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2006-04-15T16:21:00.000+07:00

Spain Travel - Golf Hotels Andalucia

Alhaurin Golf Hotel & Resort Located in the suburb of Alhaurin El Grande, Alhaurin Golf Hotel & Resort is a mere 15 kilometres from the coast. The hotel is indeed the perfect place to take a rest, relax and get in touch with nature while playing a game of golf, tennis or horse riding.The hotel has 38 comfortable rooms with individual air conditioning and heating that are equipped with a host of amenities. The Alhaurin Golf Hotel and Resort features facilities like conference room, sauna, swimming pool and also a bar as well as a restaurant.
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NH Almenara Golf Hotel & Spa Sotogrande The NH Almenara Hotel is situated in the heart of Sotogrande city. The hotel boasts a unique position with a beautiful sea, marvellous pools and a golf course surrounding it. The immediate environment is relatively undeveloped providing a tranquil and natural location ideal for a resort and spa. The property also has a panoramic view of the nearby hills and mountains.The hotel offers 148 spacious guestrooms all well furnished and nicely equipped to give a feeling of being home while away from home. The hotel also has a variety of facilities and services that are sure to meet the needs of both business and leisure travellers.
Barcelo Costa Ballena Golf and Spa Hotel Rota Ideal place for golf lovers, Barcelo Costa Ballena Golf and Spa Hotel Rota is located next to an 18-hole golf course, on the seashore. Built with typical Andalusian Style and Colonial Architecture, the property is set on the Costa Ballena, in the province of Cadiz. The hotel boasts 228 comfortable bedrooms with magnificent views of the sea and golf course.At the on site, there is a buffet restaurant, snack bar, next to the pool and a lobby bar with a warm atmosphere, Andalusian style and decorated in a golf theme. The hotel offers 6 halls with the capacity to accommodate up to 260 persons, ideal for the organization of all types of meetings and business trips. In addition, outdoor pools, children's pool, children's mini-club, sports area and games room are also available at the premises.
AC Nuevo Portil Golf Hotel Huelva The AC Nuevo Portil Golf is a hotel with colonial design located onto the 18-hole golf course of Nuevo Portil. It is only at a short distance from the famous beaches. It also offers access to a wide variety of recreational opportunities, including water sports and golf courses.The hotel has 69 spectacular living rooms that are duly equipped to promote their functional value as spaces for social gatherings. A combination of the latest technologies and a comfortable atmosphere makes this hotel suitable for both leisure and business stays.

2006-04-15T11:10:00.000+07:00

Hotels For Golfer - Golf Courses Bangkok

Play at over 20 top golf courses in the Bangkok area!
Bangkok is a golf lovers paradise. There are many excellent golf courses near by. All top golf course designers are represented. If you have not experienced golf in Thailand, then Bangkok is the place to start. The city is also a good branching out point to combine with tours and golf in other cities.
Please note that all top golf courses are very heavily booked on weekends and holidays. Minimum is a three-some at all courses on weekends. If you would like to make a reservation as single golfer, you will have to join another group at the golf course. Distance from Bangkok city center is between 30 to 90 minutes (very heavy traffic during rush hour from 7:00 - 9:00 and 16:00 - 19:00).

2006-04-14T15:56:00.000+07:00

Hotels For Golfer - Discount Golf Accommodation Worldwide

Think you are the next Tiger Woods? Want to go and watch the Ryder Cup or one of the major Pro tournaments, maybe you've got tickets for the U.S. Open or are you just planning on treating your golf club to a vacation soon? Hotels For Golfer is the ideal place to book the perfect hotel at the golf course of your choice. We have a huge selection of discount to luxury hotels in, or near to, some of the world's best golf resorts. Whether you want to stay within putting distance from the course or whether you want to stay out in the rough, www.hotels-for-golfer.com can help meet all your accommodation needs in the golf hotel of your choice.
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Europe
Portugal - Easily reached, Portugal is a paradise where the golfer can play almost every day of the year. Every course offers new and surprising landscapes, backed up by excellent services and facilities.Spain - Golf holiday in Spain, probably the best destination in Europe for golf breaks.
France - Though it can't touch tennis, le foot, or bicycling for popularity in France, golf is beginning to catch on, and you may be able to find a course close to where you're staying. Typical greens fees range from 200-300FF, depending on the season.
Ireland - has established itself internationally as a major golf destination, particularly in recent years with the hosting of major competitions such as the American Express World Championships in 2002 and the Ryder Cup in 2006.
Asia
Thailand - For a truly unforgettable golfing experience, Thailand is a must for anyone wanting to have a custom golf vacation that they will remain in their memory forever. As one of the world's leading tourism destinations, Thailand is a theater of cultural and sensual contrasts that continue to draw millions of overseas visitors each year.
Indonesia - Indonesian golf courses appeal to every caliber of player from beginner/recreational to amateur to professional players. Not only the quality of the courses, but the spectacular settings in which many of the courses are located is increasingly attracting the golfers from around the world.
Hong Kong - It's not as cheap to play golf as it used to be. Greens fees have tripled in the past decade, driven up no doubt by the flocks of golfing enthusiasts from Japan, where the cost of a game is through the roof. But compared with playing golf in Japan, Hong Kong is a giveaway, especially since the opening of the two 18-hole public golf courses at Kau Sai Chau, near Sai Kung in the New Territories.
Malaysia - is truly unique as a golfing destination, the diversity of its courses is unrivalled in the world. Numbering more than 190 throughout the country, they can be found high in the mountains, along the seashore, on tropical islands, amidst towering rain forests and in the heart of the city. As well as offering spectacular scenery, many of these courses are equipped with the best facilities and amenities to be found anywhere, to make your golfing a complete and unforgettable experience.
Vietnam - as a tropical country with a warm climate and high humidity of air, it is the perfect environment for keeping grass fresh and green. So in the last years, world-class golf courses have been created from North to South and some others are under construction. Even if the number of 18-holes reaches only the dozen for the time being, Vietnam is on the way to become a golf and tourism destination.

Golf Rules from USGA and The Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St. Andrews, ScotlandLearning and playing by the Rules of Golf is very important. Golf is a game where you are expected to play by the rules and it is each player's responsibility to follow the rules.

2006-04-14T07:47:00.000+07:00

Hotel Phuket - Dusit Laguna Resort Phuket
LocationDusit Laguna Resort is situated on the island of Phuket, which lies in the Andaman Sea, on Thailand's south-west coast.
RoomsEnjoying an unrivalled location, overlooking a sandy white beach and flanked by two tropical lagoons, Dusit Laguna offers deluxe accommodation in 226 guest rooms and suites. All have private balconies, and are appointed to ensure total comfort.
RestaurantDusit Laguna offers a tempting choice of fine dining, including a cafe, lounge and restaurants.
GeneralThe elegant Dusit Laguna Hall accommodates up to 200 persons or may be divided into 2 smaller rooms, making it ideal for smaller meetings or break-out sessions. Angsana Spa Retreats is designed to be sanctuaries for the inner self and to refresh and rejuvenate your spirit as well as your physical being. The resort also offers a wide variety of sports and activities to enhance the excitement of your stay.
Address:
Dusit Laguna Resort Phuket390 Srisoontorn RoadCherngtalyaAmphur TalangPhuket Island 83110Thailand

2006-04-14T05:15:00.000+07:00

Hotel Malaysia - Langkawi Village Resort
Langkawi Village Resort
The Langkawi Village Resort is strategically set on a 10 acre verdant landscaped grove of coconut palms at Pantai Tengah, on the South West of Langkawi Island. With a golden beachfront of soft sand stretching over 400 metres and lapped by cool inviting waters, this wonderful resort offers a panoramic vista of the nearby islands.This resort has to offer beautifully appointed rooms, which are all fully equipped with the latest amenities and the best services delivered by the staff. Recreational activities like Island Hoping Trips, Jungle Trekking, Boat rides and Jet Skis are arranged by the resort to while away time during their stay.

2006-04-14T05:12:00.000+07:00

Jordan Sightseeing Tours Events & Attractions - Private Full Day Tour of Petra: "You will depart the hotel early in the morning to drive south to the Nabatean Red - Rose City of Petra that can be considered one of the wonders of the world. The city located 140 miles (225 kilometers) from Amman, was carved in stone more than 2000 years ago in order to dominate the trade routes of ancient Arabia. You will visit it's towns, damns, and water channels.
The visit begins with a walk through the siq, a narrow path of three quarters of a mile (1.2 kilometers), which is the main entrance to the city. The ancient main entrance to Petra. An impressive long, deep and narrow gorge of stunning natural beauty. The Siq is hemmed in by cliffs soaring up to 263 feet (80 meters). At the end of the siq, you will see the treasury - Khazneh, which was believed to hold countless treasures. The first view of the Khazneh is absolutely breathtaking so have your camera ready! Other monuments you will see are the Theatre, the Altar of Sacrifice, and the Royal tombs.
Please ensure you wear comfortable shoes for such an incredible and unforgettable adventure just like that of Indiana Jones!
GUIDES
As the Ministry of Jordan does not allow a driver to also be a guide, there is not a guide included in the cost of your tour. Your driver will be very informative and be able to point out and explain sites as you drive past. Many people prefer to visit the sites and follow the walking tracks on their own, although there will be local guides available for hire on arrival into Petra for an approximate cost of US$30.00 per visit. Your driver will be happy to assist you with any questions or exchange of money"

2006-04-11T16:20:00.000+07:00

Hotel Phuket - Central Karon Beach Resort Phuket - Last Minute
Central Karon Beach Resort is a modern mid-rise resort with panoramic views of Karon Beach and the lush hinterland of hills behind. From the fringe of Phuket emerald green hills, the crystal clear water of the Andaman sea unfold into the horizon. Karon Beach displays its majestic sweep as one of the finest soft white sandy beaches to be found anywhere on Phuket island, and it is a popular holiday resort offering the visitor everything that is expected from a tropical island holiday.
Hotel Address:
33/125 Patak Road, Karon Beach, Phuket 83100 Thailand

2006-04-11T03:13:00.000+07:00

Top Travel Bangkok - Map of Bangkok Sky Train (BTS) and Subway (MRT)

Hua Lamphong Located on Rama 4 Road near the front of Hua Lamphong Railway Station between Rong Muang and Mahapruettharam Intersection.
New Empire Hotel Bangkok The New Empire Hotel offers the very finest warm Thai and Chinese hospitality to all visitors who come to Bangkok. High standard of services and value for money are our priority commitment and we still preserve this tradition.

Sam Yan Located along the Rama 4 Road on Phaya Thai and Si Phraya Intersection near the front of Wat Hua Lamphong.
Montien Hotel Bangkok Location The hotel is located on Surawongse Road. The property is adjacent to the Pat Pong entertainment area and has reasonable links to other shopping, commercial, and entertainment areas. It has easy access to nearest subway Sam Yan Station. Rooms Rooms are large and well appointed and offer traditional Thai feel. Bathrooms are of medium size and in good condition. Restaurant Restaurants provide a range of Thai, Asian and International cuisines. General Public areas are clean and tidy and a wide range of facilities and services are offered.
Mandarin Hotel Bangkok Location The hotel is located on Rama IV Road just a 100 metres away from the Rama IV Si Phya Road junction. The hotel is close to most airline offices and main business areas. It is conveniently located for major entertainment, and is within twenty minutes to Pat Pong entertainment district on Silom Road. The hotel is only ten minutes away from the shopping districts such as MBK, Siam and World Trade Shopping Centre. It is also close to nearest subway at Sam Yan Station. Rooms Rooms are medium sized. The triple rooms are larger than the twin rooms. The colour scheme is blue grey with floral designs. All rooms are air-conditioned with individual controls, self-dial telephone with wake-up services, multi-channel music. The rooms also have stocked refrigerators and colour television with in-house movies plus satellite television (UBC). Bathrooms are finished in Italian marble. 24 hour room service, same day valet and laundry service are also available.

Si Lom An Interchange Station to Sala Deang BTS Station. Located along Rama 4 road on Silom Intersection beneath the Thai-Japanese cross over bridge.

and much more....

2006-04-10T11:00:00.000+07:00

Escape routes
Songkran is around the corner. It’s time to either escape the heat, escape the crowds, or go one step further – escape the country
One of the great qualities of Songkran is that, unless you are stuck in an office, it is almost impossible not to change your routine during these few days. Parents beckon, activities are taking place everywhere, parties are outrageous, and everyone seems to be in a good mood. But what you do will depend on your preference. Some prefer a quiet time and others full immersion in the holiday. Here are three, full-proof itineraries:

2006-04-09T07:51:00.000+07:00

Postcard-perfect Portugal
Nothing is more important on a holiday than refusing to be hurried. Even if one has only a week or two out of the other 52 working-like-a-dog days in life's calendar, it is prudent to spend them in pursuits like peeling a sweet Portugal orange on a sun-soaked balcony in Albufeira, while the winds off the Atlantic blow freshness and energy back into your soul.
I suspect that's why I found so many winter-weary Maritimers in the Algarve province in Portugal last month. It's the new Florida or Cuba for many from the Metro Moncton area, since air fare plus two weeks at a super-nice apartment still comes in at $1,409 per person plus tax. It's considerably cheaper on a per day basis if you're one of the lucky ones staying for two or three months.

2006-04-08T14:41:00.000+07:00

Seville: the big orange
Three features make Seville stand out not only as a city in Spain but one of the finest settlements in Europe. They are the smell, the streets and the tiles. These might seem odd items to bring together, yet in a subtle way they are the secret of the success of a place that, despite the undoubted popularity of Andalusia, is still something of a mystery to that section of the British population which thinks that straying more than a mile from the coast on a visit to southern Spain is, well, criminal. ....

2006-04-08T13:26:00.000+07:00

Resort report: Fuerteventura
Golden drifts of sand, like fine-spun silk, ripple towards the sparkling shore. Goats are herded across arid plains dotted with windmills. And long-dead volcanoes, scarred and deformed, pierce the cloudless sky.
Just 50 miles from Saharan Africa, the island of Fuerteventura has a breathtaking, barren beauty. Despite the volcanic terrain, it has some of the best beaches in the Canary Islands - miles and miles of largely deserted sand. Guaranteed sunshine and negligible rain make it a great year-round destination, and there is no time difference after the four-hour flight....

2006-04-08T13:24:00.000+07:00

Gourmet tour of the Basque Country
From the pleasant town of Saint-Jean-de-Luz to the very picturesque port of Getaria, the Basque coast boasts magnificent scenery and a fabulous gastronomic heritage. The Basque Country is a geographical, cultural and linguistic entity. It has always been considered as a unit by the French and Spanish sides alike: so it is quite natural for an inhabitant of Saint-Jean-de-Luz to go and spend the evening in San Sebastian, which is the nearest big city (30 km/19 miles away), or for an inhabitant of Irun to go and visit Biarritz or Bayonne! ....

2006-04-06T12:36:00.000+07:00

Why Hamburg?
Americans do things a little different in soccer.
While most finalists at the 2006 World Cup will be bunkered in the German countryside, the U.S. national team will be staying in the heart of Hamburg, Germany's entertainment capital.

2006-04-06T12:35:00.000+07:00

Finnair launches flights to Kuala Lumpur
Finnair is opening yet another destination in Asia when flights from Helsinki to Malaysian capital Kuala Lumpur begin in May 2007. The route will be operated three times a week via Bangkok.

2006-04-05T08:39:00.000+07:00

Seafood Galore "Jimbaran Style" at Hotel Sanur Beach
Hotel Sanur Beach takes great pleasure to announce the launch of its very own ‘Jimbaran style’ seafood restaurant on the beach.

2006-04-04T04:58:00.000+07:00

Marriott's new standard of superior slumber!

Hotel & Tours - Famous Hotel Chains - Marriott
Marriott Resorts & Spas, Bangkok-Hua Hin-Pattaya has announced that it has implemented new luxurious bedding which features plusher mattresses, softer sheets, more pillows and a new, fresh, white look.

2006-04-03T09:12:00.000+07:00

Marketing the wilds of East Java
Could the little village of Pacet in the hills outside Surabaya become the eco-tourism center of East Java? It certainly has the credentials: Dense forests, steep slopes, spectacular waterfalls and fertile valleys; history for the finding; culture for the curious.

2006-04-03T09:11:00.000+07:00

Hawaii as Haven
Hawaii was calling, as it often does when my agenda is R&R. I was seeking Hawaii without glitz -- no beachfront hotels, torch-lighted hula shows or $12 Mai Tais. It's doable, even as some Hawaiian places veer close to becoming like the places visitors come here to escape.
My quest took me to Kauai, where I was salted and kneaded by practitioners of Hawaiian massage; to Oahu, where I took a history tour of Waikiki; and to the Big Island, where I rode a mule and tasted coffee beans.
I love Hawaii and not just because the water's warm. Here, I shed my cares with my shoes and while away hours doing the simplest things.

2006-04-02T14:57:00.000+07:00

Cricket fever to erupt in Thailand
Hundreds of sportsmen plus their families are in Thailand this month to take part in a series of tournaments around the country, but they will be playing a game that most local people don't understand - cricket.
Arguably the biggest amateur cricket tournament in the world starts today in Thailand's northern capital of Chiang Mai, and that tournament is followed by similar competitions in Hua Hin and Phuket.

2006-04-01T14:26:00.000+07:00

San Marino Grand Prix April 23, 2006 - Start: 10.00 Imola

Italy Travel - Last Minute Hotels in Bologna
The San Marino Grand Prix is the home of Ferrari, Imola is the home of the Tifosi and the track is named after Enzo`s son Dino. So is it any wonder that its fanatical following is swathed in red with the Cavalino motif for all to see. The track has been described as a miniature Nurburgring because of it`s wooded areas, variety of curves and corners, and its wonderful undulating terrain. It`s not a sophisticated circuit; it`s just a great racetrack, the San Marino Grand Prix is a venue every driver and team wants to win.

2006-04-01T14:23:00.000+07:00

China Southern Airlines to launch daily flights between Guangzhou and Los Angeles
China Southern Airlines is to launch daily Boeing 777 flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Guangzhou starting 22 June 2006.
This trans-pacific service, operated by China Southern Airlines for the past eight years, is operated under code share service with Atlanta-based Delta Air Lines, offering connecting flights between seven major USA destinations and Guangzhou including New York City (JFK), Atlanta, Salt Lake city, Honolulu, Boston and Cincinnati.

2006-03-31T17:34:00.000+07:00

Never over a stopover
What's the rush? Beat the worst of long-haul flying with a leisurely stopover.

2006-03-30T10:57:00.000+07:00

Italy's Architectural Wonders
Richard Meier's new museum in Rome is leading the trend of the modern in a country steeped in history
Italy has always been a top destination for anyone wanting to see wonders of architecture. It's home to innovative structures, built during ancient times, whose design still inspires awe: the Pantheon's elegant dome with its great oculus, for example, or the massive Colosseum -- the prototype for all sports stadia today. ...

2006-03-28T17:29:00.000+07:00

Mandarin Oriental Tokyo opens Sky-High Destination Spa
The new Mandarin Oriental, Tokyo, has opened the Spa at Mandarin Oriental, Tokyo located on the top two floors of the hotel.

2006-03-28T17:02:00.000+07:00

Places of Interest in Morocco: "A pleasant culture shock awaits you as you arrive in Morocco. It is as culturally rich as it is geographically diverse and cannot fail to impress. Visiting some of its towns and villages and experiencing the generosity of its people will leave you hooked, as I was, by the Arabic experience."

2006-03-27T08:53:00.000+07:00

If It's Tuesday, This Must Be Thessaloniki
Critic John Anderson goes around the world in eight film festivals

2006-03-27T07:19:00.000+07:00

Dive in style
As a dive enthusiast and something of a sybarite, the photographer Tim Simond was frustrated that tour operators had so little information about how to combine divine luxury and dive locations, so he has spent the past 2 years researching resorts where sightings of the fusilier fish are not had at the expense of the Frette linen. In his new book, Dive in Style, he describes 26 places, from Sardinia to the Seychelles, which offer that elusive, winning combination — but we’ve made him whittle his choice down to 2. Here, he reveals the 2 hotels that really are to dive for.
AMANWANA, Indonesia
LIZARD ISLAND LODGE, Australia

2006-03-26T13:06:00.000+07:00

When night falls on Hue
What do you do in the ancient imperial capital of Hue after having visited the citadel, royal palaces, tombs and other tourist sites? Actually, the central city offers you more than you’d expect, particularly after dark.

2006-03-26T10:14:00.000+07:00

NZ does it

New Zealand Travel & Tour Packages, Extended Tours, Overnight Tours
Usually, the news that you're off on a three-week holiday to New Zealand prompts oohs and ahs of envy, but our news was treated differently. Eventually we got used to the look of disbelief on people's faces when they found out we were only visiting the North Island. We were constantly told that the South has all the best attractions and scenery, and we'd be wasting our time staying only in the North. But, time, money and family commitments meant sticking to the original plan and hoping we'd still have fun.

2006-03-25T08:09:00.000+07:00

Ashes Accommodation in Sydney in Short Supply
Accommodation in Sydney is filling up quickly in response to demand by New Year revellers and Ashes fans

2006-03-25T08:07:00.000+07:00

Lufthansa daily flights from Munich to St. Petersburg
Lufthansa is launching a new services to Eastern Europe from its Munich hub. As of April 22nd, it will serve St. Petersburg daily with an Airbus A319. Flights will depart from Munich at 11.15 hrs. The return flight will leave St. Petersburg at 17.05 hrs.

2006-03-22T17:53:00.000+07:00

Flavours of Salzburg

Austria Travel - Sightseeing Tours in Salzburg - Mozart Dinner Concert
Italian or traditional, Balkan or modern, gastronomy in Salzburg offers great variety. Let's not forget that this Baroque gem and its music festivals attract several million visitors each year from all over the world! This cosmopolitanism is echoed in the cuisine.

2006-03-22T17:51:00.000+07:00

Double shoot-out in the sun
El Rompido, one of Spain's glitzy new resort courses, will host the grand finals of two mainstream Ulster tournaments this season.

2006-03-22T11:26:00.000+07:00

Scottish golf drive for Chinese

United Kingdom Travel - Hotels in St Andrews
A new drive to attract golfers in China to play on the top courses in Scotland has been launched.
Golf has become a boom sport in China and the number of courses there is expected to almost double this year.
First Minister Jack McConnell said he admired China's growing love of golf, but said "a golfer who never plays in Scotland is a golfer unfulfilled".
Chinese tourism could be worth about £70m to Scotland over the next four years, it has been estimated.
Restrictions on Chinese tourists travelling to the UK were removed last year.

2006-03-20T17:35:00.000+07:00

Mindanao tourism on the upswing

Philippines : Attractions and Sightseeing
The foreign tourists are back in Mindanao, which is regarded by World Bank country director Joachim von Amsberg as a promising area for investment and development.

2006-03-19T13:57:00.000+07:00

The appeal of Seville's fantastic Feria Festival
VISUALISE a scene where dark-haired beauties flounce by in colourful be-ruffled flamenco dresses . . . the affluent young landed class, handsome in traditional upscale "gaucho" style, ride past with a studied arrogance on thoroughbred horses . . . and an equally elegant older generation cavorts about via horse-drawn carriages. At first glimpse it's like a dress rehearsal for some wide-screen production in vibrant Technicolor, with everyone in costume ready to assume their role.
Truth is, this happens every year in Seville, Spain where for five days the city parties through the night in a style that makes New Year's Eve seem like a subdued dress rehearsal.

2006-03-18T17:21:00.000+07:00

Falk: Navigation ab 300 Euro
Die neue N-Serie von Falk bietet Navigation ab 300 Euro. Die Geräte beinhalten ein großes Display, einen integrierten GPS-Empfänger und einen Speicherkartenslot. Dieser kann zum Beispiel genutzt werden, um MP3s abzuspielen.

2006-03-18T10:38:00.000+07:00

Queenstown NZ's jewel in the crown

New Zealand Travel - Sightseeing Tours in Queenstown
QUEENSTOWN was once known as the destination for three things: bungee, beer and backpackers.
Of course, the achingly beautiful New Zealand South Island town has also long been on the international ski circuit.
But in recent years Queenstown has stepped into a new realm, cultivating high-end, sophisticated travellers -- and with that has come a rush of hoteliers, upmarket restaurants and tourism businesses.

2006-03-18T10:37:00.000+07:00

Global Expansion For Regent Hotels
Regent, one of the most respected brands in the luxury segment of the lodging industry, will add a total of nine hotels over the next two years to its existing luxury portfolio. Current operating hotels are located in Shanghai, Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Taipei, Berlin, Zagreb, Almaty and Beverly Hills. Global development for Regent is at an all time high. In the Americas, four hotels are presently under construction: three hotels in Florida (South Beach, Bal Harbour, and Winter Park), and one in Boston. Asia will see the rise of three new Regent hotels: in Bangkok, Beijing and Ningbo. In EMEA (Europe, Middle East and Africa) two Regent hotels are under development in Budapest and Kuwait.

2006-03-16T10:55:00.000+07:00

The rise of Shanghai

Travel China - Shanghai City Guide
If Berlin was the construction site of Europe in the mid-1990s, the construction site of the world today is obviously Shanghai. So much building is underway that it is hard even for the best-informed commentators to be accurate. A recent New York Times story on Shanghai’s building boom, for example, carried a front-page picture of the skyline and identified the building at the center of the picture as a Marriott hotel. Actually, it was the CITIC Square Building (China International Trust and Investment Corporation). The Marriott was on the distant horizon, to the right. Look at any book or brochure on Shanghai and you’ll notice that the cover picture was taken before several towers around you (perhaps even your own hotel) were built -- yesterday, it seems.

2006-03-16T10:53:00.000+07:00

World Gourmet Summit 2006 in Singapore:
What started as a vision to introduce a world-class dining experience in Singapore has evolved into the success that is the World Gourmet Summit, an annual signature event in Singapore. Ten years on, the World Gourmet Summit continues to excite and thrill gourmet enthusiasts with its showcase of the best culinary delights.

2006-03-14T08:02:00.000+07:00

Hills/Forrest to Refurbish Historic Estoril GC

Lisbon Area : Golf Hotels and Golf Courses
Arthur Hills/Steve Forrest and Associates will break ground this September on a thorough renovation of historic Estoril Golf Club. Located in the town of Estoril, the layout is one of Portugal's most prestigious resort and tournament courses.

2006-03-13T10:08:00.000+07:00

ARTEH Hotels Presents the 26th Edition of Moda Lisboa
The independent hotel chain ARTEH – Hotels and Resorts presents a unique Moda Lisboa Promotion in Bairro Alto Hotel.

2006-03-11T11:53:00.000+07:00

It's bath time in grand old Budapest

Budapest Attractions
IF there is one problem facing the tourist during a weekend break in Budapest, it is choosing from the bewildering array of things to see and do. The city is blessed with countless attractions: the sweeping panorama of the Danube, the fading grandeur of the Austro-Hungarian architecture, a plethora of fabulous museums and more restaurants, bars and clubs than you can shake a stick at.

2006-03-10T08:13:00.000+07:00

Melbourne06: 20 Commonwealth Games facts
1. The Melbourne 2006 Commonwealth Games will be held from 15-26 March 2006.
2. Melbourne will host the XVIII Commonwealth Games and is the fourth Australian city to host the Games following Sydney (1938), Perth (1962) and Brisbane (1982). .....

2006-03-09T09:16:00.000+07:00

Antwerp, the diamond of the Flanders
A two-hour train drive from Paris and Amsterdam, and not quite double that time from London, Antwerp is an ideal destination to spend two or three days with your other half. Intimate and dynamic at the same time, the world diamond centre offers a fascinating digest of Flemish beauty and cosmopolitanism, of museums and creative venues, of boutique hotels and hip eateries.

2006-03-08T17:09:00.000+07:00

TAT Office in Seoul Promotes Korean Filmmaking in Thailand
The Tourism Authority of Thailand office in Seoul, Korea is implementing a tourism strategy by encouraging the mass media in Korea to shoot and make films and other media programs in Thailand. This strategy aims at promoting the positive image of Thailand as well as urging more Korean tourists to visit the kingdom.
Recently, the TAT office in Seoul, Korea is sponsoring the Korean program called “JVP Entertainment” which is being televised in SBC TV. The show has come to Bangkok to film “The Super Star Survival” and film a music video in Pattaya. Earlier, the TAT office in Seoul successfully supported two Korean films, namely “The Full House” and “The Palace”.
“The Full House, starring Korean superstar “Rain”, was filmed in Phuket, and right now, the island has become one of the favorite honeymoon destinations for Korean couples. Meanwhile, “The Palace” was filmed in Bangkok and Hua Hin, and as a result, many Korean travelers have become interested to visit both destinations in Thailand.
The TAT office in Seoul has promoted filmmakers in Korea to choose the destinations in Thailand to shoot their movies. The locations that have been primarily promoted include the coastal areas of Thailand, as they are very popular among the Koreans. This is one of the strategies to stimulate Korean tourists to come over to our kingdom. The target markets would be the honeymooners and family members. Moreover, Korean films are being broadcasted in other countries apart from Korea such as Japan, China, Taiwan, and Hong Kong. Clearly, this strategy would help raise the number of foreign tourist arrivals in Thailand.

2006-03-08T16:56:00.000+07:00

New Skyline Executive Lounges put Sofitel guests on top of the world
Sofitel is setting new benchmarks in executive lounges, with the launch of skyline Club Sofitel lounges at both Sofitel Melbourne and Sofitel Brisbane.
Significantly, both Club Sofitel Lounges have been converted from high-profile restaurants, highlighting the changes in priority for corporate travellers, who are demanding the best in business services over and above haute cuisine.

2006-03-07T07:23:00.000+07:00

Macau Rising As Asia's Casino Capital
Once a backwater for hardcore gamblers, the former Portuguese colony of Macau is rising fast as Asia's entertainment and casino capital. Some now call Macau the ''Las Vegas of the East,'' and Macau's gaming revenues are on par with those of the Las Vegas Strip. Macau, however, is growing even faster than Las Vegas. It's on the threshold of a gaming boom, with more than a dozen casinos and resorts on the drawing boards or under construction, the result of a 2001 decision to open its doors to foreign casino operators.

2006-03-06T17:45:00.000+07:00

Hard Rock Hotel Pattaya named 'Hard Rock Hotel of the Year'

Pattaya Travel - Sightseeing Tours in Pattaya
The first-ever “Hard Rock Hotel of the Year” has been awarded to the Hard Rock Hotel Pattaya due to its “exemplary representation of the Hard Rock brand and culture through selfless community involvement, Stars (guests) service, commitment to excellence, and best practice of Hard Rock’s guiding principles.”

2006-03-06T08:19:00.000+07:00

Malaysian F1 And KLGPCF Launched

Malaysia Travel - Last Minute Hotels in Kuala Lumpur
The 2006 Formula One Petronas Malaysian Grand Prix (Malaysian F1) was officially launched Sunday as the city of Kuala Lumpur declared itself ready for a rush of no less than 40,000 international tourists and foreign fans.

2006-03-03T08:43:00.000+07:00

St. Regis Hotel, Shanghai:
Travel China - Shanghai City Guide
St. Regis Hotel, Shanghai enables Complimentary Wireless Internet Access throughout Hotel
The St. Regis Hotel, Shanghai recently upgraded its wireless Internet access system. Now, all in-house guests can experience complimentary wireless access throughout the hotel, including all the guestrooms.

2006-03-02T09:27:00.000+07:00

My kind of town: Lisbon

Lisbon Area : Golf Hotels and Golf Courses
Why Lisbon?I first went there because it enjoys the best winter climate of any European city, but I was seduced by its melancholy charm, and have often returned. It has a perfectly human scale - you can walk across the centre in half an hour; there are no skyscrapers; and even the statues are the size of people rather than giants. The steep hills of the Alfama and Bairro Alto are mazes of lanes and alleys, with magical little gardens looking out over the city and the river. ....

2006-03-01T11:23:00.000+07:00

Le Meridien Noumea, New Caledonia

New Caledonia Travel - Hotels in New Caledonia
This deluxe hotel is reputedly the finest in New Caledonia. The drive from Tontouta international airport is 45 minutes and takes you through some beautiful scenery, through the city of Noumea to the outskirts where the Le Meridien is located on a peninsular with panoramic views all round of the ocean.

2006-03-01T09:42:00.000+07:00

New Crowne Plaza to open at Costa Del Sol in March 2006
A new Crowne Plaza Estepona-Costa del Sol is due to open in March 2006 offering luxurious and stylish accommodation and top-class amenities in the heart of the Costa del Sol.

2006-02-28T17:56:00.000+07:00

Renaissance Koh Samui Resort & Spa celebrates Grand Opening

Koh Samui Attractions
The Renaissance Koh Samui Resort & Spa held its Grand Opening Celebrations on 25th and 26th February, 2006, following its soft opening on 1st September, 2005.
Renaissance Koh Samui Resort & Spa, Marriott International’s first Renaissance property in Thailand was rebranded from Buriraya Resort & Spa in July last year.

2006-02-28T17:25:00.000+07:00

Blue Canyon Country Club, Phuket, to close Lakes Course for Upgrading
Blue Canyon Country Club, Phuket, will temporarily close its Lakes Course from 3 April 2006 for renovations and upgrading. The course is scheduled to reopen to the public in November/December 2006.

2006-02-27T08:40:00.000+07:00

Global meet on environmental tourism begins

Oman Travel - Hotels in Oman
Oman International Conference for Environmental Tourism began its sessions here on 26.2.2006. The conference is jointly organised by the Ministry of Regional Municipalities, Environment and Water Resources and the Ministry of Tourism. Over 400 participants from 22 countries along with regional and international organisations are participating in the conference.
The three-day conference inauguration ceremony at Al Bustan Palace Hotel was presided over by Dr Yahya bin Mahfoudh Al Mantheri, president of the State Council.
Over 40 working papers will be ....

2006-02-26T08:52:00.000+07:00

Luxury silk handmade in Thailand
And with the 60th anniversary of the coronation of King Bhumibol Adulyadej on June 12 and the Thai New Year celebration in mid-April, this spring is a good time to plan a trip.Great silk shopping can be found in central Bangkok, but if you really want to go to the source, you've got to hit the road and head to the village of Pak Thong Chai.Three hours north of Bangkok, Pak Thong Chai lies at the gateway to the northeastern Isaan region of Thailand, better known as the Land of Silk. It is in Isaan's many tambons, or villages, that the traditional crafts of hand-spinning and hand-weaving have been most lovingly preserved.

2006-02-24T08:22:00.000+07:00

Spain Travel - Regions of Spain : Andalucia
Andalusia is the Spanish Autonomous Community with the greatest number of inhabitants and the second in surface. Its varied landscapes, the benignancy of its climate and the friendly character of its population have turned it into one of the most attractive regions.
3000 hours of sun per year, many kilometers of golden sand beaches and those beautiful natural ports made it a safe refuge already for Phoenician navigators, thousands of years before Christ.
The coast of Huelva and Cadiz corresponds to the Atlantic Ocean and is characterized by fine sand. The Mediterranean coast, from the Strait of Gibraltar to Almeria, on the other hand offers smoother climate with less wind and higher water temperatures.
Andalusia is crossed by Guadalquivir river, the "father" of old civilisations who have left along its borders an impressive monumental track, as well as the high mountain ranges of Sierra Morena and Sistemas Beticos.
The offer for visitors is extremely varied, from golden beaches to those beautiful mountain ranges with their highly interesting fauna, and the famous "white villages" with their richdom in folklore and artisany. There are great possibilities for most different sports as well, from skiing in the Sierra Nevada to surfing at the coast of Cadiz, where you will find ideal conditions as nowhere else in Europe.
Andalusia is the "mother" of the Spanish folklore which is probably best known abroad: here you will live the magic of Flamenco and bullfighting in their most authentic style, and myths like Don Juan and Carmen were born here. A land of great traditions, which has understood as well to assimilate the progress.

2006-02-23T08:19:00.000+07:00

Hilton Hotel Auckland, New Zealand
Promoted as 'The Boutique Hotel completely surounded by water', the Hilton Auckland is indeed in a unique location, right at the end of Princess Wharf. The front and one side of the building have direct views of Auckland Harbour. Most other rooms too, have a partial view.

2006-02-21T11:32:00.000+07:00

High Style, Low Rates: Spanish Paradores
The country has put $500 million into redoing its paradores, with talented designers eagerly signing on to give gorgeous old buildings their due. .....
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Parador de Zafra Plaza Corazón de María 7
Parador de Ávila Marqués Canales de Chozas 2
Parador de Caceres Calle Ancha 6
Parador de Trujillo Calle Santa Beatriz de Silva 1

2006-02-20T07:50:00.000+07:00

Langkawi Make A Strong Pitch For Tourism

Malaysia : Langkawi Island
Langkawi with its white sandy beaches, pristine sea water and sunshine throughout the year, could be an ideal destination for high-spending foreign tourists.
This potential has not been fully tapped in the past; however, the Langkawi tourism planners are now making a strong pitch to court foreign tourists.

2006-02-20T07:23:00.000+07:00

Unsung Trang
Hollowed by caves and hugging the shoreline, Trang remains one of Thailand’s last vestiges of tranquility.
Trang is where the Tourist Authority of Thailand (TAT)’s catch phrase “Unseen Thailand” really exists. Just a couple of hours drive away from big tourist destinations like Krabi, Phuket and Hat Yai, Trang has had trouble attracting its share of visitors.

2006-02-20T07:22:00.000+07:00

Kyoto, Japan - A Geisha guide to Kyoto's floating world
Memoirs of a Geisha -- both the Arthur Golden novel and the film version of it -- depicts the Gion of yesteryear, but contemporary Kyoto remains a city lush with sensual experiences for even the most hurried of travelers. Take a walk through these picturesque streets, and you can experience the sights, sounds and sensations of Geisha's "floating world."

2006-02-19T06:48:00.000+07:00

Gateway to the Great Barrier Reef - 48 hours in Cairns

Australia Travel - Sightseeing Tours Cairns
This is a great fun resort that offers far more than just coral and brightly coloured fish, says Frank Partridge.

2006-02-18T07:51:00.000+07:00

Empire hosts Malaysia Holidays reps
The Empire Hotel and Country Club recently hosted a familiarisation trip for visiting representatives from Malaysia Holidays, an agency based in Australia, which specialises in travel packages to Malaysia and Brunei, stated a press release.
The group was in Brunei for one night to learn more about the Sultanate and promote it together with Sabah and Sarawak in their Borneo Package to the Australian market.

2006-02-17T06:36:00.000+07:00

Home of the ruby red
Port. The word conjures up images of professors swirling glasses of the ruby-coloured wine, discussing philosophy by a log fire.
A wine of depth, concentration and majestic structure, port is produced from grapes grown on the rocky slopes of northern Portugal's Upper Douro and its tributaries, and was discovered during the 17th century when two British traders added brandy to preserve the local wine for an Atlantic voyage.
They soon found that "fortifying" did more than protect the wine, it improved it, giving it the power to mature into something unique, transformed in the cool wine lodges in the tight streets of Vila Nova de Gaia, across the River Douro estuary from Porto.

2006-02-16T07:47:00.000+07:00

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2006-02-13T12:22:00.000+07:00

Metropole in world's top 500 hotels
The Sofitel Metropole Hanoi’s reputation as a world-class hotel received a boost recently when readers of two leading US travel magazines voted the hotel into a list of the world’s 500 best hotels.
The Metropole is now featured on this year’s Gold List, which was compiled according to votes cast by readers of Travel + Leisure and Conde Nast Traveller.

2006-02-12T15:22:00.000+07:00

Evason Hua Hin Resort introduces Private Mini Pool Bars
Having what you want, when you want it, is one of the key ingredients to an enjoyable, stress-free holiday. In their ongoing quest to provide the best guest services, Evason Hua Hin Resort has introduced Private Mini Pool Bars.
Guests decide what beverages they want in their personal mini bar, choosing four alcoholic drinks and two soft drinks, by simply completing the check-list and the pool attendant will do the rest, making sure that the selected are kept perfectly chilled and within easy reach. Incidentally, the soft drinks are on the house.

2006-02-12T08:53:00.000+07:00

Tourism in Taiwan

Taiwan Travel Information, Attraction and Sights
Transport minister has new plans to encourage tourism in Taiwan
Newly sworn in Minister of Transportation and Communication Kuo Yao-chi (郭瑤琪) yesterday offered what she described as "four pursuit" strategies to help drum up Taiwan's tourism industry.

2006-02-11T13:16:00.000+07:00

Sheraton Resort and Towers Abu Dhabi
I have spent time at the Sheraton in Abu Dhabi previously, in the restaurants and the tavern pub, but hadn't stayed there before. The hotel is right near the city centre, at the start of the Corniche road, which runs along the esplanade of the city of Abu Dhabi. It is 37 kilometres from the Abu Dhabi Airport.

2006-02-10T09:51:00.000+07:00

Fresh-air bookings
Seventeen hotels and resorts have stepped forward to test the “smoke-free” concept, in a campaign that will see smoking reduced on their properties, if not outright banned.
The Green Leaf Foundation’s campaign is designed to both protect non-smoking guests and boost Thailand’s hotel standards.
“It’s so wonderful to see everyone here together in the running for the free-smoking hotel campaign,” foundation director Suwit Yodmanee said at a campaign kick-off last week at Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) headquarters.
“A smoke-free society might still be a long way off, but we’ve moved one step closer by having smoke-free hotels.”
Many of the first 17 hotels joining the campaign are in the Dusit chain – including the Dusit Thani, Pattaya’s Dusit Resort and the Dusit Hua Hin. Three others are part of the Siam City group and the rest are privately owned, among them the Panviman Koh Chang Resort and Samui Amanda Resort.

2006-02-09T07:31:00.000+07:00

Riverside Recognition
Starting off the New Year on a high note, Bangkok Marriott Resort & Spa has received a Silver Award – Best Hotel in Asia at the 2005 Virgin Holidays Travel Awards held in London at the end of last year. Virgin Holidays is one of the UK’s leading tour operators and Bangkok Marriott Resort & Spa’s achievement was the highest placing for a Thailand hotel.

2006-02-08T09:42:00.000+07:00

Bargain price for journey to paradise
Patong is the most popular destination on the Thai holiday island of Phuket. It's big and brash, loud and lairy with a long stretch of golden sand that has largely recovered from the ravages of the Boxing Day tsunami.
You'll find girlie bars in their hundreds, transvestite cabarets, shops selling knock-off CDs and designer wear, touts encouraging you to enter drinking establishments of dubious repute, fish and chip shops and tuk-tuk drivers all too willing to rip you off as you try to get back into town after a night at the Muay Thai boxing.
It's boisterous and a lot of fun - for a day or two. Then the maelstrom becomes a little tiring, and tiresome.
Fortunately, Patong and its gaudy smaller brothers, Karon and Kata, are not the only game in town when it comes to beach holidays in Phuket.
Ladies and gentlemen, let me introduce you to Kamala, a small former fishing village just a few kilometres north of Patong but with a very different vibe.....

2006-02-07T15:30:00.000+07:00

2006 Meeting Packages at JW Marriott Bangkok
The JW Marriott Bangkok has launched its 2006 meeting packages.
Full Day Meeting Package:
US$32++ per person/day (Minimum 10 persons)
Complimentary use of one meeting room from 8.00am – 5.00pm
Morning and afternoon coffee breaks with snacks
Business Luncheon with organized menu offering a choice of a Buffet, Set Menu at a private function room or a suitable space in the hotel
Complimentary use of standard audio visual, i.e. 1 set of overhead, slide projector with screen, TV and video
Complimentary use of whiteboard and flipchart with markers
Drinking water, writing pads, pencils and mints for all participants
Backdrop wording
Half Day Meeting Package:
US$29++ per person/half day (Minimum 10 persons)
Complimentary use of one meeting room from 8.00am to12 noon or 12 noon to 5.00pm
Rest of inclusions same as for Full Day Meeting Package
Rates are valid to 31 December 2006 and subject to combined service charge and Government taxes.

2006-02-06T08:53:00.000+07:00

HOSPITALITY: The genius of The Oriental
Premier hotel owes so much to Kurt Wachtveitl. Passion is the first thing that Kurt Wachtveitl mentioned when asked how he had managed to remain the general manager of The Oriental Bangkok Hotel for 38 years without the slightest idea of quitting.
Every day, aside from the new faces of guests, new problems and new competitors, what pops up in his mind is the things-to-do list to maintain the hotel’s attraction for affluent guests from all parts of the world who keep coming back to cherish the Oriental’s unique charm and superb service.

2006-02-02T06:54:00.000+07:00

Sheraton Langkawi Beach Resort completes lobby and Port Cochere refurbishment:

Malaysia Travel - Sightseeing Tours in Langkawi
Sheraton Langkawi Beach Resort has recently completed a full refurbishment of the lobby, lobby lounge and Porte Cochere, offering guests a new sense of arrival. The lobby upgrade follows the full refurbishment of their 231 rooms and suites, and is the first Sheraton hotel in Malaysia to feature Sheraton Sweet Sleeper Bed.

2006-02-01T15:31:00.000+07:00

Rousing start to the Dog year
CHINESE New Year celebrations are never complete without traditional lion dance performances, as lion dances are believed to usher in luck and prosperity in the days ahead.
Traditionally, lion dances are performed on the last day of the festival in shops but in hotels they are usually performed on the first day to usher in the lunar new year.
Quality Hotel City Centre Kuala Lumpur and Micasa All Suite Hotel in Jalan Tun Razak welcomed the New Year by inviting the award-winning Kok Ngai Troupe to spice up the Year of the Dog with a rapturous performance that left the hotel guests, mostly foreigners, spellbound.

2006-01-26T15:09:00.000+07:00

'Jet & Sports' Eyes Brunei As Golfing Spot: Bandar Seri Begawan - The Empire Hotel & Country Club recently welcomed Mr Shimazu Takashi, the President of Jet and Sports, Japan, together with its Vice President Ms Kidokeiko Takashi who were on a familiarisation trip to Brunei to promote the Sultanate as an exciting golfing destination.

2006-01-25T13:55:00.000+07:00

Banyan Tree Bangkok's First Executive Club With Dedicated Spa For Business Travellers
Banyan Tree Bangkok’s newly refurbished Executive Club has taken every care to cater to the sensory pleasures of business travellers. Located on the 39th, 55th and 55th to 58th levels of Banyan Tree’s first city hotel, Banyan Tree Club not only provides first-class business facilities and luxurious suites, but also features dedicated spa services for busy professionals to rejuvenate their five senses.

2006-01-25T07:30:00.000+07:00

Valentine Romeo & Juliet Package at Vareena Spa
At Vareena Spa, guest will find a superior place to relaxation and rejuvenation where ancient holistic methods are enhanced by modern expertise. Vareena Spa has been created with an emphasis on imbuing the spa experience with a uniquely Thai touch....

2006-01-24T14:04:00.000+07:00

Delayed take-off
Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi airport, despite a well-publicised so-called first landing in September, may finally open in June 2006. But several question marks still hang over the development and IATA has a number of misgivings

2006-01-24T09:08:00.000+07:00

Bangkok, Thailand opens to golfers like an exotic flower

Bangkok Golf - Bangkok Golf Hotels
It's crowded, polluted, congested, noisy, chaotic, smelly and gray. But peel back the skin and Bangkok, or the City of Angles as it's known in Thai, opens up like a strange exotic flower. A frenetic combination of centuries-old temples, colossal shopping centers, gleaming skyscrapers, floating markets, chic art galleries, alien-like sex shows, five-star restaurants and never-ending food stalls, Bangkok is a crossroad between traditional Buddhist values and breakneck capitalism, between East and West, between what is old and what is daringly new.
Founded by King Rama 1 in 1782 following the Burmese sacking of the capital Ayatthaya, Bangkok began as an amphibious city. Built on the banks of the Chao Phraya River, most of Bangkok's earlier residents lived and fished from bamboo boathouses moored to surrounding floodplains. ....

2006-01-22T07:53:00.000+07:00

Turin: a gourmet's paradise
The 2006 Winter Olympic Games are a perfect opportunity to sample the specialities of Turin and drink some of the greatest red wines of the moment. As for sweetmeats, Turin is the Italian capital of chocolate, which is available in the form of an incredibly smooth beverage or little hazelnut bars called giandujotti.
If, like Maupassant, you consider gourmandise to be the only respectable ....

2006-01-21T15:33:00.000+07:00

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2006-01-21T06:20:00.000+07:00

Bangkok celebrates 250 years of Mozart with 9 days of music
Published on January 20, 2006

Nine days of performances of Mozart’s music began in Bangkok yesterday to mark the 250th anniversary of the Austrian composer’s birth. The event, called “Enchanting Austria”, is being held at Fashion Hall on the first floor of the Siam Paragon mall until January 27.

“During the coming week we shall celebrate Austria as a modern European country with plenty of culture and tradition. We celebrate the 250th birth anniversary of the great Austrian composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart,” said Austrian Ambassador to Thailand Arno Riedel, who presided over the opening of the event yesterday.

2006-01-19T12:16:00.000+07:00

Malaysia Airlines Voted The Best Airline To Asia

Malaysia : Island and Beaches
Malaysia Airlines has won the "Best Airline To Asia" award in the 2006 Travel Weekly Globe Awards polls conducted by Travel Weekly, a United Kingdom (UK) based magazine.
The award was received by regional manager for UK and Europe, Lim Cheng Hoe on behalf of the national airline at a presentation ceremony held in London last weekend.

2006-01-18T15:05:00.000+07:00

The Bale rated First in Hotel Security and Safety
The Bale, a Sanctuary Resort and member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World, was recently rated number one and presented a First Class Gold Certificate during the Hotel Security & Safety Rating presentation by the Indonesian National Police and Bali Regional Police.

2006-01-17T16:20:00.000+07:00

Angkor Palace Resort & Spa Siem Reap

Cambodia Travel - Recommended Hotels Cambodia
The Angkor Palace Resort & Spa Siem Reap joins the Deluxe Collection of WORLDHOTELS Asia portfolio.
The Angkor Palace Resort & Spa is set amidst 11 hectares of exotic tropical gardens and offers a delightful resort base from which to discover the legendary temples of Angkor.
Designed by a Cambodian architect, the resort features 12 villas, four suites and 70 deluxe rooms all tastefully furnished in Cambodian style with inlaid teak floors and traditional two or four poster beds.

2006-01-16T11:29:00.000+07:00

Sponsors wanted
The Pattaya Sports Club is looking for sponsors for the 10th Annual Charity Classic golf tournament to be held at Burapha Golf Course on Friday.

2006-01-16T09:52:00.000+07:00

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2006-01-14T18:03:00.000+07:00

Hua Hin Hilton Celebrates The Year of Dog
At Chinatown at the Poolside on Saturday, 28th January 2006, from 6.00pm onwards.

An amazing celebration that is full of ancient traditions, rituals and culture. Come and celebrate Chinese New Year and welcome the Year of the Dog!

2006-01-13T17:46:00.000+07:00

Win a One Carat Diamond with Le Meridien Cyberport's special Diamond Package promotion
Travellers to Hong Kong now have the chance to win a one carat diamond by spending the night at Le Méridien Cyberport from 15 January to 31 March 2006. The alluring ‘Diamond Package’ offers every booking a chance to enter into a lucky draw for a one carat diamond from MaBelle.

2006-01-13T08:09:00.000+07:00

Christchurch, New Zealand increases presence at AIME 2006:
Christchurch, New Zealand is increasing its presence at AIME 2006 as delegate numbers from Australia increase and the city looks to attract more international business events.
Statistics released recently by Christchurch & Canterbury Convention Bureau (CCCB), show a 35% increase in the number of delegates from Australia, compared with the same quarter in 2004. Christchurch achieved a record 217 conferences and 16,941 delegates in the third quarter to September 2005.

2006-01-13T07:04:00.000+07:00

Expansion planned for the Furama Resort Danang
The Bac My An Tourism Joint Venture Company, the major investor in Furama Resort Danang, is to invest $10 million to expand the five-star resort to meet the increasing demand for local and international tourists, especially to prepare for the APEC Vietnam 2006. Under the plan, Furama Resort Danang will build 100 more hotel rooms, increasing the current number of rooms to 300. The new rooms are expected to be completed in early 2008.

2006-01-12T07:10:00.000+07:00

Thailand Travel News

Bangkok's massive new airport aims for top spot in regionIts name translates into "golden land." The country's political and aviation leaders hope Suvarnabhumi Airport, with a name chosen by Thailand's beloved King Bhumibol, will bring prosperity and the world to its doorstep.
Phuket International Airport imposed tough security measures to prevent any criminal acts.Following the International Civil Aviation Organization or ICAO safety measures which are the highest standard for civil aviation, the Phuket International Airport raised its security to no. 3 which is orange code.

2006-01-11T09:31:00.000+07:00

French holiday in Malaysia: "WE have always dreamed of having a vacation overseas but we just couldn't afford it. So we settled for a local spot instead and headed for Colmar Tropicale in Bukit Tinggi. It was a decision we didn't regret.
Colmar Tropicale is a romantic re-interpretation of the quaint Colmar Village in Alsace, France. The cool mountain air and the fairytale environment offered us a holiday such as we had never experienced before. "