As part of the Tourism Authority of Thailand’s 2012 celebrity marketing strategy to further raise Thailand’s profile as an amazing holiday destination, on Saturday 17th March 2012 they presented a top award at one of London’s most glamorous events, the National Luxury & Lifestyle Awards held at Porchester Hall.
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“We were so excited to present the ‘Celebrity of the Year’ award at this star-studded event and we are delighted that Tamara Ecclestone won,” said Joanna Cooke, TAT’s Marketing & PR Manager.
In addition to her NLLA award, the TAT also presented Tamara with a luxury holiday for two to Thailand, winning a seven-night stay, with spa treatments, at the exclusive pool villa resort, Sri Panwa Phuket. Tamara will travel to Thailand later in 2012.
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“We have tied in two magazine deals to cover her holiday and promote Thailand,” added Joanna.
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Nominees in the Celebrity of the Year category included Tamara Ecclestone, Katie Price, Nancy Dell’Olio, ‘Binky’ Alexandra Felstead, Lucien Laviscount and Stacey Solomon.
Award Winners
Best Luxury Hotel: The Savoy
Best Luxury Airline: Cathay Pacific Airlines
Best Luxury Travel Destination: Monaco
Best Luxury Food & Beverage Brand: Biscuiteers
Best Luxury Real Estate & Property Company: Hudsons Property
Best Luxury Private Jet Service: Avolus
Best Luxury PR Company: Quintessentially Communications
Best Luxury Restaurant: Thai Square
Best Luxury Electronic Gadget: Beats by Dre
Best Luxury Spirit & Liquor: Courvoisier
Best Health & Vitamin Supplement Brand: Vitabiotics
Best Luxury Cosmetics Brand: Estée Lauder
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