Thailand Tourism News
Floodwaters have ceased in Bangkok
After several weeks of flooding throughout parts of the central region of Thailand, many areas are now clear of floodwaters.
Foreign & Commonwealth Office withdraws Thai travel warning
While still advising “caution” while travelling to Thailand, the British Foreign & Commonwealth Office is no longer advising against “all but essential” travel to the country. Bangkok and many of the surrounding areas are still experiencing flooding, with as many as 530 deaths reported as a result.
Receding floods reduce impact on Thai tourism
Receding floodwaters north of Bangkok have reduced the threat to the Thai capital, prime minister Yingluck Shinawatra has said, easing pressure on the national tourism industry there.“If things go on like this, we expect floodwater in Bangkok to recede within the first week of November,” Shinawatra told the country in a televised address.
Foreign Office warns against Thai travel as situation deteriorates
Officials at the British Foreign & Commonwealth Office have begun to warn against “all but essential” travel to the Thai capital of Bangkok as flooding worsens. A further 26 provinces in Thailand are also affected by flooding, with hundreds of deaths and billions of dollars worth of damage reported across the country.
Thai airport closed as flood waters rise
Flood waters in the Thai capital of Bangkok have breached barriers at Don Muang Airport forcing it to close. Hundreds of local residents who had been sheltering in the terminal building of the domestic airport have also been evacuated.
Situation update on flooding in Thailand
Over the past several weeks, seasonal rains that are heavier than usual have resulted in widespread flooding in Thailand.
Great Hotels of the World announces new hotel opening in Thailand
Great Hotels of the World are pleased to announce the opening of a brand new hotel – Mantra Samui Resort and Spa on 10 October 2011, following a three and a half year development at a cost of $20 million.
World Travel Awards celebrates success of Asian tourism in Bangkok
Asia’s role in leading the global travel and tourism recovery has been acknowledged at a gala ceremony hosted by World Travel Awards in Bangkok. VIPs, senior tourism leaders, captains of industry and international media travelled from over 30 nations across the region to attend the WTA Asia & Australasia Ceremony 2011 at Dusit Thani Bangkok.
Thailand golf tourism heads towards $US2 Billion
Led by growth from Australia and Europe, the value of foreign golf tourism to Thailand may reach $US2 billion in 2012 for the first time. The strength of Thai golf tourism will be acknowledged later at the World Travel Awards Asia & Australasia Gala Ceremony.
World Travel Awards to boost Thailand tourism
As the World Travel Awards Asia & Australasia ceremony gets underway in Bangkok, Thailand - Breaking Travel News has put together a round up of some of the impressive developments taking place accross the country.
Breaking Travel News interview: A day in the life of a Bangkok tour guide
Tourism is one of the most important industries in Thailand, with targets for international visitors in 2012 set at 19.5 million by the Thailand Tourism Authority (TAT) which which would generate revenue of approximately 760 billion Baht (US$24.85 billion USD).
Thailand’s leading spas to be recognised by World Travel Awards
In recent years, Thailand has emerged as one of Asia’s most popular spa destinations, with its traditional ancient healing techniques that draw visitors from all over the world.