PATA and Skål promote responsible tourism
Bangkok – The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) and Skål International have announced a new organizational partnership, recognizing the importance of promoting the responsible development of the travel and tourism in the Asia Pacific region. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed by … Continue reading PATA and Skål promote responsible tourism
Bali airport reopens after volcanic eruption
Jakarta – A change in wind direction has allowed Bali’s international airport to reopen after it closed temporarily Friday due to volcanic ash and vapor from the Mount Agung volcano. Several airlines delayed or canceled flights to and from Denpasar’s … Continue reading Bali airport reopens after volcanic eruption
ASEAN, Republic of Korea strengthen partnership
Seoul – Senior Officials of ASEAN and the Republic of Korea (ROK) participating in the 22nd ASEAN-ROK Dialogue on 21 June in Seoul reaffirmed the importance of the ASEAN-ROK Strategic Partnership and renewed commitment to forge closer ties. The senior … Continue reading ASEAN, Republic of Korea strengthen partnership
PATA : Focus on responsible and sustainable tourism
Bangkok – The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) announced the founding of the Twin Cities World Tourism Association (TCWTA) during the PATA Travel Mart 2018 (PTM 2018) in Langkawi, Malaysia from September 12-14. PATA CEO Dr. Mario Hardy: “PATA assists destinations … Continue reading PATA : Focus on responsible and sustainable tourism
Close racing between young Thai sailors
Samui – Kicking off this year’s Samui Regatta were 37 youngsters who competed in the two-day Samui Youth Challenge off Chaweng Beach. Competing in three classes – Optimist (also with an Under 12 years division), Laser Radial and Fareast 11 – … Continue reading Close racing between young Thai sailors
Thailand : China, India lead growth in visitor arrivals
Bangkok – Led by a 30% increase in visitor arrivals from China and a 17% growth from India, the Thai tourism industry has recorded total international arrivals of 13.7 million in January-April 2018, up 13.9% over the same period of 2017. … Continue reading Thailand : China, India lead growth in visitor arrivals
GlobalConnect 2018 in Stuttgart on June 20-21
Stuttgart – The global economy is booming. In addition to low interest rates, exports are primarily responsible for this upturn. For years Germany has been exporting more than it imports. The value of exports to the American mainland alone has … Continue reading GlobalConnect 2018 in Stuttgart on June 20-21
636 million foreigners travel to Asia-Pacific region
Bangkok – With a cumulative count of 636 million foreign arrivals into the region in 2017, Asia Pacific sets a new record – according to a report released today by the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA). Covering 47 destinations across … Continue reading 636 million foreigners travel to Asia-Pacific region
Thailand: Season finale at Samui Regatta
Samui – The countdown is on for the 2018 Samui Regatta as boats from around Asia are heading to Thailand’s second most popular island destination for the final event showdown of the 2017/18 AsianYachting Grand Prix from 26th May to … Continue reading Thailand: Season finale at Samui Regatta
TTM 2018 at Ocean Marina Yacht Club in Pattaya
Bangkok – This year’s Thailand Travel Mart Plus Amazing Gateway to the Greater Mekong Subregion (TTM+) will be held for the first time at the Ocean Marina Yacht Club in Pattaya from 13 to 15 June, highlighting a ‘Summer Beach’ theme … Continue reading TTM 2018 at Ocean Marina Yacht Club in Pattaya