Lomprayah Pocket Magazine Issue 50 (06/2017)

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

@ blog.davyjoneslocker.asia

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.