show report THAILAND Thailand Travel Mart
330 international buyers and 380 sellers, including 35 from the UK and Ireland, met in Bangkok for Thailand Travel Mart 2012. Steven Thompson reports
‘Customise Thailand’
This year’s TTM highlighted the amazing variety of tourism products, experiences and attraction Thailand has to offer, under the theme ‘customise your experience’. Selling Long Haul was there to learn
about some of the developments taking place in Asia's most popular tourist destination for UK and Irish visitors. Said Chris Lee, Trade Marketing Manager,Tourism Authority Of Thailand: “TTM is our most
Agent special in
Hua Hin The Rest Detail Hua Hin is
offering a special rate for UK & Irish travel agents wanting to experience why the property was the winner of the Boutique Hotel Awards (UK) – Best Beach Hotel Awards 2011. "The deal will allow the trade to experience the property first hand, enabling them to better sell our award-winning hotel," said a spokesperson. "Agents should pack their shorts, flipflops, bathing suits, sunglasses and hats, and enjoy luxury accommodation, gracious Thai hospitality, sumptuous cuisine and our relaxing spa." Rates start from 3500 baht (approx.
£71) per night and are inclusive of a daily breakfast and all taxes. All agents have to do is supply a company ID when checking in. The offer is valid for a one week stay until November 30 2012. T&C’s on request. For more details contact the UK rep Jonathan Wilkins at
jon@select-rep.com www.restdetailhotel.com
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www.sellinglonghaul.com
important trade show of the year and has always attracted an impressive attendance from the UK and Ireland markets. This year I was particularly pleased that we were able to secure a great mix of small, medium and larger tour operators and specialist operators from all of our key niche markets. " TAT continues to be committed to
working with the UK and Ireland trade and TTM remains at the centre of this commitment.”
New boutique hotel for Bangkok Last month (June) saw the opening of
a new hotel on the banks of the Chao Praya river in Bangkok. The Siam Hotel, which opened its doors in June, is located in the historical Dusit district amongst royal palaces and museums in a wide leafy avenue. This unique property, with its luxury boutique feel and only 39 suites and villas, will appeal to both couples and families alike. With its stunning architecture and riverside grounds it is the perfect destination for those wanting some luxurious surroundings and tranquillity.
IN BRIEF
Thailand’s new phone App The Tourism Authority Of
Thailand has launched a mobile travel app as part of its online marketing campaign to target travellers who use mobile technology. With itineraries, planning tools, Facebook & Twitter and Google Maps, download it now for free from the App Store or the Android Market.
www.tourismthailand.co.uk
Mai Khao Lak opens its doors The sister hotel of Mai Samui in Kho
Samui, the Mai Khao Lak, will open its new hotel in November 2012. The 200-room property will have two pools, three restaurants, a beach club and extensive leisure facilities including a gym, spa and tennis courts, plus a Thai cooking school.
www.maikhaolak.com
From the show floor
STEFAN HEINTZE General Manager Layana Resort & Spa
For more details contact the hotel’s
UK representative, Chris Mastin –
chris@kurtzahlers.com www.thesiamhotel.com
How was TTM for you this year? TTM provides a good platform to present Layana Resort to UK buyers and an opportunity to update key partners; great exposure for the hotel and brand, plus an opportunity to show our support for TAT. Can you tell us a little about the Layana property? We are a small boutique adults-only resort which focuses on clients and attention to detail. We have only 50 rooms, including three beach suites and three ocean deluxe suites, on a fabulous beach – some argue the best on the island, but not far from neighbouring restaurants and bars. We have an ocean-facing stunning infinity swimming pool, library, Tides Restaurant, Linger Longer Spa and Sundowner Bar with a lounge. What sort of guests would Layana appeal to? Couples, honeymooners, special anniversaries, spa lovers or any clients looking for a retreat. How would you suggests travel agents sell it? For a relaxing break as a twin-centre with Krabi or Bangkok, but we are also ideal for the W&H market and spa breaks. What is the unique selling point of Layana? It’s a Trip Advisor award- winning adults-only property with a prime location on the beach. We also excel in service and attention to detail, with an intimate atmosphere. Can you tell us about any developments at the hotel? Layana will keep its original character and boutique size, but will go through a three-year upgrading programme. As a first step the award-winning Linger Longer Spa will be re-themed & renovated and a 350sqm two- bedroom pool villa added this year. Where should a UK travel agent go for more information on Layana? Our UK representative – Anand Collection – jas@anandcollection.
co.uk for any sales training.
www.layanaresort.com
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