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Thai Airways’ passenger
load plunges 30%
Thai Airways International (THAI), Thailand’s flag
carrier, has reported a 30 percent drop in passengers from October without
any sign of recovery in the near future.
Chokchai Panyayong, THAI acting president, said the political impasse since
October and China’s new regulation on zero-dollar tours have negatively
impacted THAI performance.
The passenger load was 72 percent last month and it will possibly fall to 70
percent this month with a predicted Q1 passenger volume at 71-72 percent and
further reduction to 70 percent in Q2, which is the annual low season, he
said.
He said the recent bad weather in Japan had slightly affected and delayed
THAI flights and revenue on the Thailand-Japan route. (MCOT)
Bangkok Airways to offer twice daily non-stop service between Bangkok (Suvarnabhumi) and Chiang Rai
Bangkok Airways recently announced its latest expansion to the northern
part of Thailand by offering non-stop flights from Bangkok
(Suvarnabhumi) to Chiang Rai, the northernmost large city in Thailand.
Commencing on 28 March 2014, the airline will be using a 162-seater
Airbus A320 aircraft to service on this route.
The first outbound flight PG231 will depart Bangkok (Suvarnabhumi) at
07.35hrs and arrive Chiang Rai Airport at 08.55hrs., while the second
outbound flight will depart Bangkok (Suvarnabhumi) at 18.05hrs and
arrive Chiang Rai Airport at 19.25hrs. The first inbound flight PG232
will depart Chiang Rai Airport at 09.45hrs and arrive Bangkok
(Suvarnabhumi) at 11.05hrs., while the second inbound flight will depart
Chiang Rai airport at 20.10hrs and arrive Bangkok (Suvarnabhumi) at
21.30hrs
All Bangkok Airways passengers can enjoy a boutique lounge at
Suvarnabhumi where passengers can treat themselves to a multitude of
free snacks and various choices of hot or cold drinks, and free Wi-Fi
Internet access. There’s also a kid’s corner located within the lounge
area that will satisfy the needs of young children.
Bangkok Airways’ business class, the Blue Ribbon Club or any passengers
with FlyerBonus Premier Membership can enjoy extra treats at the Blue
Ribbon Club Lounge that offers more services such as hot meals, a
personal shower room, a massage parlor, as well as a nice and quiet
personal library room, which can also be used as a personal meeting
room.
For more information and reservation, please contact www. bangkokair.com
or Call Center tel. 1771 (24 hr - services).
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THAI to let THAI Smile operate Hat Yai flights from March 30
Thai Airways International (THAI) has announced that all of its flights
to Hat Yai and Songkla will be operated by its lower-cost daughter
airline, THAI Smile, from March 30 onwards.
According to Chokchai Panyayong, acting president and senior executive
vice president of the THAI Commercial Department, the national flag
carrier is scheduled to stop operating flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport
to Hat Yai Airport, starting on March 30, in order to allow THAI Smile
Airways to take over the task.
The change is said to be a reflection of the decline in passenger number
on the Hat Yai route, especially during the low season. Given the cabin
factor of only 50-60%, Chokchai pointed out that the smaller aircraft of
THAI Smile would be more suitable to serve people traveling to and from
Hat Yai.
Chokchai added that the overall passenger numbers of THAI have been
decreasing since October 2013. With no improvement in sight, he said the
political situation could continue to affect THAI’s income until the
latter half of this year. (NNT)
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Skål International Pattaya and East Thailand to host Spirit
of Hospitality Seminar
Skål International Pattaya and East Thailand will be
organizing a very special training workshop for future leaders that
includes attendance at the clubs monthly networking night held March 29,
2014 on the beach at the Pinnacle Grand Resort Jomtien.
The Spirit of Hospitality Workshop will run from 1-9pm (including coffee
break and entrance to the annual Spring Fling).
Scott Michael Smith, Assumption University lecturer for the Department
of Hospitality and Tourism and popular industry trainer will be
organizing the training seminar for future leaders in the tourism. The
Spirit of Hospitality program offers the latest training strategies to
deliver exceptional service. This seminar will empower all employees to
strive for service excellence and create memorable guest experiences.
Participants will receive a Spirit of Hospitality Certificate and the
tools needed to bring the Spirit of Hospitality back to their property.
The program includes several short videos, many energizing activities,
discussions, a few lectures and a lot of surprises. The second half of
the program is sure to inspire your team to exceed expectations every
time, focusing on improving the leadership, management and coaching
skills needed to be the best. All seminars are presented in English.
After the workshop, future leaders are invited to join the Spring Fling
on the beach which is expected to have over 200 Pattaya locals and
expats in attendance. The ‘Spring Fling’, in cooperation with the Rotary
Club Phönix Pattaya, includes dinner, drinks and wonderful entertainment
from local and international musicians.
Please contact
[email protected] or young
[email protected]
for details and to reserve space for the Spirit of Hospitality seminar
and Spring Fling. Limited to the first 20 to register.
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