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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

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

TTGmice : “The cruise industry is booming”

BANGKOK – IT&CMA 2018 will debut the region’s first-ever Asian MICE Cruise Conference on 18 September as part of the show’s 3-day business, education and networking program. Confirmed key opinion leaders taking the stage include Dream Cruises’ President and Crystal … Continue reading TTGmice : “The cruise industry is booming”

PATA : Strategic Partnership agreement with ADARA

Bangkok – The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) is pleased to announce a new Strategic Partnership agreement with ADARA, the enterprise-wide data solution for travel brands, to empower its members with a comprehensive view of destination visitor data for more powerful and efficient … Continue reading PATA : Strategic Partnership agreement with ADARA