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The
Business of Caring for Health
The government has announced that
Thailand is to be
promoted as the Wellness Capital of
Asia,
attracting those seeking medical and healthcare services from all over
the region. The four destinations slated to be fully promoted by the
government are
Chiang Mai,
Bangkok,
Phuket and
Samui,
all of which are already successful tourist destinations with impressive
medical facilities. |
Pattaya to host PATA annual conference 2006
One of the Asia Pacific region’s most prestigious meetings, the annual
conference of the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA), is to return
to Thailand in 2006
with an inspiring conference programme reflecting the deep changes
taking place within the industry. |
The year in travel
Post-tsunami anxiety, meditative spas, private pools and the boondocks
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Paradise not lost in Phuket, says Kiwi
A year after the devastating Indian Ocean tsunami shattered the
billion-dollar tourism industry in southern
Thailand, Kiwi
guesthouse and bar owner David Simone is still annoyed. |
Hard Rock Hotel Pattaya prepares for Special New Year's Eve celebrations
On Saturday, 31 December 2005 the
Hard
Rock Hotel Pattaya will unleash a night of rockin’ entertainment as
it celebrates the New Year with “Rocklantis: the Rock Empire” Gala
Dinner and Shows. |
Blue Canyon Country Club in Phuket to observe Anniversary of Tsunami
Tragedy
This festive season, the
Blue Canyon Country Club is opening its doors and reaching out to
the hearts of the Tsunami survivors by organising Christmas parties
specially for them. |
I
lost my heart in Pattaya
Oh silly American. The calls of the bar girls going: 'Handsome man!
Handsome man!' are just a trap to lure one inside. And it works. |
Grand Hyatt Erawan Takes Spa Hospitality To New Heights With
I.Sawan, Residential Spa & Club
With the recent launch of i.sawan, Residential Spa & Club, the
Grand Hyatt Erawan Bangkok introduces a revolutionary new concept –
a city resort. |
Deutsche Bank buys golf-course owner
The Deutsche Bank Group has invested two billion baht in the debt-ridden
Murex Co, the owner of
Blue Canyon Country Club in Phuket, paving the way for the
golf-course developer to exit its rehabilitation plan. |
JW Marriott Bangkok launches ‘Look No Further’ Meeting Package and Bonus
The JW
Marriott Bangkok has launched a special ’Look No Further’ offer and
bonus on meetings that are booked and held prior to 31 March, 2006. |
The continuing property allure of Pattaya and Jomtien
Few people, if any, predicted the huge economic boom in the
Pattaya area in the past few
years. Indeed, it was common to say in the late 1990s after the Asian
crash that the resort was past its sell-by date. |
Phuket, Bangkok voted among Asia’s top five holiday spots
Thailand's southern resort province of
Phuket and the
national capital, Bangkok,
have been voted among Asia's top five holiday destinations, according to
the TIME Readers’ Travel Choice Awards 2005 survey. |
Banyan Tree Bangkok Unveils Refurbished Facilities And New Restaurants
Banyan Tree Bangkok recently re-launched its suites and restaurants
after four months of major refurbishment. The city’s tallest all suite
business hotel now boasts 50 stunning Banyan Tree Club Suites with fresh
new looks and two new and trendy restaurants for dining enthusiasts.
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Jingle Bell Rock!
The
Hard Rock Hotel Pattaya on Saturday, 24 December 2005 will roll out
its fun and festive “Jingle Bell Rock!”, a Christmas Eve Dinner & Dance
at Starz Diner .... |
Dusit launches Sprinter Shuttle Service between Bangkok and Pattaya or
Hua Hin
Dusit Hotels & Resorts has launched a shuttle service, called the Dusit
Sprinter, to transport guests between
Bangkok and
Hua
Hin or Bangkok and Pattaya
daily. |
The Phuket Thailand Ladies Masters
The Phuket Thailand Ladies Masters, to be held December 15-17 at the
Phuket Country Club layout, will hopefully help show the remarkable
progress this beautiful holiday resort has made since last year's
devastating tsunami. |
Ayutthaya World Heritage Site Celebrations
Formally known as Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya, the ancient
city of Ayutthaya, was founded in 1350 by King U-Thong and remained
the capital city of the Kingdom of Siam for 417 years, (from 1350 to
1767.) |
Phuket International Airport's operation and its passenger & flight
figures
With the year end approaching, our special report today take in depth
look at the Phuket International Airport’s operation and its passenger &
flight figures for the first ten months of the year, January to October
2005, which came out last week and we had a chance to examine them in
depth with Flight Lieutenant Pornchai Eua-aree, Director of Phuket
International Airport. |
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Yachting Nirvana
One of the world’s best-kept secrets is poised to catch
the spotlight. While yachting enthusiasts in their tens of thousands
head each year for the traditional charter destinations of the Caribbean
and Mediterranean, a few of the more adventurous go east – to
Thailand. |
Dusit Resort, Pattaya launches the Dusit Club
The
Dusit Resort, Pattaya has launched the Dusit Club which comprises
Dusit Club and Dusit Grand rooms and the Dusit Club Lounge where guests
can enjoy value-added benefits. |
Paradise for birders and naturalists
Besides Hua Hin and other nearby beaches,
Prachuab Khiri Khan Province holds within its embrace marshes,
wilderness, and unspoiled natural beauty that can be found at
Khao Sam Roi Yot Marine National Park. |
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Prachuab Khiri Khan Province holds within its embrace marshes,
wilderness, and unspoiled natural beauty that can be found at
Khao Sam Roi Yot Marine National Park. |
Vintage Car Special
Sofitel Central Hua Hin Resort, Prachuap Khiri Khan, is offering the
"Vintage Car Package" for participants of the third Hua Hin Vintage Car
Parade 2005 scheduled December 16-18. |
Phuket hotel operator adds four-floor bazaar
Sainamyen Co Ltd has opened the Andaman Bazaar on
Patong Beach in Phuket, offering high-end food and entertainment as
well as fashion shops to Thai and foreign visitors. |
The Phuket Golf Festival 2005 was held in Phuket.
More than 100 teams of golfers from 6 Andaman provinces including
foreigners took part in the Phuket Golf Festival 2005 taking place at
Loch Palm golf course in Phuket. |
Evason Hua Hin Resort & Spa receives Conde Nast Traveler’s Travel Awards
2005
Evason Hua Hin Resort & Six Senses Spa has been included in the
Conde Nast Traveler’s “World’s Top 100 places to spend your special
vacation”. The resort also received the Conde Nast Readers’ Travel Award
2005, as one of the exclusive hotels that provide the best service. |
Thailand & Taiwan. Horizon yacht to debut at Phuket Boat Show
Horizon 53 to be exhibited at
Phuket International
Boat Show. builder and distributor both anticipate increased interest in
Thailand for
Taiwan-built luxury yachts. |
Low-key Hua Hin
Hua Hin has long
been Thailand’s quiet destination. When it does make noise, it’s
charming: the blare of a trumpet or the low hum of a classic car.
Befitting its status as the royal and high-society retreat, Hua Hin has
managed to retain a subdued sophistication over the years, even as its
hotel industry has expanded to accommodate larger numbers of
tourists. |
Heavenly Krabi
THE sounds of birds chirping, the gentle lapping of waves on the beach,
and the scent of lavender oil were calming as the masseuse’s firm
strokes kneaded my tired muscles. |
Kanchanaburi - Death Railway
The Tourism Authority of Thailand in association with Kanchanaburi's
provincial administration is showcasing the tragic events that occurred
during the construction of Death Railway or the
bridge over River Kwai to mark the 60th anniversary of the end of
Second World War. |
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