Today marks the fourth anniversary since the passing of Thailand’s beloved King Bhumibol.

Today the country marks the passing of the Late King Bhumibol Adulyadej the Great our beloved Rama IX who died on the 13th October 2016 at the age of 88. His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej visited the Tourist Organisation Thailand (now the Tourism Authority of Thailand) on 25 February 1971When the King visited the Tourism […]

THAILAND TRAVEL RESTRICTIONS AND HEALTH AND SAFETY – WHAT CAN WE EXPECT NEXT

BANGKOK: Right at the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic I was absolutely sure people will only travel again if they feel it is safe to do so in the new Covid-19 world, and when they have the spare cash to do so. My conviction to that mantra is as solid today as it was all […]

First Krabi Carbon Neutral meeting by Tourism Authority Thailand

The green image of Krabi came alive on the Sky Garden of ANANA Ecological Resort Krabi at a TAT carbon neutral tourism event courtesy of the Anana Seagrass Carbon Compensation scheme. The invited leading destination companies (DMC) in Thailand participated in a showcase of the ecological philosophy and spirit of the province and ideas and […]

New Sindhorn Kempinski Hotel Bangkok Opens Restaurants, Bar and Fitness Studios During first Phase

Bangkok, 14 August 2020 – Sindhorn Kempinski Hotel Bangkok, a new luxury hotel and wellness destination, set in the centre of Bangkok’s newly developed upscale residential extension to the green expanse of Lumphini Park, began its partial opening on 1 August 2020 when the Lobby Lounge and Firefly Bar opened and will continue with the […]

SKÅL INTERNATIONAL THAILAND MEETS

On my roadtrip visit toKrabi and Phuket, I was fortunate to attend a SKÅL meeting in both towns. As President of SKÅL Bangkok, it is always a great opportunity to visit my sister clubs in Thailand. Throughout the world, we have 345 clubs in 104 countries. SKÅL is represented locally, nationally, and regionally, I am […]

Destination Capital formed as investment fund to revive hospitality sector

Destination Capital Formed as Investment Fund to Revive Hospitality Sector Asia Pacific mandate with a focus on acquiring hospitality assets in Thailand with turnaround and value add potential The company plans to acquire a portfolio of 12-15 hotels over the next 18 months with capital values ranging up to 1.5 billion Baht. Five strategic hotel […]

SKAL BANGKOK SEES RECORD TURNOUT FOR RESTARTING TOURISM

BANGKOK: To a sold out gathering of travel and tourism professionals SKÅL INTERNATIONAL BANGKOK reconvened  after a four month hiatus, with a networking lunch and panel discussion on “Restarting Tourism” at the Pullman Bangkok King Power Hotel.   Commenting on the meeting, club President Andrew J Wood said, “With 51 days and no new local […]

MSME Business School Tourism Students Shine at MICE Contest

Students from MSME Business School returned victorious from the 2020 Thailand MICE Youth Challenge competition, held at the Hyatt Regency, Bangkok. The Assumption University team created the Illuminate Music Festival, a hybrid MICE event (workshop + expo) (concert + live stream) to compete against other team’s innovative ideas for MICE events. Each team needed to […]

THAILAND TRAVEL RESTRICTIONS AND HEALTH AND SAFETY – WHAT CAN WE…

BANGKOK: Right at the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic I was absolutely sure people will only travel again if they feel it is safe to do so in the new Covid-19 world, and when they have the spare cash to do so. My conviction to that mantra is as solid today as it was all […]

Getting Thailand back on it’s feet – an interview with David Barrett

BANGKOK: Industry expert and respected marketeer David Barrett in discussion with Andrew J Wood on recovering from the impact of the coronavirus on Thailand’s formidable travel and tourism industry.   Q1. As Thailand starts to emerge from lockdown what do you believe are the most important points to consider to ensure success?     DB: […]