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Nation Multimedia – Feb 2, 2008
The weakness was due mainly to political uncertainties which placed considerable competitive pressure on operators. Patima said the formation of a new government should bring back international tourists along with investor and consumer confidence. The group re-launched its hotel and leisure service unit in Thailand a year ago to serve the growing industry. According to CIT Bangkok's four- and five-star hotels have 11582 rooms with 4880 in the 5-star category and 6702 rooms in the four-star. Risinee Sarikaputra head of CIT's research department said that by 2011 Sukhumvit would surpass the riverside area in having the highest concentration of 4- and 5-star hotel rooms in Bangkok with 4046 rooms or more than double the room availability in 2007. In terms of star rating new developments in the five-star category are expected to outstrip the four-star by a ratio of 2. 1 to 1 with some 3478 new five-star rooms by 2011 or a 71-per-cent increase as against 1628 new 4-star rooms or 24-per-cent growth… Patima added that with high levels of capital mobility particularly in Asia-Pacific investment funds are increasing their presence and actively competing for hotel assets which are in limited supply. Many players in the hotel sector who have not entered Thailand are now seeking to have a brand in the country. Suchat Sritama The Nation.

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Nation Multimedia – Feb 2, 2008
Published on February 2 2008 Let's start with some barstool rumours so terrifying that if you were sane enough you'd be packing your bags for safer destinations like the Gaza Strip. Thailand is a country so berserk that if you are cheesed-off with your neighbour you can with the assistance of one of Thailand's professional gunmen and for a fee of Bt5000 have him instantly shot into his next life. That menacing-looking tuk-tuk driver who hangs around outside your favourite bar: never get into any kind of conflict with that guy. Take extreme care and caution as he's probably part of a ruthless criminal gang… Take extreme care and caution as he's probably part of a ruthless criminal gang. Watch out too for every murdering ex-police officer who is supposed to be serving life behind bars: he has been swapped for a look-alike and is out roaming the streets again. And don't forget those petite Thai women in Pattaya who are extremely skilled at lifting their tall overweight rich foreign lovers and tossing them over a hotel balcony. Geez Thailand must be one of the most dangerous places in the world! But it really is (for Brits anyway) according to a leading UK tabloid whose headline read: "With so many Britons murdered in Thailand why does our government not warn of the dangers faced there?" The article stated that "Thailand may be friendly and engaging yet its dark side is clearly visible". And as for the Thais themselves: "they tend to separate the persona they present to the world from their interior character". The article argues its point by offering the statistic of at least 17 Brits being murdered since 2003 – except for Iraq the highest percentage of any country in the world for Brits brutally slain. f course most foreigners reading this would be quick to point the finger of guilt at Thais.

Home > Travel > Cha-am’s most stylish resort launched by…
Nation Multimedia – Feb 2, 2008
Alila Hotels and Resorts opens Alila Cha-Am officially this February 1 2008. This is Alila's first property in Thailand and the first modern luxury beachside resort to be built in the serene seaside town of Cha-Am a getaway long favoured by the Thai elite located approximately two hours' drive from Bangkok. Frederic Simon Managing Director and C of Alila Hotels and Resorts says "We are excited to bring the Alila experience to Thailand. Alila Cha-Am is a modern and ultra-luxury resort that will offer a convergence of Alila's innovations in accommodation spa and cuisine combined with the culture and the traditional Thai hospitality. The result promises to be a rewarding and memorable experience for the hotel guest. "Relaxation in contemporary style and sophistication is the hallmark of Alila Cha-Am designed by Duangrit Bunnag one of Thailand's leading architects and interior designers. Arrival at the resort offers a spectacular prelude to the experience within as one walks up the grand entrance stairway to be greeted by a magnificent view stretching across the rooftop reflection pool towards the sea.

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