Bangkok, June 5, 2012 – “The Amazing Thailand Grand Sale 2012” will add to Thailand’s reputation as a world-renowned shoppers’ paradise, with discounts of 10 to 80% at more than 15,000 participating stores and services in popular tourist destinations including Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Phuket, Hat Yai, Hua Hin, Pattaya, and Koh Samui.
During the sale, which takes place from June 15 until August 15, great deals are available at department stores, shopping malls, King Power Duty Free, jewelry shops, golf courses, restaurants, stores selling Thai products, as well as on beauty, health, and medical services. Discounts and other special privileges are also on offer at lifestyle attractions including walking and dining streets. Visitors travelling to Thailand for the Amazing Thailand Grand Sale 2012 can even enjoy specially-priced travel packages from leading airlines and travel agencies.
“Thailand is widely recognized as a shoppers’ paradise, and the Amazing Thailand Grand Sale 2012 means even greater value for visitors on everything from local products to the world’s leading brands. This year, the deals are even better, and the sale is a perfect opportunity for visitors to Thailand to check out famous Thai brands and Thai designer products,” said Mr Suraphon Svetasreni, Governor of the TAT.
In addition to the amazing shopping, international travelers who visit Thailand during the Amazing Thailand Grand Sale 2012 have a chance to win a dream holiday – a fully expense-paid vacation worth up to 3,500,000 Baht, called “Miracle 30 Days in Thailand.” The winner will receive a custom-tailored travel package for two to enjoy a month in Thailand including business-class round-trip tickets from home, economy-class air travel within Thailand, accommodations and meals at designated restaurants, ground transportation, and entrance fees for any attractions such as museums and performances. The winners will have the assistance of a private local guide throughout their travel program, as well as experience Thai culture up close through courses such as Thai cooking, Thai dance, Muay Thai, or crafts including pottery and batik painting.
Every transaction at a participating airline or hotel or every travel package booking for travel or stay between June 15 and August 15, 2012, as well as every 500 Baht spent at participating merchants during the Amazing Thailand Grand Sale 2012 qualifies for one entry to win the incredible all-inclusive Thai holiday. Payments made using a Visa Card get double the chances to win. For more information, please visit http://thailandgrandsale.tourismthailand.org/
