Malaysia: ‘Routes Asia’ to develop new air services
Kuching – The 12th Routes Asia, the largest route development forum for the entire Asia region, will open this weekend in Kuching, capital of the State of Sarawak in Malaysia. This year’s event, which will take place from 9 to … Continue reading Malaysia: ‘Routes Asia’ to develop new air services
Mongolia – The Official Partner Country Of ITB Berlin 2015
Berlin – In 2015 the focus will be on Mongolia, the Partner Country of ITB Berlin. On Wednesday, 5 March at ITB Berlin, Mr. Altangerel Purev, State Secretary at the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism of Mongolia, and Dr. Christian … Continue reading Mongolia – The Official Partner Country Of ITB Berlin 2015
CITS Buyers’ Expectations Reflect Clout of Chinese Buying Market
Shanghai – China International Travel Service (CITS) International MICE will be leading a delegation of 30 CITS buyers whose buying responsibilities span across all 31 administrative divisions of Mainland China, and encompass both outbound and domestic MICE procurement. Collectively, CITS … Continue reading CITS Buyers’ Expectations Reflect Clout of Chinese Buying Market
Indonesia inflation eases to 7.75 pct in February
Jakarta — Indonesia’s consumer prices grew at slower pace in February, giving room for the central bank to keep its benchmark interest rate unchanged at this month’s meeting.The consumer prices index eased to 7.75 percent in February on a yearly … Continue reading Indonesia inflation eases to 7.75 pct in February
Special ‘March Magic’ rates with Outrigger in southern Thailand
Bangkok – Three Outrigger resorts in Thailand are offering special “March Magic” offers for hotel stays from now until 31 March, 2014. The value packages are aimed at couples, groups and families seeking absolute beachfront resort luxury or mega-spacious accommodation. … Continue reading Special ‘March Magic’ rates with Outrigger in southern Thailand
Thailand: Marketing Plan provides Private Sector with Innovative MICE Tools
Bangkok – Thailand Convention & Exhibition Bureau (Public Organization) has announced its online marketing strategy and outreach program targeting MICE markets worldwide. Also, in line with the innovative initiatives was the development of the state-of-the-art website which will be shown … Continue reading Thailand: Marketing Plan provides Private Sector with Innovative MICE Tools
Strange illness hits tourists in Northern Thailand
Chiang Mai – There are horrifying stories coming out of northern Thailand from backpackers and authorities concerning an illness that strikes mostly young, European women backpacking in Thailand and completely lays them out for up to a fortnight. Most sufferers … Continue reading Strange illness hits tourists in Northern Thailand
China overtakes India as top gold consumer
Beijing – China overtook India as the world’s largest gold consumer for the first time in 2013, official data showed. China’s gold consumption hit 1,176 tonnes in 2013, up 41.4 percent, as declining gold prices enticed buying, according to the … Continue reading China overtakes India as top gold consumer
PATA Launches Survey on Young Asian Travellers
Bangkok – The rise of Asian economies and the associated boom in international travel is grabbing the attention of the global travel and tourism community. The way young consumers plan, book and experience travel today offers destinations and businesses a … Continue reading PATA Launches Survey on Young Asian Travellers
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