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The food of southern Thailand has a reputation for being spicy. And often, this reputation is justified. But below the surface there are so many otther flavors and outside influences at play, making it clear that the real goal is balance.
Sponsored by Tourism Authority of Thailand 29 Apr 2021 The travel industry’s recovery from the impacts of COVID-19 represents a golden opportunity for a reset and a refocus towards a more responsible and sustainable future. One destination that is grabbing that opportunity with both hands is Thailand. It recognises that the tourists of today and tomorrow are keen to make a positive impact on the environments, societies and economies they set foot in. Here are five ways Thailand is taking a responsible approach to tourism: 1. Food/eco-eati...
Sponsored by Tourism Authority of Thailand 22 Apr 2021 The Thai government has approved the Tourism Authority of Thailand’s (TAT’s) three-stage roadmap to reopen six major tourist provinces to vaccinated foreign tourists. This development follows the Thai government’s decision to reduce quarantine for international arrivals from 14 days to seven days for vaccinated international arrivals from the The TAT’s reopening roadmap will take place in stages in the second, third and fourth quarters of this year, specifically for vaccinated...
Revenge spending Stephen CuUnjieng ON April 15, China announced its first quarter GDP results. Up 18.3 percent year-on-year. It has also been earnings season in the US, and the first quarter results have been generally good but phenomenal for banks and investment banks. What is driving this growth? Government spending, especially on infrastructure in China (expect the US to follow with President Biden pushing for that), and everywhere that is opening up — revenge spending. China is hoping for revenge spending the way the US is aiming for China-style infrastructure spending. ...
Surf's up because the paradise island of Bali has also been included on the list (we'd be shocked if it wasn't). The 'rockstar' of Indonesia's archipelago of over 17,500 islands, Bali offers the best of the highs and the lows: towering volcanic mountains, sprawling rice terraces, lush green forests, stunning temples, beaches of sorts, beautiful turquoise waters, and colourful coral reefs. Not forgetting, it's trademark Balinese culture that's unlike anywhere else in Indonesia, a tradition that's steeped in rich history, and the warmest people you'll ever meet.