# Explera DMC Thailand > Explera is a TAT-licensed B2B destination management company (DMC) operating across all of Thailand. We serve travel agencies, tour operators, MICE planners, event agencies and corporate buyers worldwide with net rates, an in-house vehicle fleet, licensed guides, 24/7 ground operations and a multilingual trade desk. TAT licence 00/00000 · IATA 96215733 · DBD registration 0115553008378. **Full version:** an extended file with answer-first summaries for every service, complete destination coverage and recent blog posts is at [llms-full.txt](https://www.explera.co.th/llms-full.txt). ## About Explera Explera DMC Thailand is a full-service ground operator — the company that travel agents and tour operators book *through*, not the end customer. We handle the in-destination logistics: transfers, hotels, guides, activities, MICE production, yacht charters, and restaurant events. We do not sell direct to consumers. Our clients are trade professionals who need a reliable, TAT-licensed local partner with own-fleet capacity, consolidated net rates, and on-the-ground staff who speak the language. **Key facts:** - Registered entities in Thailand (ground operations), Hong Kong, and India. - TAT licence 00/00000 (Tourism Authority of Thailand certified operator). - IATA accreditation 96215733. - DBD company registration 0115553008378 (Thai Department of Business Development). - Serves travel agents in 108+ countries through the B2B trade desk. - 340+ agency partners trust Explera with their clients on the ground. - Languages spoken by operations team: Thai, English, Hindi, Arabic, Mandarin, Japanese, Russian, Portuguese, German. - 24/7 emergency hotline for all live groups and FIT travellers. **Contact:** - Trade desk: b2b@explera.co.th - B2B portal: https://b2b.expleradmc.com - Phone: available via contact page - Address: Bangkok, Thailand (head office) --- ## Services Explera's service portfolio covers the full breadth of Thailand ground operations for B2B clients. - [MICE & Incentives](https://www.explera.co.th/services/thailand-mice-dmc-services/): End-to-end event production in Thailand — incentive travel, corporate conferences, product launches, teambuilding, gala dinners, and award ceremonies. Own AV partnerships, venue sourcing, F&B, transport, branded experiences. Net rates available to qualified agency clients. - [Destination Weddings](https://www.explera.co.th/services/destination-weddings-in-thailand/): Premium wedding planning for international couples marrying in Thailand. Venue coordination, catering, floral, photographer liaisons, Thai blessing ceremonies, honeymoon extensions. Works with overseas wedding planners and travel agents. - [Film & TV Production Support](https://www.explera.co.th/services/film-production-thailand/): Location scouting, filming permits (TAT and local authority), fixers, crew logistics, equipment transport, travel and accommodation for production teams across Thailand. - [Tours & Activities](https://www.explera.co.th/services/tours-activities-in-thailand/): Private and SIC day tours, temple visits, culinary experiences, cultural immersion, elephant sanctuaries, cooking classes, tuk-tuk tours, and bespoke itineraries. Licensed English-, Mandarin-, German-, Russian-, Japanese-, Arabic- and Hindi-speaking guides. - [Yacht & Catamaran Charters](https://www.explera.co.th/services/yacht-and-catamaran-charters-in-thailand/): Luxury private yacht and catamaran charters departing from Phuket, Krabi, and Koh Samui. Day trips, overnight island-hopping, and extended liveaboard programs. Own-vessel capacity. - [Villa Rentals](https://www.explera.co.th/services/villa-rentals-in-thailand/): Curated portfolio of luxury private villas across Phuket, Koh Samui, Koh Lanta, and Hua Hin. Staffed villas, villa + tour packages, and honeymoon villa programs for travel agents. - [Transportation & Transfers](https://www.explera.co.th/services/transportation-in-thailand/): In-house fleet of sedans, minivans, coaches, and VIP vehicles. Airport transfers, hotel shuttles, intercity road transfers, and full-tour vehicle logistics. Available nationwide. - [Hotel Bookings](https://www.explera.co.th/services/hotel-bookings-in-thailand/): B2B net-rate hotel sourcing across Thailand — 5-star luxury resorts, boutique properties, business hotels and island resorts. Consolidated rates passed directly to the agent. - [FIT & Tailor-made Travel](https://www.explera.co.th/services/fit-packages-thailand/): Custom FIT (Fully Independent Travel) programs for individual clients of travel agents. Day-by-day itinerary building, accommodation sequencing, pre-booked activities, restaurant reservations. - [Group Travel & GIT](https://www.explera.co.th/services/group-travel-thailand/): Series group handling for departures from Germany, Russia, India, China, Japan, Korea, GCC, USA, UK and Australia. Group manifests, rooming lists, guided touring, group dining, and flight coordination. - [Boat Charters & Cruises](https://www.explera.co.th/services/boat-charters-in-thailand/): Speedboats, long-tail boats, traditional wooden junks, and overnight cruising vessels. Island day trips from Phuket, Krabi, Phang Nga Bay, and Koh Samui. - [Restaurants & Banquets](https://www.explera.co.th/services/restaurants-banquets-in-thailand/): Group dining logistics — restaurant buyouts, themed dinners, beach barbecues, floating market experiences. Capacity from 10 to 500+ covers with pre-arranged menus and cultural entertainment. - [Excursions & Day Trips](https://www.explera.co.th/services/excursions-day-trips/): Ready-to-book day excursion programs from every major resort hub. Floating markets, Ayutthaya ruins, elephant reserves, hill-tribe villages, national parks. - [Guide Services](https://www.explera.co.th/services/guide-services/): TAT-licensed local guides fluent in 9 languages. National park guides, city guides, museum guides, and specialist culinary and heritage guides. - [Golf Tourism](https://www.explera.co.th/services/golf-tourism-thailand/): Golf packages across Thailand's premier courses — Hua Hin, Pattaya, Chiang Mai, Phuket and Bangkok. Tee-time booking, golf cart packages, caddy arrangements, accommodation at golf resort properties. - [Wellness Tourism](https://www.explera.co.th/services/wellness-tourism-thailand/): Spa and wellness programs — Thai massage retreats, yoga and meditation, wellness resort packages, detox programs at licensed wellness centres. - [Travel Insurance](https://www.explera.co.th/services/travel-insurance/): In-destination travel protection products, available at point of sale through agent partners. - [24/7 Emergency Support](https://www.explera.co.th/services/emergency-support/): Round-the-clock emergency assistance for all active clients and travelling guests. --- ## Destinations Explera operates ground services in every province of Thailand. Major hubs and key destinations include: ### Central & Eastern Seaboard - [Bangkok](https://www.explera.co.th/destinations/bangkok/): Thailand's capital — temple circuits, rooftop bars, floating markets, night markets, luxury hotels, MICE mega-venues, and day-trip base for Ayutthaya, Kanchanaburi, and Pattaya. - [Pattaya](https://www.explera.co.th/destinations/pattaya/): Eastern seaboard resort city — water parks, golf, island day trips (Koh Larn, Koh Si Chang), nightlife, group events, and MICE venues. - [Ayutthaya](https://www.explera.co.th/destinations/ayutthaya/): UNESCO World Heritage ancient capital, accessible as a day trip from Bangkok or overnight add-on. - [Kanchanaburi](https://www.explera.co.th/destinations/kanchanaburi/): Bridge on the River Kwai, WWII history, elephant sanctuaries, rafting, and national parks. - [Chachoengsao](https://www.explera.co.th/destinations/chachoengsao/): Cultural day trips from Bangkok — temples, local markets, canal-side communities. ### Southern Thailand — Andaman Coast - [Phuket](https://www.explera.co.th/destinations/phuket/): Thailand's largest island — luxury resorts, yacht charters, Phang Nga Bay island-hopping, Phi Phi day trips, private beach clubs, destination weddings, MICE venues. Best: November–April. - [Krabi](https://www.explera.co.th/destinations/krabi/): Andaman limestone karst province — Railay Beach, rock climbing, island-hopping to Koh Lanta and Phi Phi, four-island tours. Best: November–April. - [Koh Phi Phi](https://www.explera.co.th/destinations/koh-phi-phi/): Iconic twin-island chain accessed from Phuket or Krabi — snorkelling, cliff jumping, beach bars, speedboat day trips. - [Koh Lanta](https://www.explera.co.th/destinations/koh-lanta/): Quieter island south of Krabi — long beaches, boutique resorts, snorkelling, cycling. Good for FIT and couples. - [Khao Lak](https://www.explera.co.th/destinations/khao-lak/): National park beach town north of Phuket — Similan Islands access (best diving in Thailand), family resorts, low-key atmosphere. - [Phang Nga](https://www.explera.co.th/destinations/phang-nga/): Phang Nga Bay — James Bond Island, sea kayaking, mangrove tours, stilted Muslim fishing villages. - [Trang](https://www.explera.co.th/destinations/trang/): Off-the-beaten-path Andaman province — pristine islands (Koh Muk, Koh Ngai), local markets, cave tunnels, low tourist density. ### Southern Thailand — Gulf Coast - [Koh Samui](https://www.explera.co.th/destinations/koh-samui/): Gulf island with international airport — luxury beach resorts, honeymoon destination, island-hopping, wellness retreats. Best May–September (when Andaman is rainy). - [Koh Phangan](https://www.explera.co.th/destinations/koh-phangan/): Neighbouring island — Full Moon Party circuit, yoga retreats, quieter northern beaches, wellness programs. - [Koh Tao](https://www.explera.co.th/destinations/koh-tao/): Thailand's premier dive training island — PADI courses, spectacular coral reefs, small-ship dive liveaboards. - [Koh Chang](https://www.explera.co.th/destinations/koh-chang/): Large island near Cambodia border — jungle trekking, waterfalls, mangrove kayaking, laid-back beaches. Easy from Bangkok. - [Hua Hin](https://www.explera.co.th/destinations/hua-hin/): Royal resort town — golf, spa, family beach, night markets, artisan weekend markets. Short drive from Bangkok. - [Surat Thani](https://www.explera.co.th/destinations/surat-thani/): Gateway to Koh Samui and Koh Phangan. Southern city with local Chaiya temple circuit. - [Songkhla](https://www.explera.co.th/destinations/songkhla/): Southern Thailand near Malaysian border — Hat Yai shopping, local seafood, twin-lake waterway. ### Northern Thailand - [Chiang Mai](https://www.explera.co.th/destinations/chiang-mai/): Northern cultural capital — temple circuit (Doi Suthep, Wat Chedi Luang), night bazaar, cooking classes, elephant day programs, Yi Peng lantern festival, hill-tribe trekking. Best: November–February. - [Chiang Rai](https://www.explera.co.th/destinations/chiang-rai/): White Temple (Wat Rong Khun), Blue Temple, Golden Triangle, hill-tribe villages. Day trip from Chiang Mai or standalone add-on. - [Pai](https://www.explera.co.th/destinations/pai/): Bohemian mountain valley — hot springs, waterfalls, organic cafés, canyon views. Slow-travel add-on to Chiang Mai. - [Lampang](https://www.explera.co.th/destinations/lampang/): Northern city famed for horse-drawn carriages, Burmese-style temples, OTOP handicrafts. - [Nan](https://www.explera.co.th/destinations/nan/): Remote northern province — forested mountains, Mekong scenery, Tai Lue textiles, low tourist density. - [Mae Hong Son](https://www.explera.co.th/destinations/mae-hong-son/): Misty border town with Myanmar — morning mist over Chong Kham lake, Padaung long-neck villages, Mae Hong Son loop road trip. - [Loei](https://www.explera.co.th/destinations/loei/): Northeastern mountains meeting the north — Phu Kradueng plateau, cool-season wildflowers, Phi Ta Khon ghost festival. ### Northeastern Thailand (Isan) - [Khon Kaen](https://www.explera.co.th/destinations/khon-kaen/): Isan gateway city — silk weaving, dinosaur museum, Kaen Nakhon lake, MICE for regional events. - [Udon Thani](https://www.explera.co.th/destinations/udon-thani/): Red Lotus Lake, Ban Chiang prehistoric UNESCO site, close to Laos border crossing. - [Ubon Ratchathani](https://www.explera.co.th/destinations/ubon-ratchathani/): Candle Festival city, Mekong scenery, Sam Phan Bok (Thailand's Grand Canyon), Buddhist temple circuit. - [Nakhon Ratchasima (Korat)](https://www.explera.co.th/destinations/nakhon-ratchasima/): Gateway to Isan — Khao Yai National Park (UNESCO), Phimai Khmer ruins, Jim Thompson silk farm outlet. - [Nong Khai](https://www.explera.co.th/destinations/nong-khai/): Mekong riverside town opposite Vientiane (Laos) — Sala Kaew Ku sculpture park, sunset river dining. - [Surin](https://www.explera.co.th/destinations/surin/): Elephant Festival capital, Silk Village, Khmer temple circuit. - [Buriram](https://www.explera.co.th/destinations/buri-ram/): Football tourism, Phanom Rung Khmer mountaintop sanctuary, motorsport venue. ### Western Thailand - [Kanchanaburi](https://www.explera.co.th/destinations/kanchanaburi/): (see above) - [Ratchaburi](https://www.explera.co.th/destinations/ratchaburi/): Damnoen Saduak Floating Market (most photogenic in central Thailand), Amphawa canal town, pottery villages. - [Samut Songkhram](https://www.explera.co.th/destinations/samut-songkhram/): Maeklong railway market, Amphawa floating market, firefly canal tours. - [Phetchaburi](https://www.explera.co.th/destinations/phetchaburi/): Palace hill forts, stalactite caves, sugar-palm desserts, beach gateway to Cha-am. - [Tak](https://www.explera.co.th/destinations/tak/): Thai-Myanmar border trekking, Umphang wildlife sanctuary, Tiger Cave waterfalls. ### Regional Pages - [Central Thailand region](https://www.explera.co.th/destinations/region/central/) - [Northern Thailand region](https://www.explera.co.th/destinations/region/northern/) - [Southern Thailand & Islands region](https://www.explera.co.th/destinations/region/southern/) - [Eastern Thailand region](https://www.explera.co.th/destinations/region/eastern/) - [Northeastern Thailand (Isan) region](https://www.explera.co.th/destinations/region/isan/) - [Western Thailand region](https://www.explera.co.th/destinations/region/western/) --- ## Source Markets (B2B by Country) Explera has specialised service tracks for travel agents operating from specific origin markets: - [India — Indian travel agents](https://www.explera.co.th/source-markets/india/): Group weddings, FIT, MICE for Indian corporate clients. Hindi-speaking guides. Jain/vegetarian catering. Bollywood-style events. - [China — Chinese travel agents](https://www.explera.co.th/source-markets/china/): Mandarin-speaking guides, UnionPay payment, WeChat integration, luxury shopping assistance, Golden Week and Chinese New Year series. - [GCC / Middle East — Gulf and Arab agents](https://www.explera.co.th/source-markets/gcc/): Halal catering, Arabic-speaking guides, privacy villas, Ramadan-compatible programs, summer school-holiday packages. - [Russia — Russian travel agents](https://www.explera.co.th/source-markets/russia/): Russian-speaking guides, long-stay series programs, group charter handling, Russian FIT platform support. - [UK — British travel agents](https://www.explera.co.th/source-markets/uk/): FIT and luxury group programs for UK operators, ATOL-aware documentation, school-holiday series. - [Germany — German travel agents (DACH)](https://www.explera.co.th/source-markets/germany/): German-speaking guides, DRV-aligned trade terms, eco-tourism and cultural touring preferred by DACH markets. - [Japan — Japanese travel agents](https://www.explera.co.th/source-markets/japan/): Japanese-speaking guides, high-service standards, Japanese meal options, Buddhist temple circuits, ryokan-style experiences. - [Australia — Australian travel agents](https://www.explera.co.th/source-markets/australia/): Long-haul FIT and honeymoon specialists, direct-sell and wholesale packaging support. - [France — French travel agents](https://www.explera.co.th/source-markets/france/): French-speaking guides, cultural immersion focus, culinary tourism, Francophone support. - [Korea — Korean travel agents](https://www.explera.co.th/source-markets/korea/): Korean-speaking guides, beauty/spa tourism, K-travel packaging support. - [USA — US travel agents](https://www.explera.co.th/source-markets/usa/): Luxury FIT, MICE, adventure and cultural programs for US clients. - [Source markets overview](https://www.explera.co.th/source-markets/): Full list of all 108+ origin markets served. - **Priority source markets** (top Thailand visitor origins; dedicated agent pages): [Malaysia](https://www.explera.co.th/thailand-dmc-in-malaysia/), [China](https://www.explera.co.th/thailand-dmc-in-china/), [India](https://www.explera.co.th/thailand-dmc-in-india/), [Russia](https://www.explera.co.th/thailand-dmc-in-russia/), [South Korea](https://www.explera.co.th/thailand-dmc-in-south-korea/), [Japan](https://www.explera.co.th/thailand-dmc-in-japan/), [United Kingdom](https://www.explera.co.th/thailand-dmc-in-united-kingdom/), [United States](https://www.explera.co.th/thailand-dmc-in-united-states/), [Taiwan](https://www.explera.co.th/thailand-dmc-in-taiwan/), [Singapore](https://www.explera.co.th/thailand-dmc-in-singapore/), [Germany](https://www.explera.co.th/thailand-dmc-in-germany/), [Laos](https://www.explera.co.th/thailand-dmc-in-laos/), [France](https://www.explera.co.th/thailand-dmc-in-france/), [Australia](https://www.explera.co.th/thailand-dmc-in-australia/), [Indonesia](https://www.explera.co.th/thailand-dmc-in-indonesia/), [Philippines](https://www.explera.co.th/thailand-dmc-in-philippines/), [Myanmar](https://www.explera.co.th/thailand-dmc-in-myanmar/), [Vietnam](https://www.explera.co.th/thailand-dmc-in-vietnam/), [Hong Kong](https://www.explera.co.th/thailand-dmc-in-hong-kong/), [Israel](https://www.explera.co.th/thailand-dmc-in-israel/), [United Arab Emirates](https://www.explera.co.th/thailand-dmc-in-united-arab-emirates/), [Iran](https://www.explera.co.th/thailand-dmc-in-iran/), [Mexico](https://www.explera.co.th/thailand-dmc-in-mexico/), [Colombia](https://www.explera.co.th/thailand-dmc-in-colombia/), [Iraq](https://www.explera.co.th/thailand-dmc-in-iraq/), plus individual pages for African markets ([South Africa](https://www.explera.co.th/thailand-dmc-in-south-africa/), [Nigeria](https://www.explera.co.th/thailand-dmc-in-nigeria/), [Egypt](https://www.explera.co.th/thailand-dmc-in-egypt/), [Kenya](https://www.explera.co.th/thailand-dmc-in-kenya/) and more). --- ## B2B Essentials - [How to book with Explera (contact the trade desk)](https://www.explera.co.th/contact-us/): Send a brief (destination, dates, group size, budget range) to b2b@explera.co.th or complete the contact form. Quotes within 24 hours for standard programs. - [Payment options](https://www.explera.co.th/payment/): Wire transfer (USD, EUR, GBP, THB, INR, CNY, AED), debit/credit card, SWIFT, and net-30/net-45 credit terms for accredited agency partners. 100% refund policy on cancellations within stated terms. - [Content creators & FAM trips](https://www.explera.co.th/creators/): Explera supports travel content creators, influencers, travel journalists, and FAM trip organizers with hosted media programs in Thailand. - [B2B portal login](https://b2b.expleradmc.com): Online booking portal for accredited agency partners — itinerary builder, net-rate database, instant availability on transfers and day tours. - [Thailand itineraries for travel agents](https://www.explera.co.th/thailand-itineraries/): Eleven field-tested sample programs — first-timer, islands, northern culture, family, honeymoon, golf, wellness, FIT, group series, MICE incentive, beyond-the-icons — with day-by-day outlines, selling angles and agent notes; quoted at net rates, white-label ready. - [2027 Chiang Mai Lantern Festival package](https://www.explera.co.th/packages/chiang-mai-lantern-festival-2027/): 5-day/4-night Chiang Mai festival package — CAD Khomloy sky-lantern Gold Ticket, hot-air balloon, Golden Triangle with Laos, elephant sanctuary; twin share, min 2 adults, net rates for agents. - [Press & media kit](https://www.explera.co.th/press/): Company boilerplate (one-line/short/long), fast facts, downloadable logos, story angles and a direct press desk — for journalists, editors and partners citing Explera DMC Thailand. Available in 9 languages. - [Press release: Trade Credentials hub & Partner Badge launched](https://www.explera.co.th/press/releases/2026-07-18-trade-credentials-partner-badge/): Explera DMC Thailand, a TAT-licensed, IATA-accredited B2B destination management company, launches a public Trade Credentials hub and an embeddable Partner Badge so travel agencies can verify — and show — their Thailand ground partner's credentials. - [Press release: Travel-trade internship program opened](https://www.explera.co.th/press/releases/2026-07-19-travel-trade-internship-program/): Explera DMC Thailand opens a structured travel-industry internship program across six tracks — remote or in-house in Bangkok — with applications exclusively by email to hr@explera.co.th. - [Press release: Dedicated agent pages for 100+ source markets](https://www.explera.co.th/press/releases/2026-07-19-source-market-agent-pages/): Explera DMC Thailand publishes dedicated Thailand DMC pages for travel agents in more than 100 origin markets, led by the 25 countries that send the most travellers to Thailand. - [Trade credentials & partner badge](https://www.explera.co.th/trade-credentials/): How to verify Explera (TAT licence, IATA 96215733, insured own-fleet operations) in three steps, plus an official partner badge accredited agencies can display. - [Investor relations](https://www.explera.co.th/investors/): Asset-backed transportation and property investment models alongside Explera's live tourism operation — general information for prospective partners, in 9 languages. - [Discover Thailand](https://www.explera.co.th/discover-thailand/): Curated overview of Thailand's regions and signature experiences that agents can package, linking to all 87 destination guides. - [Tomorrowland Thailand 2026 packages](https://www.explera.co.th/tomorrowland-thailand-2026/): Agent-bookable packages for Tomorrowland Thailand, 10–14 December 2026 — four-night Pattaya beachfront stays (Avani Pattaya Resort) with Bangkok airport transfers both ways; festival tickets arranged separately. - [Careers & internships](https://www.explera.co.th/careers/): Travel-industry internships at Explera — remote or in-house Bangkok, six tracks (operations, B2B sales, marketing, multilingual support, MICE, finance), 3–6 months, year-round intakes. Applications by email only: hr@explera.co.th. - [Thailand DMC white label, wholesale & API](https://www.explera.co.th/thailand-dmc-white-label/): Sell Thailand under your own brand — white-label documents, wholesale net rates, API integration for accredited partners and the agent login portal (b2b.expleradmc.com). - [Southeast Asia DMC — multi-country](https://www.explera.co.th/southeast-asia-dmc/): Thailand + Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos and grand Indochina circuits — Thailand legs in-house, partner-operated cross-border legs, one contract and one 24/7 desk. - [Educational, sports & cruise operator](https://www.explera.co.th/thailand-specialist-tour-operator/): Study tours for schools and universities, sports tours and training camps, and cruise shore excursions at Laem Chabang, Phuket and Koh Samui. --- ## Trade Blog — All Articles The Explera trade blog publishes B2B-focused guides for travel agents selling Thailand. All articles are written from the trade perspective — what to sell, how to sell it, operational details, and seasonal intelligence. - [Why Thailand? The Complete Thailand DMC Guide for Travel Agents](https://www.explera.co.th/blog/2026-06-13-thailand-dmc-complete-guide/): Overview of Thailand as a destination and why DMC partnership is essential for agencies. - [Thailand DMC Services for Travel Agents: The Complete Guide](https://www.explera.co.th/blog/2026-06-17-thailand-dmc-services-for-travel-agents/): Full breakdown of every service category Explera provides and how agents access them. - [How to Choose the Best Thailand DMC for Your Agency](https://www.explera.co.th/blog/2026-06-15-how-to-choose-a-thailand-dmc/): Criteria for evaluating DMCs — licensing, fleet ownership, language capability, financial stability, cancellation terms. - [Thailand DMC Net Rates Explained — and Why They Protect Your Margin](https://www.explera.co.th/blog/2026-06-15-thailand-dmc-net-rates-explained/): How net-rate structures work, markup guidance, and how Explera structures its trade pricing. - [Bangkok DMC Services: What Every Travel Agent Should Know](https://www.explera.co.th/blog/2026-06-15-bangkok-dmc-services-guide/): Bangkok-specific DMC playbook — hotels, transfers, day tours, MICE venues, and itinerary building. - [Best Time to Visit Thailand: A Month-by-Month Selling Guide for Agents](https://www.explera.co.th/blog/2026-06-18-best-time-to-visit-thailand-trade-guide/): Seasonal guide for agents — Andaman vs Gulf, north vs south, month-by-month client recommendations. - [Thailand MICE & Incentives: A Buyer's Guide for Travel Agencies](https://www.explera.co.th/blog/2026-06-18-thailand-mice-incentives-buyers-guide/): Full MICE buyer's guide — venue selection, net pricing, attrition, contracts, and on-site delivery. - [Songkran 2027: A Travel Agent's Complete Selling Guide](https://www.explera.co.th/blog/2026-06-18-songkran-2027-travel-agent-guide/): How to sell Songkran — Bangkok vs Chiang Mai vs Phuket, lead times, safety briefings, DMC logistics. - [Selling Songkran 2026 & 2027: A Thailand DMC Playbook](https://www.explera.co.th/blog/2026-06-16-songkran-2026-2027-dmc-selling-guide/): Multi-year Songkran selling guide with operational details. - [Thailand Events Calendar 2026–2027: A DMC's Month-by-Month Selling Guide](https://www.explera.co.th/blog/2026-06-16-thailand-events-calendar-2026-2027-dmc-guide/): Every major Thai festival and event with travel-agent selling advice. - [Thailand MICE & Business Events 2026–2027](https://www.explera.co.th/blog/2026-06-16-thailand-mice-events-2026-2027-guide/): Conference calendar, convention centre capacity, MICE city comparisons. - [Loy Krathong & Yi Peng 2026–2027: The Lantern Festival Selling Guide](https://www.explera.co.th/blog/2026-06-16-loy-krathong-yi-peng-2026-2027-guide/): How to sell Thailand's most photogenic festival — Chiang Mai lanterns, Sukhothai candlelight, Bangkok river. - [The Phuket Vegetarian Festival 2026–2027: A DMC Selling Guide](https://www.explera.co.th/blog/2026-06-16-phuket-vegetarian-festival-2026-2027-guide/): Taoist festival in Phuket — firewalking, street processions, vegetarian street food. Selling to the right client. - [Thailand DMC for Indian Travel Agents: Groups, Weddings & FIT](https://www.explera.co.th/blog/2026-06-15-thailand-dmc-for-indian-travel-agents/): India-specific selling guide — vegetarian catering, Hindi guides, wedding logistics, group handling. - [Thailand DMC for GCC & Middle East Agents: Summer, Privacy & Halal](https://www.explera.co.th/blog/2026-06-15-thailand-dmc-for-gcc-middle-east-agents/): GCC-specific guide — halal, Arabic guides, school holiday peak, family privacy requirements. - [Thailand DMC for Destination Weddings: An Agent's Selling Guide](https://www.explera.co.th/blog/2026-06-15-thailand-dmc-for-destination-weddings/): Wedding venue categories, legal considerations, catering, photographer logistics, honeymoon extensions. - [Thailand Islands & Beaches: A DMC Map for Travel Agents](https://www.explera.co.th/blog/2026-06-11-thailand-islands-beaches-dmc-guide/): Which islands to sell, when, and at what client profile — Andaman vs Gulf matrix. - [Thailand Festivals: A DMC Guide to Songkran & Loy Krathong](https://www.explera.co.th/blog/2026-06-12-thailand-festivals-dmc-guide/): Festival selling guide for agents — timing, logistics, what to brief clients on. - [Thailand's Temples: A DMC Guide to Selling Heritage Tours](https://www.explera.co.th/blog/2026-06-10-thailand-temples-dmc-guide/): Temple circuit itineraries from Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Ayutthaya and Sukhothai. - [Thai Food Tourism: A DMC Guide to Selling Culinary Experiences](https://www.explera.co.th/blog/2026-06-09-thailand-local-food-dmc-guide/): Market tours, cooking classes, street food trails, fine dining curation. - [Adventure Thailand: A DMC Guide to Trekking, Diving & Rafting](https://www.explera.co.th/blog/2026-06-08-thailand-outdoor-adventure-dmc-guide/): Outdoor and adventure programs — diving sites, trekking routes, whitewater rafting, zip-line parks. - [Island Hopping from Phuket: The Agent's Routing Guide](https://www.explera.co.th/blog/2026-06-01-phuket-island-hopping-agent-guide/): Day-trip and overnight routing from Phuket — Phi Phi, Phang Nga, Similan. - [Selling Yi Peng: Chiang Mai's Lantern Festival Guide](https://www.explera.co.th/blog/2026-05-05-chiang-mai-yi-peng-lantern-festival/): Yi Peng timing, ticketed lantern release events vs free public floats, accommodation booking pressure. - [Green Season Thailand: Selling May-October at Margin](https://www.explera.co.th/blog/2026-04-22-thailand-green-season-selling-guide/): How to sell value-season Thailand profitably — rates, itinerary adjustments, the Gulf advantage. - [The Andaman by Private Charter: What Agents Should Know](https://www.explera.co.th/blog/2026-04-10-andaman-private-charter-guide/): Yacht and catamaran charter operations in the Andaman — pricing, routes, client types. - [Ayutthaya Day Trips: Four Formats That Outsell](https://www.explera.co.th/blog/2026-03-30-ayutthaya-day-trip-formats/): Selling Ayutthaya from Bangkok — private car, minibus, river boat, and cycling formats. - [The Bangkok 3-Day Itinerary That Never Fails](https://www.explera.co.th/blog/2026-05-28-bangkok-three-day-itinerary/): Reliable 3-day Bangkok program for first-time visitors sold via travel agents. - [Krabi vs Phuket: Which Should You Sell Your Client?](https://www.explera.co.th/blog/2026-05-20-krabi-vs-phuket-which-to-sell/): Side-by-side comparison — atmosphere, accessibility, price, client profiles. - [The Koh Samui Honeymoon Playbook for Agents](https://www.explera.co.th/blog/2026-05-12-koh-samui-honeymoon-playbook/): Honeymoon programs on Koh Samui — villa options, boat charters, spa sequences, add-on islands. --- ## Multilingual Site Explera's site is fully localised into 8 languages: - [English](https://www.explera.co.th/) (primary) - [Deutsch / German](https://www.explera.co.th/de/) - [Português / Portuguese](https://www.explera.co.th/pt/) - [Русский / Russian](https://www.explera.co.th/ru/) - [日本語 / Japanese](https://www.explera.co.th/ja/) - [中文简体 / Simplified Chinese](https://www.explera.co.th/zh-cn/) - [ภาษาไทย / Thai](https://www.explera.co.th/th/) - [العربية / Arabic](https://www.explera.co.th/ar/) Each language version has full destination pages, service overviews, source-market sections, and contact pages. --- ## Common Questions Answered **What is a DMC?** A Destination Management Company (DMC) is a local ground operator — it handles everything that happens on the ground after your clients arrive. Explera is the entity that your agency books hotels, transfers, tours, and events *through* when sending clients to Thailand. **Does Explera sell direct to tourists?** No. Explera is exclusively B2B. All sales go through travel agencies, tour operators, MICE agencies, or corporate clients. Travellers book Explera's services through their travel agent, not directly. **What is Explera's TAT licence?** The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) licences are mandatory for inbound tour operators and DMCs operating in Thailand. Explera's TAT licence confirms it is a legally authorised inbound operator. **How do agents access net rates?** By registering on the B2B portal (b2b.expleradmc.com) or contacting the trade desk at b2b@explera.co.th. Once accredited, agents receive a login to the net-rate database and itinerary builder. **What languages does Explera operate in?** English, Thai, Hindi, Arabic, Mandarin Chinese, Japanese, Russian, Portuguese, German, French, and Korean at operations level. Trade desk communications in English, Hindi, Arabic, and Mandarin primarily. **Which seasons are best for Thailand?** Thailand has three climate zones: the Andaman coast (best Nov–Apr), the Gulf coast (best May–Sep), and the north/central (best Nov–Feb). There is no single "best month" nationally — the two coasts are out of phase, giving agents a year-round selling proposition if they know which region to recommend per month. See: [Best Time to Visit Thailand (trade guide)](https://www.explera.co.th/blog/2026-06-18-best-time-to-visit-thailand-trade-guide/). **Can Explera handle MICE for 500+ delegates?** Yes. Explera manages incentive and conference programs from 20 to 2,000+ delegates. Bangkok, Phuket, Pattaya, Chiang Mai, and Hua Hin are the primary MICE hubs, each with convention-centre capacity and Explera's in-house event production team. **Does Explera offer halal-certified or vegetarian catering?** Yes. Halal catering options and Arabic-speaking guides are available across all major destinations. Jain-vegetarian and pure-vegetarian menus are available for Indian group programs. ## Agent guide - [What is a DMC? The travel agent's guide](https://www.explera.co.th/what-is-a-dmc/): plain-answer definition of a destination management company, DMC vs travel agency vs tour operator, and how agents get net rates from a Thailand DMC.