5 injured after explosion in Bangkok
Bangkok – Five people have been injured after an explosion and gunfire near a protest site on the edge of Bangkok’s Lumpini Park. This morning’s attack came after the protesters’ leader warned that government supporters were planning to bring armed … Continue reading 5 injured after explosion in Bangkok
Leading Thai tourism group opens hospitality college
Bangkok – The Regent Group, a leading Thai hotel and hospitality management company with more than 30 years of experience in the sector, recently announced the opening of the Regent Cha-Am Hospitality School (RHS) to meet the increasing demand for … Continue reading Leading Thai tourism group opens hospitality college
Over 6,000 Chinese will attend conference in Bangkok and Pattaya
Bangkok – In a huge show of confidence in Thailand, more than 6,000 Chinese visitors from Joymain International Development Group Inc. will attend the annual convention and incentive travel event organised by the East Shanghai International Travel Service and Golden … Continue reading Over 6,000 Chinese will attend conference in Bangkok and Pattaya
10th World Wai Kru Ceremony showcases sacred rituals of Thai boxing
Bangkok – The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) and the Professional Boxing Association of Thailand are preparing to stage the 10th Wai Kru Muay Thai Ceremony to showcase some of the sacred rituals of Thai boxing – a martial art … Continue reading 10th World Wai Kru Ceremony showcases sacred rituals of Thai boxing
Romantic ceremony under the waves puts Trang in southern Thailand on the map
Bangkok – The 18th Trang Underwater Wedding Ceremony, held from 10-12 February, 2014, was again a wonderfully romantic occasion that saw 32 loving couples become man and wife in specially arranged ceremonies both on the beach and below the waves. … Continue reading Romantic ceremony under the waves puts Trang in southern Thailand on the map
Thailand Still Selling Well Among French Travel Agents
Paris – Two major French travel agents have reported that Thailand remains a top-selling long-haul destination among French tourists during the winter holidays and spring break season. According to a report in Tourmag.com, a survey of French travel agents conducted … Continue reading Thailand Still Selling Well Among French Travel Agents
Chiang Mai Fest 2014: A celebration of the world’s cultural and musical heritage
Chiang Mai – The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) in cooperation with Earth Wind & Fire Co., Ltd, Promenada Resort Mall, the Chiang Mai provincial authorities and various travel and tourism organisations have joined forces to host the Chiang Mai … Continue reading Chiang Mai Fest 2014: A celebration of the world’s cultural and musical heritage
Thai police push out street protesters
Bangkok – Riot police managed to clear anti-government protesters from a major boulevard in the Thai capital in a small but brief victory as authorities try to reclaim areas that have been closed during a three-month push to unseat Prime Minister … Continue reading Thai police push out street protesters
Interest in travel to Thailand remains high for Chinese tourists
Bangkok/Shanghai – Travellers from China still show a strong interest in visiting Thailand, despite political tensions in Bangkok, with the number of visa applications at the Thai Consular Office in Shanghai remaining high at 7,000-8,000 applications a day while flight … Continue reading Interest in travel to Thailand remains high for Chinese tourists
The Hall of Opium an intoxicating attraction in Chiang Rais Golden Triangle
Bangkok – The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) and the Mae Fah Luang Foundation is presenting an enticing tourist attraction in the province of Chiang Rai – the Hall of Opium in the Golden Triangle Park. Thawatchai Arunyik, Governor of … Continue reading The Hall of Opium an intoxicating attraction in Chiang Rais Golden Triangle