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Destination Thailand to showcase best of Thailand's festivals, produce, healthcare and wellness at Dubai Mall
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27 April 2011 |
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The Royal Thai Consulate-General, together with the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), Thai Airways International, the Thai Trade Center and Thai Business Council in Dubai, is set to hold a promotional event titled "Destination Thailand 2011" from May 5-7, 2011 at the Star Atrium, Dubai Mall, as part of a series of events to celebrate the auspicious occasion of His Majesty the King of Thailand's 84th birthday anniversary, and to directly promote Thailand's festivals, tourism attractions, medical and wellness services, produce and hospitality service sectors to residents of Dubai.
The three day event is based on the theme of "Wonderful Thailand in 2011" and will feature various information booths, cultural performances, quizzes, competitions, prizes and demonstrations that will highlight the major annual festivals held in Thailand including the festive "Songkran" or Thai New Year celebrations which are held in April, as well as the romantic "Loi Krathong" or Floating Lanterns festival which is held annually in November. Additionally, various informational booths and stands will provide visitors with information regarding Thailand's tourism attractions, hopsitality services, medical and wellness services, spas and a Fly Thai Airways travel corner.
Says Mr. Pramoth Supyen, Director of the Tourism Authority of Thailand, Dubai and Middle East Office, "We are extremely happy to be associated with this special initiative headed by the Royal Thai Consulate General Dubai. In the iconic Dubai Mall we have a wonderful opportunity to directly introduce the very best that Thailand as a travel destination has to offer and encourage all to come join us for 3 days of everything fun, friendly and Thai!"
Throughout the event various cultural performances such as traditional Thai dancing performances and demonstrations on Thai fruit carving Traditional Thai massage techiques will be conducted. Additionally, informational sessions by some of Thailand's leading hospitals will be conducted with each sessions followed by quizzes and exciting giveaways.
The "Destination Thailand 2011" promotional event will be officially opened by His Excellency Mr. Somchai Charanasomboon, Thai Ambassador, Royal Thai Embassy of Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates at 6pm on Thursday 5th May, 2011 and will remain open until the end of Saturday 7th.
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Source: beta.thehindu.com |
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