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The initiative is perfectly timed to support the Thailand government's efforts to revive the tourism industry after last year's closure of Bangkok's international airport.

 Richard Vaughan, Emirates' Senior Vice President, Commercial Operations, East Asia and Australasia noted "Thailand is pulling out all the stops to revitalise inbound tourism. Its travel and tourism industry fully intends to get back to business with excellent deals, publicity campaigns, and marketing support to trade partners. Emirates will join forces with the government to put the country back on the list of leading Asian destinations for international tourism.

 "The introduction of the A380 on the Dubai-Bangkok-Dubai route will boost available capacity by 30 % and contribute to increasing tourist arrivals from Dubai and the larger Middle East - already an attractive inbound market for Thailand with steady year-on-year growth."

 The new Emirates service represents the aviation world's first A380 operation to Bangkok and promises to usher in a whole new, luxury air travel experience to/from the Kingdom.

The existing EK 372/373 daily service will be operated by Emirates' A380. EK 372 departs Dubai at 09:40 hours, arriving in Bangkok at 19:00 hours. It turns around as EK 373 departing Bangkok at 21:25 hours and arriving in Dubai at 00:30 hours the following morning.

Thailand's latest announcement to withdraw fees for tourist visa applications up to June 4 2009 will be welcomed by Middle East and other international visitors, he said.

United Kingdom is a key inbound market for Thailand and Emirates' A380 network also includes London Heathrow. The airline's new Bangkok service will facilitate a seamless A380 experience for UK tourists travelling to/from Thailand.

Emirates A380's ground-breaking in-flight product includes onboard shower spas in the First Class cabin featuring signature products by the airline's premium spa brand, Timeless Spa. The onboard lounge for First and Business class customers mirrors the ambience of an executive club and includes a bar with a wide range of beverages and canapés.

The flat-bed massage-equipped private suites in First Class