The Village, Coconut Island, Thailand, recently organized a familiarization (FAM) trip for travel agents from Mumbai and Delhi, in association with GoAir, to create an in-depth understanding about the hospitality brand’s offerings and establish relations with the Indian travel trade. Representatives from leading travel companies including Thomas Cook, MakeMyTrip, Travel Boutique Online, Travel Triangle, Goibibo, Yatra.com, Kesari Tours were a part of the familiarization.
Commenting on this initiative, Jintana Ngorsurachet (Yok), Assistant Director of Sales, The Village, Coconut Island, said, “We are seeing a steady increase in Indian tourist arrivals to the island resort. A major part of the credit can be attributed to our Indian travel trade partners for understanding the uniqueness of Coconut Island and the resort and promoting the same to the travellers. We will continue to educate and support them through initiatives like FAM trips, trainings and roadshows.”
During their stay at The Village, Coconut Island, the agents explored select offerings of luxurious stays, world-class cuisine, MICE facilities and wellness therapies. To enhance their experience, The Village, Coconut Island also showcased multiple activities such as cycling, kayaking, lawn tennis and water activities.
Ankush Nijhawan, Managing Director-Nijhawan Group, said, “The tour operators and travel agents who participated in the FAM trip loved the resort and are confident about its potential to become a sought-after family, honeymoon, wedding, MICE and wellness holiday resort for the Indians. They are impressed with the resort’s diverse offerings, luxurious accommodation options, wellness packages, adrenaline pumping activities, savoring cuisine apt for the Indian travellers and warm hospitality. The Coconut Island has an excellent connectivity from the Phuket mainland and is an unbelievable destination with visa on arrival and direct flights from Mumbai and Delhi.”
