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The Clarks Hotels and Resorts opens its first property in Sri Lanka
The Clarks Hotels and Resorts strengthens its footprints in Sri Lanka by opening The Albatross Golf Resort in Kandy. They are aiming to promote the country to the Indian travellers, and take advantage of the growing Sri Lankan business and leisure travel market
Vietnam welcomes over 1.44 million int’l arrivals
Vietnam has welcomed more than 1.44 million international arrivals in the first eight months of 2022, a 13.7-fold rise from a year earlier, thanks to the reopening to foreign tourists and the resumption of international air routes, data showed.
Airline executive is urging the Thai government to put off further the proposed Thailand tourist tax
A top airline executive is urging the Thai government to put off further the proposed Thailand Tourism Fee (TTF) which was postponed from August to later in the year. The levy which is to be collected by airlines flying into Thailand from passengers was put on hold after a top Tourism Ministry official said it was not clear yet how it would apply to visitors arriving by sea and by land.
Vietnam debuts as Asia’s leading nature destination
Vietnam has surpassed China, India and Nepal to win “Asia’s leading nature destination” title at this year’s World Travel Awards. This is the first time Vietnam has been honored in this category.
4 Vietnamese airlines earn kudos at World Travel Awards
Four Vietnamese carriers have been named winners in different categories at this year’s World Travel Awards, with Vietravel Airlines present for the first time since establishment.
Greece & Thailand Reach New Agreement to Revive Tourism Sector
The Governor of the Tourism Organization of Thailand, Yuthasak Supasorn, has attended a meeting with the General Secretary of Tourism Policy and Development, Olympia Anastasopoulou, with the aim of reviving tourism cooperation between both territories.
Anantara Layan Phuket Resort Announces Wellness Fitness Retreats
Want a chance to explore emotional wellbeing, take on exciting fitness challenges and push your mental limits? Take advantage of Anantara Layan Phuket Resort’s Wellness and Fitness Retreats which have been specially created for couples, individual travellers and friends.
Radisson brand expands its footprint in Phuket’s stunning sunset coast
Radisson Hotel Group continues to expand the Radisson’s brand footprint with Radisson Resort & Suites Phuket, a stylish upscale hotel set on the stunning west coast of this popular resort island, joining the portfolio.
Avani Hotels Opens Retro-Chic Utopia on Koh Samui’s Legendary Chaweng Beach
The latest addition to the buzzing Chaweng Beach, the newly opened Avani Chaweng Samui Hotel & Beach Club brings the glamorous, freewheeling spirit of the 1950s Palm Beach and Miami to Koh Samui’s powdery white sand.
Hanoi honoured as Asia’s Leading City Break Destination
Hanoi was honoured as Asia’s Leading City Break Destination at the World Travel Awards (WTA) 2022 – Region: Asia & Oceania held in Ho Chi Minh City on September 7
Malaysia bags six awards in the World Travel Awards 2022
A handful of Malaysian brands and companies have been listed as winners in the Asia division of the 29th World Travel Awards (WTA). Some of the companies that received accolades include national carrier Malaysia Airlines, low-cost carrier AirAsia and One World Hotel
The Postcard Hotel Recognised as ‘Asia’s Leading Boutique Hotel Brand
Scaling new heights in offering unparalleled experiential luxury to discerning guests, The Postcard Hotel takes home multiple recognitions and leaves a mark yet again at this year’s World Travel Awards 2022, in a glittering ceremony last evening at Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam.