TAT opens nominations for 11th Thailand Tourism Awards 2017

[webfact]

TAT opens nominations for 11th Thailand Tourism Awards 2017

 

  

BANGKOK, 1 September 2016 (NNT) – The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is encouraging the public to submit nominations for the “11th Thailand Tourism Awards 2017” to be conferred on World Tourism Day, 27 September, next year. Deadline for the complete nominations is on 30 November, 2016. 

Details of the Awards and the nomination criteria were announced by TAT Governor Yuthasak Supasorn during a press conference at the TAT Head Office. It was attended by representatives of Siam Niramit and Nong Nooch Garden, TAT executive officials, the Judging Committee, tour operators and Thai tourism associations, among others. 

Mr. Yuthasak said: “The Awards are designed to raise industry standards and recognize companies and individuals which may have contributed to advancing a positive image of the Thai travel and tourism sector, now established as one of the country’s key socio-economic development pillars.” 

The Judging Committee consists of specialists and experts from various sectors related to tourism such as the Department of National Parks, Department of Fine Arts, Department of Pollution Control, Community-Based Tourism Institute, Thailand Tourism Council, Thai Hotels Association, Thai Spa Association, Association of Thai Travel Agents and Thai Eco-Tourism and Adventure Travel Association, among others. 

The judging criteria require applicants to show how they are helping conserve the country’s natural resources, mitigating climate change, contributing to economic and social development, practicing good governance and creating innovation. 

Mr. Yuthasak said: “Winning an award will become a competitive advantage. This will enhance consumer confidence and raise the Thailand brand image and tourism industry at large. It will also motivate the emerging generation of investors to maintain a concerted focus when it comes to developing their new business products.” 

In addition, the awardees will get marketing support through TAT public relations channels such as television, radio, printed media, online media and Or Sor Tor magazine. They also will have a chance to participate in TAT road shows and consumer trade fairs, both domestic and overseas, at concessional rates. 

The awardees will be given priority to join TAT product survey trips for media and tour operators. Their names will be prominently featured on a list of Award winners on the TAT website: www.tourismthailand.org/tourismawards.

 

-- nnt 2016-09-01

[Plutojames88]

I think the tourism minister deserves the award.....her efforts to reassure people things have returned to normal after wide spread bombings and arson in several tourists areas ...with no culprits caught.

Her intuition that all will be normal and fine was to me moving .

 

[jamesbrock]

2 hours ago, webfact said:

“The Awards are designed to raise industry standards and recognize companies and individuals which may have contributed to advancing a positive image of the Thai travel and tourism sector..."

 

I wonder if they'll just follow the lead of the RTP and give the reward to themselves?

[petermik]

My nomination would go to all the ladyboys in  Pattaya as their daily (and nightly) activities ensure its never a dull place,also the Pattaya police for being so tolerant and understanding

[BigBadGeordie]

1 hour ago, jamesbrock said:

 

I wonder if they'll just follow the lead of the RTP and give the reward to themselves?

I hate to disagree with both you and PlutoJ but......

Neither Auntie Popcorn nor Uncle Too (or indeed any other menbers of the Junta or appointed  committees) have sought or would accept personal praise, recognition or reward for their selfless and tireless work in order to inprove Thailand.

They will get their rewards in the next life. I do hope that is the case, however, the dramatic increase in flea ridden, mange covered Soi dogs at that time could be a little disconcerting to many.

[elgordo38]

6 hours ago, Plutojames88 said:

I think the tourism minister deserves the award.....her efforts to reassure people things have returned to normal after wide spread bombings and arson in several tourists areas ...with no culprits caught.

Her intuition that all will be normal and fine was to me moving .

 

Yes moving for me to. Each time she talks she gives me Montezuma's revenge. Must be nervous colon syndrome. I have a tough time deciding who I like best Miss Kobakorn or the North Vietnam news lady. Both are good for a laugh. 

[Detectorist]

Worthless awards from a worthless organization. Fitting.

[Tiffer]

Burma!

[Tiffer]

Nominate Burma

[HiSoLowSoNoSo]

Nominate TAT's Pokemon Go idea

[Sphere]

My vote goes to....

 

Edited September 1, 2016 by Sphere

[In the jungle]

Popcorn for the win.

 

Her idea to electronically tag tourists was pure genius.

[PatOngo]

My vote in all categories to the minister of tourism herself for her noble foresightedness and innovation in taking local tourism beyond the stratosphere. Well done minister.

[kannot]

and the 11th Thai tourism award goes to...........................................drum rolll.......................................................Vietnam...............cymbals !!

[kannot]

8 hours ago, Plutojames88 said:

I think the tourism minister deserves the award.....her efforts to reassure people things have returned to normal after wide spread bombings and arson in several tourists areas ...with no culprits caught.

Her intuition that all will be normal and fine was to me moving .

 

your bowels no doubt?