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Trip.com offers free city tours of Shanghai to transit passengers
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 29/04/2024
» In Shanghai, international transit passengers eligible for China's 72-144 hour visa-free policy as well as those holding a 24-hour temporary entry permit can enjoy a new way to kill time as Trip.com is offering free Shanghai Express city tours to visitors who want to experience China's financial and trading hub, a place where East meets West.
Centara offers 33% savings for Bangkok bookings
Life, Published on 21/03/2024
» For visitors who book three-night or longer consecutive stays between now and June 30, Centara Hotels & Resorts is offering the "Urban Escape: Unlock 33% Savings In Bangkok" deal to the end of the month.
Centel earns three distinctions at IAA Awards
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 23/08/2023
» Central Plaza Hotel Public Company Limited (Centel), Thailand’s leading hotel and restaurant operator, received three prestigious accolades in the Travel & Hospitality category at the IAA Awards for Listed Companies 2022-2023 held by the Investment Analysts Association.
Soulful trips
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 15/08/2023
» When mentioning spiritual tourism, people think about visiting sacred places and obtaining objects that bring fortune. However, spiritual trips created by Sook -- an enterprise from the Thai Health Promotion Foundation -- were designed to help travellers learn about Thai art, architecture and the meaning of symbols that adorn various places. The activities are specifically tailored for travellers and aim to enhance their knowledge and discover their inner selves.
Booking.com launches K-pop experience
Life, Published on 03/08/2023
» With the growing popularity of K-pop, Booking.com recently introduced the "Ultimate K-pop Experience" in Seoul offering exclusive access that begins with a two-night stay at the Executive Producer Suite at RYSE, followed by the true essence of K-pop culture, coveted front-row seats to the live music show M Countdown, and a private makeover from professional hair and make-up artists who work with K-pop idols and celebrities ranging from IU and Lee Seung-gi to members of Girls' Generation and Kep1er, as well as exclusive K-pop dance lessons.
A vanishing heritage
Life, Thana Boonlert, Published on 10/07/2023
» If it were not for a handful of visitors, the Chao Mae Thap Thim Shrine would completely vanish. Flanked by metal sheet fences, a narrow alley leads to the remnants of age-old communities. An entrance is adorned with red lanterns. A facade is painted with mythological figures. A roof is embellished with tile dolls. The smell of burning incense wafts through the open gate. Inside, deities are worshipped on an altar with a gilded frame.
A creative plan to restore the glory of Khon Kaen's business district
Life, Thana Boonlert, Published on 01/06/2023
» 'Chuka, chuka, chuka." Gone are the days when people made their own garments, but sewing machines still hum from a narrow corner of an old shophouse. Stacks of different clothes and mannequins take up space on the ground floor. Staff cut fabric, engrave names and sew white uniforms in an assembly line. Aunt Wan graces them with buttonholes, producing hundreds of hospital gowns for doctors in Isan.
A mystical land
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 11/05/2023
» With the chilly winter breeze subsiding, Taiwan is gaining favour with Thai tourists looking for short-haul affordable holidays. My recent trip to Taipei coincided with the launch of the "Taiwan The Lucky Land" campaign, which offers foreign visitors the chance to win NT$5,000 (5,470 baht) in coupons as pocket money until June 30.
Chiva-Som launches 'Friends Of Chiva-Som' campaign
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 01/05/2023
» As this year marks the 28th anniversary of Chiva-Som, the wellness pioneer has launched brand-new "Friends Of Chiva-Som" campaign to preserve the natural environment surrounding its two resorts in Hua Hin, Thailand and Al Ruwais, Qatar, and to promote sustainable tourism and wellness practices on a global scale.
Mae Hong Son loses air service
Published on 20/04/2023
» MAE HONG SON: Local tourism authorities are developing plans to help the northern province’s tourism sector after Nok Air stopped its direct flights there as they were losing money.