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MICE in Thailand: Itinerary Contest launched

Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau (TCEB) and Thai Airways Search for Best Itinerary for Business Travelers Bangkok – The Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau (TCEB) and Thai Airways International (THAI) recently launched an online challenge: “The Itinerary Contest,” to be held … Continue reading MICE in Thailand: Itinerary Contest launched

“Site” to promote IT&CMA and CTW Asia-Pacific 2014

Bangkok  – IT&CM Events has teamed up with Site, the global network for travel and event professionals, encompassing Site’s support on several fronts – educational programme, publicity, editorial and delegate support – for the upcoming IT&CMA and CTW Asia-Pacific show … Continue reading “Site” to promote IT&CMA and CTW Asia-Pacific 2014

Thailand: Tourism industry effected by political situation

Bangkok – Travel  bookings to Thailand from long haul destinations outside Asia are down by 94 percent. This has been confirmed by Martin Craigs, CEO of PATA, the Pacific Asian Tourism Association. These latest numbers reflect the travel plans registered … Continue reading Thailand: Tourism industry effected by political situation

Thai military stages coup to end prolonged political conflict

Bangkok – The Thai military on Thursday staged a coup d’etat to overthrow an elected government and parliament and abolish the constitution following months of an unresolved political conflict. Under the name of the National Peacekeeping Council, the military seized power … Continue reading Thai military stages coup to end prolonged political conflict

Thai Army Chief declares Martial Law

Bangkok – Thai army chief Gen Prayuth Chan-ocha declared martial rule today at 03.00 a.m. effective throughout the country. According to the chief is was imposed to keep opposing sides of society from clashing with each other or triggering civil war. However, no curfew … Continue reading Thai Army Chief declares Martial Law