Bangkok in top 10 business travel destinations for Dutch people
The top 10 intercontinental business travel destinations for travelers from the Benelux changed considerably in 2012. Asia is becoming increasingly important. Singapore has even knocked New York off the top spot and Bangkok is a newcomer to this list.
Lots of interest in Thailand at Vakantiebeurs 2013
Locals talked passionately about the specialties of their country, region or city. Travelers also told visitors what is so great about their favorite holiday destination and gave personal tips.
Bangkok in top 10 world cities with best nightlife
Bangkok is the only Asian destination to rank tenth in the list of cities with the best nightlife in the world. More than 27.000 international visitors to Hotels.com chose the cities with the most vibrant nightlife.
Column: Ning, it's dangerous here! The Swat valley beckons!
Judging by the results of the survey published this morning on the online version of The Bangkok Post, which asked the intriguing question: "Is Thailand the most dangerous country in Asia?" then it's time to pack your bags
Europe main tourist destination. Asia on the rise
In the first eight months of 2012, more than 705 million international tourists were recorded by the World Tourism Organization of the United Nations (UNWTO).
Asian cars most reliable
Reliable cars come from Asia, concludes the Consumer Association in November's Consumer Guide.
Thailand is a financially interesting destination for expats
If you want to work abroad and earn good money, you should go to Asia. Expats are the best paid in Singapore. Thailand ranks second on the list of financially interesting destinations.
LCR reports shortage of typhoid vaccines for travelers
In the very short term, there will be a shortage of vaccines against typhoid fever in the Netherlands. This has to do with a worldwide supply problem of the vaccines, reports the National Center for Traveler Advice (LCR).
Asia specialist Arcadia Reizen bankrupt
Travel organization Arcadia Reizen from Alkmaar is in financial trouble. The travel agency has reported to the SGR, the Stichting Garantiefonds Reisgelden, that the money has run out.
More millionaires in Thailand
For the first time last year there were more millionaires in Asia than in the United States. This is stated in a report by Capgemini SA and RBC Wealth Management.
Every year, about 15 million tourists from all over the world visit the 'Land of Smiles'. Those are huge numbers. These people will also have carefully weighed their choice. Hence the statement of the week: Thailand (still) has a lot to offer tourists.
Now that Myanmar is opening up more to the rest of the world, it immediately seems to be becoming a tourist 'hotspot'. It is already difficult to find a hotel room there.
The average price of a hotel room worldwide rose by 4 percent in 2011, according to the latest Hotel Price Index (HPI) of booking site Hotels.com. Asia was the only region with an overall hotel price decline, averaging 2 percent
Asia popular with visitors Vakantiebeurs 2012
This year there were more visitors to the Vakantiebeurs than last year. The counter rose to 126.279 visitors, an increase of 3,4% compared to the previous edition (122.100).
Free holiday to Asia for 10 years
That sounds great: a free holiday to Asia for 10 people for 2 years! It is the main prize of an action that the birthday boy 333TRAVEL has come up with. The tour operator is celebrating its tenth anniversary this year with a unique promotion and an attractive main prize. The 'Find the like in the cupboard' campaign started on September 5 and will run for a total of 6 weeks. So you can still participate and compete for this big prize. To share…
Airline Singapore Airlines has announced its intention to set up a low-cost airline. This is how it can be read today in the Telegraaf. This new airline will not only focus on short-haul flights, as is usual with low-cost carriers. The airline will also offer cheap airline tickets for long-haul flights. Singapore Airlines announced this last Wednesday. The new airline should be operational within a year. Which routes the airline will fly on or under…
A trip through Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam
A beautiful HD video of a trip through Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam. In the beginning beautiful images of the view over Bangkok.