DINOSAUR Planet will soon be added to Bangkok’s roster of theme park attractions, giving agents there more entertainment options in the city known chiefly for its shopping and dining scene.
Yves Van Kerrebroeck, deputy managing director at Asian Trails Thailand, said: “This will be largely aimed at domestic visitors and visitors from the Asia-Pacific region, with undoubtedly a large number of Chinese visitors as well.
“However, such an attraction would appeal to families travelling with children from all over the world,” he said of Dinosaur Planet’s potential market.
Located at EmSphere mall in the Em shopping district on Sukhumvit road, the 12,000m2park comprises eight dinosaur-themed zones featuring attractions such as a light and sound show, a 50m high ferris wheel with panoramic views of the city and a 4D virtual reality simulator, among many others.
Tour companies said the park’s educational and entertainment offerings would be able to complement their existing products.
“We could include this attraction in one of our Family Trails packages, where we look to provide fun, educational and sustainable experiences for families with children,” added Van Kerrebroeck.
Simone Persano, product manager of Diethelm Travel Thailand, concurs, saying the theme park “would be a good addition to programmes for families”, while adding that the domestic market will benefit most.
Adult tickets for entry into the theme park cost 600 baht (US$17) while child tickets cost 400 baht. Children below 90cm in height can enter free.
