Indonesia will launch high-speed rail funded by China
The first high-speed train in Southeast Asia will open in Indonesia on Monday. China is funding the multibillion dollar project, which will shorten travel time between Jakarta and other major…
MRTA grant clearance for the B20 tariff
Beginning on December 1, riders on the MRT’s Purple Line will only be have to pay a maximum fee of 20 Baht per journey thanks to a decision made by…
Phuket seeks B148 billion for a tourism expansion
In order to transform Phuket into a major regional tourism hub, the Transport Ministry will ask for a 148 billion baht budget for infrastructure upgrades in the resort island, including…
SAT-1 will be totally operational by the end of the year
Thursday marked the opening of the new satellite terminal at Suvarnabhumi International Airport following a preliminary launch. The new satellite terminal, dubbed Satellite 1 (SAT-1), will increase the overall handling…
AirAsia calls for action to cut travel costs
Thai AirAsia suggests that, in addition to its visa-free program for the Chinese, the government should reduce the increasing travel costs for tourists, which have risen since the pandemic. Thai…
Exhibition from the IT&CM Asia at the Bangkok Convention Centre at Central World
Day 2 at the IT&CM Asia. Todays Exhibition had wide ranges of of booths promoting the travel industry within the Asia-Pacific region. Popular was Hong Kong, Thailand, South Korea and…
Thai Airways to add more flights
Thai Airways International (THAI) has announced plans to expand its international destinations in the upcoming high season in order to attract more tourists. The airline will also resume flights to…
Air France and KLM orders 50 A350 and 40 options
Air France-KLM, the fourth-largest airline group in Europe, has confirmed its plan to purchase 50 Airbus A350 family aircraft with an option for an additional 40 planes. This order is…
IT&CM Asia Press conference at the Bangkok Convention Centre at Central World
Established in 1993, Incentive Travel & Conventions, Meetings Asia (IT&CMA) is a leading international MICE event centered in the Asia-Pacific region. It plays a pivotal role in promoting and nurturing…
Passenger handling area will increase with new terminal
Ten airlines have expressed interest in using the Satellite One (SAT-1) terminal at Suvarnabhumi Airport once it opens for testing on Friday, according to the Airports of Thailand (AOT).Now that…