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Thailand Travel Notes
Los Angeles Edition
April 2009
Vol.5, No.4
IN THIS ISSUE
Bun Bang Fai Rocket Festival
Rayong Fruit Festival 2009
8th Koh Samui Regatta
Phuket Film Festival 2009
New Western USA Website
Spa Cenvaree Wins "Best New Spa - Thailand "
Thailand Travel Mart Plus 2009
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 - TREASURES -

Sukhothai Historical Park


The historic and heritage sites are the true treasures of Thailand. Experience old Thailand or "Siam" and explore its riches throughout the kingdom. 
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TRAVEL,HOTELS             AND PROMOTIONS

Thailand Plus & More by Thai Airways

Fly THAI to Thailand now through October 31, 2009 and receive complimentary accommodations for one night, plus one free round trip ticket to any THAI domestic destination. [more]

Chiang Mai Escape with Globotours

Journey to Chiang Mai with Globotours. Uncover the region and pamper yourself at the award-winning Four Seasons Resort. Six days plus air and land from $1,749. [more]

Thailand Cozy Packages from See My Thailand

See My Thailand offers its Bangkok, Phuket, Chiang Mai, Pattya, Samui and Hua Hin
Cozy Packages featuring four days / three nights (land only) from $199. [more]

Thailand Vacation Tour offers Delightful Thailand Packages

Choose among the Delightful Thailand Packages from Thailand Vacation Tour. Enjoy activities and festivals throughout Thailand from May to November 2009. Packages start at $1,999. [more]

Run and Fun in Thailand with International Grandway Tour

Join other marathoners in the International Grandway Tour Bangkok Marathon 2009. Packages start at just $1,099.[more]

ACTIVITIES
TAT LA ACTIVITIES 
 
Thailand New Year Festival
April 5, 2009
Hollywood, CA

Lee Lavadee Reception
April 9, 2009
Lee Lavadee Spa & Wellness Center
El Segundo, CA

Sales Call
April 11 -1 4, 2009
San Francisco & Bay Area, CA
 
SAN PATA : Asia Night
April 15, 2009
Marina Village
San Diego, CA
 
Thailand Week
May 23, 2009
Four Seasons Resort
Westlake Village, CA

Thai Night
April 26, 2009
Thailand Plaza Restaurant
Hollywood, CA

LINKS
Dear Travelers,
 
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I would like to take this special occasion to wish you a joyous and prosperous Thai New Year. Thailand's New Year, Songkran, is celebrated in April - one of the most festive months for Thai people.  It is a time for laughter and entertainment, religious ceremonies and merit making, family and friends and of course, water splashing - from dusk to dawn.

To welcome Thai New Year, we have re-launched our website www.tourismthailand.org/la with a completely new look and updated information. This site is specifically designed for all those interested in tourism to Thailand.  Whether you are a traveler, travel agent, tour operator or media member, we hope you find our website informative and useful.

Lastly, some of you may have heard the recent news about domestic dispute in Bangkok. We are pleased to provide you an update that the situation has been resolved and Bangkok has regained its normalcy.  With lots of splashes and fun, locals and tourist alike had a great time celebrating the splendid Songkran festivities throughout the country.

Please feel free to contact us any time for more information.

Warm wishes,
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Chanchai Doungjit
Director
Western United States and Latin America

FESTIVALS & EVENTS
Bun Bang Fai Rocket Festival
Experience I-San Style Festive Fun

Festival - Bun Bang Fai
May 8 - 10, 2009
Venue: Yasothon

Come and join in the sprightly "Bun Bang Fai" Rocket Festival, the most celebrated of I-San's merit-making rituals. The rockets are launched with predictions regarding the fortunes of the coming harvest. Highlights also include rocket contests, processions and parades, a fun fair and folk entertainment. [more]

Rayong Fruit Festival 2009
Festival for Tropical Fruit Lovers
Fruits
May 28 - June 3, 2009
Venue: Taphong Fruit Market, Rayong

Rayong has made a name for itself as a treasure trove of exotic fruit and May to June is the best time to enjoy the many kinds of Thailand's tropical fruit. During the Rayong Fruit Festival, tour the orchards and enjoy a procession of floats decorated with fruit, cultural performances, fruit contests and folk entertainment.

8th Koh Samui Regatta
One of Asia's Sailing Circuit Highlights
 
 
Samui Regatta 2009 LogoJune 1 - 6, 2009
Venue: Samui Island, Surat Thani

The Koh Samui Regatta is set to uphold its strong reputation as one of the highlights of the Asian sailing circuit. The week long sailing extravaganza, now officially recognized by the International Sailing Federation, brings together many of the world's top sailors, guaranteeing a week of fun-filled racing action. [more]

Phuket Film Festival 2009
Phuket Film Festival to Turn the Spotlight on Taiwanese Film
 
Festival - Phuket Film Festival 2009 Logo
June 4 - 11, 2009
Venue: Coliseum Theaters, Phuket

The 2009 Phuket Film Festival is proud to announce it is focusing on Taiwanese Film this June in Phuket, the beautiful international resort destination and world-class film location. More than 40 award-winning movies from 17 countries will be screened during the festival. [more]

THAILAND IN THE NEWS
TAT-LA Re-launches its Website
 
TAT Homepage
Continuing its efforts to promote Thailand in the U.S. and Latin America, the Tourism Authority of Thailand - Los Angeles Office (TAT-LA) recently re-launched the website www.tourismthailand.org/la. The website is filled with information on select destinations and activities, hot deals, tourism updates, events and festivals featured in a more attractive style.  Travel Agents and tour operators are also searchable. Getting travel information on Thailand has never been this fast and easy!
 
Spa Cenvaree Wins Prestigious "Best New Spa - Thailand "
 
Cenvaree CentralWorld
Spa Cenvaree at the CentralWorld has won the award for "Best New Spa - Thailand," in the Asia Spa & Wellness Festival 2009 Gold Awards. The Asia Spa & Wellness Festival Gold Awards are the region's most prestigious awards, recognizing outstanding achievement by spas, wellness centers and resorts across Asia. [more]
 
Thailand Travel Mart Plus 2009

TTM+ Logo
Thailand has the honor of annually hosting the largest B2B event, "Thailand Travel Mart Plus the Greater Mekong Subregion (TTM+)," June 3 - 7, 2009. Applications for buyers, sellers and media members are available online. TAT overseas offices are open for applications by invitation. [more]

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