A corner of Thailand's Chiang Mai province (Photo: chiangmai.bangkok.com) Bangkok (NNT/VNA) - Thailand's Chiang Mai province has been selected to host the Routes Asia Development Forum 2020 (RA 2020) - Asia's largest commercial aviation business summit. A press conference to announce the event was co-chaired by President of the Airports of Thailand Plc (AOT) Nitinai Sirismatthakarn, Chiang Mai Governor Supachai Iamsuwan, and Director of the Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau Jirut Israngkul Na Ayutthaya. They revealed that the event organisers, UBM Information, had given Thailand high marks for its readiness to organize the event and the potential of the country’s airports. They said the event will be held in May 2020 in Chiang Mai, adding that it will be an opportunity for Thailand to showcase its potential as a regional aviation hub. The Routes Asia Development Forum is an annual aviation event that takes place in different cities across the world. Over … [Read more...] about Chiang Mai selected to host Routes Asia Development Forum 2020
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Chiang Mai World Fair 2018
Thailand and the Republic of Korea (RoK) organised Chiang Mai World Fair 2018 - Korean Day to strengthen relationship (Source: thainews.prd.go.th) Bangkok (NNT/VNA) – Thailand and the Republic of Korea (RoK) organised Chiang Mai World Fair 2018 - Korean Day to strengthen relationship. Honorary Consul General of the Republic of Korea in Chiang Mai Watchara Tantranon disclosed that Chiang Mai World Fair 2018 - Korean Day is aimed to mark the 60th anniversary of the diplomatic relations between Thailand and the Republic of Korea. The event, held at Chiang Mai International Exhibition and Convention Centre, is aimed at strengthening the diplomatic relations in all dimensions between Thailand and the Republic of Korea. Chiang Mai World Fair 2018 - Korean Day features Thai and Korean cultural performances and K-POP Cover Dance Contest.-VNA … [Read more...] about Chiang Mai World Fair 2018
Thai-Japanese artworks on display in Chiang Mai
The Chiang Mai - Japan Friendship Art Exhibition 2018 is now opened to public, featuring 197 artworks from Thai and Japanese artists in various mediums (Source: nwnt.prd.go.th) Bangkok (NNT/VNA) – The Chiang Mai - Japan Friendship Art Exhibition 2018 is now opened to public, featuring 197 artworks from Thai and Japanese artists in various mediums. The Governor of Chiang Mai, Pawin Chamniprasert, presided over the opening ceremony of the Chiang Mai - Japan Friendship Art Exhibition 2018 on June 24 at the Chiang Mai City Arts & Cultural Centre attended by delegation from Chiang Mai Rajabhat University, the Global Arts and Culture Exchange Association, and the Japanese Consulate-General in Chiang Mai. The Chiang Mai - Japan Friendship Art Exhibition 2018 showcases contemporary 197 artworks from Thai and Japanese artists on various mediums such as paintings, sculptures, prints, visual arts, ceramics, and handicrafts. It was held under the cooperation between Chiang … [Read more...] about Thai-Japanese artworks on display in Chiang Mai
Lanna Expo 2018 to kick off in Chiang Mai next week
Thailand’s upper northern provinces will organise Lanna Expo 2018 in Chiang Mai next week. (thainews.prd.go.th) Bangkok (NNT/VNA) – Thailand’s upper northern provinces will organise Lanna Expo 2018 in Chiang Mai next week in bid to promote the region's trade and investment. Upper Northern Region Group One, including Chiang Mai, Lampun, Lampang, and Mae Hong Son, will hold Lanna Expo 2018 during June 22 and July 1, 2018 at the International Conference Centre in Chiang Mai to promote trade and investment as well as support the investment cycle which contributes to an economic growth. Provincial Governor of Chiang Mai Pawin Chamniprasert said the event will be held under the "Arts of Lanna for the Thai Values" theme, featuring 11 activity zones showcasing food, goods, and other items. The event will feature the Northern Thailand Food Valley zone showcasing agricultural products and food, OTOP & SMEs zone showcasing the goods from the region, tourism zone … [Read more...] about Lanna Expo 2018 to kick off in Chiang Mai next week
Bangkok Airways plans Ha Noi-Chiang Mai flight
Bangkok Airways plans Ha Noi-Chiang Mai flight Update: Thursday, March 08, 2018 Views: 80 Bangkok Airways will launch the first direct flight from Ha Noi to Chiang Mai and vice versa, from March 25 this year. This is part of the airline’s efforts to satisfy the increasing travel demand to Ha Noi – one of the fastest growing travel hubs in Southeast Asia and Chiang Mai – an exotic cultural and historical gem in northern Thailand, said Varong Israsena Na Ayudhya, Bangkok Airways’ Vice President. Following the launch of Bangkok-Da Nang and Bangkok-Phu Quoc direct flights, it is the first airline to implement the direct route Ha Noi-Chiang Mai with flights operated by 70 seater ATR 72-500/600 aircraft. “The newly-opened route will be a great option for the people of the dynamic and populous capital as well as all global citizens who want to explore another culturally stunning destination after Ha Noi, only … [Read more...] about Bangkok Airways plans Ha Noi-Chiang Mai flight
Bangkok Airways plans Hanoi-Chiang Mai flight
This is part of the airline’s efforts to satisfy the increasing travel demand to Hanoi – one of the fastest growing travel hubs in Southeast Asia and Chiang Mai – an exotic cultural and historical gem in northern Thailand, said Varong Israsena Na Ayudhya, Bangkok Airways’ Vice President. Bangkok Airways' flight attendants. (Photo: thanhnien.vn) Following the launch of Bangkok-Da Nang and Bangkok-Phu Quoc direct flights, it is the first airline to implement the direct route Hanoi-Chiang Mai with flights operated by 70 seater ATR 72-500/600 aircraft. “The newly-opened route will be a great option for the people of the dynamic and populous capital as well as all global citizens who want to explore another culturally stunning destination after Ha Noi, only two inflight hours without transfer,” said Varong. Source: VNA … [Read more...] about Bangkok Airways plans Hanoi-Chiang Mai flight
Chiang Mai upgrades its tourism standard
The province has also been developed into a "MICE City” to host meetings, incentive travel, conventions, and exhibitions at international standard.Recognized as the "Rose of the North,” Chiang Mai will serve as the venue for the ASEAN Tourism Forum 2018, which is the 37th of its kind and is scheduled for 22-26 January 2018. It will be the first time that the forum will be held in this city.Chiang Mai has traditionally been one of Thailand’s prime tourism destinations. It is the country’s second largest city, after Bangkok, and the economic engine of northern Thailand. The province has received several awards and accolades, including third place for "Best City” in Travel + Leisure’s World’s Top 15 Cities for 2017. It also ranked 12th in TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Awards’ Top 25 Destinations in Asia.Blessed with a wonderful climate, rich local cultural and natural heritage, and numerous royally initiated projects, Chiang Mai is … [Read more...] about Chiang Mai upgrades its tourism standard
Quang Binh promotes tourism in Chiang Mai
It created a good chance for Quang Binh to introduce its culture and strengths to draw more domestic and international visitors via Chiang Mai, Deputy Director of Quang Binh Tourism Department Le The Luc.He believed that with the concentration on improving the quality of services, Quang Binh will increasingly meet the demand of Thai tourists in general and tourists from Chiang Mai in particular. Particular, the launch of the air route from Dong Hoi to Chiang Mai will contribute to boosting the exchange of travellersbetween the two sides in the coming time. Flights between Dong Hoi and Chiang Mai were operated by Jetstar Pacific from August 11th, 2017 in order to connect the central region of Viet Nam to the North of Thailand, to contribute to serving the travel demand of tourists and people. The air route has two flights a week on Monday and Friday by Airbus A320 aircraft with 180 economy seats. The flying … [Read more...] about Quang Binh promotes tourism in Chiang Mai
Vietjet links HCMC to Phuket, Chiang Mai
Vietjet on Friday celebrated the debut of the airline’s two newest international routes connecting HCM City to Thai tourist destinations Phuket and Chiang Mai.The routes are expected to meet increasing travel demand of both sides while contributing to promoting trading and integration in the region, Vietjet said in a statement.The HCM City – Phuket route operates a return flight every Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. Flights depart HCM City at 10.15am and arrive in Phuket at 12.10pm. Return flights take off at 1.05pm in Phuket and land in HCM City at 3.10pm.Meanwhile, the HCM City – Chiang Mai route will operate a return flight every Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. Flights leave Ho Chi Minh City at 11.35am and arrive in Chiang Mai at 1.30pm. Return flights take off at 2.20pm in Chiang Mai and land in HCM City at 4.25pm.By opening two more new routes, Vietjet now operates six flights to Thailand from Viet Nam. — VNS … [Read more...] about Vietjet links HCMC to Phuket, Chiang Mai
Vietjet links Ho Chi Minh City to Thailand’s Phuket, Chiang Mai
Viet Nam’s low-cost carrier Vietjet Air on December 15 held a jubilant ceremony to celebrate the debut of its two routes connecting Ho Chi Minh City and Thailand’s tourist destinations of Phuket and Chiang Mai. The ceremony was attended by Ambassador of Thailand to Viet Nam Manopchai Vongphakdi and leaders of the Aviation Administration of Viet Nam, the Culture, Sport and Tourism Department of Ho Chi Minh City, among others. The new routes are expected to meet increasing travel demand of both sides, making contribution to promoting regional trade and integration. The Ho Chi Minh City – Phuket route operates a return flight every Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday with around two hours per leg. Flights depart Ho Chi Minh City at 10:15 and arrive in Phuket at 12:10. Return flights take off at 13:05 in Phuket and lands in Ho Chi Minh City at 15:10. Meanwhile, the Ho Chi Minh City – Chiang Mai route operates a return flight every Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, … [Read more...] about Vietjet links Ho Chi Minh City to Thailand’s Phuket, Chiang Mai