Amazing Thailand

Only very recently has the world seen a dramatic increase in the numbers of international travelers touring the globe for a different type of tourism objective. One of the most popular types to explode in popularity over the past few years is ‘medical tourism’, and this is where Thailand has really made her mark. From just over 600,000 foreigners travelling to Thailand for medical treatment in 2002, an estimated 2 million are expected in 2009. This is a phenomenal number which makes medical tourism one of Thailand’s most important sources of foreign income. It is extremely difficult to pin-point the exact reasons why Thailand has become a haven for those seeking medical treatment abroad, but what is obvious are the defining attractive factors. First of all are the cost-saving & quality factors. Thailand boasts some of ... read more

Anyone who has ever been to Thailand will have repeatedly witnessed the reason why the Kingdom has rightly been dubbed the Land of Smiles. A land of warm and friendly folk where visitors will be met with caring beaming smiles the minute they steps off the plane. Many foreigners are perplexed to why a country like Thailand can be so open and hospitable to foreigners and be so delightfully happy to meet and greet and help them. It is beyond doubt that Thai smiles and hospitality are two of the most resounding aspects of Thailand which attract so many visitors to this sun-filled ancient land. Then, perhaps not quite like back home, Thais’ smiles and hospitality are unmistakably genuine - all coming straight from the heart. So, where do these strikingly positive Thai characteristics originate from? ... read more

On an international scale, the rise in the popularity of spas over the past decade has been utterly phenomenal, and one country which has had an amazing surge in the amount of ‘spa tourists’ is the Southeast Asian country of Thailand. So, how come Thailand’s spa scene has rocketed in the last few years? Well, there’s no way of answering that question in one simple sentence. The answer is a mix of essential factors which outline the variety and quality of spa treatment available in Thailand at very reasonable rates. An ancient country of exuberant culture, Theravada Buddhism, spoiling services and serene ambience means a spa with a difference. The Kingdom’s spas entwine the characters of deep Thai culture as well as harnessing ancient expertise. Many of Thailand’ spas are set in the land’s most exquisite ... read more

The Kingdom of Thailand, a kaleidoscope of different cultures, religions, cuisine and scenery is a magnet to tourists in search of something exotically special. The land is simply a concoction of a seemingly endless variety of wonders; the perfect idyllic place to keep the seeds of a relationship burning bright for time immemorial. Something for every taste and the warmest welcome imaginable. One specific group of people which has been increasingly attracted to Thailand like a magnet is those who are getting married, having a honeymoon, rekindling former marriage vows or basically enjoying a new love-life. Thailand, as a romantic get-away, is the perfect place to spend time with your loved-one. Couples can feel like a king and queen as they are lavished by Thailand’s superior hotels that do their utmost to spoil guests in luxury. ... read more

The Scandinavian country of the Kingdom of Norway has awarded Thailand “The Best Tourist Destination” for the 6th consecutive year and Thai Airways International has been chosen as “The Best Intercontinental Airlines” for the 5th time. On 5 January 2009, the Thai Ambassador to Norway, His Excellency Jullapong Nonsrichai, along with representatives of the Tourism Authority of Thailand attended the Grand Travel Awards 2009 ceremony in Oslo to accept the recognitions on behalf of the country’s tourism industry and Thai Airways International. On receiving the recognitions, H.E Jullapong Nonsrichai expressed his appreciation and indicated that the award is testimony of the confidence that Norwegians have in Thailand. He after went on to stress that the situation in Thailand has returned to normal and the government is determined to ensure that the whole of Thailand continues ... read more

Showing glaring initiative once again, the Tourism Authority of Thailand with the co-operation of the Ministry of Tourism & Sports has taken even more steps to promote Thailand with a riveting new campaign to encourage inbound tourism by allowing a great opportunity to the industry’s products suppliers. As thorough success, however, depends on the alliance of all travel related bodies, it is there therefore, that the TAT asks all travel suppliers, operators and traders to participate in their new Thailand Super Deals campaign at www.thailandsuperdeal.com. This ‘deals promoting website’, is aimed at promoting tourism in Thailand by offering potential travelers a rich diversity of real value for money accommodation, exciting holiday packages, shopping incentives, airline discounts and activity specials. Since its launch in late December of last year, Thailand Super Deals ha... read more

Starting off the New Year as they finished the last, the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has taken yet another encouraging measure to motivate even more tourists to come and enjoy the treats of Thailand with a brand-new all-in-one wallet friendly website. Their innovative campaign this time around to encourage inbound travel is “Thailand Super Deals”. http://www.thailandsuperdeal.com, alongside the TAT, is a brand-new website with the co-operation of travel suppliers, tourism operators and related tourism enterprises offering tourists to Thailand an exciting array of travel incentives to lessen the burden of financial expenditure. The Super Deals are a collection of some of the best value for money accommodation, exciting holiday packages, shopping incentives, airline discounts and activity specials, all brought together on a single website. Starting off with only a ha... read more

With the advent of the Internet, it is no wonder that online advice on travel destinations has now become the number source for those planning their holiday itineraries. And once again, Thailand has scored well-deserved kudos from experienced and knowledgeable global travelers. This time around, real travelers, have in the 2008 Trip Advisor's Travelers' Choice Destinations Awards, designated six Thailand destinations as among the best in the world and in Asia. Top ranked was the stunning Andaman island of Ko Phi Phi (Best in the World) followed closely by Bangkok, Krabi, Chiang Mai, Ko Phangan and Ko Tao which were all voted best in Asia. All the travelers who voted belonged to the Internet's most popular and largest travel community website www.tripadvisor.com The award-winning www.tripadvisor.com, founded in February of 2004, ranks amongst the world’s top 500 ... read more

With fluctuating oil prices, dwindling global economies and volatile currency exchange rates, travelers are now, more than ever, seeking out tourism destinations which offer the upmost value for money. This is where Thailand, the Land of Smiles and the tourism epicenter of Southeast Asia steps in and paves the way; a country where those with higher spending power can enjoy a luxurious 5-star hotel room for just a 100 Euro and an exquisitely romantic buffet dinner cruise for 60 Euro. Then, for those on a budget an exotically located beach bungalow can be had for 15 Euro and a dish of tasty shrimp fried rice for even less than a Euro. It is no wonder therefore, that Thailand has, this year been awarded the designation of Best Country Brand for Value for Money by the coveted ... read more

Since their birth almost 40 years ago, the international award-winning Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has, like the rest of the country, witnessed a kaleidoscope of political and social milestones; and this year, 2008, has certainly been no exception. Over all those years the TAT has been whole-heartedly dedicated to serving, welcoming and advising tourists to Thailand. With the events of late November and the closure of both Suvarnabhumi and Don Muang airports, the TAT alongside the Ministry of Tourism and Sports, Tourism Council of Thailand (TCT), Association of Thai Travel Agents (ATTA) and Thai Hotels Association (THA) took upmost strides in assisting stranded foreign tourists unable to leave the country. The Tourism Authority of Thailand’s top and foremost priority was to immediately provide accommodation and meals for those affected at top-class middle of the range ... read more