Magic and traditions of Thai New Year (Songkran)
Bangkok – There is no better place to celebrate “Songkran” than Thailand, where the many unique rituals and festivities, which for centuries have celebrated the significance of water in Thai culture and society, will charm and delight visitors old and … Continue reading Magic and traditions of Thai New Year (Songkran)
TAT and VISA launch “Thailand Splash & Spice 2014”
Bangkok – The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) and Visa International (VISA) have teamed up again for the third year to organise a seven-week extravaganza of Thai cuisine and culture known as the “Thailand Splash and Spice Festival”. To run … Continue reading TAT and VISA launch “Thailand Splash & Spice 2014”
Thai-Lao Friendship Bridge celebrates 20th anniversary
Bangkok / Nong Khai – Thailand’s Nong Khai Province in collaboration with Lao PDR’s Vientiane Province and Australia are jointly organising a grand celebration to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the first Thai-Lao Friendship Bridge from 4-8 April, at Hat … Continue reading Thai-Lao Friendship Bridge celebrates 20th anniversary
Airport Cities Opens in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur – The 13th Airport Cities Conference and Exhibition, the global event for the creation and development of airport cities, will formally open today in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The event is the global platform providing thought leadership, best practice, … Continue reading Airport Cities Opens in Kuala Lumpur
Thailand Travel Mart 2014 to focus on facilitating full recovery
Bangkok – Facilitating a complete recovery from the recent political unrest will be the primary focus of Thailand’s annual travel mart to be held between 4-6 June, at the Exhibition Centre Hall, IMPACT Mueang Thong Thani. Preparations are under way … Continue reading Thailand Travel Mart 2014 to focus on facilitating full recovery
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
Singapore Airshow 2014 Wraps Up Trade Days with Deals Worth US$32 Billion
Singapore – Singapore Airshow 2014 wrapped up the trade segment of the six-day event with deals announced worth US$32 billion, surpassing the value of deals announced in 2012. Major announcements include contracts for Airbus, Embraer, Boeing and Rolls-Royce. This reinforces … Continue reading Singapore Airshow 2014 Wraps Up Trade Days with Deals Worth US$32 Billion
More International Destinations Make Official Debut at IT&CM China 2014
Shanghai – Not only are more international destinations making their debut at this year’s IT&CM China, their participation comes with added significance as it is fronted by their Convention Visitor Bureaus (CVBs) or National Tourism Organisations (NTOs). This surge in new … Continue reading More International Destinations Make Official Debut at IT&CM China 2014