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Friday, 13 July 2007 |
 An increasing number of Western tourists from developed countries are traveling to Asia in order to receive inexpensive, yet high-quality, medical care and cosmetic surgery. Last year, more than 1.3 million patients were treated in Asia alone, a rate that continues to grow at about 30 per cent a year. Bangkok's Bumrungrad Hospital is one of the most recognizable facilities in the world for those looking to receive less expensive medical care. Bumrungrad has more than 20 offices around the globe, and serves more than 1 million patients every year. Those traveling to Asia for care say they do so because of low cost, superior hospitality and short wait times.
Toronto Star
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Friday, 13 July 2007 |
A Travel + Leisure Magazine's readers' survey ranked Bangkok as the third best city in the world. The city of angels was surpassed by Florence, Italy, and Buenos Aires, Argentina. Last year, Bangkok ranked number 7 on the list. Singapore Airlines was voted the world's best international carrier, while The Peninsula Bangkok won the title of the world's best hotel for $250 or less. Meanwhile, the Four Seasons Resort in Chiang Mai was named the best hotel spa in the Asia Pacific region. Phuket ranked number 8 on the list of 10 best islands.
The Nation
Travel + Leisure
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Monday, 18 June 2007 |
An increasing number of tourists are venturing to Thailand on trips centered around the culinary arts. Some experts now say that Bangkok is fast gaining on Hong Kong, Singapore and Tokyo as a major destination for dining in Asia. "Almost every cuisine is available [in Bangkok]," said Cheryl Tseng, author of the bar and restaurant guide Chic Bangkok. "I think the scene is very metropolitan and international. It has become a dining destination in Asia." Travel agencies, including Peregrine Adventures of Australia, are beginning to offer specialized tours of Thailand for food lovers.
AFP
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Thursday, 07 June 2007 |
Stefanie Marsh of The Times of London speaks in this article about her recent trip to the Chiva Som spa and resort in Hua Hin. Chiva Som, or "Haven of Life," is described by Marsh as one of the most exclusive spas in the world, so much so that customers are not allowed to being cameras, in order to protect the privacy of the celebrity guests. The spa specializes in deep stomach massage, colonic hydrotherapy, Thai massage, cleansing facials and body wraps, all in a magnificent setting.
The Times of London
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Wednesday, 23 May 2007 |
Thailand Tourism and Sports Minister Suvit Yodmani said the government will study the feasibility of building a man-made island off the coast of Phuket to provide exclusive mooring for billionaires' yachts. Suvit said the project would boost Thailand's image as a high-end tourism destination. Microsoft founder Bill Gates reportedly visited Phuket last month on their 54-meter yacht and told Phuket Governor Niran Kallayanamitr that they would gladly return every year if they had somewhere private to dock their boat.
DPA
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