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Thailand at Tourism Crossroads as Global Markets Shift
As the world inches forward from pandemic-induced travel disruptions, Thailand finds itself...
Thailand by Train: Guide to Discovering the Kingdom on Rails
Rail travel in Thailand is not only affordable and practical—it’s an experience in itself. With...
10 Thai Travel Trends Shaping Future of Tourism in Southeast Asia
As the next decade unfolds, Thailand is set to shape and inspire the future of tourism across the...
Ageless Tourism is a New Chapter for Thailand’s Tourism Industry
Thailand Eyes Senior Visitors Boom as Ageing Population Grows. How is Thailand integrating...
Thank you – Peaceful Bhutan Responds to Trump’s Diplomatic Slap
Bhutan Expresses Gratitude to the United States for an Exceptional Marketing Opportunity.
Skål International Bangkok Holds Successful AGM
As one of the longest-standing Skål clubs, Skål International Bangkok has consistently supported...
Tourism Boom Fuels Thailand’s Property Market
The rising number of long-term visitors and lifestyle investors is transforming the Thai real...
Thailand’s Tourism: Navigating New Challenges in the Trump Era
Current global political climate–particularly under US President Donald Trump’s administration–is...
Record 1,100 Tourism Professionals Attend TTF 2025 in Bangkok
The importance of brands in Thailand are turning Bangkok into a global “playground city” while the...
Skal International Taipei Welcomes President Windy Yang
Skal International Taipei proudly announced the appointment of Madam Windy Yang as the club’s new...
Tourism A Catalyst for Peace in a Divided World
Andrew Wood, eTN correspondent, a SKAL involved tourism professional and former hotel GM in...
Charting a New Course for Tourism: Skal Bangkok President’s Vision for 2025
In the serene setting of the Sukhothai Bangkok Hotel, James Thurlby, President of Skål...
Will Louis Vuitton and Cartier make Thailand Travel more Expensive for Italians?
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is setting its sights on high-spending European travelers...
Skal International Bangkok Receives APAC Insider‘s Hospitality Excellence Award
Skal International Bangkok, one of Thailand’s five active Skal clubs, has proudly been named winner...
Skal International Bangkok Inspires with Commitment to Excellence
In a remarkable gathering that left its members inspired and delighted, Skal International Bangkok...
A Historic Day for Equality: Thailand Passes Same-Sex Marriage Bill
The recognition of same-sex marriage in Thailand is a triumph for equality and human rights. It is...
Germany’s FTI Collapse: Losses Exceed 111M Baht in Thailand
Germany-based FTI Group filed for insolvency in the Munich regional court earlier this month...
The First Pink Plus Economy: A Game Changer for Amazing Thailand
Thailand has always been a little different when it comes to tourism, entertainment, and...
Asia’s Airline Guru on the Future of Air Travel
Fares had risen by 30% and weren’t coming down anytime soon, with airline capacity unlikely to...
Skal International Bangkok Elects First Female President
Skal International Bangkok, a vibrant hub of hospitality and tourism professionals, proudly...
Secret Bangkok – Chic Bang Rak and the Historic Prince Theatre
Exploring the enchanting heritage of Bang Rak: where tradition meets the 21st century.
Supercharged Demand: Resilience and Rise of Travel in Post-Pandemic World
In the ever-encouraging trajectory of post-pandemic travel resurgence, Asia emerges as a focal...
Skal Asia Congress 2024 Offers Unmissable Opportunities for Professionals
Skal Asia presents the 53rd Skal Asia Congress 2024, a premier gathering for industry professionals...
Illegal Skydiving Adventure in Thailand Turned Deadly
A 33 year old British skydiving instructor fell to his death in Pattara when illegally jumping from...
Bhutan: Gelephu Mindfulness City
Gelephu City is being designed the Mindfulness City, aligning with His Majesty King Jigme Khesar...
Memorable Celebration at Skal Bangkok Networking Night
The Hyatt Regency Sukhumvit recently played host to an unforgettable evening – the Skal Bangkok...
Skal International Bahrain Announces Outstanding Offer For 53rd Asian Area Congress
Skal International Bahrain Club 370 is thrilled to unveil the details of the much anticipated 53rd...
Holiday Music Video Boosts Tourism on Thailand’s Royal Coast
In a spectacular blend of music and visuals, "The Isan Project" presents their latest creation...
Skal International Bangkok Wins Best Hotel & Networking Group 2023 Award
A party was organized to celebrate Skal International Bangkok’s recent win of the Best Hotel &...
The Skal Standard: An Inside Look at Bangkok’s Premier Tourism Networking Event
If you weren't at September's Skal Bangkok event, you missed an evening of unparalleled hospitality...
A new Thai PM Has His Mind on Tourism and National Security
Thailand's Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin’s strategic collaboration with top officials aims to...
The Tourism Authority of Thailand has an Amazing New Boss
Ms. Thapanee Kiatphaiboon began her role as the new Governor of the Tourism Authority of Thailand...
SEAHIS 2023 Beats Last Year’s Record Attendance
The 6th edition of SEAHIS kicked-off today in Bangkok where 106 speakers will present from June 26...
52nd Skal Asia Congress Opens In Bali
The first face-to-face Skal Asia Congress since the pandemic opened today to a fanfare welcome to...
Skal Bangkok Business Luncheon to Boost Thailand Tourism
The Skal International Bangkok luncheon talk will discover how influencers marketing can boost...
Skal Issues $200 Subsidy to Attend Asian Area Congress
With a little over a month to go for the 52nd Asian Area Congress in Bali, Skal has issued a...
Skal Asia Congress 2023 Bali Set To Be The Best
The 2023 Skal Asia Congress will take place June 1-4, 2023, at the luxurious Merusuka Hotel Nusa...
Skal International Asia Congress set for Merusaka Hotel Bali
Skal Asia, the global tourism network, is delighted to announce its Asia Congress to be held at the...
Bali set to welcome Skal Asia Congress
Here are three reasons why you definitely should join the Skal Asia Congress from June 1-4, 2023...
UNESCO World Heritage Khao Yai Thailand and the Peri Hotel
The Peri Hotel, situated on the edge of the wonderful Khao Yai National Park, is just 2.5 hours...
RIP Honorary World President Skal International
Skal International Australia sent out a message via facebook that Max H. Kingston, Honorary World...
Bhutan hosts major Bangkok event as it reopens for tourism
Kingdom of Bhutan reopens its borders to international guests following the global COVID-19 pandemic
Baton change at Skal Goa
Sk. Shekhar and Skal Goa Board Members have a vision of creating a niche for the club in...
Thailand’s Central Group close the deal on Selfridges
Central Group and Signa Holding announced today they have now completed the acquisition of...
New Era of Digital Marketing for Thailand Tourism
Skal International Bangkok organized a Business Luncheon on "New Era of Digital Marketing for...
Saudi Arabia and Thailand mend relations, boosting tourism
Restored relations between Saudi Arabia and Thailand, sees lifted travel bans and resumed travel...
Skal plus jazz equals charitable donation
Skal International Koh Samui organized Samui Summer Jazz Festival, raising funds as a donation to...
Sky High at The Standard Bangkok Mahanakhon: An Absolute Gem
Due to open next week, the new "The Standard" Bangkok hotel was having a practice run beforehand...
Thailand Internet Icon and Pioneer to speak at Skal event
Thailand Internet icon and pioneer, Pawoot Pongvitayapanu (Pom), will speak at the next Skal...
Bhutan Tourist Fee Up 300%
Travelers to Bhutan will pay a higher Sustainable Development Fee when it reopens to international...
My Secret Hideaway in Thailand is in Ko Lanta, Krabi
We were looking for a four-day hideaway - a memorable island getaway with easy access to Bangkok...
Skal Students Rub Elbows with Tourism Leaders
"What was your ID number?" was a popular question among AU students and alumni at the recent SKAL...
Enforcers Team Up to Break Wildlife Trafficking Networks
Counter wildlife trafficking experts conducted specialized training course in Kota Kinabalu...
Narai Hotel Bangkok has an amazing story to tell
Valuable insights from the leaders of Thailand’s family-owned hotel icons. A smart thinking driving...
South East Asia Hotel Investors’ Summit opens in Bangkok to record numbers
SEAHIS 2022 opened today with a record attendance and record sponsors with over 100 speakers and...
Skal Wishes Happy Landings on New Direct Thailand Flights
Following the announcement this week by Phoenix Aviation that it will launch direct flights between...
Skal Bangkok lunch with future Thailand PM hopeful
Korn Chatikavanij announces his plans to cancel 90-day reporting, introduce integrated casino...
Skal International Tokyo Donates 500,000 Yen to Ukraine
The Skal Club of Tokyo recently held their Monthly Meeting at the Cerulean Tower Tokyu Hotel. A...
Tourism Billionaire Calls for Thailand to Scrap Pass and Test & Go
One of Thailand’s leading hospitality figures has called on the Thai government to scrap the...
Skal Bangkok Promotes Benefits of Women in Leadership Roles
Skal International Bangkok in collaboration with Pacific City Club organized a Luncheon Talk on...
Skål International Bangkok Makes Donation to Help Children
James Thurlby, President of Skål International Bangkok, presented a 30,000 Baht check...
A Vision of a new PATA of Tomorrow
Since 1951, PATA has served as a catalyst for the responsible development of travel and tourism to...
A New Billion Dollar Bright Light Shining for Singapore Tourism
Relax in the world's largest rooftop pool while looking out over Singapore’s awe-inspiring city...
How much has Travel in Amazing Thailand Changed now?
Has travel and tourism in Amazing Thailand changed? I found myself contemplating the answer as I...
Skal-PATA Christmas Event a Big Hit in Bangkok
I had the honor and privilege to address the much-anticipated annual SKÅL/PATA CHRISTMAS lunch. The...
Thailand Tourism Minister: Is This the Light at the End of the Tunnel?
H.E. Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, Minister of Tourism & Sports along with Khun Chattan Kunjara Na...
Virtual Destination Marketing Contest: University Students Win New Special Prizes
Five university teams won cash and prizes at the 2021 Destination Marketing Contest hosted by...
All of Thailand Now Opening to Visitors Without Quarantine Announces PM
In a televised nationwide broadcast, Thailand’s Prime Minister Gen. Prayut Chan-o-cha announced...
Executive Director Exits as Mekong World Tourism Day Forum Now in Final Stages
Mekong Tourism is heading for a busy October with two key events to round off Jens Thraenhart’s...
Restrictions eased in Bangkok as COVID numbers fall 30%
Patrons will now not need to be fully vaccinated and/or pass a COVID-19 test to dine in at eateries...
Amazing Thailand bows in wai: The Rosewood Bangkok, a COVID casualty Hotel
When the Rosewood was opened it reshaped Bangkok's skyline. Rosewood Bangkok is a 30-story...
Thailand’s Koh Samui Reopens to Vaccinated International Travelers
SKÅL welcomes reopening of Thailand’s second largest island to vaccinated foreign travelers in the...
Skål International Thailand launches destination marketing despite COVID surge
Skål International Thailand has launched a series of Destination Marketing Websites with a strong...
WTTC and WTN advocates waiving patents on COVID-19 vaccine production
Wealthy countries face increased pressure to share technology and rights with vaccine manufacturers...
Third wave wreaking havoc on Thailand’s tourism restart plan – where are we now?
Eighteen Thai provinces have now been declared red zones, with a partial lockdown and stay at home...
New President of SKAL International Krabi elected
SKAL International Thailand Vice President Kevin Rautenbach has been elected President of SKAL...
The Road to Re-opening Hotel Doors – a Guide
Andrew J Wood examines possible strategies for hoteliers
London TAT office fully supports opening Phuket to tourists in July
Thailand's priority is to make tourism safe for both tourists and locals alike
No quarantine for Phuket starting July 1
Tourists wanting to visit Phuket, Thailand, who have been vaccinated will be able to do so without...