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Tourism New Zealand, Christchurch Airport and Emirates Airlines Launch Road Trip Promotion
Thais are invited to “Discover 100% New Zealand” in the South Island
Milford Sound Cruise, by Chris
Sisarich.
Tourism New Zealand is partnering with Emirates Airlines,
the Middle East’s largest carrier and Christchurch Airport in promoting
stunningly beautiful South Island as the ultimate road trip destination for
Thai travellers.
Self-drive, campervan and coach holidays from midsummer to early autumn from
the heart of the South Islands - Christchurch are on offer from Bangkok to
Christchurch at newzealand. com/int/campaign/thaiemirates/
“South Island’s summer and fall seasons are full of colour, treating holiday
makers to dramatically changing landscapes as they travel around the
regions. These months showcase New Zealand at its finest, and driving around
is the best way to experience the full glory of the seasons,” said Emirates
Sales Manager Thailand & Indochina, Virasakdi Vongkositkul.
Adventures of every kind,
Christchurch - Cantebury, by Miles Holden.
Under the “100% Pure New Zealand Road Trips” campaign, a
host of road trip options from Christchurch are available. These range from
visits to natural attractions and national parks such as Abel Tasman and
Kahurangi; scenic boat cruises in the Marlborough Sounds; whale watching in
Kaikoura; stargazing in Mt Cook; or checking out seasonal activities in
Christchurch and Queenstown.
“Christchurch is a great first stop to discover the rest of the South
Island. The iconic Christchurch trams back on track, the transitional
‘Cardboard’ Cathedral has opened and we have four central city hotels
offering more accommodation options before travellers set off on their road
trip vacation. Choices from Christchurch are limitless, whether journeying
south down the beautiful coast to Dunedin and Invercargill, circling through
Fiordland and the Southern Alps to Queenstown, or north through the vineyard
country of Marlborough, with whale and dolphin spotting at Kaikoura,” said
Matthew Findlay, General Manager Aeronautical Business Development,
Christchurch International Airport. He added that Thai arrivals in
Christchurch for October were up 104% to 1,108 for the month - 12 months
rolling, up 17.9%.
Relaxing at Hanmer Springs in
Christchurch-Cantebury, by Kieran Scott.
Mischa Mannix-Opie, TNZ Regional Manager for South and
Southeast Asia, added that visitors can drive from Christchurch through the
South Island with ease and take their time exploring this most scenic part
of the country. “Thai travellers can look forward to Kiwi hospitality as
they meet the friendly locals, stop at vineyards or hot springs at will, and
enjoy the solitude of miles upon miles of stunning views on open roads with
little traffic. Add to this quaint accommodation options, luxury lodges,
gourmet food and world-class wineries that will truly make the trip a
memorable holiday.”
Package offers can be found on www.newzealand.com/int/campaign/thaiemirates/
and Bangkok to Christchurch economy class airfares on Emirates start at
THB35,875* per person using promo code THSEENZ.
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Ride a boat across waves and see the Underwater World
Koh He and Mu Koh Racha
The area close to Phuket has many interesting diving areas. One of these
places is “Koh He”. It is an island with two beautiful beaches,
restaurants, and accommodations.
To the west of the island, you will find rock coral, branch coral, and
fan coral in a long reef. There are various colourful fish, such as
butterfly fish, striped bass, and pennant coral fish.
At the back of the island, there is a beach for you to relax and play in
the clean and clear water. There is also coral here, but it is more
peaceful and private.
There is also “Koh Racha Yai”. The water around this island is clear all
year round. The coral here is very beautiful and there is rare marine
life unlike other diving spots, such as antler coral, sea eels, rays,
puffer fish and octopus.
As for “Koh Racha Noi”, it is a deep-sea diving area with a depth of
10-40 m. It has many hard coral, including rock coral, fan coral, as
well as soft coral, sponges and coralline.
The northernmost part of the island is very suitable for scuba diving
with a large rock in the middle of the sea where sometimes you will find
Coral sharks and Devil rays.
Know before you go: Coral Island Resort on Koh He provides scuba diving
classes. Diving at Koh Racha Noi requires Advanced Open Water Diver
certification.
Recommendation: Purchase a travel package that includes boat service,
meals, transport to and from the accommodation, and scuba gear. Prices
will be low at the end of October or the beginning of May because it is
during Low Season but it is not during monsoon season yet.
Travel Info
From Phuket town, lots of local taxis can take you to the Chalong Bay
Pier. Then get into a boat for the islands. The boat ride will take
about 20-30 minutes.
Google Geocoder: 7.744162,98.371654
Contact: TAT Phuket Office, +66 7621 1036, +66 7621 2213
Facilities & Services: Guide, boat, accommodation, restaurant and
restroom.
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Let’s count down together
at FoodLoft Pattaya
FoodLoft the trendy & upscale international dining concept at Central
Festival Pattaya Beach invites you to come and celebrate this year’s New
Year countdown to welcome the year 2014. The best panorama views of the
fireworks and feast and drinks with our Bar-B-Q buffet. We provide an
all-night service on New Year’s Eve (December 31st 2013).
Let’s celebrate and welcome the New Year with the atmosphere that would take
you away on this year’s special evening. Our seating areas provide a
beautiful beach view which is lively and busy at night, also to watch this
New Year’s fireworks in a panorama view. Enjoy our delicious food that we
have prepared in a Bar-B-Q buffet ‘On the grills’ including various seafood
like New Zealand mussels, salmon, prawns, squid, mixed filling sausages,
pork meat, quality beef steaks or you can choose our Italian spaghetti menu
including spaghetti Bolognese, spaghetti carbora, chicken lasagna or pizza
with your choice of toppings. Enjoy other options like our traditional Thai
cuisine including seafood salad, stir fried meat in clam oil, tom yum
seafood, sweets and desserts, soups and a salad bar. Enjoy our unlimited
buffet dinner of your choice for this very special evening for only 1,399
per person (children 699) starting from 18:00.
Special discount for Central credit card, Krungsri card, The1 card and
Central privilege card holders as well as AIS Serenade members.
Join us on this New Year’s Eve, seats can be reserved in advance by calling
038 930 988 or contact directly at the FoodLoft, 3rd floor at
CentralFestival Beach Pattaya for more info:
www.centralfoodloft.com
or
www.facebook.com/centralfoodloft
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