The PATA Destination Marketing Forum 2022 (PDMF 2022), with the theme “Building Back Sustainably through Cultural Heritage and Community-based Tourism”, officially began on Tuesday, August 2 at the International Convention Center (ICC) in Hat Yai, Songkhla, Thailand, attracting 326 delegates from 22 destinations and 10 national tourism organisations (NTOs).
Centara Hotel Bangkok appoints their new General Manager
Centara Hotels & Resorts announces Metta Boonyaritipong as opening General Manager for Centra by Centara Hotel Bangkok Phra Nakhon.
Bangkok Mahanakhon officially opens as Global Group’s Asia flagship
The Standard announces the opening of The Standard, Bangkok Mahanakhon, its flagship in Asia and the latest addition to the King Power Group portfolio.
Sindhorn Midtown Hotel Bangkok opens as the first Vignette Collection hotel in Asia
Each of its 393 rooms feature large format bathroom amenities from Karl Lagerfeld and modern comforts such as Fritz Hansen’s iconic Drop chairs.
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts expands presence with four new hotels in Bangkok
The four distinct brands under Wyndham’s portfolio – Wyndham, Wyndham Garden, Ramada Plaza by Wyndham, and Ramada by Wyndham make their collective debut in Bangkok.
Asia Pacific hospitality update – Week ending 25 March 2022
Ascott Acquires Two Properties in Ningbo China and Amsterdam for around USD190 million.
Meliá Phuket Mai Khao Celebrates Opening
Meliá Phuket Mai Khao, a wellness-inspired resort that fronts Phuket’s longest stretch of sand with a chilled-out beach club and private pool villas has opened on Thailand’s largest island.
Thailand reopens additional sandbox destinations
Thailand’s Centre for COVID-19 Situation Administration has approved the reopening of three more Sandbox destinations – Ko Samui, Ko Pha-ngan, and Ko Tao.
HOMA Phuket Town opens its doors
Eco-friendly 505-key property blends the convenience of a serviced residence with the comfort of an upscale hotel.
Meliá to open on Mai Khao Beach
Leading Spanish hotel group partners with Phuket Villa Group to launch landmark resort.











