TAT Welcomes LGBTQ+ Tourists with "Amazing Thailand Out There" Event, Reinforcing Thailand as a Top Global LGBTQ+ Friendly Destination

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), in collaboration with W Hotels under Marriott International Thailand, has organized the "Amazing Thailand Out There" event under the "Amazing Romance Month" campaign. This initiative aims to promote Thailand as a high-quality LGBTQ+ tourism destination, offering grand privileges through trade meetings and media familiarization trips (Fam Trips). The event celebrates the enactment of Thailand’s Marriage Equality Act and underscores the country’s commitment to becoming a top global LGBTQ+ Friendly Destination.

 

Ms. Thapanee Kiatphaibool, Governor Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT)

 

Ms. Thapanee Kiatphaibool, Governor Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), stated that the "Amazing Thailand Out There" event is part of the "Amazing Romance Month" campaign, celebrating the "Amazing Thailand Grand Tourism and Sports Year 2025." The event is designed to cater to couples and LGBTQ+ travelers in February 2025, with a particular focus on the LGBTQ+ market, which TAT has actively promoted since 2012 through the "Go Thai Be Free" campaign. This campaign has consistently communicated Thailand’s position as an LGBTQ+ Friendly Destination. The recent enactment of the Marriage Equality Act in January has further boosted Thailand’s reputation and confidence among LGBTQ+ travelers, making the country a preferred destination. The LGBTQ+ market represents a high-spending, quality tourist segment that is gaining attention from both social trends and businesses worldwide. By targeting this market, TAT aims to enhance market opportunities, add value to Thai products and services, and strengthen Thailand’s image as an inclusive and welcoming destination for all travelers.

 

Mr. SiripakornCheawsamoot ,Deputy Governor for International Marketing Europe America Middle East and Africa

 

Mr. SiripakornCheawsamoot Deputy Governor for International Marketing Europe America Middle East and Africa, explained that the "Amazing Thailand Out There" event will take place on February 11, 2025, at W Bangkok. The event features three key activities:

          1.Thailand Out There: Amazing Thailand LGBTQ+ Trade Meet 2025, which will bring together 18 LGBTQ+ travel industry representatives from the USA, Canada, and Brazil to network and conduct business meetings with 20 Thai private sector operators, including leading hotels, tour companies, and tourist attractions.

          2.Meet The LGBTQ+ Influencers, showcasing Thailand’s charm through the perspectives of six LGBTQ+ influencer couples from the USA, Canada, Brazil, South Africa, and Australia, along with a renowned Australian TikToker based in Thailand. Thai LGBTQ+ celebrity couple Arm-Sappanyu Panatkool will also join to share their travel experiences in Thailand.

          3.Amazing Thailand Out There Night, a grand celebration reflecting the creative energy of Thailand’s LGBTQ+ community. The event is supported by W Hotels under Marriott International Thailand, which is committed to promoting LGBTQ+ travel.

Mr. Brad Edman, Vice President for Thailand, Cambodia, and Myanmar at Marriott International, expressed his delight in supporting the event, emphasizing Marriott’s commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion. He highlighted that Marriott International fosters an inclusive workplace and respects the LGBTQ+ community both in theory and practice.

Additionally, TAT is offering a "Grand Moment" experience through the Out & Proud Media Fam Trip 2025 from February 9-16, 2025. This trip invites travel industry representatives to explore Thailand’s tourism offerings across three routes:

          1.Bangkok-Pattaya: Showcasing the beauty and vibrancy of these cities under the concept "A Tale of Two Cities," supported by Renaissance Pattaya Resort & Spa and Siam Kempinski Bangkok.

          2.Koh Samui-Koh Tao, Surat Thani: Highlighting wellness and marine tourism under the concept "Island Paradiso: Wellness & Moonlit Shores," supported by W Koh Samui and Kimpton Kitalay Samui.

          3.Chiang Mai: Featuring northern Thailand’s natural charm and unique activities under the concept "Chiang Mai – Into the Wild," supported by Marriott Chiang Mai and Raya Heritage.

The six LGBTQ+ couples will also travel to various destinations, including Bangkok, Phuket, Krabi, Surat Thani, and Chiang Mai, to share their experiences on social media and inspire their followers to visit Thailand. The trip is supported by partners such as W Bangkok, W Koh Samui, Phulay Bay Ritz Carlton Krabi, The Naka Island, Marriott Nai Yang Phuket, Vana Belle Koh Samui, 360 Isaara Floating Resort Surat Thani, Intercontinental Phuket Resort, Anantara Koh Yao Yai Resort, and Aleeta Retreat Chiang Mai.

The "Amazing Thailand Out There" event marks a significant step in positioning Thailand as a top global LGBTQ+ Friendly Destination. It reinforces Thailand’s image as a global leader in equality through tourism and strengthens the "Amazing Thailand" brand for sustainable global growth.

 

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