DECEMBER 2021
FESTIVE GREETINGS
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FESTIVE GREETINGS FROM THE TOURISM AUTHORITY OF THAILAND
As we kick off the 2021 Festive Season, we want to sincerely thank you for your continued support and wish you wonderful journeys in the year ahead.
We have lots of exciting news to share.
Our newest marketing campaign ‘Visit Thailand Year 2022’ highlights Thailand’s strengths in biological diversity and cultural riches and offers visitors ‘Amazing New Chapters’ to discover in Thailand as the Kingdom reopens its borders, quarantine free, to international travellers.
Thailand has an endless array of exciting destinations and experiences and we’ve put together some of our ‘Bucket List 2022’ suggestions to help you look forward to a new chapter in the coming year.
We wish you and yours good health, happiness and many exotic adventures.
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BUCKET LIST 2022: AMAZING TOURS AND EXPERIENCES
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LOCAL: THAI FOR A DAY
Discover Thai culture through the eyes of a local. Spend a day with a family, joining them as they go about their day-to-day activities. Learn about deep-rooted traditions and hear stories of the past while preparing a typical Thai meal at the family’s rural home.
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LUXURY: TAILOR MADE THAILAND – BANGKOK TO THE BEACH
Discover the breadth of Thailand and its essential sites during visits to the shimmering, gold-plated Reclining Buddha in Bangkok, temple-rich Chiang Mai, and the sun-soaked beaches of Koh Samui.
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ADVENTURE: BEST OF THE SIMILAN ISLANDS
Comprised of nine granite islands located 50km west of Khao Lak, the Similan Islands are regarded among the world’s Top 10 diving sites and one of the best snorkelling spots in Thailand. Experience the best of the famous Similan Islands National Marine Park in comfort and style with a new and exclusive Similan cruise.
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SUSTAINABLE TOURISM: ELEPHANT SANCTUARY
A half day tour spent mingling with elephants in a safe and sustainable eco-friendly elephant sanctuary in Chiang Mai. Change into a traditional Karen outfit and then spend time walking with the gentle giants and feeding them with their favourite treats.
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BUCKET LIST 2022: ICONIC COLLECTION OF HOTELS & RESORTS
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BANGKOK: THE PENINSULA BANGKOK
Where the signature Peninsula style meets genuine Thai charm, The Peninsula Bangkok is a truly distinct urban resort experience.
This luxury hotel sits by the majestic Chao Phraya River and serves up authentic Thai recipes and comforting international fare. With an abundance of culinary surprises, wellness programmes and recreational activities, the hotel is the ideal holiday destination.
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CHIANG MAI: ANANTARA CHIANG MAI
The resort is conveniently located on the banks of the Mae Ping River, giving easy access for guests to explore the temple-filled old city, Lanna heritage, artisan villages and mountain hill tribes. The resort’s centerpiece, the stunning colonial house, was once the British consulate of Chiang Mai. The house is now The Service 1921 Restaurant and Bar, charming guests with a ‘British Secret Intelligence” theme, complete with secret dining rooms, a dungeon and a fusion of culinary journeys full of mystery and intrigue.
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PHUKET: BANYAN TREE PHUKET
Step into a world of natural beauty and unparalleled indulgence at Banyan Tree Phuket. A private paradise, this Phuket resort offers luxurious all-pool villas nestled around a lagoon and surrounded by lush greenery – making this the perfect destination for travellers seeking a romantic retreat, golf getaway, relaxing staycation, or a base from which to explore this beautiful island and its heritage, culture, and stunning beaches.
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SAMUI: W SAMUI
Situated on a 30-square-mile tropical Thai island in the middle of the Gulf of Thailand, overlooking stunning beaches and lush forests, W Koh Samui – a certified SHA Plus resort, awakens as the sun goes down, igniting the unexpected.
Surrounded by verdant foliage, each of the resort’s 74 luxury villas boasts a private outdoor pool and infinite island views. Inside, premiere technology meets signature W pillow top beds, Bliss Spa amenities and Whatever/Whenever service.
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BUCKET LIST 2022: MICHELIN STARRED DINING
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Are you seeking world-class cuisine? Look no further! The acclaimed Michelin Guide Thailand gets a 5-year extension from 2022-2026.
Michelin Guide’s first Thailand edition was released in 2017 and since then the list of recommended unique and fine dining opportunities has increased to over 15,000 locations.
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‘TEST & GO’ – ALL THAILAND DESTINATIONS ARE OPEN TO VISITORS FROM CANADA
In case you missed our exciting news, from 1st November 2021, Thailand is welcoming fully vaccinated visitors from Canada and 62 other approved countries via the ‘quarantine-free’ program TEST & GO.
Travellers can choose to arrive in Bangkok, Phuket, or other international airports, take one PCR test upon arrival, and spend minimum one night at the SHA+ accredited hotel awaiting test results, and will then be free to travel anywhere in Thailand.
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‘THAILAND PASS’ INFORMATION
The Thailand Pass is a new simplified registration system for travellers to Thailand that has replaced the previous COE (Certificate of Entry) system. Travellers can now apply for the Thailand Pass online, upload their travel and health information, and receive a QR code that must be presented before, on arrival in Thailand and during travelling.
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ADDITIONAL THAILAND RESOURCES
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You are receiving this email because you have expressed interest in Thailand or have worked with The Tourism Authority of Thailand in the past.
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