Sheets to the wind

Growing annually, Asia’s largest regatta is continuing to lead the way with organisers working at full speed as they prepare for the eighth edition. Scheduled to run over the long weekend celebrating His Majesty the King of Thailand's Coronation, the Regatta will feature a diverse fleet from Optimists to state-of-the-art racing keelboats from around Asia and beyond.

 

Sukhothai Airport wins award

Sukhothai Airport, privately operated by Bangkok Airways, has once again been recognised for its environmental awareness with an Energy Conservation Award from the Thailand Energy Awards Committee. Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra, right, presented the trophy to Bangkok Airways representative Komkrich Sriyabhandha at Government House. Billed as Thailand’s boutique airline, Bangkok Airways also operates the award-winning Samui Airport.

 

New app for SPG members

Starwood introduces its new application for iPhone and iPod Touch to its members of loyalty programme – Starwood Preferred Guest (SPG). The application helps creating personalised guest experiences across Starwood’s nine distinct brands. The SPG App includes fully integrated booking, member information, comprehensive hotel searches and travel details, customer service and social media. Find out more at www.SPG.com.

 

Cooking up a storm

A delightful culinary experience awaits holidaymakers staying at Club Med Phuket from May 14 to June 10. Guests staying at resort during this period will not only get to taste Club Med’s signature culinary specialities, they will also have the unique opportunity to learn how to cook them from Club Med’s expert chefs. Apart from cooking classes, guests can also attend garden parties and take part in crepe parties, cocktail making classes, health workshops and exciting family bonding activities. Visit www.ClubMed.com.