https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/tags/tag/bangkok/ Bangkok News en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-04-19T10:53:53+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/amazing-green-fest-2024-marks-new-milestones-in-tats-sustainable-tourism-di/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/amazing-green-fest-2024-marks-new-milestones-in-tats-sustainable-tourism-di/ The event is TAT’s first ‘Carbon Neutral Event’, while the long-standing Amazing Thailand logo now boasts a heart-shaped leaf signifying sustainability Wed, 07 Aug 2024 06:45:04 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/minor-hotels-promotes-key-leadership-at-koh-samui-and-koh-phangan-propertie/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/minor-hotels-promotes-key-leadership-at-koh-samui-and-koh-phangan-propertie/ Minor Hotels has announced two key promotions at its properties in Thailand. Ahmed Asim has been appointed as the General Manager of Anantara Rasananda Koh Phangan Villas, moving from his role as Resort Manager at Anantara Riverside Bangkok Hotel. Frederic Kolde takes over as General Manager of Anantara Lawana Koh Samui Resort, transitioning from his position as Hotel Manager at Anantara Siam Bangkok Hotel. Sat, 15 Jun 2024 07:04:28 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/moxy-hotels-makes-a-splash-in-bangkok-with-debut-of-moxy-bangkok-ratchapras/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/moxy-hotels-makes-a-splash-in-bangkok-with-debut-of-moxy-bangkok-ratchapras/ Moxy Hotels, a part of Marriott Bonvoy’s extensive portfolio, celebrates the opening of Moxy Bangkok Ratchaprasong, its first property in Thailand, ushering in a new era of vibrant and social hospitality in the bustling capital. Located in the heart of Bangkok’s dynamic Ratchaprasong district, the hotel boasts 504 rooms, making it the largest Moxy in Asia Pacific. Fri, 23 Feb 2024 07:09:34 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thailand-welcome-2024-at-centralworld-times-square-of-asia/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thailand-welcome-2024-at-centralworld-times-square-of-asia/ Central Pattana plc, Thailand’s number one real estate developer and operator of 39 Central shopping centers nationwide, in collaboration with leading public and private partners including the Tourism Authority of Thailand, Bangkok Metropolitan Administration Royal Thai Police and Ratchaprasong Square Trade Association (RSTA), etc., created a sensational world-class countdown event, reinforcing its reputation as the No.1 world’s entertainment countdown, for more than two decades with a historic moment as hundreds of thousands united to countdown to 2024. Wed, 03 Jan 2024 07:03:19 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/aeroflot-to-increase-the-frequency-of-flights-to-thailand-from-moscow/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/aeroflot-to-increase-the-frequency-of-flights-to-thailand-from-moscow/ Aeroflot in fall/winter schedule will increase the flight frequency from Moscow to Thailand. Airline will operate up to 27 weekly flights to Phuket and Bangkok in total Tue, 05 Sep 2023 07:00:23 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-staybridge-suites-hotels-in-bangkok-offer-top-value-longer-stay-package/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-staybridge-suites-hotels-in-bangkok-offer-top-value-longer-stay-package/ The two Staybridge Suites properties in Bangkok have announced great value limited period promotional offers for stays longer than seven or 15 days Sat, 29 Jul 2023 07:22:11 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihg-signs-agreement-for-holiday-inn-express-suites-bangkok-asoke-expanding/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihg-signs-agreement-for-holiday-inn-express-suites-bangkok-asoke-expanding/ New 180-room property to open in early 2025 following landmark partnership with A.P.K Real Estate Co., Ltd Thu, 13 Jul 2023 08:40:05 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/four-seasons-resorts-in-thailand-embrace-plant-based-menus-to-cater-to-heal/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/four-seasons-resorts-in-thailand-embrace-plant-based-menus-to-cater-to-heal/ Exceptional and healthy, the “Live Well” and vegetarian menus are highlighted by the celebration of tropical local produce Fri, 07 Jul 2023 03:40:20 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wego-and-tourism-authority-of-thailand-collaborate-to-showcase-the-land-of/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wego-and-tourism-authority-of-thailand-collaborate-to-showcase-the-land-of/ Thailand is expecting an exceptional 300% increase in growth for the summer holiday season in July-August 2023 Thu, 22 Jun 2023 06:27:34 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/amazing-workation-to-further-boost-thailands-appeal-to-foreign-film-makers/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/amazing-workation-to-further-boost-thailands-appeal-to-foreign-film-makers/ New initiative from Thailand Film Office aimed at strengthening the kingdom’s already impressive status as the preferred shooting location for all types of foreign film productions. Mon, 15 May 2023 06:50:18 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/dusit-hotels-and-resorts-welcomes-three-new-hotels-to-its-fast-growing-port/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/dusit-hotels-and-resorts-welcomes-three-new-hotels-to-its-fast-growing-port/ Dusit Hotels and Resorts under Dusit International, one of Thailand’s leading hotel and property development companies, is set to expand its global and domestic footprint by opening three hotels within the next 30 days – including two new properties in Bangkok and its first hotel in Japan. Wed, 10 May 2023 06:38:37 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/conde-nast-traveler-names-the-standard-bangkok-mahanakhon-in-its-annual-bes/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/conde-nast-traveler-names-the-standard-bangkok-mahanakhon-in-its-annual-bes/ The Standard, Bangkok Mahanakhon, is beyond excited, and extremely grateful to be included in Condé Nast Traveler’s prestigious Best New Hotels in The World list for 2023. Mon, 08 May 2023 06:05:13 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-opens-new-route-to-bangkok/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sas-opens-new-route-to-bangkok/ SAS is continuing to strengthen its offer and to accommodate an increased demand for leisure travel, SAS will now open a new route to Bangkok, Thailand. Following this route expansion travelers will be able to fly direct to Bangkok three times weekly with convenient overnight flights in both directions using the Airbus A350 aircraft. Thu, 04 May 2023 08:48:03 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bangkok-celebrates-241st-anniversary-from-21-25-april-2023/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bangkok-celebrates-241st-anniversary-from-21-25-april-2023/ he Ministry of Culture has announced a series of events and activities to celebrate the 241st anniversary of the establishment of Krung Rattanakosin or Krung Thep Mahanakhon (Bangkok), from 21-25 April 2023 at museums, temples and key landmarks in Rattanakosin Island or Bangkok’s Old Town. Tue, 11 Apr 2023 06:31:06 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bdms-wellness-clinic-retreat-at-anantara-riverside-bangkok-launches-prevent/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bdms-wellness-clinic-retreat-at-anantara-riverside-bangkok-launches-prevent/ BDMS Wellness Clinic Retreat from one of Thailand’s leading wellness tourism providers Bangkok Dusit Medical Services (BDMS) network is now offering a comprehensive health check-up package combining a stay at the luxury Anantara Riverside Bangkok Resort with a series of wellness tests offered in a relaxing riverside setting. Wed, 29 Mar 2023 05:58:28 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wolseley-hospitality-group-brings-european-grand-cafe-tradition-to-bangkok/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wolseley-hospitality-group-brings-european-grand-cafe-tradition-to-bangkok/ The Wolseley Hospitality Group, owner and operator of some of London’s best-loved restaurants including the famed The Wolseley on Piccadilly and The Delaunay in Aldwych, is bringing its distinguished European fare to Bangkok for a limited time. Thu, 23 Mar 2023 07:42:50 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airasia-super-app-introduces-queuing-service-to-help-tourists-and-locals/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airasia-super-app-introduces-queuing-service-to-help-tourists-and-locals/ The airasia Super App has introduced a brand new service, specifically to address that inconvenience of queuing up at famous restaurants at tourist destinations, beginning with Bangkok. Mon, 06 Mar 2023 07:05:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihg-hotels-resorts-partners-with-tawanna-property-for-new-voco-hotel-in-ban/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihg-hotels-resorts-partners-with-tawanna-property-for-new-voco-hotel-in-ban/ IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, announced the signing of voco Bangkok Surawong with Tawanna Property Company Limited, a leading real estate investor and developer in Thailand, represented by Chansamorn Wattanavekin , Chairman of Tawanna Property Company Limited, as the president of the ceremony. Fri, 24 Feb 2023 07:07:24 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tourists-heading-back-to-asian-cities/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tourists-heading-back-to-asian-cities/ The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has today revealed positive signs of recovery for the Asian Travel & Tourism sector, with five major metropolises seeing a significant economic rebound. Sun, 19 Feb 2023 08:21:20 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tat-introduces-the-michelin-experience-isan/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tat-introduces-the-michelin-experience-isan/ Shining a spotlight on Northeastern Thai food culture and the addition of the Northeast (Isan) to the 2023 edition of The MICHELIN Guide Thailand. Tue, 17 Jan 2023 08:37:01 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/why-we-love-the-bangkok-riverside-fest/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/why-we-love-the-bangkok-riverside-fest/ Start planning your fun-filled weekend at the exciting Bangkok Riverside Fest as we unveil the Best of the Best at this long-awaited event of the year. Tue, 17 Jan 2023 07:59:22 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thailands-tourism-authority-aims-to-build-on-success-of-visit-thailand-year/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thailands-tourism-authority-aims-to-build-on-success-of-visit-thailand-year/ The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is strengthening the ongoing “Visit Thailand Year: Amazing New Chapters” campaign towards a meaningful travel direction. Sun, 15 Jan 2023 09:52:31 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/etihad-airways-doubles-flights-to-bangkok-to-meet-soaring-demand/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/etihad-airways-doubles-flights-to-bangkok-to-meet-soaring-demand/ Etihad Airways is boosting its flights to Bangkok, Thailand by doubling its frequency. From 26 March 2023, the airline will fly twice a day on the Abu Dhabi – Bangkok route, providing a total of 14 weekly nonstop services to Bangkok Airport (BKK). Sat, 07 Jan 2023 09:29:10 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/times-square-of-asia-rings-in-2023/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/times-square-of-asia-rings-in-2023/ The government and prominent private sector companies led by Central Pattana Plc, Thailand’s top property developer, the Tourism Authority of Thailand and other partners organized ‘Central World Bangkok Countdown 2023’ at Central World, aka the Times Square of Asia and has been No. 1 New Year celebration landmark in Thailand for more than 22 years. Sun, 01 Jan 2023 08:36:09 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/amazing-thailand-countdown-2023-concludes-2022-with-1.5-trillion-baht-touri/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/amazing-thailand-countdown-2023-concludes-2022-with-1.5-trillion-baht-touri/ The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is hosting “Amazing Thailand Countdown 2023” New Year celebrations in Bangkok and Songkhla and providing support for other events throughout the kingdom to conclude 2022 with 1.5 trillion in total tourism revenue as targeted. Fri, 30 Dec 2022 09:25:04 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/rock-by-the-river-with-anantara-during-the-bangkok-riverside-fest-2023/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/rock-by-the-river-with-anantara-during-the-bangkok-riverside-fest-2023/ A standout event on the city’s social calendar, the annual Bangkok Riverside Fest is back after a three-year hiatus to bring a vibrant mix of music, water sports and alfresco feasting to the banks of the Chao Phraya River. Wed, 28 Dec 2022 07:33:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/aeroflot-launches-direct-flights-from-irkutsk-to-bangkok/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/aeroflot-launches-direct-flights-from-irkutsk-to-bangkok/ From 18 January, Aeroflot launches direct flights from Irkutsk to Bangkok. The twice weekly flights to Thailand’s capital will be operated on Boeing 737-800 aircraft on Wednesdays and Saturdays. Flight duration is 6 hours 25 minutes. Sat, 24 Dec 2022 09:20:02 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bangkoks-riverside-iconsiam-set-to-be-thailands-iconic-2023-new-year-countd/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bangkoks-riverside-iconsiam-set-to-be-thailands-iconic-2023-new-year-countd/ A huge collaboration between almost 20 Thai state agencies, associations, and the private sector is set to turn 1.4 kilometres of the Chao Phraya River running through the centre of Bangkok into one of the world’s most spectacular New Year Countdown locations on the evening of 31st of December 2022, and centred at ICONSIAM, Bangkok’s iconic riverside destination. Thu, 22 Dec 2022 06:31:32 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-expands-its-bangkok-operations-with-a-fourth-daily-flight/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-expands-its-bangkok-operations-with-a-fourth-daily-flight/ Emirates starts an exciting new year in Thailand as the airline announces adding a fourth flight between Bangkok and Dubai from 1 January 2023, boosting connectivity between the two gateways and providing more options for travellers. Mon, 19 Dec 2022 08:04:26 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/vietravel-airlines-officially-flies-first-international-route-hanoi-bangkok/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/vietravel-airlines-officially-flies-first-international-route-hanoi-bangkok/ Vietravel Airlines is pleased to announce the official launch of its first international route Hanoi – Bangkok which will be open to service by the end of 2022 Mon, 19 Dec 2022 06:59:58 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-canadas-newly-inaugurated-bangkok-flight-now-enroute-to-southeast-asia/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-canadas-newly-inaugurated-bangkok-flight-now-enroute-to-southeast-asia/ A celebration was held at Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to mark Air Canada’s inaugural flight AC65, “We are thrilled to launch Air Canada’s first non-stop service to Southeast Asia and the only non-stop flights between North America and Thailand Sun, 04 Dec 2022 08:32:43 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/vijit-chao-phraya-lighting-extravaganza-opens-in-bangkok/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/vijit-chao-phraya-lighting-extravaganza-opens-in-bangkok/ The first ever ‘Vijit Chao Phraya’ lighting extravaganza, organised by the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) in cooperation with public and private sector partners, officially opened last night and will run until Sunday, 27 November, at six landmarks along the Chao Phraya River with enchanting night-time illumination, light shows, and projection mapping displays. Sun, 13 Nov 2022 11:28:53 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thailand-welcomes-over-7-million-foreign-tourists/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thailand-welcomes-over-7-million-foreign-tourists/ Thailand welcomed over 7 million tourists between 1 January and 26 October, 2022, with the full year target for 2022 being between seven and 10 million visitor arrivals. Fri, 28 Oct 2022 08:01:13 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/centara-hotels-resorts-releases-details-of-its-newest-bangkok-property/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/centara-hotels-resorts-releases-details-of-its-newest-bangkok-property/ Centara Hotels & Resorts, Thailand’s leading hotel operator, releases first details of its newest Bangkok property – Centra by Centara Bangkok Phra Nakhon. Opening in late October 2022, the 180-key low-rise hotel is poised to become a sought-after choice for leisure and business travellers seeking a contemporary urban escape just steps away from Bangkok’s historic district. Sat, 08 Oct 2022 09:06:19 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ibis-styles-is-bringing-new-artistic-pop-to-the-metaverse/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ibis-styles-is-bringing-new-artistic-pop-to-the-metaverse/ ibis Styles is bringing new artistic pop to the metaverse with its 2022 #OpenToCreators global campaign, in partnership with world-renowned digital creator and contest ambassadors @tikkywow and @naranjalidad. Tue, 27 Sep 2022 07:04:01 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/explore-thailand-campaign-to-help-boost-thailands-reopening/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/explore-thailand-campaign-to-help-boost-thailands-reopening/ Thailand’s borders are now fully open, and travellers from all over the world are heading back in droves to explore its unspoiled beaches and idyllic islands, serene countryside, and the bustle of Bangkok city. Tue, 20 Sep 2022 05:51:34 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-food-school-bangkok-all-set-for-october-opening/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-food-school-bangkok-all-set-for-october-opening/ The Food School Bangkok accepts a wide range of students passionate about food, particularly those aspiring to advance professionally in business. Fri, 16 Sep 2022 08:59:47 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/best-western-opens-bangkok-don-mueang-airport-hotel/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/best-western-opens-bangkok-don-mueang-airport-hotel/ Best Western has opened its latest property in the Thai capital, located close to the city’s Don Mueang International airport. Mon, 12 Sep 2022 07:18:59 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thailand-expects-ftas-to-touch-10-million-in-2022/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thailand-expects-ftas-to-touch-10-million-in-2022/ Thailand expects to get 400 billion baht (USD 10.9 billion) from Foreign Tourist Arrivals (FTAs) in the second half of 2022. This is post easing of most Covid-19 restrictions and increase in the number of leisure tourists coming to the destination. Thu, 01 Sep 2022 05:20:18 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/budget-airline-thai-airasia-x-to-launch-two-thailand-australia-routes/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/budget-airline-thai-airasia-x-to-launch-two-thailand-australia-routes/ Budget airline Thai AirAsia X will launch two direct routes between Thailand and Australia in December. The airline will fly from Bangkok to both Melbourne and Sydney, beginning December 1 and 2 this year, respectively. Tue, 30 Aug 2022 09:31:30 +0000