The awards programme honoured top companies that elevate travel and hospitality experiences in Thailand.

​The TDM Travel Trade Excellence Awards – Thailand, hosted by Travel Daily Media, welcomes its inaugural year to shine a spotlight on exceptional hotels, airlines, tour operators, travel agencies, booking platforms, and travel technology providers setting new benchmarks for excellence.
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Winners were celebrated at a prestigious Awards Dinner in InterContinental Bangkok, Thailand on 17 October 2024.

CK Asset Holdings Limited, a leading multinational property developer from Hong Kong, officially launched Powerhouse at Chelsea Waterfront to the South East Asian market during a press conference held in Bangkok. Powerhouse is an iconic development that reimagines luxury living within the historical walls of one of London’s last great industrial landmarks.
 
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1. Ms. Chonpansa Narula
2. Mr.Nick Rahr Client Services Director Orbit Design Studio
3. Ms. Alexandra Chan, Senior Sales & Marketing Manager for Hutchison Property Group Limited Hong Kong and CK Asset’s representative for Powerhouse at Chelsea Waterfront
4. Ms.Janice Lee Assistant Sales & Marketing Manager for Hutchison Property Group Limited Hong Kong
5. Ms.Ellie Lau Senior Marketing Officer for Hutchison Property Group Limited Hong Kong
 
Powerhouse at Chelsea Waterfront offers a truly unique blend of historical elegance and contemporary luxury, right on the River Thames. Units at 13-storey Powerhouse start from GBP 1,100,000 (approx. 47,717,520 THB) for a 59.2 sq m suite. A range of options are available including well-appointed three-bedroom units starting at 104 sq m, expansive three-bedroom units with a study at 153.6 sq m, and sumptuous four-bedroom residences of up to 161 sq m., this prime  Chelsea development presents an incredible opportunity to live in one of London’s most iconic riverside locations. Furthermore, the meticulous attention to detail, from the spacious, beautifully designed interiors to the world-class amenities, ensures an unparalleled living experience.
 
As purchasers for UK property increasingly come from the global market, CK Assets has adopted an extensive strategy to reach out to the freelance channels and smaller scale agencies in Southeast Asia, to complement their official brokers, offering an attractive commission structure to interest these agents.

Thai Glico Co., Ltd. has officially launched Glico Almond Koka Mixed 3 nuts, the latest addition to its range of “Glico Almond Koka,” which is Japan’s best-selling almond milk, With rising health consciousness among Thai consumers, the company hopes to captivate more discerning tastebuds with an expanded Almond Koka range as it sees significant potential in the plant-based milk sector in Thailand, where the market growing over 40%
 
“Glico Almond Koka has been the No. 1 Almond Milk in Japan for 7 consecutive years[1]. Since launching Almond Koka in 2023, the company has quickly ascended to become one of the leaders in Thailand's plant-based milk market as consumers take to Almond Koka warmly. Currently valued at 1,800 billion Baht, this market is experiencing a robust growth rate of 40%[2], and expected to continue.
[1] Source: INTAGE SRI Almond Milk Category value sales 2018 – 2024
[2] Source: Nielsen as of Aug'24

​Suntory PepsiCo Beverage (Thailand) Co., Ltd., a manufacturer and distributor of beverages under the Suntory and PepsiCo brands in Thailand, along with Suntory Beverage & Food (Thailand) Co., Ltd., the leader of health enrichment products under BRAND’s trademark in Thailand and Indochina, continues its social initiative, One Suntory Helping Hands 2024, for the second consecutive year. Through employee-led fundraising, we successfully raised almost 770,000 baht. All proceeds were used to purchase water storage tanks and 2-in-1 water machines (cooler and filter) for schools in need across Ang Thong, Ayutthaya, Rayong, Chonburi, and Saraburi provinces. Additionally, 30 volunteer employees helped improve the canteen and vegetable garden at Wat Si Maha Pho School in Ang Thong Province. They also engaged in activities with students at Wat Chang School in Ayutthaya Province.

​Celebrating mixology culture across bars and restaurants, CAMPARI & Alchemy Thailand hosted the 12th annual Negroni Week Opening Night with the special guest bartender, Tommaso Cecca, Global Head of Camparino Licensing & Mixology with the fundraising proceeds going to charitable partner Slow Food at Firefly Bar, Sindhorn Kempinski Hotel Bangkok.

​Negroni Week launched in 2013 as the celebration of one of the world’s great cocktails and an effort to raise money for charitable causes around the world.
 
In 2023, over 12,000 bars and restaurants across nearly 80 countries participated in Negroni Week 2023, helping raise a combined +$600.000 that has supported an educational scholarship awarded to 24 industry professionals and 17 community-based projects.
 
Negroni Week 2024 is set between September 16-22, 2024, the Negroni Week Fund will continue to be distributed by Slow Food to directly support the hospitality community in helping preserve cultural and biological diversity, promoting food and beverage education with knowledge exchange, and fostering equity and justice.

For more information please visit: www.negroniweek.com
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BWH℠ Hotels, the global network comprising WorldHotels™, Best Western® Hotels & Resorts, and SureStay® Hotels, has been honored with a “Travel Hall of Fame” award in the TTG Travel Awards 2024, which celebrates the best of the best in the Asia Pacific travel industry.
 
This year’s success marks the latest in a series of victories for BWH Hotels. TTG’s Travel Hall of Fame awards are only given to tourism and hospitality operators who win their individual category 10 consecutive times. Our iconic Best Western® brand has been voted as the “Best Mid-Range Hotel Brand” in Asia for more than a decade and has been a Travel Hall of Fame luminary since 2019.
 
The TTG Travel Awards winners are voted for by the readers of TTG Asia, the region’s leading travel trade magazine, and its six sister publications: TTGmice, TTG China, TTG India, TTG-BTmice China, TTGassociations, and TTG Asia Luxury. This means that BWH Hotels has been given another resounding vote of confidence by the region’s most respected travel industry personnel.
 
The Travel Hall of Fame title was presented to BWH Hotels on Thursday September 26th, 2024, in a glittering gala ceremony in the center of Bangkok. This year marked the 33rd edition of the TTG Travel Awards, which was first launched in 1989.
 
“It is a great honor for BWH Hotels to be awarded in TTG Asia’s prestigious Travel Hall of Fame 2024. With over 75 years of history in the industry, BWH Hotels remains committed to being recognized in this competitive landscape. I would like to extend my gratitude to our esteemed travel trade partners for their continued support and to our passionate and dedicated team for upholding our standards of excellence,” said Olivier Berrivin, Vice President – APAC, BWH Hotels.
 
With 18 brands and innovative new concepts ranging from economy to luxury, BWH Hotels is delighting guests and developers in every market segment.
 
To book your stay with BWH Hotels in Asia, please visit bestwesternasia.com and worldhotels.com.  

"Joy Rachawan," a mother of three, wins "Mrs. Tourism World 2024"

The curtain has closed on the grand event marking Thailand as a landmark for the "Mrs. Tourism Universe 2024." This year, the event made waves when "Mhoggy," the Host Country Director of Mrs. Tourism Universe 2024, spared no expense, creating an extravagant stage with spectacular lighting and sound. Teaming up with the famous fortune-teller of the era, "Mor Plai, The Whispering Spirit," who has predicted the fates of many entertainment superstars, the collaboration aimed to spotlight Thailand's soft power related to spiritual beliefs, generating interest and income for the country.

​"Many people may have heard of Sapa, a town in the northern part of Vietnam. It may seem distant and hard to reach, but don't think that way, because you would be missing out on a stunningly beautiful place that you should visit at least once in your lifetime."

Photo Caption: Miss Ruchika Longani, Director of Sales at the Royal Cliff Hotels Group (centre), receives the TTG Travel Hall
​of Fame Award 2024 from Mr. Chen Hong, Major Shareholder and Chairman of TTG Asia Media Ltd (left),
and Mr. Darren Tan, Managing Director of TTG Asia Media Ltd (right), at the 33rd Annual TTG Travel Awards 2024.

The Royal Cliff Hotels Group proudly celebrates its ongoing success in maintaining exceptional standards and leading the hospitality industry at the 33rd Annual TTG Travel Hall of Fame Awards 2024 Ceremony & Gala Dinner, Asia-Pacific's most prestigious travel industry event. Since its induction into the TTG Travel Hall of Fame in 2006, Royal Cliff has continued to reside among an elite group of top organizations in the region. To date, the Royal Cliff team has earned over 290 awards from renowned global organizations.
 
For more than a decade, the Royal Cliff Hotels Group has consistently delivered its signature brand of Thai hospitality, gaining recognition from distinguished peers in the travel industry as well as guests from around the world. Standing out among a sea of luxury hotels is no small feat, but with its unrivaled services and continually enhanced facilities, Royal Cliff has set the benchmark for extraordinary guest experiences and elevated hospitality standards.
 
“Our commitment to enhancing our unique brand of hospitality remains unwavering,” said Mr. Vitanart Vathanakul, CEO of the Royal Cliff Hotels Group. “We will continue to strive for excellence, ensuring that every guest who visits us leaves enchanted, delighted, and fulfilled. Our dedication to delivering extraordinary experiences will only grow stronger as we seek new ways to elevate our services and exceed the expectations of our valued guests."
 
Perched atop a 64-acre private estate with breathtaking views of the Gulf of Thailand, the Royal Cliff Hotels Group boasts four award-winning hotels, charming travellers from all corners of the world. Unlock a world of magical experiences with Royal Cliff’s curated promotions and packages at the ultimate luxury destination. Ensure your exceptional holiday by booking directly with Royal Cliff. Not only do we guarantee the best prices, but we also offer exclusive value-added extras to elevate your hotel stay. To secure the premium experience you deserve, visit www.royalcliff.com, call our Reservations at (+66) 38 250 421 ext. 2732, or drop an email to [email protected]. For more information on the Royal Cliff Hotels Group, please visit www.royalcliff.com, www.facebook.com/royalcliff and www.instagram.com/royalcliff