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GRAND OPENING OF NEW SAMUI AIRPORT TERMINAL AND SAMUI PARK AVENUE
Samui Airport has officially announced the grand opening of its new passenger terminals and Samui Park Avenue, the open-air shopping street. Bangkok Airways’ CEO, Dr Prasert Prasarttong-Osoth (opposite page, middle), presided over this grand occasion among honourable guests, celebrities and members of the press.
Nestled within the airport compound, construction on the new terminals and Samui Park Avenue commenced in 2005 on a 490-rai plot. Upon completion, the new terminal opened for domestic flights on 27 May, 2007. Later, the next phase for international flights was launched on 31 August, 2007.
This airport development project, an investment of 500 million baht, has a total passenger area of 7,300 square metres and is four times more spacious than the previous terminal. It can accommodate approximately 16,000 passengers per day, or six million passengers per year. The new facility consists of six buildings which are divided into four domestic terminals and two international terminals.
The architecture of the new terminals retains an environmentally friendly concept as it is open-air, does not require air-conditioning and blends seamlessly with the island’s surroundings. Moreover, a courtesy corner at all departure gates provides refreshments, snacks and free internet access to all passengers.
Adjacent to the new terminals is Samui Park Avenue, the island’s latest shopping venue, spread over an area of four rai (6,400 square metres). Open daily from 7am to 10pm, Park Avenue is now one of the hippest hang-outs on the island. It is lined with well-known shops, spas and restaurants, such as Bookazine, Jim Thompson, Thai Brasserie by Blue Elephant, Whittard of Chelsea, Harnn & Thann, The Taste by ML Nandhika, Pizza Paradiso, Swensens and a cuisine garden – making it the place for discerning dining, a quick massage and even handy pharmacy items.
BANGKOK AIRWAYS APPOINTS NEW PRESIDENT
Dr Prasert Prasarttong-Osoth, CEO of Bangkok Airways recently appointed Captain Puttipong Prasarttong-Osoth as the new President of the airline. Captain Puttipong, who has been working with Bangkok Airways since 1990, retains his role as Executive Vice President Flight and Ground Operations. Prior to his new position, Captain Puttipong became Vice President – Planning in 1993, Senior Vice President – Operations in 1997, Acting Chief Pilot – Airbus 320 Fleet in 2004 and Senior Executive Vice President in 2007, sitting on the Board of Directors.
BANGKOK AIRWAYS INTRODUCES FLIGHTS TO MACAU
Bangkok Airways kicked off direct flights to Macau on 4 July. The new service is taking off daily on the new 144-seat Airbus A319, which includes 12 business-class seats. The flight departs Bangkok at 4.30pm and arrives in Macau at 8.10pm. On the return trip, the flight departs Macau at 9.10pm and arrives in Bangkok at 11pm (Macau is one hour ahead of Thailand). The Special Administrative Region (SAR) of Macau is a Chinese territory that was a colony of Portugal for 400 years. Macau is a classic melting pot of East and West, revealing Sino-Portuguese architecture and Macanese food – a combination of Portuguese, Indian and Chinese cuisines. This unique blend is not found anywhere else in the world. Macau is also known as the Las Vegas of Asia, and the city is attracting more and more travellers who come to experience its distinct mix of culture and glamour.
Welcome to FlyerBonus
the one and only frequent flyer programme
A membership with FlyerBonus provides members with benefits, privileges and point accumulation that count towards an array of award redemptions opportunities. Members can collect FlyerBonus points when flying with Bangkok Airways or Siem Reap Airways International. All base points accrued from activity with Bangkok Airways and partner airline(s) convert into qualifying points that determine a member’s FlyerBonus status.
To collect points and redeem awards
In addition to earning points when flying with Bangkok Airways or partner airline(s), members can earn points and/or special privileges when utilising services offered by programme partners which include hotels, financial institutions, car rental companies, healthcare providers and lifestyle partners. The exciting news for FlyerBonus members is that all accrued points can be redeemed for award flight(s), hotel voucher(s) and/or car rental voucher(s).
Membership Levels
FlyerBonus comprises two membership tiers – Priority and Premier – with each having distinct privileges.
Priority Member
Upon successful enrolment, members will automatically be rewarded with a Priority status which enables the accumulation and redemption of FlyerBonus points. Priority members will enjoy benefits such as a 10kg excess baggage allowance. A member’s Priority status remains active with at least one flight taken over a 12-month period.
Premier Member
Once 250 qualifying points have been accrued, FlyerBonus members are then rewarded with a Premier status. Premier members receive even greater benefits such as a 20kg excess baggage allowance, dedicated check-in counter, Blue Ribbon Club lounge access and a number of other exciting surprises for smoother travel.
More FlyerBonus point accrual opportunities with Programme Partners*
Airlines:
Siem Reap Airways International
Hotels and Accommodation:
Accor Asia Pacific:
– Sofitel Hotels and Resorts
– Grand Mercure Hotels
– Novotel Hotels
– Mercure Hotels
Amari Hotels and Resorts
Anantara Resorts
Ananda Museum Gallery Hotel
Centara Hotels and Resorts
Buri Rasa Village – Samui
Chaweng Regent Beach Resort – Samui
FCC Cambodia
Hotel de la Paix – Siem Reap
Melati Beach Resort and Spa – Samui
Mom Tri’s Villa Royale – Phuket
Samui Palm Beach Resort – Samui
Six Senses Hideaway Samui – A Sala
Property
Tharaburi Resort - Sukhothai
The Library - Samui
The Quay Hotel – Phnom Penh
Financial Institutions:
Kasikornbank
Krungthai Card (KTC)
Car Rental:
Avis Thailand
Budget Thailand
Hertz Thailand
Healthcare:
Bangkok Hospital Medical Centre
Bangkok Hospital Group
BNH Hospital
Samitivej Hospitals
Lifestyle:
Bangkok Airways Duty Free
Impact Exhibition and Convention Centre
Pink Rose Holidays
For more information, visit www.bangkokair.com/flyerbonus
FLYERBONUS WELCOMES ITS LATEST HOTEL PARTNER – THE LIBRARY
FlyerBonus provides you with more point collection choices than ever before when staying on Koh Samui. FlyerBonus’s latest partner, The Library, offers a state-of-the-art hotel experience surrounded by elegant architecture. Join us in welcoming The Library to the FlyerBonus Program, where members can accrue points from 1 July onwards. There are also several other select partners on Koh Samui ready to reward you with FlyerBonus points. For more information and enrolment details, visit www.bangkokair.com/flyerbonus
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