her nomination would be “inappropriate.” Thailand’s Electoral Commission announced on Monday that the “monarchy must … Continue reading Thailand: Princess disqualified from prime minister bid
Travelers Embrace Airbnb for Top Thai Festivals
Bangkok – New data shows that travelers to Thailand are increasingly turning to Airbnb for accommodation during big tourism events. Last year, Thai Airbnb hosts welcomed over 100,000 guests and earned THB380 million combined over three of Thailand’s largest tourist events: Chinese New Year, … Continue reading Travelers Embrace Airbnb for Top Thai Festivals
BW : New website for hotel developers in Asia
Bangkok – Best Western Hotels & Resorts has launched a brand new website that provides essential information to hotel developers and owners in Asia. The new website, which is now live at bestwesternasiadevelopers.com, is dedicated to hotel developers and owners, … Continue reading BW : New website for hotel developers in Asia
Asia: Thailand leads in tourism expenditures
Bangkok – International visitors spent more money in Thailand than in any other Asian country in 2017, according to a UN World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) report. The report said that Thailand recorded a total tourism expenditure of USD 57 billion … Continue reading Asia: Thailand leads in tourism expenditures
Maya Beach is closed, but open for tourists
Bangkok – The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) would like to clarify that while the world famous Maya Beach is closed, stunning views of the Bay can still be enjoyed. The clarification is based on this week’s trip, from 19 to 20 October, … Continue reading Maya Beach is closed, but open for tourists
IT&CMA 2018 Confirms Strong Destinations Presence
Bangkok – Riding on the success of last year’s anniversary show, IT&CMA continues to showcase the largest congregation of Asian MICE CVBs and NTOs. In addition, exhibitors have significantly increased their space this year, namely Thailand Convention & Exhibition Bureau … Continue reading IT&CMA 2018 Confirms Strong Destinations Presence
JTB Demonstrates MICE and DMC Capabilities
SINGAPORE – JTB Corporation’s Asia Pacific Headquarters (JTB APHQ) will make their exhibiting debut at IT&CMA 2018, engaging with buyers and media through an additional hosted luncheon and Association Day destination presentation slot, to showcase their global MICE capabilities and … Continue reading JTB Demonstrates MICE and DMC Capabilities