Information for the Bhutanese Travel Professional

General News

Aman sues former employees

Amankora, a high-end resort in Bhutan, is suing its former employees, who were tied with a training bond but left in violation of the company’s service rule.

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Spa in Bumthang

What was earlier a mere hot spring source at Duethang in Ura, Bumthang, will soon be a major tourist attraction site after being converted into a public establishment offering hot spring baths.
The hot springs, flowing from two different sources (known as male and female), will be brought together through pipelines and collected in big containers.

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Wall Street Financial Crisis Could Dent Tourism in Bhutan

After seeing an increase in the number of tourist arrivals this year, Bhutanese tour operators now express concern that the recent Wall Street financial crisis could put a dent on the number of tourists in 2009.

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Media during the Coronation

In a Press Release from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Royal Government of Bhutan will be issuing gratis visas and waive tourists fees for all interested media organisations wishing to cover the celebrations.

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National Museum Timings During Thimphu Tshechu

During the Thimphu Tshechu (9 - 11 October, 2008), please be informed that the timing for National Museum in Paro will not be changed.

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