The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) staged the Superb Thailand Out There occasion geared in direction of LGBTQIA+ travellers on Tuesday, eleventh February.
This launch is seen as a major milestone in TAT’s efforts to advertise Thailand as a premier LGBTQ+ journey vacation spot.
Marriott Thailand supported the initiative, highlighting the nation’s world-class hospitality, wealthy tradition, and unwavering dedication to inclusivity.
Arriving at a pivotal second following the enactment of Thailand’s Equal Marriage Act in January 2025, the occasion additional cemented Thailand’s status as a world chief in LGBTQ+ rights.
With the LGBTQ+ journey market projected to generate US$1.5 billion in spending by 2025 and Thailand ranked fifth globally in tourism affect, TAT strategically engaged this thriving sector.
Pushed by perception
TATA governor Thapanee Kiatphaibool emphasised the occasion’s significance, saying: “This initiative is formed by insights from the Superb Thailand LGBTQ+ Focus Group classes held late final 12 months in Phuket, Bangkok, and Koh Samui. These discussions helped us refine our methods to higher serve LGBTQ+ travellers whereas strengthening alternatives for Thai tourism companies.”
Marriott Worldwide vice-president for Thailand, Cambodia, and Myanmar Brad Edman shared his enthusiasm: “W Lodges proudly helps celebrating variety in thought, tradition and experiences, and amplifies conversations by giving marginalized voices a platform and shifting tradition ahead with vibrant celebrations of LGBTQIA+ rights, fairness and inclusivity. This vibrant celebration reaffirms W Lodges’ mission together with Marriott Worldwide’s long-standing dedication to the LGBTQ+ neighborhood by way of equitable office insurance policies and practices, a powerful dedication to inclusion and respect for all.”
The Thailand Out There: Superb Thailand LGBTQ+ Journey Commerce Meet 2025 linked worldwide consumers with 20 Thai tourism suppliers, fostering enterprise networking and trade insights.
The session additionally included a welcome handle by TAT and a presentation by Marriott Thailand.
Among the many attendees had been 18 journey brokers specialised within the LGBTQ+ phase from the USA, Canada, and Brazil, who launched into a week-long familiarisation journey throughout Thailand, with some extending their keep to discover additional.
