Running for a cause

Activities held during the weekend-long event include a number of racing competitions, among them wheelchair races, a quarter marathon, a half marathon and a full-length marathon. Find out more at (038) 253 129 or visit www.Pattaya-Marathon.net.

 

Focusing on sustainability

DASTA invites college students to take part in a short film competition for the Thailand Sustainable Tourism Awards 2013. Films must promote low-carbon and environmentally friendly tourism and the deadline for submitting clips has been extended to July 12. The winner gets a cash prize of Bt50,000. DASTA, which is a government organisation, stands for Designated Areas for Sustainable Tourism Administration. Check it out at www.Dasta.or.th, call (02) 357 3580 extension 401 or email: [email protected].

 

KTC signs up for discounts

KTC credit card launches the “KTC Fine Selection” campaign in collaboration with the Unique Collection of Hotels and Resorts, Boutique Hotel Management Asia and the Anantara Group. Guests paying by KTC credit card at any of the 79 properties taking part in the promotion and receive discounts on room rates, dining and spa treatments. There’s also a chance to win two night’s accommodation and some cash. The campaign runs from now until August 31. Call (02) 665 5530 or visit www.KTCWorld.co.th.

 

TransAsia goes to schedule

With Chiang Mai growing in popularity with Chinese-speaking tourists, TransAsia Airways, Taiwan's first private airline, is converting its Taipei Taoyuan-Chiang Mai charter flight services to scheduled flights from next month. Effective July 3, TransAsia will operate two weekly flights on Wednesdays and Saturdays using the Airbus A320. Chiang Mai is the airline’s second destination in Thailand after its service between Taipei and Bangkok