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
Samui goes green to protect island ecosystem
Bangkok – The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is working together with local stakeholders and tourists on Ko Samui to eliminate the use of single-use plastics and encourage all to reduce waste, reuse and recycle to help protect the island’s ecosystem. Local Thai … Continue reading Samui goes green to protect island ecosystem
Thailand’s Seniors Embracing Airbnb
Bangkok – Seniors (hosts and guests aged 60 and older) have been a growing and integral part of the Airbnb community for many years — they are growing fast, earning important extra income, and continue to be the most-loved of … Continue reading Thailand’s Seniors Embracing Airbnb
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
Thailand : Maya Bay to remain closed indefinitely
Bangkok – The closure of world-class tourist site Maya Bay in Krabi to visitors has been extended indefinitely to allow the damaged marine ecosystem to fully recover, drawing immediate protests from tour operators. The bay and its famous beach, on … Continue reading Thailand : Maya Bay to remain closed indefinitely
Tomorrow’s Tourism: The Future is Now
Bangkok – More than 150 participants from the private and public sectors as well as educational institutes attended a half-day seminar on 21 September for a comprehensive briefing on the latest trends and product developments set to impact the Thai tourism … Continue reading Tomorrow’s Tourism: The Future is Now
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
Seoul to Exhibit Independently at IT&CMA 2018
Bangkok – STO’s renewed purpose and focus on the Asia-Pacific market and the Seoul MICE industry will see the destination exhibit independently from the Korea contingent this IT&CMA 2018. The now fully government-funded foundation’s mission has expanded from not only … Continue reading Seoul to Exhibit Independently at IT&CMA 2018
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”