Issue 50 / June 2017
THAILAND TRAVELMART PLUS
2017
14 - 16 JUNE 2017 AT CHIANG MAI
FULL MOON PARTY AT HAAD RIN - KOH PHANGAN 9 WAYS TO DEAL WITH RAIN ONE-DAY TRIP BY LOMLAHKKHIRIN LOMPRAYAH CUSTOMER CARE
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Editor’s Talk Hello
Editor in Chief
Now, it’s June already. It’s the half way of 2017. Did you do something you’d planned on the beginning of the year? If not, don’t wait anymore!
Photjanard Kantiwong
For the highlight of this issue, we will let you know more about Thailand Travel Mart Plus (TTM+), The biggest travel B2B opportunity. With cooperation between the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) and the Thai tourism industry, the Thailand Travel Mart Plus Amazing Gateway to the Greater Mekong Subregion. Furthermore, the column that we think it is interesting is FULL MOON PARTY at Haad Rin, Koh Phangan. Here’s what to expect at The Full Moon Party in Thailand! Well, it’s time to check what we’ve put in this issue. See you again next month.
Thank you for your kindly support.
Photjanard Kantiwong
Executive Editor Wanitcha Sukchet Tinn Chacalanuwattanapong
Editorial Staff Vorapong Vongvarotai Juntiya Laoniyomthai
Art Director
Sakdiphat Jiacharonpong
Graphic Designer Sakdiphat Jiacharonpong Annop Sawatdipol
THAILAND TRAVEL MART PLUS AMAZING GATEWAY TO THE GREATER MEKONG SUBREGION (TTM+) : THE BIGGEST TRAVEL BUSINESS TO BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY
14-16 June, 2017 International Exhibition and Convention Centre (CMECC) Chiang Mai, Thailand
THAILAND TRAVEL MART PLUS (TTM+)
AMAZING GATEWAY TO THE GREATER MEKONG SUBREGION 2017
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), in cooperation with the Thai tourism industry, has the honor to be the host of the Thailand
Travel Mart Plus Amazing Gateway to the Greater Mekong Subregion
(TTM+) 2017 which is held on 14-16 June, 2017, at the spacious
60,000 sqm. Chiang Mai International Exhibition and Convention Centre (CMECC), Chiang Mai.
The event, first organized in 2001, has the primary objective to
promote the tourism and service business sector in Thailand and the Greater Mekong Subregion (GMS) counterparts. Small and medium- sized enterprises (SMEs) have an opportunity to showcase their products on this international stage. The major buyer markets
include Europe, Southeast Asia, Eastern Asia, the United States, Aus-
tralia, and New Zealand, as well as emerging markets, such as the CIS
countries, Eastern Europe, Middle East, South America, and South Africa.
We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for joining the TTM+ 2017 and your continued support in promoting Thailand. We wish you many positive and fruitful results, and a most pleasant time during the TTM+ 2017. So let’s take this opportunity to begin the journey, unveiling amazing stories in Amazing Thailand.
THAILAND TRAVEL MART PLUS F A C T
Date 14
15
16
S H E E T
14-16
2017
Venue Chiang Mai
J une 201 7
Chiang Mai International Exhibition and Convention Centre (CMECC)
Key Hilight
400
350
Sellers
Buyers
456 Changpuak District, Tambon Changpuak,
10,500
Meung Chiang Mai 50300,
Confirmed PSA
Thailand
Well selected 350 international Buyers and 400 Sellers throughout Thailand and The Greater Mekong Sub-region (GMS) with confirmed 10,500 pre-scheduled appointments (PSA)
Thailand
Exhibitor Profiles
Pre-Post Tours for Buyers and Media
Accommodation, Tour Operators, Travel Agents, Entertainment, Transportation, Association of Thai Travel Agents (ATTA), National Tourism
Buyer Split
Organizations (NTOs), The Greater Mekong Sub-region (GMS), Thai Northern Region (Lanna),
9%
11%
20%
37%
23%
and Other Travel Services
30
40
70
ASEAN, South Asia & South Pacific
80
130
Europe,Africa & Middle East
East Asia
350 Buyers
recommended by the Tourism Authority of
America
Thailand (TAT) oversea offices, buyer committee Leisure
342
391 Booths
Trade Visitors
346
56
1,500+
Sellers
Quality Buyers
Countries
115
Attendees
For more information, please visit www.thailandtravelmartplus.com
General Information :
Email: info@thailandtravelmartplus.com
Corporate, MICE, Leisure in total of 350 Buyers The majority of confirmed buyers are
Domestic
2016 Statistics
Buyer Groups
MICE
Corporate
members, partners and exhibitors
Event at a Glance
60,000
sqm. gross space
High level keynote speakers from tourism industry Tourism Showcase Tourism forums and workshop (New highlight) Local tourism-related products & services exhibition (New highlight)
Buyer :
E-mail : buyer@thailandtravelmartplus.com Tel : (662) 250 5500 Ext. 1270-1273 Fax : (662) 253 7437
100+
Travel Trade Media
Seller :
E-mail : seller@thailandtravelmartplus.com Tel : (662) 250 5500 Ext. 1266-1269 Fax : (662) 250 0018
Programme Thailand Travel Mart Plus (TTM+) 2017 Date
Time
Function
Venue
June 12 Monday
08.00 - 24.00 14.00 - 24.00
Shell Scheme Build-Up (Official Contractor) Raw Space Build-Up (Outside Contractor)
CMECC CMECC
June 13 Tuesday
08.00 - 24.00 Shell Scheme Build-Up (Official Contractor) 14.00 - 24.00 Raw Space Build-Up (Outside Contractor) 13.00 - Onwards Complimentary Tours for Buyers & Media
CMECC CMECC CMECC
June 14 Wednesday
08.00 - 15.00 09.30 - 17.00 10.00 - 13.00 10.00 - 13.00 10.00 - 17.00 10.30 - 12.30 12.30 - 14.30 14.30 - 15.00 15.00 - 15.45 15.45 - 17.30 17.30 - 18.20 18.20 - 21.00
Seller Booth Decoration Media Registration Seller Registration Buyer Registration Local Tourism Product Showcase On-Site Appointment Session (Sellers meet Buyers) Networking Lunch Registration: Opening Ceremony and Forum Opening Ceremony TTM+ 2017 Tourism Trend Talk Forum Meeting Local Tourism Product Exhibitors Welcome Reception TTM+ 2017
June 15 Thursday
08.30 - 17.00 08.30 - 09.30 08.30 - 09.30 09.30 - 12.05 10.00 - 17.00 12.00 - 13.30 13.30 - 15.30 13.30 - 18.05 19.00 - 21.00
Media Registration Buyer Registration Seller Registration Appointment Session 1 (8 Slots) Local Tourism Product Showcase Networking Lunch Press Conference Appointment Session 2 (14 Slots) Chiang Mai Night hosted by Chiang Mai Province
CMECC Meeting Room 13 Seller Registration Counter Buyer Registration Counter CMECC, Foyer CMECC 2nd Floor CMECC, Cafeteria Leelavadee Room 1-2 Leelavadee Room 1-2 Leelavadee Room 1-2 CMECC, Foyer CMECC, Main Entrance Hallway
June 16 friday
09.00 - 12.00 09.00 - 17.00 09.00 - 17.00 09.30 - 12.05 12.00 - 13.30 13.30 - 16.45 17.20 - 18.30 21.30 - 24.00
Media Registration Local Tourism Product Showcase Tourism Seminar & Workshop for Students Appointment Session 3 (8 Slots) Networking Lunch Appointment Session 4 (10 Slots) Thank You Party TTM+ 2017 Exhibition Deinstallation
June 17 Saturday
08.00 Onwards Post Tours for Buyers & Media 08.00 - 13.00 Exhibition Deinstallation
Meeting Room 13 Buyer Registration Counter Seller Registration Counter CMECC CMECC, Foyer CMECC, Cafeteria Leelavadee Room 1 CMECC SMEs Building, CMECC Meeting Room 13 CMECC, Foyer Leelavadee Room 1-2 CMECC CMECC, Cafeteria CMECC CMECC CMECC
We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for joining the TTM+ 2017 and your continued support in promoting Thailand. We wish you many positive and fruitful results, and a most pleasant time during the TTM+ 2017. So let’s take this opportunity to begin the journey, unveiling amazing stories in Amazing Thailand.
Destination Guide
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Here’s what to expect at The Full Moon Party in Thailand!
The actual beach party
is located on Haad Rin beach on Koh PhaNgan island.
Getting There
Depending on where you’re coming from, the two closest islands to Kho Phangan are Koh Samui and Koh Tao. There are inexpensive High Speed Catamaran running daily between all the islands.
From Bangkok: The fastest way to Koh Phangan is to take a short flight to Koh Samui and catch a High Speed Boat to the island. There are also budget-friendly overnight bus & boat options you can purchase from travel agents in Bangkok (Lomprayah High Speed Ferries Co.,Ltd.)
No need to pack anything special for the party! You can get all your FMP swag from street vendors for about $10-15.
Angthong National Marine Park are a chain of forty-two islands in the waters near Koh Samui. Day trips to these islands can be arranged from Koh Samui. These tours are available every day of the week and you can select which of the islands you wish to explore. Angthong National Marine Parkconsists of 42 islands. Its main islands are Phaluai Island, Wua Chio Island, Wua Talap Island, Mae Ko Island, Samsao Island, Phai Luak Island, Kha Island, Hindap Island, Phi Island, Wua Kantang Island, Mae Yat Island, Wua Te Island, Naiphut Island, Changsom Island, Hanuman Island, Thaiphlao Island, Huaklong Island, and Kho Ban Island. Program Includes Mini Bus & Boat Transfers Snorkeling Equipment Light Breakfast Buffet Lunch & Soft Drink Sightseeing / Snorkeling / Kayaking * Full Insurance Coverage Friendly English Speaking Guide
Option Extras Diving Beach Chair/Umbrella Drink from the bar Souvenirs Under Water Camera Hire Photographs
season change 9 ways to deal with rain
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Clothes suitable for rainy season is the clothes are thin and comfortable.
Make up with waterproof cosmetics.
Eat spicy foods to increase body temperature.
Eat sour fruit Add vitamin C to the body to prevent colds.
Drink at least 8 glasses of water a day to balance the body.
2 5
Drink at least 8 glasses of water a day to balance the body.
Wash your hands whenever rain. Because the germ will grow well in wet rainy season.
3 6
Avoid crowded. Because it is easy to infect.
carry raincoats or umbrellas every time you leave home
The Jungle Club - Chaweng Noi beach - Soi Panyadee school - koh Samui - 84320 Suratthani - Thailand email : contact@jungleclubsamui.com - Tel. : + 66 (0) 81 894 23 27 / (0) 81 891 82 63
An evening at the Jungle Club is often described as one of Samui’s best kept secrets. The restaurant, overlooking the illuminated bay of Chaweng, will offer you a romantic dining experience. Enjoy a drink at the bar while listening to some excellent ambient music selected by expert musicologists. Finally, take a well-deserved rest by the pool sipping an exotic cocktail in a relaxing candlelight environment.
Lomprayah News & Events Lomprayah is proud to introduce our NEW PIER and new route from Pathiu Only 6 Kms from Chumphon Airport and 1 hour and 45 minutes to Koh Tao. Accelerating completion to be ready soon!
Our new 600 seat ferry “LAEMSOR” Lomprayah is proud to present our new 600 seat ferry, “LAEMSOR” to be running the Samui-Donsak route, a lot of emphasis has been put into creating the fresh, clean and comfortable airconditioned cabins that our customers have come to expect from us. starting soon on 1July 2017.
Move offices and check-in point (Koh Phangan branch) Lomprayah High Speed Ferrires Co.,Ltd. and Lomlahkkhirin High Speed Ferrires Co.,Ltd. Koh Phangan branch move offices and check-in point to new located, 100 meters away from old office. Start June 1st, 2017
THAILAND TRAVEL MART PLUS (TTM+) 14-16 June, 2017 @CMECC, Chiang Mai The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), in cooperation with the Thai tourism industry, has the honor to be the host of the Thailand Travel Mart Plus Amazing Gateway to the Greater Mekong Subregion (TTM+) 2017.