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e-Travelers Club travel update A Trend Setting e-Travel Update to Benefit your Business and Ensemble Travel Agenda ------Volume 69 – 2015

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INCENTIVE TRAVEL & CONVENTIONS, MEETINGS-ASIA (IT&CMA)/ CORP TRAVEL WORLD 29 Sep. to 01 Oct. 2015. Bangkok Conventions Centre at Central World, Bangkok, Thailand Official Hote: Centara Grand CENTRAL World, Bangkok.

New Award category - “Stickiest Social Sharing” delegate: The World's Only Doublebill Event in MICE and Corporate Travel, both events have been co-locating since 2004, offering delegates an unparalleled platform to do business, learn and network. This year the event has added a new title to its Sticky Awards honor-roll in search for the“Stickiest Social Sharing” delegate. Open to all registered event delegates, this initiative is aimed at encouraging attendees to share their show experience with peers through social media and via the mobile app in-guide sharing platforms.

“We have delegates who simply enjoy keeping their networks posted about interesting things they are involved in or have discovered. From the sights and sounds of Bangkok, the latest phrase of inspiration they have heard from one

of 16 of our reputed speakers, to the destinations, products and services that have piqued their interest at the exhibition hall or networking function. The idea is to reward them for sharing and to encourage more delegates to join in the exchange,” said Darren Ng, Managing Director of TTG Asia Media. “Stickiest Social Sharing” winner will be determined by votes from other delegates, as well as by the organisers who will consider both the content and frequency of posts that had left the biggest impression. The winner will be announced during the “Sticky Awards” Networking Lunch Oct. 1

To facilitate winner selection, all posts must be identifiable with the delegate’s registered name and company name along with the relevant hashtags #itcma2015 and/or #ctwapac2015 on Twitter, Facebook or the mobile app in- guide photo gallery. Delegates are also required to log-into the mobile guide and check themselves in as an attendee to qualify for the award.

Meanwhile, IT&CMA and CTW Asia-Pacific’s mobile app guide, powered by Guidebook, will be accessible only by registered delegates, as it contains exclusive event content. This includes the essential Show Directory that features the full list of exhibitors and their profiles (this will replace hard copies), delegate listings, alerts to keep delegates updated of latest developments, personalisable program schedules, and interactive floorplans of the exhibition hall and conference areas amongst others. Delegates will also have access to the mobile guide’s connect function that allows them to see who else is attending the event, and exchange contact information virtually. For details: www.itcma.com | www.corporatetravelworld.com/apac

TCEB ACCELERATES ASEAN SUCCESS THROUGH THAILAND CONNECT THE WORLD FAMILIARISATION TRIP

Promoting strategic MICE offerings from Metropolitan and Riverside Bangkok and Evergreen Khao Yai, the Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau (Public Organization) or TCEB reaffirmed Thailand's leadership position as a gateway to ASEAN business success through the Thailand CONNECT The World 2015: Bangkok - Khao Yai Media Familiarisation Trip, highlighting Thailand as a strategic linkage between global business excellence and local expertise that contributes to the success of the world's economy through the vibrancy of the country's MICE industry. A deep-dive programme showcases a diversity of business events destinations which include Bangkok, a quintessential Asian metropolis and the capital of connection, and Khao Yai, an emerging business events paradise and home to Thailand's third largest national park and a UNESCO World Heritage Site (Dong Phayayen-Khao Yai Forest Complex). According to Mr Nopparat Maythaveekulchai, TCEB's President, "TCEB is proud to build on the strong and long-standing relationship the between Thai and global MICE sectors, and showcase Thailand as a gateway to ASEAN success for global businesses”. Details: http://www.thaipr.net/general/636827

of 16 Check out Top Ten Meeting Trends in 2015: www.businesseventsthailand.com/nc/news-download/blog/detail/article/659- top-10-meeting-trends-for-2015-announced/

Mark Your Calendar

PACIFIC ASIA TRAVEL ASSOCIATION (PATA) NEW-TOURISM-FRONTIERS-FORUM - LEGAZPI, ALBAY - PHILIPPINES (November 25-27, 2015)

After a few years in turbulence during the recent past, mainly due to deviation in keeping abreast the true philosophy of travel and tourism industry, which led to decline in membership; PATA is restructuring with god-speed hopefully regain the glory that members and associates benefited from in the years from the mid 80's to late 90's.

"The newly re-branded PATA New Tourism Frontiers Forum (formerly the PATA Adventure Travel and Responsible Tourism Conference) stems from the need to help secondary and tertiary areas grow and develop into widely recognised, bucket-listed tourism destinations.

The Forum brings together tourism professionals to share their insights and experiences in marketing and managing tourism growth at a national level to

of 16 lesser-known corners of the destination, thus ensuring the responsible growth and development of travel and tourism in a sustainable manner. Local communities will economically benefit through the dispersion of tourists to these new frontiers". Check out details: https://www.pata.org/portfolio/ntff2015/#overview

ASEAN TOURISM FORUM (ATF), MANILA – PHILIPPINES 18 -125 January 2016

ASEAN (Association of South-East Asian Nations) embodies unity in diversity and is a colorful and vibrant tropical 10-in-one destinations like no other. With the ATF 2016 Theme: “One Community for Sustainability”, the Philippine Department of Tourism (DoT) will be taking the lead in putting together ATF 2016 in Manila, with support from ASEANTA and TTG Asia Media. ATF 2016 will be introducing the Investment Fair. According to Darren Ng, Managing Director, TTG Asia Media, ATF 2016 will target “to host about 400 buyers, about 50 per cent from Asia, 30 per cent from Europe and 15 per cent from North America. Traditionally for ASEAN, intra-regional travel is important, and the next important step is Europe.” More info and Registration: www. atf philippines.com

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ARABIAN TRAVEL MARKET, DUBAI (UAE) 25 – 28 April 2016 Venue: Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Center

of 16 Arabian Travel Market is the market leading, international travel and tourism event unlocking business potential within the Middle East for inbound and outbound tourism professionals. Tourism destinations from around the world showcase a diverse range of accommodation options, breathtaking tourism attractions, travel technology and key airline routes. ATM 2016 spotlight theme is Family Travel. There will also be a focus on Travel Technology, Business Travel, Luxury and Wellness. www.arabiantravelmarket.com

Travel Trend

PACIFIC ASIA TRAVEL ASSOCIATION (PATA) BACK IN ACTION

What goes up, comes down and again goes up - PATA has been perhaps an ideal example of organizational life cycle. . . although leadership has been blamed during certain period of time when PATA went into a deficit in the amount of US$ 700,000 (2014), resulting into a declining number of members and thus collapse of some of the major PATA Events taking place in the Asia-Pacific region. More recently, under the new leadership of Mario Hardy, CEO, PATA is restructuring growth with a surplus of US$ 134,000. Membership is on the rise and some of the iconic travel events that were scraped are being resurrected. The ongoing PATA Travel Mart proved a success with conservatively budgeted surplus of US$ 170,000 (compared to last year's loss of US$ 30,000. Besides PATA's key events: PATA Travel Mart, PATA Summit, PATA CEO Challenge, Global Insights Conference, Indigenous Tourism & Trade Conference, Tourism Career Fair (PATA Malaysa Chapter), the inaugural New Tourism Frontiers Forum (to be held in Legazpi, Philippines, November 25 - 27, 2015); PATA will hold all in all 15 profitable events by the end of 2015, twice as many as in 2014. Founded in 1951, the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) is a not-for profit association that is internationally acclaimed for acting as a catalyst for the responsible development of travel and tourism to, from and within the Asia Pacific region. www.pata.org/tag/pata-events-2015

THAILAND CONVENTION & EXHIBITION BUREAU (TCEB) BANGKOK THAILAND'S MICE INDUSTRY JOINS FORCES TO MAINTAIN CONFIDENCE AMONG CHINESE MICE TRAVELLERS

Commemorating the 40th Anniversary of Thai-Chinese Relations and extending Thailand's invitation with special welcome packages

of 16 The "Thailand CONNECT The World: China MICE Commemorative Dinner 2015" is one of the marketing and PR activities under the Thailand's MICE United II, a strategic campaign with collaboration from 9 public and private organisations to reinvigorate Thailand's positive image and position the country as a gateway to success in ASEAN, especially as the region is moving toward the implementation of the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC). TCEB will also present this event as a platform to update the China's MICE market on the real situation in Thailand.

Ms. Parichat Svetasreni, Director of Marketing and Corporate Image Department of TCEB, said that "Thailand CONNECT The World: China MICE Commemorative Dinner 2015" " is to commemorate the 40th Anniversary of Thai-Chinese Relations, and forms core part of TCEB's outreach to the China's MICE market, a top source market to Thailand. www.tceb.or.th http://www.businesseventsthailand.com/

TCEB will be holding the Asia-Pacific premier MICE Exhibition and Forum IT&CMA/ CTW at Bangkok Convention Center, Bangkok from 28 Sep. to 01 October, 2015. The high profile Event is organized by TTG Asia Media (Singapore). www.tceb.or.th/TCEB.php

Destination:

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SWITZERLAND

HIKER'S PARADISE - NENDAZ, VALAIS You will receive a gift from Nendaz Tourism - just to say a thank you to carrying back your own litter and help keep the environment clean. You will find it hard to imagine that just before you set your foot prints on the trails, thousand had walk up the trail before you. So you can help maintain this "0 Litter. . . " campaign.

Check out these special offers:

of 16 1) Take the lift chairs to Mont Fort (unbelievable discout)! On 21st September, save a Big Deal just @ CHF 10.- to "(re)discover the 4 Vallées before the winter season. Be sure not to miss an exceptional viewpoint, that of the Mont-Fort at 3,300m, and its breathtaking panorama". http://www.nendaz.ch/tourism/liftpasse-2181.html

2) Mountain Bike Photo Contest: "Budding photographer and mountainbike enthusiast? This is your chance! You have until 18th October to photograph yourself on one of our 12 mountainbike itineraries and to send us your best pictures. Super prizes to be won!" http://www.nendaz.ch/tourism/photo-competition-mountain-bike-4572.html

MATTERHORM, ZERMATT – VALAIS, SWITZERLAND Celebrating 150 Years since the First ascent on Mt. Matterhorn 4478m Kilian Jornet Sets New Speed Record on Matterhorn. He "has run up and down the Matterhorn, starting and finishing in the town of Breuil- Cervinia, Italy, in an astonishing 2 hours, 52 minutes ROUND-TRIP. Jornet took more than 20 minutes off the previous speed record, set back in 1995 by Italian runner Bruno Brunod". www.climbing.com/news/kilian-jornet-shatters-matterhorn-speed-record/

New Chairlift In the Schwarzsee area, there is a completely new six-seat chairlift, which replaces the previous Hörnli lift. This makes it possible for skiers to experience the magic of the Matterhorn on new, challenging piste kilometres at the foot of the legendary mountain’s north face.

THAILAND

BANGKOK

The cosmopolitan Bangkok is the hub of ASEAN countries and among the leading MICE destination of the Asia-Pacific region. The venue of the region’s premier MICE Show and Exhibition (IT&CMA/ CTW); Bangkok offers an impressive infrastructure to holing conferences and trade exhibition at venues including the Bangkok Convention Center, Impact Arena Exhibition Center, and a number of leading hotels like the Roal Orchid Sheraton Hotel & Towers that offers a full serviced conference and meeting facilities. www.bangkokconventioncentre.net/en

KOH SAMUI/ KRABI, (Destinations Post IT&CMA 2015 Tour) The IT&CMA 2015 has selected post tour destinations: Koh Samui and Krabi, located South-East and South West of Thailand, respectively. The beach destinations offers some of the finest beaches in Asia, with a world class tourism infrastructure comprising of high end luxury and villa accommodation,

of 16 a variety of restaurants offering cuisines from around the world, entertainment complexes and shopping centers.

Beyond Resort Krabi by Kat

MALAYSIA

KUALA LUMPUR (KL) INAUGURATES ANNUAL MASK ARTS FESTIVAL KL inaugurated this year (13 - 16 August 2015), the Annual Malaysia International Mask Festival (MIMAF) 2015 is to be held at Esplanade, Kuala Lumpur City Centre (KLCC) Park. The four-day festival involves 287 Malaysia participants and 92 foreign participants. In Malaysia, the Orang Asli Mah Meri tribe from Carey Island, Selangor, is well- known for its mask art. "This festival also aims to instill understanding on the local and international community socio-culture in relation with the mask culture by featuring the uniqueness of masks according to their motif and creation.

of 16 It also exposes the characteristics, universality and variations of shape and design of mask in accordance with its function and role”. MIMAF is comprised of: Performance; Exhibition (at Central Market, Sungei Wang Plaza and Nu Sentral); Demonstration; Competition and Parade (with music along Jalan Ampang , Jalan Sultan Ismail, Jalan P.Ramlee and Suria KLCC). The performance component consists of gala, country and pocket showcases. Exhibition will feature mask and costume, demonstration will emphasis on mask-painting and carving, along with face and helmet-painting.

EDUTOURISM - MALAYSIA A new way to involve tourists in Malaysian tourism and cultural activities through educational institutes and travel agents: The Ministry of Higher Education, Ministry of Tourism and Culture, Tourism Malaysia and the tourism trade industry have collaborated with several local universities to offer Edutourism Packages. The idea stems from the fact that local universities own vast resources and facilities which can be shared and appreciated with the public. Edutourism packages offer participants the opportunity to combine leisure with guided experiential learning, and expose them to the wonders of learning in a fun way. Currently, 149 packages are offered by nine universities working with 20 tour agencies. The interesting packages are suitable for kids and adults and include: - Learning about essential oil production and how to extract essential oils from the serai wangi plant at UiTM - Smart Little Veterinar package at UPM where kids can feed animals as they learn about animal anatomy -Chinni Dragon Adventure by Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia where participants will learn from a scientist about the ecosystem of Tasik Chini, and visit an orang asli village -Ship Simulator programme at UNiversiti Malaysia Terengganu provides participants the opportunity to explore the ways of handling a ship and what it’s like to be a sailor -UiTM Dark Tour is a 4-hour spooky tour of the SAAS Building at UiTM Shah Alam, where stories abound of unusual phenomenon.

Hotels – Resorts

of 16 TIME HOTELS (New Executive Appointments) One of the official hotels for the delegates attending Middle-East prime travel show: Arabian Travel Market (25 - 28 April, 2016), TIME Hotels holds a strong share in the UAE hospitality Industry with a line up of TIME Hotels LLC, which currently manages the following properties:

• TIME Oak Hotel & Suites in Al Barsha, Dubai • TIME Grand Plaza Hotel in Al Qusais, Dubai • TIME Opal Hotel Apartments, Dubai • TIME Crystal Hotel Apartments, Dubai • TIME Topaz Hotel Apartments, Dubai • TIME Ruby Hotel Apartments, Sharjah • Pearl TIME Residence, Abu Dhabi • TIME Renero Resort and Suites Azzurra- Hurghada Egypt • Abu Dhabi, UAE - Meera TIME Residence • Abu Dhabi, UAE - Zakher TIME Residence

Hotels in the pipeline: • Wafi, Dubai, UAE - TIME Royal Hotel & Spa • Luxor, Egypt - TIME TUT Hotel • Doha, Qatar - TIME Rako Hotel • Doha, Qatar – TIME Plaza Hotel

First of the senior appointments is Ghassan Farhat. Having served in responsible position with the group, Ghassan befits as "the right man to take the reins in Sharjah as we fly the TIME Hotels flag across the Emirates,” said Mohamed Awadalla, CEO, TIME Hotels. Ghassan Farhat is tasked with developing TIME Ruby Hotel Apartments’ position as a leading midscale destination in the emirate. Second appointment goes to Kamal Abou Fares, who joins the corporate team as Marketing & Communications Director. “This is a pivotal role in TIME Hotels’ corporate framework with responsibility for the dissemination of key messages and communication of our ground-breaking environmental and CSR initiatives to the media, general public and partners across the region. Kamals’ enthusiasm and experience makes him the crucial lynchpin between our hotels and our guests,” said Awadalla.

of 16 http://www.timehotels.ae Dubai is an inspiring example when it comes to phenomenal fast rate of growth in development of a city with a high standard of living. Within a short time span of 50 years, this commercial hub of the UAE with a population of 2.2 million, has reached the pinnacle of glory as a world class city. Recently launched and successfully campaigned at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) Dubai, the Tourism Vision 2020 aims at Dubai to become the world’s most visited city. By 2020, Dubai tourism targets 20 million visitors arrival with 75% foreign travelers. www.arabiantravelmarket.com

THAILAND

BANGKOK

ROYAL ORCHID SHERATON Hotel & Towers

Ideally located in the center on the River front, the Royal Orchid Sheraton (ROS) is rated among Bangkok’s very best in 5-Star hospitality. Guests may conveniently access the hotel via the BTS (Saphan Thaksin station) and at the Pier (1 or 2) courtesy ROS boat (every hour on the hour from 10AM) offers a comfortable transfer to the hotel premises. Besides the usual 5-star features like swimming pools, a spa, a tennis court, a large garden area and the Link@Sheraton, ROC with 726 guest rooms, each offers unobstructed river views, also caters conferencing and meeting ((28,000 square) facilities, including spacious banquet venues for stylish and memorable events and weddings. The hotel’s main four restaurants: Thara Thong, Feast, Georgio’s, Sambal Bar & Grill and the Lobby Lounge is a journey into a culinary journey including Thai, Asian, Italian, and Continental. When you stay on the 27th floor – the Club Lounge offers the more intimate atmosphere to have complimentary breakfast, afternoon hors d’oeuvres, and many other benefits and features.The panoramic views of the riverside Bangkok is one of the best sighting that you will experience in the capital. www.royalorchidsheraton.com

FX Metrolink Hotel, Makkasan – By Furama Hotels International

One of Bangkok’s newest hotels under Furama Internaitonal brand – A Unico Premier Metrolink hotel, FX Furama adheres to the brand’s promise to deliver unforgettable travel experience to its guest. With it’s ideal location in the city center (New Phetchaburi Road) next to the airport link terminal Makkasan (connected to the City Metro link), the hotel room reservation made via Furama Websites have instant confirmation. You will receive an email with your hotel booking confirmation number almost immediately. Award winning room in the category of Superior Room (22 sq mts ) and Premier Room ( 26 sq mts), each featuring ensuite bathrooms, first class

of 16 comfort bed, LCD Flat TVs, Personal Safe and Minibar facilites. The Metro café Restaurant & Bar offers a fully nutritional Breakfast and all day dining. The hotel also offers a Rooftop pool, Fitness Center and a Meeting Room with full facilities. www.furama.com/metrolink/

KOH SAMUI ISLAND

ZAZEN BOUTIQUE RESORT & SPA, SAMUI

Zazen Restaurant Beachfront introduces Weekly Business Lunch Enjoy a light and fast lunch in a stunning environment, Daily from 12 PM to 3 PM The Menu comprises includes Potatoes Lavender Cappuccino or Laab Gai (spicy minced chicken salad), Goong Phad Med Mamuang (stir-fried prawns with chili and cashew nuts), Cafe or The Gourmand Coffee or Tea with a light dessert assortment. www.samuizazen.com

KATA BEACH REOSRT PHUKET/ PHUKET ORCHID RESORT (BY KATA)

FAMILY HOLIDAY PACKAGES - WEF 1 SEPTEMBER 2015 Both Resorts located on the best beaches of southern Thailand, now focus on better value family holidays, launching a series of complimentary family activities. The pioneering resort group, with a 35-year tourism track record and poised for a listing on the Stock Exchange of Thailand in 2017, has raised the bar for family experiences on the island by offering a new free and ongoing series of fun and educational activities - Guests are introduced with the local tropical fruits and offering Shaken and Stirred fruit cocktail making classes. - The ancient art of Thai massage is another source of inspiration that Kata Group Resorts has turned to as children can learn how to do foot massage and then turn their newly found skills and perform the massage on their parents. Certificates are then handed over. - Among other complimentary activities will be cooking classes for children over eight years old on a Little Chef programme and free swimming and snorkeling lessons in the extensive pools at both resorts called First Bubbles. Family Packages (From now until October 31): Kata Beach Resort and Spa 5 day, four night package for THB23,700++ Superior Room accommodation including daily breakfast, one family lunch, return airport transfers and tickets for four to Phuket Fantasea or Siam Niramit shows.

of 16 For the month of November Grand Deluxe accommodation with the same benefits and number of nights costs THB28,290++. Details. https://v4.reservation-system.net/Booking/packages.aspx? hotelcd=HT04003119 or http://bit.ly/Famktb Phuket Orchid Resort & Spa: From Now until November 12. 1) The Phuket Orchid Adventure package: 5 day, 4 nights - THB14,500++ Family room accommodation including daily breakfast for two adults and two children, one family lunch, a 30-minute elephant trekking experience for all the family and return airport transfers. 2) Phuket Orchid Fantasy package 5 days, 4 nights THB18,300++ Family accommodation including an evening show at Phuket Fantasea or Siam Niramit for two adults and two children, daily breakfast, one family lunch and return airport transfers. Details. https://v4.reservation-system.net/Booking/packages.aspx? hotelcd=HT05003342 SOUTH THAILAND

BEYOND RESORT KRABI & BEYOND RESORT KHAOLAK (BY KATA GROUP)

‘Just For Two” Package 4 days/3 nights 'Just For Two' couples promotions from now until 31 October 2015 and During the high season from November 1 2015 to March 31, 2016. Kata Group Resorts has been a prominent player in the hospitality industry in Thailand for more than 35 years with a collection of properties in highly desirable beachfront locations. Kata Group Resorts President and Owner, Mr Pramookpisitt Achariyachai, said: “The launch of the Just For Two experiences is to connect guests with the culture and nature of the destination as well as provide memorable accommodation and resort-based experiences.”

‘Just For Two’ at Beyond Resort Khao Lak and Beyond Resort Krabi consists of private couples dining experiences, highlighted by romantic candlelit dinners on the beach or in the privacy of guests’ villas or suites for champagne breakfast or dinners. The cuisine theme continues with cooking classes tailored to two offered at each resort, while healthy and romantic experiences for couples are available through couples spa sessions and privately supervised yoga. ‘Just For Two’ can even be tailored for a luxury, five-star diving trips and culinary safaris to islands and jungle areas – which will be rolled out later this year - as well as other destination experiences such as visiting local temples, elephant riding and hot springs excursions.

of 16 Beyond Resort Khaolak recently launched 24 Palm Villa Elite accommodation. The 78- sqm villas feature a manicured garden with outdoor shower, comfortable loungers and a 3x8-metre pool or Jacuzzi. All villas include a large bathroom with separate shower and double basins, walk-in wardrobe, King or Hollywood Twin beds, flat screen smart TV with direct internet access, free mini bar and are fully walled in to ensure privacy.

BEYOND RESORT KRABI Just For Two promotional package 4 days/3 nights for THB 20,002 net: - Deluxe Sea View accommodation, including daily breakfast, welcome drink, tropical fruits and chilled towels upon arrival, coffee and tea making facilities, - one candlelight dinner for two, a glass of house wine for two, - a two-hour spa treatment for two persons, return airport transfers, 30% discounts off spa and - 20% discount off food and beverage, free WiFi and late checkout. This rate rises to THB 32,136 net from November 1 2015 to March 31 2016 during the high season, except from 20 December 2015 to January 11 2016 when this rate is invalid. Booking: www.ctrip.com https://v4.reservation-system.net/booking/packages.aspx?hotelcd=HT11004787 or https://goo.gl/vMCs1C

BEYOND RESORT KHAOLAK. 3 night/ 4 days promotion for THB37,300 net - Palm Villa Elite with Private Pool accommodation, including daily breakfast, - one candlelight dinner for two @Beach Restaurant, a glass of wine, one-hour - Thai massage, - round-trip airport transfers, - gourmet coffee making facilities, free mini bar and free WiFi. This rate rises to THB41,500 net from November 1 2015 to March 31 2016 during the high season, except from 20 December 2015 to January 11 2016 when this rate is invalid. Booking: https://v4.reservation-system.net/booking/packages.aspx? hotelcd=HT11004878

Aviation

Swiss International Air Lines (SWISS) has again been voted “Europe’s Leading Airline Business Class” in the annual World Travel Awards. The distinction is one of three earned by the Lufthansa Group in the 2015 version of these prestigious industry awards. Details: https://www.swiss.com/corporate/EN/media/newsroom/press- releases/media-release-20150907

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THAI AIRWAYS

THAI Receives Three Smart Travel Asia Awards Thai Airways International Public Company Limited (THAI) announced it was recently recognized by Smart Travel Asia 2015, for placement in three categories. THAI ranked the Third Best Cabin Service, Fifth Best Business Class, and Sixth Best Airline Overall Worldwide by SmartTravelAsia.com readers. http://social.thaiairways.com/thai-receives-three-smart-travel-asia-awards/

THAI Holds Aircraft Anointing Ceremony for Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner and Boeing 777-300ER.

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