Thai Airways offers Thai Traditional Massage at lounges in Bangkok

Thai Airways International is to launch "Thai Touch, Thai traditional Massage", which will introduce a Thai traditional massage service to its Royal First Class and Royal Executive Class passengers at the Royal Orchid Lounges located at the Departure hall of Bangkok International Airport during 26 April - 26 July 2004.

Mr. Kanok Abhiradee, THAI's President, said that the new service is intended to give both Thai and foreign travellers a unique Thai massage experience while relaxing in THAI's lounge prior to boarding their flights. Fifteen professional masseuse will be on hand to provide a basic massage service from 06.00 - 24.00 hours daily, with each session lasting 20 minutes per passenger after which Thai hebal drinks will be served.

Thai massage has become increasingly popular because of its both mental and physical health benefits and this service is expected to attract a lot of interest among the Thai's passengers.

The airline said the possibility of eventually providing an inflight traditional massage service is being considered.