“Visit Malaysia Year 2014” Promoted in the U.S.
Kuala Lumpur – Malaysia’s newly appointed Minister of Tourism and Culture, Dato’ Seri Mohamed Nazri Abdul Aziz, revealed plans for the Visit Malaysia Year 2014 (VMY2014) campaign during his 9-day North American tour which included stops in Los Angeles, Vancouver and … Continue reading “Visit Malaysia Year 2014” Promoted in the U.S.
Thai AirAsia X plans International Expansion
Bangkok/Kuala Lumpur – AirAsia X has moved one step closer to establishing its first international hub outside Kuala Lumpur after authorities in Thailand approved an Air Operator Licence (AOL). The carrier said approval was “a significant milestone” and would allow AirAsia … Continue reading Thai AirAsia X plans International Expansion
Thailand: Ocean Marina Pattaya Boat Show (E)
Bangkok, 17.10.2013 – The Ocean Marina Yacht Club is organising the 2013 Ocean Marina Pattaya Boat Show from November 22 to 24, 2013 with aims to showcasing Pattaya and surrounds as a leading hub for marine tourism in Southeast Asia. … Continue reading Thailand: Ocean Marina Pattaya Boat Show (E)
Phuket: Feuer im Shopping Center (E)
Bangkok, 17.10.2013 – A major fire broke out late Wednesday at the Phuket SuperCheap store, sending flames and smoke climbing into the sky over the resort, and trapping shoppers and staff in the deadly confusion. According to the Phuket News, … Continue reading Phuket: Feuer im Shopping Center (E)
Plane Crashed in the South of Lao
Vientiane – According to news that slowly emerge from Pakse in the southern part of Lao PDR, some 39 people died, when a Lao Airlines plane crashed into the Mekong River near Pakse International Airport. The plane was on an domestic … Continue reading Plane Crashed in the South of Lao
China-Premier Li besucht Bangkok (E)
Bangkok, 12.10.2013 – Chinese Premier Li Keqiang arrived in Thailand on the second leg of his maiden trip to Southeast Asia since he took office in March. On Friday he met Thailand’s Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra in Bangkok. Chinese Premier … Continue reading China-Premier Li besucht Bangkok (E)
MIPCOM: Malaysia plans to promote Creative Industries
Cannes/Kuala Lumpur – Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Shabery Cheek announced Malaysia’s push towards growing its creative content industry and expansion of numerous assets to attract international entertainment producers at MIPCOM in Cannes/France, a gathering of the entertainment … Continue reading MIPCOM: Malaysia plans to promote Creative Industries
IT&CMA 2013: “Thailand Connect” präsentiert (E)
Bangkok, 07.10.2013 – Asia thinks in cycles! Thus, this year marked Thailand’s 12th year in hosting the premier double-bill 21st Incentive Travel & Conventions, Meetings Asia (IT&CMA) and 16th Corporate Travel World (CTW) Asia-Pacific at Bangkok Convention Centre, Central World … Continue reading IT&CMA 2013: “Thailand Connect” präsentiert (E)
TIME Tourism Expo opening October 18
Jakarta – This year’s Tourism Indonesia Mart & Expo 2013 (TIME), otherwise known as “Pasar Wisata”, will take place at the 4-star Grand Inna Muara Hotel Convention & Exhibition in Padang, capital of West Sumatra, on October 18-21, after the success … Continue reading TIME Tourism Expo opening October 18
Lao: Dam Project Green-Lighted
Vientiane -The very controversial Don Sahong Dam, to be built in the scenic Si Phan Don area of Champasak Province in southern Laos, is getting the green light by the Lao Government. The run-of-the-river dam will operate year-round and produce 260 megawatts … Continue reading Lao: Dam Project Green-Lighted