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New platform to host Thai tourism services
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 19/09/2024
» The Tourism and Sports Ministry has unveiled a new web portal connecting online services from the public sector, including the new electronic travel authorisation (ETA) system and the 300-baht fee collection from foreign tourists in the future.
Minister aims to levy 300-baht tourism tax
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 17/09/2024
» The new tourism minister aims to start collecting the 300-baht tourism tax after it was shelved during the previous administration led by Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin, while pledging to stimulate tourism revenue to reach at least 3 trillion baht this year.
More man-made entertainment magnets in Thailand
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 16/09/2024
» While Thailand is usually perceived as a "sea, sand and sun" destination, attracting new tourism markets by developing man-made attractions has piqued the interest of the private sector.
Tourism minister urged to brace for the worst
Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 06/09/2024
» Tourism operators have warned the new tourism minister to brace for a nosedive in the global economy and fiercer competition next year, urging the government to start planning for the worst-case scenario from this year.
White paper seeks to address Phuket's pressing issues
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 04/09/2024
» Phuket's key tourism operators are preparing a white paper that will urge the government to tackle deterioration of the environment and overdevelopment on the island amid rapid urbanisation.
Complaints over illegal Chinese bus services
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 26/08/2024
» Thai bus operators face intense competition from Chinese bus operators using nominees and offering lower prices, while more foreigners are illegally working as van drivers serving tourists, according to the Thai Transportation Operators Association.
Tourism firms jittery over mpox impact
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 23/08/2024
» Tourism operators have expressed concerns over mpox as the first suspected case of a more transmissible strain of the virus was detected in Thailand.
Operators call for tourism war room to reduce risks
Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 30/07/2024
» Tourism operators have suggested that the government establish a tourism “war room” in collaboration with the private sector in an effort to tackle crimes against tourists.
Thailand promotes sustainable city exploration on foot
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 29/07/2024
» Tourism is a service sector driven by people's proclivity to travel and their consumption habits while travelling. Strolling through a town or city to explore the local attractions and features has become a popular activity among tourists seeking to gain in-depth knowledge about local neighbourhoods.
Demand for private jets on the rise
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 27/07/2024
» The business jet market in Asia has become more diverse without any significant domination by China, thanks to growing numbers of clients across the region who are opting for private aircraft to enhance their operations, according to Dassault Aviation.