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16 - 31 August 2017
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News Tourism Authority of Thailand scores big with tuk tuk at Hungarian Formula 1 At the Formula 1 race in Budapest, Hungary last month, the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) displayed an icon of Thailand – a 34-year-old Tuk Tuk that had been driven from Bangkok to Prague.
Chattan Kunjara Na A y u d h y a , TAT d e p u t y governor for Marketing Communications said, “This little tuk-tuk was fondly nicknamed ‘the Beast’ by the Hungarian media given her age, history and stamina, and
Mövenpick Siam Hotel Na Jomtien Pattaya offers dream golfers escape with Siam Country Club
the sheer crowd-appeal was well beyond our expectations.” “This tuk-tuk and the man that drove her across two continents, Martin Mechura, is a highlight of the Hungarian F1 Village. The Amazing Thailand Pit Stop design that we have created in this, our fourth F1 event, evidently works well,” he added. “I was so happy to see so many European F1 fans coming up to our team at the Amazing Thailand Pit Stop at Hungarian Formula 1 expressing not only their
delight that we were there but also sharing their stories of their travels to the Kingdom,” said Chattan. Martin Mechura, who hails from the Czech Republic, received a round of applause when he started up the tuk-tuk after an 18-month hiatus. The appearance of the Thai vehicle at the F1 was to promote the fun of driving in Thailand, as well as underlining the uniqueness of Thai culture and the Thai way of life, which always contains an element of fun and relaxation.
Women’s Journey Thailand 2017 Campaign launched to attract female visitors Fifty-six well-known women celebrities and bloggers from around the world attended the Women’s Journey Thailand 2017 Campaign launched to boost female visitors at a gala welcome reception at Nai Lert Heritage House in the heart of Bangkok. Organised for the second year by the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), the event was presided over by H.E. Kobkarn Wattanavrangkul, Minister of Tourism and Sports, and joined by Yuthasak Supasorn, TAT governor. The month-long campaign is designed to attract international and local female travellers to visit Thailand and enhance the Kingdom’s positive image as one of Asia’s most female friendly destinations. The global female celebrities and bloggers appointed representatives of “The Lady Celebrities to Thailand” and “The Lady Bloggers to Thailand” projects who are in Thailand for the launch are Pia Alonzo Wurtzbach, Miss Universe 2015; So-Hyun Kim, famous Korean actress; Tanya Sharma, actress from India; two representatives of Nogizaga 46, a Japanese female idol group; Li Zhenying, Miss Universe China 2016; Anika Morjaria, famous Indian moderator and presenter; Hadia Ghaleb, Egyptian fashionista; Naeema Al Maqbali, actress, moderator,
and social media influencer; Oman; Ho Ngoc Ha, singer, actress, and model, Vietnam; Vaniphone Phumexay, Miss Vientiane 2017; Ei Kywat K ha i ng , Mi ss M ya nm a r World 2017; Do My Linh, Miss Vietnam 2016; Esma Voloder, Miss World Australia 2017 and four runners-ups; Mary Ornborg, editor in chief, First Class Magazine, and Lottie Knutson, Swedish journalist, photographer, and writer. TAT has launched a special “Women’s Journey Thailand” mobile app, which can be downloaded after registering for the access code. Registrants will get a “Welcoming Package” including such “goodies” as a free welcome drink by Coffee World, seven-days free sim card with WiFi by DTAC, and 300 baht discount by Grab Taxi. They will also get: – 20 percent discount at King Power Duty-free Shops (except the airport branch) – Special airfare for the domestic sector, starting from 1,290 baht by Bangkok Airways
– Special car rental fee by Thai Rent A Car (499 baht/ day) – 500 baht discount voucher by the Siam Discovery Department Store (for women visitors) – Free ice-cream cone by McDonalds Thailand (only during August 2017) Thailand has recorded a significant rise in female visitors over the past few years. Srisuda Wanapinyosak, TAT deputy governor for International Marketing – Asia and South Pacific said, “Today women are significant decision makers and influential with high-spending power. With a full range of products and services that can serve women’s needs, Thailand can definitely be the ideal destination. The Women’s Journey Thailand campaign will showcase how women travellers can enjoy these products and services at very attractive prices when they visit Thailand in August.” TAT is launching many other activities as part of the campaign including the Lady Golf Challenge, Lady Celebrities to Thailand, Thailand through
Her Eyes, Lady in Thai Fabrics, and Lady Bloggers. TAT has also appointed Nattaya Boonchompaisarn, or Grace, the winner of The FACE Thailand Season 3, as an honorary representative to inspire female travelers around the world to explore the variety of quality products and services the country has to offer. TAT has classified the products and services for women travellers into seven categories: accommodation (hotels and resorts); health, beauty and spa services; shopping malls, dining and restaurants; recreation and entertainment such as theme parks, lifestyle activities such as handicraft workshops and fitness, and transportation services such as airlines and car rentals. Full details regarding products, services and travel deals on the “ Women’s Journey Thailand” website, click: https://womensjourney. tourismthailand.org/ Download the special “Women’s Journey Thailand” mobile app at App Store and Play Store
Mövenpick Siam Hotel Na Jomtien Pattaya is climbing the leader board with a new Dream Golfers Escape package offered in partnership with the Siam Country Club at its spectacular championship Plantation Course. The offer includes a one- or two-night stay in a spacious room overlooking Na Jomtien Beach, plus 18 holes of golf spread over one or two days, as well as transfers to and from the course, a spa treatment, plus daily breakfast and a set dinner menu for one at the hotel’s celebrated Twist Restaurant. Seasoned players or novice golfers can enjoy an inspiring combination of sun, sea and sport while taking in stunning panoramic views of Pattaya’s Eastern Seaboard and the Gulf of Thailand. Marc Sittl, Mövenpick Siam Hotel Na Jomtien Pattaya’s general manager explains, “Leisurely luxury is a signature at Mövenpick’s flagship five-star beach resort, and the experience is perfectly complemented by a round or two at Siam Country Club Plantation Pattaya. It’s a world-class golf destination.” Designed by famed golf course architects Schmidt and Curley, Siam Country Club Plantation is the longest course in Pattaya and one of the longest in Thailand. The 27hole course, boasting rolling fairways, big bunkers and sloping greens, is named after the area’s past as plantation land and includes the 9-hole Tapioca and Pineapple courses
along with the par-36 Sugar Cane course. The course also features the first triple greens in Asia with three greens of three holes stretching over 3,000 square metres. The hilltop clubhouse and driving range add to course’s reputation as one of the country’s finest, with a challenging layout that takes in the natural landscape of mountain terrain and creeks. The Plantation course hosted the Honda LPGA Thailand championships just a year after opening, with top female golfer Lorena Ochoa taking home the coveted trophy. After a thrilling experience on the course, Mövenpick Siam Hotel Na Jomtien Pattaya promises its golfing guests pure relaxation, inviting them to sink into wellbeing with a complimentary treatment at the resort’s beautifully designed Wave Spa – an oasis of massage therapies and nourishing body treatments. A three-course dinner is then served at the hotel’s contemporary all-day dining room, Twist, with pool views, an al fresco terrace, and a choice of western classics and appetizing Thai favourites. The Dream Golfers Escape Package is available from now until October 31, 2017 and requires a minimum stay of one night. The offer must be booked in advance and is based on room availability. For more information on the Mövenpick Siam Hotel Na Jomtien Pattaya or to make a booking, please visit our website.