Shreya Shimpi
The Vietjet Thailand Fam Trip organised by Vietjet was held from April 16 – 20, 2025. Vietjet has expanded its footprint in India with the recently launched Mumbai Bangkok (Suvarnabhumi Airport) flight. This inaugural service underscores Vietjet’s commitment in strengthening the air connectivity between the two countries. It offers travellers a chance to explore Bangkok and other places in Thailand along with fostering cultural exchange and business opportunities between India and Thailand
The flight VZ761 between Mumbai and Bangkok (Suvarnabhumi) operates as a daily flight which departs Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM) at 00:45 hrs and arrives in Bangkok (Suvarnabhumi: BKK) at 06:40 hrs. The return flight VZ760 departs from Bangkok (Suvarnabhumi) at 21:05 hrs and arrives in Mumbai at 23:50 hrs (all in local time).
The Mumbai-Bangkok flight service was launched on December 23, 2024. The flight VZ761 has 180 seats categorised into two classes-Sky boss (premium economy) and economy. The facilities on board include Inflight meals. There is no inflight entertainment.
Day 1: Wildlife and a Luxurious Stay
Upon arrival at the Bangkok (Suwarnabhumi Airport) in the early hours of the morning, we set off to explore the Khao Kheow Open Zoo. Everyone enjoyed a safari ride at the zoo, where we could see the hippopotamus, tigers, flamingos, giraffes, ostriches etc. The highlight was the aquatic section where the members had fun seeing the penguins and vibrantly coloured fishes.
Lunch was hosted at the Tiger Topia where we could see tigers through glass enclosures enjoying an afternoon siesta. The overnight stay in Bangkok was arranged at the Courtyard by Marriott Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport. It is a luxurious property with 454 hotel rooms and 14 suites within close proximity to the airport making it a great pick for luxury and MICE.
Day 2: Gastronomy and Entertainment
We took the Bangkok-Phuket Vietjet flight (1.5 hrs) and from the airport we went to a picturesque ocean-view restaurant for lunch located in the middle of the ocean, where we indulged in local seafood delicacies. This was followed by a stroll in the old town of Phuket. The evening concluded with an entertainment show at the Simon Cabaret and a delicious Indian dinner at the Tandoori Flames restaurant. We stayed at the trendy Cassia Phuket, a Lifestyle Apartment Hotel which is a haven for travellers seeking a combination of style and comfort.
Day 3: Mesmerising Beaches and Idyllic Landscapes
We took an exhilarating 90-minute speed boat ride to the world famous ‘Maya Bay’ located on the Phi Phi Island which greeted us with pristine emerald waters, white sand and a unique breathtaking landscape of dramatic limestone cliffs. The surrounding coral reefs are a paradise for beach lovers where the participants enjoyed snorkelling. We then made a quick stop at the Pileh Lagoon, Viking Cave and the Monkey Beach, all exotic spots with a natural splendour and charm. The day concluded with a visit to the local souvenir shops where we shopped for Thai keepsakes, spices, dried fruits, coffees etc.
Day 4: Retail Therapy and Sea Life
We arrived in Bangkok and reached the luxurious Siam Paragon Mall, the city’s premier shopping and lifestyle destination, which is home to high-street luxury brands, mainstream boutiques, plethora of dining options, multiplex and a bowling alley. Adding to the list of attractions is the unmissable ‘Sea Life Bangkok Ocean World’ which is the largest aquarium in Southeast Aisa. It is an underwater paradise in the heart of Bangkok featuring ocean tunnels, aquarium zones, feeding shows and a lot of exciting activities. The icing on the cake was that each of the twenty participants were given a 5000 Thai Baht gift card from the Siam Paragon Mall where they could buy goods worth that price across select outlets. This surprise was the perfect ending to the trip as the participants shopped till they dropped at outlets such as Sephora, Adidas, JBL, H&M etc.
The Vietjet Thailand Fam trip was indeed a memorable one offering the participants a fabulous in-flight experience and curated itinerary of amazing gastronomical experiences, adventure activities and retail therapy across Bangkok and Phuket!
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