ASEAN Tourism
Forum (ATF) is the most significant annual tourism promotional event in Asia,
hosted on a rotational basis among the member countries of ASEAN. Thailand is
honored be the host for ATF 2008, which will be our 5th time since its establishment.
The Kingdom of Thailand, one of the worldûs
most vibrantand fascinating tourism destinations, has captivated travellers and
businesspeople from around the world. A rich cultural tradition, a wealth of natural
beauty and wildlife,geographical and cultural diversity add to its allure.
Thailand
is geographically well positioned and acts as a hub for the ASEAN region. Bangkok,the
capital, has served as a trading centre for several centuries, and today still
remains an important port of call for the international community. Well served
by an efficient network of local, regional and international transportation links,
Bangkok is within easy access of the major economies of the region. Over 80 airlines
worldwide fly into the Kingdom's international airports.
The
ASEAN region consists of many developing nations in which the transfer of modern
technology and know-how is deemed critical to socio-economic development. Asia
is the marketplace and Thailand is its dynamic heart. With the emergence of new
state-of-the-art convention and exhibition venues, complete with technologically
advanced facilities, there has been a significant increase in the number of major
world-class events being held in the kingdom. This has also been a result of the
development of a well-integrated service infrastructure together with an increasing
level of industry expertise and professionalism.
The
world's leading names in the hospitality business are well represented in Thailand.
International and local hotel chains and resort properties offer outstanding accommodation
with service of the highest international standards. This is made even more impressive
with the distinctively Thai tradition of hospitality and service delivered courteously,
with grace and charm.
There is also much
to see and do with a myriad of natural and cultural treasures waiting to be discovered.Thailand
offers tremendous diversity and choice in pre and post itineraries. This provides
the added attraction and incentive leading to increased response rates for participation
that creates an additional dimension and enables delegates to enjoy a culturally
enriching experience. In being the host of the ASEAN Tourism Forum (ATF) 2008,
participants will have the total commitment and support of the people of Kingdom
of Thailand in the organization of this prestigious Forum in which we look forward
to making the ATF 2008 a most successful event.
The
world's leading names in the hospitality business are well represented in Thailand.
International and local hotel chains and resort properties offer outstanding accommodation
with service of the highest international standards. This is made even more impressive
with the distinctively Thai tradition of hospitality and service delivered courteously,
with grace
