Thailand Tourism News
Phi Phi Island Village Beach Resort reopens following £3.5m renovation
Set on a tropical island, across a vast expanse of lush gardens, including 70 acres of swaying coconut palms and an 800-metre private beachfront, Phi Phi Island Village Beach Resort is delighted to announce an extensive £3.5 million renovation to be fully completed in October 2016. With the completion of 45 brand new luxurious and exclusive private villas and a glimmering 25-metre beachfront infinity pool, the picturesque resort with its own private beach is the ideal destination for those seeking barefoot luxury in the midst of some seriously serene surroundings.
Emirates launches seventh daily service to Bangkok
Emirates has announced its seventh daily service between Dubai and Bangkok starting from July 1st. The additional service, which will be operated by a Boeing 777-300ER aircraft, will help meet growing passenger demand, affirming Thailand’s position as a popular destination for business and leisure. It will make Bangkok one of the most served destinations on the Emirates network, on par with Kuwait and Doha.
Amari Koh Samui reopens following extensive overhaul
A favourite among holidaymakers since it opened 25 years ago, Amari Koh Samui has unveil its brand-new look. Following a 12-month refurbishment period, the resort reopens with freshly revamped guest rooms, public and outdoor areas, spa and restaurants.
Marriott Executive Apartments recognised by World Travel Awards
Marriott Executive Apartments have been named as Thailand’s Leading Serviced Apartment Brand at the World Travel Awards for the second time. The annual award was voted by worldwide travel and tourism professionals and established to recognise, acknowledge and reward excellence in the travel and tourism industry, which the organisation has demonstrated throughout the year.
Lemongrass appointed to head UK PR for Dream Phuket Hotel & Spa
Lemongrass Marketing has been appointed by Dream Phuket Hotel & Spa in Thailand as their PR representative for the UK. With immediate effect, Lemongrass Marketing will be responsible for increasing brand awareness and promoting this contemporary luxury hotel and spa in the UK and Ireland.
Emirates launches new flights to Phuket, Thailand
Emirates will operates four new weekly flights between Dubai and Phuket from December 1st, 2015. Adding a capacity increase of 57 per cent the four new flights will introduce connectivity from most cities in the Americas for the first time as well as improve connections to a number of destinations in Europe and the Middle East where Emirates currently flies from more than 50 cities.
At least 20 feared dead following Bangkok bomb
At least 20 people are now known to have died following the bombing of a shrine in Thai capital Bangkok. Thai prime minister Prayuth Chan-ocha branded the incident the “worst ever attack” on the country, but gave no details as to who might be responsible. The bomb targeted the Erawan Hindu shrine, a major tourist attraction, at 19:00 local time yesterday evening.
Insider Journeys welcomes agents to south-east Asian fam
Specialist tour operator, Insider Journeys, has hosted a group of eight UK agents on a sales fam trip to Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos. The trip was designed to give agents first-hand experience of the operator’s destinations and immersive insider experiences, helping them to sell its escorted small group journeys and tailor-made tours with confidence.
Etihad inks Thai tourism deal at Expo Milano
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, and The Tourism Authority of Thailand have signed a landmark US$1.25 million agreement to increase tourism to Thailand. Under the new agreement, the Abu Dhabi-based airline and TAT will jointly promote travel to Thailand from priority markets including the United Arab Emirates, UK, Ireland, Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Switzerland, South Africa, Iran and Kuwait.
Aleenta Phuket-Phang Nga Resort & Spa unveils garden pool villas
Leading luxury boutique resort Aleenta Phuket-Phang Nga Resort & Spa has added the final touches to its extensive remodelling as it readies to reveal 34 exclusive garden pool villas. The newly built garden pool villas, which will open in June 1st this year, fully embrace the resort’s famed ‘Outdoor Living-In’ philosophy in spacious cloistered, 141-square metre environments set back from the beach in tranquil garden settings.
Salinda Phu Quoc Island Resort & Spa opens to guests
Following the investment of US$35 million, Salinda Phu Quoc Island Resort & Spa has opened its doors. The first luxury resort on Phu Quoc Island, Thailand, Salinda Resort & Spa nestles on peaceful Long Beach, by the enchanting seashore and peaceful town of Duong Dong, just ten minutes from the international airport. The ultra-contemporary architectural concept is inspired by an interplay of rustic local heritage with contemporary design and textures.
Thai government to build third runway at Suvarnabhumi Airport, Bangkok
The ongoing political deadlock in Thailand will not halt the redevelopment of Suvarnabhumi Airport in Bangkok it was confirmed earlier, with plans to build a third runway to proceed. The £1.1 billion aviation project will also see three provincial airports added across the country.