Singapore Tourism Board Launches Travel Privileges Exclusive for Thai Visa Cardholders
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Thai travelers to Singapore will benefit from exclusive offers, courtesy of Visa and the Singapore Tourism Board, throughout 2016. With a variety of attractions, Singapore offers something for every family member. This campaign, a collaboration between Visa and the Singapore Tourism Board (STB), includes exclusive offers from airlines, hotels, and attractions, aiming to augment the unique experiences for Thai visitors in the vibrant island city.
Participating partners include Singapore Airlines, Scoot, Resorts World Sentosa (RWS), Sentosa Leisure Management, Gardens by the Bay, Asiatravel.com, ION Orchard, Mount Faber Leisure Group, Wildlife Reserves Singapore and many more.
“For Thais, Singapore is a destination that is easy to plan and travel, offering a mixture of cultures, and great experiences for leisure and business travelers alike. Hence, Thailand is one of our key markets. Over half a million Thais visited Singapore last year spending an average of THB 30,000 per trip. They stayed for around 4 days each time,” said, Edward Koh, Executive Director, Southeast Asia, Singapore Tourism Board.
The island country is full of events and festivals year round, as well as packed with concerts and exciting entertainment options. Families can enjoy world-renown attractions such as Singapore Zoo, River Safari, Universal Studios Singapore and S.E.A Aquarium. It is also regarded as a shopper’s paradise with options aplenty for all budgets.
“Over half a million Thais visited Singapore last year spending an average of THB 30,000 per trip.”
“Singapore has so many fun activities for both business and leisure travelers – people of all ages and backgrounds. Even though you might be frequent travelers to Singapore, there will always be some new activities and experiences that are worth exploring. Under the partnership, VISA and Singapore Tourism Board want Thais to have memorable treasured moments in Singapore,” said Ms. Sherleen Seah, Area Director, Thailand & Myanmar, Singapore Tourism Board.
“As the preferred card for Thai travelers Visa is delighted to work with Singapore Tourism Board and our merchant partners in the city-state to offer special privileges and discounts exclusively to Visa cardholders. Singapore is a family-friendly destination. Our offers add crucial values for everyone on all touchpoints during travel from purchasing air tickets to booking accommodation and all the way to shopping and dining,” said Suripong Tantiyanon, Visa Country Manager, Thailand.
Key highlight for the promotion is the lucky draw. Thai visitors to Singapore who spend more than THB 30,000 during a calendar month between July and September will have the chance to win a premium travel package worth THB 250,000 for that month. A total of 3 premium travel packages will be given away. Key events in Singapore during this time include the Great Singapore Sale between June 3 and August 14, the Singapore Night Festival on the last two weekends in August, and the Singapore Formula 1 Grand Prix on September 16 – 18.
Questions & Answers
Q.Which specific attractions are named as family-friendly destinations in Singapore?
Which specific attractions are named as family-friendly destinations in Singapore?
Families can enjoy attractions like Singapore Zoo, River Safari, Universal Studios Singapore and S.E.A Aquarium, among others. These are highlighted as world-renowned options within the island country.
Q.What is the typical expenditure and length of stay for Thai visitors to Singapore?
What is the typical expenditure and length of stay for Thai visitors to Singapore?
Thai visitors spent an average of THB 30,000 per trip last year. They typically stayed for around 4 days each time they visited Singapore.
Q.What is the key promotion for Thai Visa cardholders spending in Singapore?
What is the key promotion for Thai Visa cardholders spending in Singapore?
Thai visitors spending over THB 30,000 in a calendar month between July and September can enter a lucky draw. Three premium travel packages, each worth THB 250,000, will be given away.
Q.Which major events are scheduled in Singapore during the promotion period?
Which major events are scheduled in Singapore during the promotion period?
Key events include the Great Singapore Sale from June 3 to August 14, the Singapore Night Festival on the last two weekends in August, and the Singapore Formula 1 Grand Prix from September 16-18.