Holidaymakers increasingly looking to learn Thai massage and how to cook Thai cuisine More tourists in Thailand are learning traditional massage techniques during their stay in the country, it has been revealed. The increased interest in Thai massage has been attributed to the Tourism Authority of Thailand’s ‘Discover the Other You’ campaign, which encourages overseas visitors to enjoy traditional activities, « Continue Reading »
Up to 15,000 retailers taking part in shopping sale The 14th annual Amazing Thailand Grand Sale (ATGS) is in full swing, with the Tourism Authority of Thailand hoping that 15,000 retailers will take part. The event, which celebrates Thailand as a premier shopping destination, is being held between June 15th and August 15th in seven major cities: Bangkok, Chiang Mai, « Continue Reading »
Thailand provides a good work-life balance Thailand has been ranked as the top destination for those without children in a survey over 3,000 expats across the globe. The 2011 HSBC Expat Explorer Survey covers three main criteria: economics, experience and raising children abroad. Overall, 3,385 expats from across the world answered questions on life overseas based on 55 criteria and « Continue Reading »
Centurion Symbio-City to stand 447m high Visitors to South Africa could soon be enjoying a unique and dizzying perspective of the country from 447 metres up, after plans were unveiled for a huge skyscraper. Once built, Centurion Symbio-City would rank inside the top ten tallest skyscrapers in the world and dwarf structures such as London’s the Shard, which stands at « Continue Reading »
Shopping discounts will be available to travellers who book a trip to Thailand between June 16th and August 15th. A trip abroad is not complete without a browse of the local shops to pick up some gifts or souvenirs and those planning a Thailand holiday may be able to get more for their money this summer. Between June 16th and « Continue Reading »
Phuket’s numerous beaches make it an ideal destination for those who want to relax and take in the sun. Thailand has no shortage of great destinations to explore, with the hustle and bustle of the capital Bangkok likely to be on every tourist’s to-do list. However, those who want to spend some of their time in the country relaxing on « Continue Reading »
Pattaya has so much to offer visitors. There are plenty of great attractions to check out in the Thai beach resort of Pattaya, which is particularly noteworthy for its bustling nightlife and packed schedule of activities. The popular locale, which is just 150km south-east of Bangkok, has seen much improvement in recent years, particularly in terms of the quality of « Continue Reading »