Jetstar has ramped up long haul international flights in response to the increasing number of Aussie holidaymakers seeking affordable overseas family getaways. Between 23 December 2011 and 31 January 2012, Jetstar will offer almost 28,000 extra seats to-and-from Phuket, Bali and Honolulu. That’s almost 40 per cent more compared to the same peak period...
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The Surin Phuket (formerly The Chedi Phuket) will re-open its doors on December 21 after extensive renovation. Located on one of the most popular Thai islands known for its lush tropical landscape and white sandy beaches, the resort is nestled on the tranquil coast of Phuket’s finest shore Pansea Beach. The 108-cottage seafront retreat...
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According to data released in C9 Hotelworks’ Phuket Hotel Market Update, arrivals to Asia’s leading resort destination in the first half of the year increased 20% over the same period in 2010. With tourism numbers surging, Phuket Airport is expecting a record four million passenger arrivals this year. “First half trading by volume markets...
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Now in its eighth year, the Phuket International Boat Show (“PIMEX”) continues to grow, promoting the Island’s marine and tourism industries as it attracts increasing numbers of international exhibitors and visitors each year. Its organizers expects Phuket International Boat Show to Generate Over THB8 Billion for Thailand’s Marine and Tourism Industries. Informa Yacht Group,...
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Almost all currencies has weakened towards the Thai baht in 2010. Europeans from EU-zone who plan to spend the holidays in Thailand this high season will get 14 percent less for the Euro or Danish kroner now than they did over the last new year period. Exchange rates Currency 01-Jan-10 30-Nov-10 Change 100 Danish...
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Satun and the northern Malaysian state of Kedah has agreed to collaborate in tourism programs to attract more tourists to this part of the region. Kedah Tourism, Domestic Trade, Consumer Affairs, Indian Community and Estate Workers Committee chairman M. Manikumar said the collaboration was meant for designing, transforming and revolutionizing the entire tourism industry...
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The Aussies dominated in this years Laguna Phuket Triathlon. This years event with the 16th and drew a record number of participants. The triathlon race started early Sunday morning at the Laguna Phuket compound. The participants took part in a 1.8 kilometer long swim, 55 kilometers bicycle ride and 12 kilometer run around the...
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The Lao National Institute of Tourism and Hospitality (LANITH) has launched a global search to identify a private sector investor to partner with it in the development and operation of a unique hotel in Vientiane, Laos. The institute has a 3,700 sqm riverfront plot in downtown Vientiane that is suitable for a 75-100 room,...
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AirAsia achieved another world record, this time by selling more than 500,000 seats in 24 hours. Air Asia sold a record-breaking 538,000 seats on Wednesday, the first day of its Mind Blowing Fare campaign, which offers 10 baht airfares for domestic and international flights. AirAsia bested its previous record of 390,000 seats sold in...
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Each year, the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) recognizes travel industry leaders who have contributed to the development and promotion of travel and tourism across the Asia Pacific region. Outrigger Laguna Phuket Resort and Villas has won a prestigious PATA Gold Award in the Marketing Campaign-Hospitality category for its highly successful, fully integrated opening...
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