The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has announced the "Amazing Thailand Grand Sale 2012" is to be held from June 15 - August 15, 2012. The 2012Grand Sale will feature Thailand's largest collection of travel packages, family entertainment, competitions and the most amazing bargains across retail, dinning, leisure and hospitality as well as health, beauty and medical treatments.
To promote the summer promotions to visitors from the Middle East, a special seminar sponsored by the Tourism Authority of Thailand was held in Dubai at the Dubai Dusit Thani Hotel on January 23, 2012 hosted by Chalotorn Phaovibul, Consul-General of Thailand to Dubai. Speaking at the event, Phaovibul said: "Thailand is a year-round destination for families, couples and groups from the Middle East. This years' 'Amazing Thailand Grand Sale' will provide even more attractions for residents of the Middle East and a reason to travel to Thailand at this time."
The "Amazing Thailand Grand Sale" 2012 will be held in Thailand's leading tourism cities and provinces of Bangkok, Pattaya, Hua Hin, Chiang Mai in the north and the southern tourist destinations of Koh Samui, Phuket and Hat Yai.
More than 10,000 companies will be offering attractive discounts to attract tourists from the Middle East and across the world. Participating outlets of the festival will include Thailand's leading shopping malls, wholesale outlets as well as some of Thailand's most famous 'Shopping, Dinning and Walking Streets' providing visitors with an overall Thai festival experience both indoors and out. “This year we have two of Thailand's most famous shopping malls participating; 'Central World' and 'Siam Paragon' as well as MBK -and the famous Chatuchak market, better known as the JJ Market with more than 5,000 stores," said Chalotorn Phaovibul. At 4.62 million sq ft, the Central World Shopping Mall in Bangkok is considered one of Thailand's most famous shopping mall while Siam Paragon is home to the largest movie theatre and screen in Asia as well as the largest aquarium in South East Asia.
The 'Amazing Grand Sale 2012' will also provide a show-case for new stores and shopping malls including Central Plaza Rama 9, a seven-story shopping plaza and Terminal 21, a nine-floor shopping complex designed to transport shoppers to some of the most famous shopping cities in the world.
The focus of the 2012 'Grand Sale' will be to highlight famous local Thai brands including fashion clothing, leather, jewellery, home-ware, souvenirs and Thai designer products as well as shopping and dining streets and night entertainment. Also participating in the event will be a cross section of Thailand's hotels including local and international brands from boutique and beach hotels to luxury resorts and villas. Together with special discounts on travel packages, entertainment and dining, the 'Grand Sale' 2012 is the perfect opportunity for visitors to experience Thailand Throughout the festival, tourists from the Middle East will be able to win attractive prizes including 'Miracle 30 Days in Thailand' where the winner receives the chance to stay in Thailand for up to 30-days. For every THB500 ($16) spent, each shopper will receive a coupon to enter the prize draw which includes a return ticket from the country of origin plus return domestic tickets for every route offered. The winner, plus a companion will also be able to enjoy five- star accommodation with complimentary meals, free admission to all attractions included, a private guide and escort as well as training courses on the 'Thai way of life and culture'.
Speaking about 'Thailands Grand Sale' 2012, the Tourism Authority of Thailand Director for Middle East, Pramoth Supyen said; "For those considering visiting Thailand this year, this summer is definitely the time to visit. The
2012 'Grand Sale' has something for everyone, from family entertainment to attractive leisure and hospitality packages, Spa experiences and of course some of the most amazing retail bargains to be discovered!"
Full details regarding the "Amazing Thailand Grand Sale" can be accessed at the especially dedicated website: www.thailandgrandsale.info. Additionally daily updates, special event and competition notices and promotions will also be highlighted through Facebook and twitter.