Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has chosen
“Family Festival” as its tourism theme for August. The festival is
being held to encourage activities and closer relationships in families.
The festivities will mark Her Majesty Queen Sirikit’s birthday on August
12, which is also Thailand’s Mother’s Day.
The monthly campaigns are planned around different
themes and are part of the “Thailand Grand Festival” scheme to promote
tourism.
Vunsadej Thavarasukha, Tourism Services Development
director said, “August 12 is Queen Sirikit’s birthday and a very
important holiday for Thailand. Since the day is also designated as
Mother’s Day, TAT’s emphasis on family fun is appropriate.”
TAT wants tour programs and activities geared so that
all members of the family can participate with joy and fun. Family trips
to amusement parks, zoos, botanical gardens, and national parks will be
highlighted.
TAT has asked for cooperation from the private sector
to hold special activities and offer discount programs for mothers and
children throughout this month, the director said. Details of the programs
will be announced on July 24.
Wisit Wichasil, director of Dusit Zoo said the zoo has
planed to organize many activities such as taking photos with zoo animals,
walk rallies touring the zoo, and stage performances for family
entertainment during August.
He said on August 12, there will be special activities
for mothers and kids, discounted coupons and promotions for children and
families who visit the Dusit Zoo. (TNA)
