A NEW RECORD FOR U.S. TRAVEL.SOLIDIFIES RANK AS AMERICA’S MOST-VISITED DESTINATION.Tourism officials announced today a historic milestone in the travel industry as Orlando became the first U.S. destination to surpass 70 million annual visitors. In 2017, 72 million visitors traveled to Orlando, an increase of more than 5 percent over the prior year, once again making it America’s most-visited destination.

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has selected Pattaya as the host city for this year’s ‘Thailand Travel Mart Plus Amazing Gateway to the Greater Mekong Subregion’ (TTM+), positioning the event in a new light as the country’s travel sector continues to grow from strength to strength.

THAI and Thai Beverage Public Company Limited jointly organized this event to celebrate Royal Orchid Plus’ 25th Anniversary. Royal Orchid Plus members redeemed 2,500 miles for a photo shoot in Thai traditional attire with Chayanitikorn Photo Studio at THAI’s Head Office.

Thailand is one of the gems of the Asia Pacific hospitality market, a diverse and vibrant country with a culture unlike anywhere else in the world. In Thailand, visitors can enjoy luscious jungle landscapes, as well as one of the most dynamic urban spaces on the planet in Bangkok, where there are New York City neighbourhood vibes and some of the most highly-regarded cuisine around.
For those familiar with Thailand then, it should come as no surprise that a look at the TOPHOTELCONSTRUCTION database reveals its project pipeline to be healthy and growing, with a grand total of 91 projects on the way, projects that once completed will yield a reported 18,923 new rooms for guests.

Amara Bangkok Certified 2018 Thailand MICE Venue Standard Award by Thailand Convention & Exhibition Bureau (TCEB).Amara Bangkok has been awarded the prestigious MICE Venue Standard Certificate 2018 by Thailand Convention & Exhibition Bureau (TCEB) for its outstanding meeting facilities that meet internationally recognised standards, making it one of Thailand’s leading MICE venues.

The most recent installation of the now legendary TOPHOTELWORLDTOUR event took place at the end of April in Dubai. We recap the day to see what was in store for this round’s attendees. A day of networking.The TOPHOTELWORLDTOUR events are always an interesting and engaging way to spend a day surrounded by hospitality professionals, colleagues and peers. The industry’s biggest hitters and most well-renowned experts are often in attendance, and get to spend the day exchanging information and learning about the most current trends and debates within the hotel industry.