The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) held their ‘A Million Smile with Thanks to Malaysians – Amazing Celebration’ event in Kuala Lumpur in appreciation to the Malaysian travel industry for promoting Thailand as a preferred tourist destination.

Mr. Tanes Petsuwan, TAT Deputy Governor for International Marketing – Asia and South Pacific, said “With the Visit Thailand Year 2023: Amazing New Chapters campaign, TAT is looking to offer visitors from around the world experience-based tourism that will make Thailand stand apart as a sustainable tourism destination, including in the Asian and South Pacific markets. TAT will be continuing to promote Thailand as a quality leisure destination that provides the most enjoyable experiences to suit everyones’ preferences.”

Mrs. Sirinthara Surakanitaya, Director of TAT Kuala Lumpur office added that Malaysia has been the number one visitor source market to Thailand. Between January and 15 April, 2023, almost 1.2 million Malaysian tourists visited Thailand, reflecting that Thailand is still a popular destination for Malaysian tourists.

The ‘A Million Smiles with Thanks to Malaysians – Amazing Celebration’ event was presided over by Her Excellency Miss Lada Phumas, Ambassador of the Royal Thai Embassy Kuala Lumpur, who delivered her thank you remarks… followed by Mrs Sirinthara Surakanitaya, Director of the TAT Kuala Lumpur office…

The event was organized to express TAT’s gratitude to all involved, including partners, travel agents, tour and bus operators, airlines, and also the media for an amazing job in promoting Thailand ended with some stage performances as well as lucky draws where travel agents, tour operators went home with a full free package to Krabi, Bangkok and Chiang Mai as well as backpacks…..