Thailand Tourism News
IHG signs for eight Thai properties with Ratanakorn Asset
InterContinental Hotels Groups has announced the signing of eight new properties in Thailand’s key resort destinations of Pattaya, Rayong, Phuket, Khao Lak and Koh Samui.
InterContinental Yao Yai Resort set for 2020 opening in Thailand
Set between southern Thailand’s mainland and Phuket Island lies Phang Nga Bay, a scenic bay replete with limestone cliffs, mangrove forests and pristine islands.
X2 Chiang Mai Riverside brings luxury flourish to Thailand
Distinctively blending the old with the new, the 30-room X2 Chiang Mai Riverside stands out from its peers with a prime waterfront location, spacious, stylish accommodation, a stunning rooftop pool and constantly evolving menus of world-class, Michelin cuisine.
Eva Air launches daily Chiang Mai connections
Eva Air will launch daily non-stop flights between Taipei and Chiang Mai on July 1st. Taiwan’s independent airline will serve the route with an Airbus A321-200, configured in business and economy classes for 184 passengers.
Qatar Airways launches new route to Pattaya, Thailand
Qatar Airways’ first direct non-stop flight to the beautiful holiday destination of Pattaya touched down at U-Tapao Rayong Pattaya International Airport today, inaugurating the airline’s newest Thai destination.
New operations leadership for Marriott Executive Apartments Sukhumvit Park Bangkok
Marriott International has confirmed the appointment of Vazid Shaikh as the new director of operations of Marriott Executive Apartments Sukhumvit Park Bangkok. Shaikh brings with him a comprehensive experience of more than 15 years in hospitality industry from leading international hotels in Thailand, Malaysia and India with a strong expertise on food & beverage operations and training.
Qatar Airways expands Thailand options with new Bangkok frequency
Qatar Airways is continuing its expansion in Asia by adding an additional flight to Bangkok, providing its passengers even more flexibility in visiting the Thai capital. The new service to Bangkok, which commences on March 25th, is part of the airline’s continued expansion in south-east Asia, following its launch of direct service to Thailand’s Chiang Mai late last year.
Centara takes ownership of Centra by Centara Government Complex Hotel, Thailand
Centara Hotels & Resorts has signed a long-term lease agreement for the Centra by Centara Government Complex Hotel & Convention Centre, Chaeng Watthana. Centara chairman Suthikiati Chirativat signed the agreement for the 204-room hotel and conference property in the Thai government community ten minutes from Bangkok’s Don Mueang International Airport.
Centara launches new Cosi format in Samui, Thailand
The new Cosi Hotel on Samui Island is now officially open and welcoming independent, tech-savvy travellers. It is as different from a traditional hotel as a new smartphone is from the mobile phones of the 90s.
Langham Hospitality Group signs for new property in Bangkok
Langham Hospitality Group has announced an agreement with Canapaya Development to manage a luxury hotel by the banks of Chao Phraya River in Bangkok.
Rosewood Phuket welcomes first guests in Thailand
Rosewood Phuket opens today, nestled along 600 meters of one of the last remaining secluded beaches on the island, on Emerald Bay in south-western Phuket.
Mövenpick expands in Thailand with Chiang Mai property
Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts is making its mark in northern Thailand with the opening of the brand’s first property in the kingdom’s cultural capital, Chiang Mai. The 266 rooms Mövenpick Suriwongse Hotel Chiang Mai has opened its doors to guests, marking another milestone in the hospitality company’s Asian expansion strategy and growing its portfolio in Thailand to six properties strong.