Bangkok (Thailand) – September 30, 2015 (travelindex.com) – The Thai tourism industry welcomed its 22 millionth visitor this year. The celebrations are part of a campaign to welcome each millionth visitor to Thailand. An elaborate traditional reception was prepared by the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), Thai Airways International Public Co., Ltd., the Immigration Bureau, Airports of Thailand Public Co., Ltd., and True Corporation Public Co., Ltd.

Thailand’s 22 millionth “happiest visitor” is Mrs. Jin Haiyu from Beijing, People’s Republic of China, who arrived today at Suvarnabhumi Airport on China Southern Airlines flight CZ6083 from Shenzhen.

Ms. Jin was pleasantly surprised when she received two economy class return tickets from her departure airport back to Thailand, valid for one year, as well as a voucher for first-class accommodation for five nights from Thai Airways International Public Co., Ltd.

In addition, she received a mobile phone with a 3G SIM card and seven days of internet access for the trip from True Corporation Public Co., Ltd.

The activity serves to support the umbrella campaign “2015 Discover Thainess”, which aims to highlight the endless charm of Thailand, the diversity of travel destinations, the variety of flavors in Thai cuisine, the fascinating uniqueness of its traditions and culture, and the friendliness of its people.

Mr. Yuthasak Supasorn, Governor of the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), said: “On behalf of the Thai travel and tourism industry, we would like to thank all international tourists who visit Thailand and express our gratitude for their contribution with this award. Rewarding the millionth visitor is just a small gesture to express our gratitude and show the world that we value all our guests.”

We would be delighted if you would recommend Thailand to your friends, family, relatives, and colleagues. Thailand is and remains a wonderfully diverse travel destination with stunning beaches, excellent cuisine, wellness facilities, first-class hotels, breathtaking nature, a wide range of sporting activities, and warm hospitality. We warmly welcome every guest, whether first-time or returning, and will help you realize your dream vacation in Thailand.

Caption: Mr. Yuthasak Sapasorn, Governor of the TAT (fourth from left), together with Mr. Sugree Sithivanich, Deputy Governor of the TAT for Marketing Communications (sixth from right), Ms. Pornkamol Amnucksoradeja, Head of Special Services Department of Thai Airways International (seventh from right), Mr. Piroon Paireepairit, Director of Government Affairs at True Corporation (third from right), Ms. Chadanisa Chumnanvej, Senior Specialist 10 at Thailand Airport and Acting Vice President of Customer Service Department at Suvarnabhumi Airport (fourth from right), and Police Colonel Prayut Chommalee, Deputy Commander of Immigration Division 2 (fifth from right) during the ceremony to welcome Ms. Jin Haiyu (center, sixth from left), Thailand's 22 millionth visitor in 2015.

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