Fuel price hike affects Thai aviation
Posted in Destinations, General, Government, News July 31, 2008The stupendous hike in fuel prices, has adversely affected Thailand’s tourism. The country which was known for its low cost airline operations has been facing deep trouble due to the weakening demand forces that have led to the recent grounding of the domestic low cost operator airline “One Two Go”
Since their launch in 2003, all the three budget airlines of Thailand, namely Thai Air Asia, Nok Air and One Two Go, had been seeing great heights due to a gradual increase in the no. of passengers from a mere 4 million to a whooping 12 million! But succumbing to the present financial woes, they have decided to reduce operations. One Two Go airlines has already parked some of its boeing MD series aircrafts to survive in the present economic crisis.
Even Nok Air has suspended its only international flight from Bangkok to Hanoi in Vietnam following a major reduction in the frequency of domestic services. The carrier which has nine 737-400’s and one ATR 72, has recently wet leased a 737 to Mynmar Airways for its operation from Yangon to Bangkok and Kuala Lumpur.
Apparently, the fuel hikes are not really affecting giant airlines of Thailand, such as Thai Airways and Bangkok Airways as most of their income lies with international traffic. But if such “loose” situations prevail for long, even the best airlines will have to look in for cost cutting measures.
Doi Angkhang - The Agro tourism hotspot
Posted in Attractions, Destinations, General, Guide July 31, 2008Doi Angkhang in the Chiang Mai district is fast attracting thousands of tourists from across the world thanks to its magnetic climate and as a much promoted agro tourism destination. Located on the Thai-Burma border, 160 kms north of Chiang Mai city in Fang District it is indeed one of the coldest places in Thailand.
The ever-present influence of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej, Rama IX, can be sensed at the Royal Agricultural Station, which has brought better quality of life to the ethnic people there by improving the greenery, and encouraging afforestation and agricultural affluence. Restoring forests to denuded hills has fetched five fast-growing species suitable to the Angkhang climate — Taiwan acacia, Griffith’s ash, Camphor tree, Fragrant maple, and Paulonia.
If you love colorful flowers and fruits and get to visit this natural beauty, do not hesitate to visit the Bonsai Garden. It is an award winning Bonsai and rock garden. The scented garden and the Temperate flower house are also worth a visit. The military base that provides security to Doi Angkhang is also a popular scenic spot. The soldiers are friendly, welcoming visitors and providing insights into the tough life of being a Thai soldier on border patrol.
Doi Angkhang has succeeded as an agricultural cum tourist spot thanks to its unique marketing strategy. The Royal Project guarantees to buy all the flowers, fruits and vegetables thus, ensuring high standards of life and improved conditions of living to one and all.
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