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From Relief to Self-Reliance: Grassroots tourism project recognized by BBC World Challenge
Andaman Discoveries has been nominated as a finalist in the BBC World Challenge 2009, in recognition of its contribution to community development in Southern Thailand – supporting eight villages to achieve sustainable development on their own terms.
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Thai hotel brand Dusit to be Green Globe Certified By 2010
The Dusit International brand is furthering its efforts in environmental protection by undergoing eco-benchmarking to receive independent proof of its environmental commitment and become Green Globe certified by 2010.
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Thailand’s Buffalo Tours raises the bar for adventure travel and geotourism in the Far East
Asian tour provider Buffalo Tours has officially launched a Buffalo Tours Thailand office in Bangkok to offer inspirational, unique, affordable and responsible travel experiences to Thailand visitors.
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Resort and spa company working to mitigate carbon emissions through reforestation in Thailand
Six Senses, a world leading luxury resort and spa development and management company, is reinforcing its commitment to mitigate climate change by joining forces with aid agencies, governments and private companies in supporting carbon emission mitigation projects.
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Thailand tourism hoping for a rebound
The Royal Thai Government is extending its visa fee waiving for an entire year in order to help revive the country’s travel and tourism industry in the wake of a number of global and local events that have led to a temporary decline in visitor arrivals.
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Mega resorts are anti-environment, says lobby group Tourism Concern
A new report by environmental activist lobby group Tourism Concern claims that “mega resorts” are environmentally unsustainable, leading often times to the alienation of people in developing countries while stealing funds from the local economy.
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United Planet launches an all-new Thailand Volunteer Program
United Planet has just announced its launch of “Thailand Volunteer Quest,” a program to promote a deeper level of cultural exchange and understanding between volunteers and the Thai people, while also making a vital contribution to an underserved community.
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Asia's Top 10 Adventure Resorts
Agoda.com, an online travel company specializing in discount hotel bookings in Asia, unveiled its Top 10 “Adventure Resorts” in the Asia/Pacific region. “Adventure Tourism” – a trend that is becoming increasingly popular – includes physical activity, interacting with local culture, and engaging with nature.
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Exotissimo launches adventure trek along Thailand's Old Elephant Trail
After months of extensive research, Exotissimo Travel unveils a challenging expedition that explores the pristine forests of Thailand’s northern hinterlands. Reviving an ancient trade route, the program offers intrepid travelers an unparalleled insight into the region’s rich biodiversity, cultures and customs.
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Thailand's Andaman Coast wins community tourism award for sustainability
Since rebuilding their lives after the tsunami, some villagers in rural Thailand are using tourism as a tool for sustainable development. In the last two years, community tourism has generated income for villagers, while also generating funds for a children’s center, orchid conservation and other community development projects.
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Thailand looks for more visitors despite political chaos in Bangkok
The current political stand-off and state-of-emergency following clashes among protesters in Bangkok is greatly effecting tourism in Thailand, yet almost all tourism facilities and services are functioning normally throughout the rest of the country.
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Thailand inStyle Partners With The Old Bangkok Inn
Thailand inStyle announces the inclusion of The Old Bangkok Inn to its highly selective portfolio of boutique hotels in Thailand.
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'Thailand In Style' launches family-friendly, cultural vacations
Thailand In Style have launched a series of itineraries suitable for individual families and their friends to participate in authentic Thai experiences while also enjoying traditional family expectations.
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Local Chiang Mai Village and Flight of the Gibbon Conservation Project team up to protect local primate population
In an effort to save the dwindling primate population in and around the village of Mae On, the Flight of the Gibbon Conservation Project and local villagers have teamed up to form the Primate Habitat Restoration Project to plant 1500 fruit trees in a designated, protected habitat area and will act as a refuge and a food source for the primates.
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Defy Gravity at Banyan Tree Bangkok's 10th Vertical Marathon
In a thunder of footsteps, fitness enthusiasts, charity supporters and members of the public will be returning to Banyan Tree Bangkok on Sunday, 28th September from 6 a.m. to 12 p.m. for the 10th Vertical Marathon.
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