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Operators seek clarity on B300 tourism fee
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 19/04/2023
» Tourism operators are calling for clearer measures regarding the 300-baht tourism fee after the tourism and sports minister said levy collection will be delayed from June to September because of issues with its implementation.
Nok Air unfazed by THAI merger proposal
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 17/04/2023
» Low-cost carrier Nok Air has reaffirmed that Thai Airways (THAI) still holds a 13.28% stake as the flag carrier prepares to merge with Thai Smile Airways.
Measures sought to rein in airfares
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 14/04/2023
» The Airlines Association of Thailand (AAT) is urging the government to lower the fuel tax and operational fees at airports amid concerns over a potential increase in oil prices following the announcement by Opec+ that the group would reduce its output, saying the lower cost burden would eventually help to reduce airfares.
TLA upbeat on profit prospects this year
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 12/04/2023
» Thai Lion Air (TLA) is hoping to secure a profit this year, driven by increasing flight capacity, a larger fleet and passenger growth fuelled by Chinese tour groups.
Dasta sets goal for B5m-10m revenue
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 08/04/2023
» The Designated Areas for Sustainable Tourism Administration (Dasta) is aiming to earn revenue of at least 5 million to 10 million baht per year, reducing dependency on the state budget.
Airfares could spike after Opec cut
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 07/04/2023
» Airlines are expecting higher airfares than usual during the upcoming low season as oil cartel Opec and its allies announced production cuts.
Michelin Guide, TAT extend their partnership through 2026
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 06/04/2023
» The Michelin Guide Thailand has helped to generate more than 842 million baht for the tourism economy during its first five-year contract with the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) starting in 2017, according to the agency.
TAT expects B18.5bn from holiday
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 05/04/2023
» The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) expects the Songkran holiday to generate total revenue of 18.5 billion baht, with domestic trips exceeding the 2019 level based on pent-up demand.
TAT downplays China woes
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 04/04/2023
» The Tourism Authority (TAT) has played down concerns about monopolised foreign tourism businesses and zero-dollar tours, as long as strict law enforcement and collaboration with Beijing continues, while Thailand is targeting high-value tourists over volume.
Agents predict 1m Chinese in Q2
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 01/04/2023
» The Association of Thai Travel Agents (Atta) expects 1 million Chinese tourists in the second quarter of this year, following positive signs of flight resumptions, while urging authorities to help regulate "zero-dollar" tours and illegal tour guides.