Thai capital Bangkok has a host of floating markets. The floating markets in Bangkok are one of the country’s biggest attractions. Although many of the waterways have been replaced by the road, their unmistakable charm makes them destinations worth visiting. These floating markets are very popular among tourists especially for shopping. Almost every traveller has a visit to at least one on their first trip here. The colours, chaos, flavours and atmosphere make it a unique experience, and the novelty of buying a snack from a passing boat takes some beating. Floating markets are Taling Chan Market, Bang Ku Wiang Market, Tha Kha, and Damnoen Saduak. There are actually several floating markets around Bangkok open all day, including a small but very nice one just 12km from S...
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Thailand received a group of tourists from China on Tuesday, its first such arrivals since a ban on commercial flights was imposed in April to combat the coronavirus pandemic, a senior official said, as street demonstrations escalate. Thirty-nine tourists from Shanghai arrived at the country’s main Suvarnabhumi Airport, the airport’s deputy director, Kittipong Kittikachorn, said in a statement. The announcement came as anti-government protesters continue to defy a ban on gatherings after authorities declared Bangkok to be in a severe emergency situation. However, the unrest has not impacted interest in the country, Tourism Authority of Thailand governor Yuthasak Supasorn told Reuters. “There have been no cancellations or any enquiries about it so far and people are followi...
Read MoreAs we become more conscious of how we travel, we tend to choose experiences that not only feel good but also benefit the locals all while minimising negative environmental impacts. From Africa to Thailand, Avani Hotels have been encouraging eco-minded tourists to explore game-changing community projects helping to make sustainable travel mainstream. Distilling coconuts at Sri Lanka Arrack, a traditional spirit made from the fermented sap of coconut flowers or sugarcane, is pure Sri Lankan tropical vibes distilled in a bottle. Admittedly an acquired taste, some describe it as a cross between bourbon and rum but with a lot more kick. Rockland Distillerie), a heritage distillery dating back to 1924, is on a mission to bring arrack to the world. Their upmarket product, a barrel-aged...
Read MoreWhether it’s an unexpected trunk hug from a two tonne elephant friend in Chiang Rai, to a group selfie on a girls’ night out at a rooftop bar in Bangkok or capturing the perfect beach sunset pic with someone special in Phuket – fun holiday snaps make great memories last a lifetime. At Anantara and Avani you can share your #SanookSnap moments and win great travel prizes around Thailand so you can take even more! Loving your room with a three-country view in the Golden Triangle? #SanookSnap it! Partying with friends on a rooftop bar? #SanookSnap it! Enjoying a decadent floating breakfast in your beachside pool villa? #SanookSnap it! From the jungles up north, to the bright lights of Bangkok, right down to the lush Southern islands, the more you snap, post and hashtag #SanookSnap an...
Read MoreThe pioneering elephant welfare charity, The Human Elephant Learning Programs Foundation (H-ELP), is partnering with the Golden Triangle Asian Elephant Foundation (GTAEF) to launch a global service that stars elephants in Zoom video calls live from their natural habitat in Northern Thailand’s ancient jungle. Rates start from US$ 75 to bring elephants in on a Zoom video call for ten minutes. For US$ 145 callers also get a two-minute introduction to their three-ton video call companions and a three-minute question and answer session conducted by one of the GTAEF’s elephant experts. All funds raised through people or organisations booking elephants to partake in their video conferencing will be shared by H-ELP and GTAEF to care for Asian elephants. The Zoom fundraising initia...
Read MoreAnantara Chiang Mai Resort is offering residents of Thailand the ultimate getaway blending contemporary design with traditional Thai hospitality and old world charm for a stay that won’t break the bank. Recently named the number one resort in Southeast Asia in the annual Travel + Leisure 2020 World’s Best Awards, Anantara Chiang Mai is conveniently located on the banks of the Mae Ping River, giving easy access for guests to explore the temple-filled old city, Lanna heritage, artisan villages and mountain hill tribes. Anantara Chiang Mai Resort - Kasara Garden View Suite The resort’s centerpiece, the stunning colonial house, was once the British consulate of Chiang Mai. The house is now The Service 1921 Restaurant and Bar, charming guests with a British secret intelligence c...
Read MoreTourism dependent economies across the globe are coming up with innovative and desperate measures to revive the tourism industry and so is the case with Goa. While some may cite the growing number of COVID-19 cases in the country at an alarming rate to argue that the restrictions lifting decision in Goa is premature, one must look at the state of the economy and the economy of the state, says a leading travel trade analyst. Following the news that Goa has lifted the restrictions on the movement of people in and out of the state and has allowed the reopening of bars; Animesh Kumar, Director of Travel and Tourism Consulting at GlobalData, a leading research and consulting company, said that, “Tourism, along with mining and pharmaceuticals, is a major contributor to the economy of Goa...
Read MoreAvani Hotels & Resorts has officially opened its latest resort and the first in Thailand’s southern beach town of Krabi - Avani Ao Nang Cliff Krabi Resort. Thailand’s tourism slogan is ‘Amazing Thailand’, and once you’ve seen the setting of the new Avani Ao Nang Cliff Krabi Resort you’ll understand why!! Centrally located, Avani Ao Nang Cliff Krabi Resort boasts stunning views of limestone formations rising up from the Andaman Sea. Just steps away from local cafes and bars, as well as the ever-popular Ao Nang Night Market, visitors can immerse themselves in the bustling social scene while still being able to enjoy Ao Nang’s natural beauty. Exterior view of Avani Ao Nang Cliff Krabi Resort The contemporary 178 guest rooms and villas reflect Krabi’s natural landscape and are de...
Read MoreThailand will allow foreign tourists to visit for longer stays from October, a senior official said on Friday, as the government tries to revive a key economic sector that has been devasted by the coronavirus pandemic. Tourists will have to stay for at least 30 days, with the first 14 days in quarantine in a limited vicinity of their hotel, before they can visit other areas, Tourism Authority of Thailand governor Yuthasak Supasorn told Reuters. The announcement comes after authorities suspended plans to create ‘travel bubbles’ with partner countries as the number of coronavirus cases in Asia rose. “On Oct. 1 we will start in Phuket,” Yuthasak said. Visitors will have to take two coronavirus tests during quarantine before they are able to travel to the rest of the island, M...
Read MoreWith an eye on a greener future and a more sustainable outlook, Avani has rolled out a series of initiatives focusing on sustenance and wellness. Signature Avani properties in Thailand, Cambodia and Laos are stepping up their commitment to support local communities by highlighting the region’s speciality produce and the need to rely less on imports. They have also adopted zero-waste initiatives, including plans for on-site composting systems to process all organic waste and a permaculture organic garden to promote self-sufficiency. Plant-based Cafe at Avani+ Samui Resort Adopting Happy Feet at Avani Pattaya Resort Avani Pattaya Resort has pioneered the first hydroponic farm in the famous coastal town of Thailand, which supplies 40% of Avani Pattaya’s daily supply of fresh ingredi...
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