Bangkok--Mar 3--AziamBurson-Marsteller
Amarin Plaza Opens House for 'Andaman Smiles Again' Travel Fair, Offering Special Travel Packages Ocean-Lovers Cannot Miss
Amarin Plaza, in collaboration with the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), the Association of Domestic Travel (ADT), airlines and travel agents in the Andaman coastal provinces, announces a special travel fair for March 3-5, 2005. The event incorporates attractive tour packages to Phuket, Krabi, Phangnga, Trang, Ranong and Satun, for ocean lovers and sun seekers at very attractive prices. The aim is to bring tourists back to the Andaman and accelerate the restoration of the
southern tourism business as fast as possible.
Andaman Smiles Again will be held at the Amarin Hall on Floor 1, Amarin
Plaza. As an official private sector sponsor, providing extensive support for this event, Amarin Plaza has arranged the open space on the first floor to house travel package & air ticket booths and a wide range of related activities without any charge.
Mr. Seri Sirinopwongsagon, Assistant Vice President, Marketing Communications Department, Amarin Plaza Plc., stated that the event is being held in collaboration between the government and private sectors to promote tourism in the areas affected by the tsunami.
"We believe that Andaman Smiles Again will appeal to local and international travelers who prefer shopping at the center, while also attracting working people to join the event and snap up travel package bargains. The prime location in the heart of Bangkok and very convenient access to this large shopping complex will be another contributor to the event's success," Mr. Seri added.
Mrs. Juthaporn Rerngronasa, Deputy Governor for Domestic Marketing, Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) said that this event provides a chance for Thai
people who have never visited the Andaman Sea to buy the best travel packages at very reasonable prices.
During the event, visitors can enjoy a great variety of travel packages
offered by travel agents, hoteliers and airlines in 27 booths. These packages are available at very attractive prices until March 5, 2005 only.
Andaman Smiles Again is intended to encourage all local and international
travelers who are fond of the sea to come back to the fascinating Andaman area while stimulating the restoration of tourism destinations and boosting economic growth and liquidity.
At the opening ceremony, visitors will also see an interview session with
Mr. Navith Yosasindhu, of the Andaman Princess diving team who, will speak about his underwater experience. They can also enjoy a photo exhibition 'Under the Andaman Sea' featuring the latest collection of post-restoration Andaman underwater photos taken in February 2005. "On behalf of TAT and travel operators in the tsunami affected areas, I would like to invite all travelers to explore the wonders of the beautiful and flawless Andaman Sea through your own experience. I would like all of you to keep in mind that your visit will help revive and bring smiles back to the Andaman," Mrs. Juthaporn added.
For more information, please contact:
Patawee Chaipatana or Satida Sritunyatorn
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