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Samed Resorts hit by price war
Business, Chadamas Chinmaneevong, Published on 21/07/2016
» The current economic slowdown and price war among hoteliers have pushed Samed Resorts Group, the largest hotel operator on the Rayong province island, to look for new markets and a good mix of guests.
Pattaya hoteliers hit by low-season gloom
Business, Chadamas Chinmaneevong, Published on 02/07/2016
» Tourism-related operators in Pattaya are facing a hard time as the domestic and global economic downturns are hurting the purchasing power of tourists and forward bookings.
Pattaya occupancy off target
Business, Chadamas Chinmaneevong, Published on 21/04/2016
» Hoteliers in Pattaya expect the occupancy rates in April to miss their mark even after thousands swarmed to the resort town to celebrate Songkran.
Thais still motivated to travel
Business, Chadamas Chinmaneevong, Published on 11/03/2016
» Thai sentiment for travel remains upbeat and many are willing to spend more on their trips despite the poor economic conditions and escalating concerns about deflation.
Chinese put squeeze on Pattaya's hotels
Business, Chadamas Chinmaneevong, Published on 15/07/2015
» Several Pattaya hotels that are struggling to survive are being pressured by Chinese travel agents to reduce their room rates by 30-40%.
Upbeat TAT aims for 8% revenue rise
Business, Chadamas Chinmaneevong, Published on 30/06/2015
» The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has set a challenging target of 8% growth in 2016 tourism revenue to 2.37 trillion baht, surpassing the government's previous projection of 4.5% growth.
Eastern promise
Business, Chadamas Chinmaneevong, Published on 05/05/2015
» The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is using its “2015 Discover Thainess” campaign to lure foreign tourists to hidden gems - 12 provinces most people miss on their trips here.
Russians spread their wings to South
Business, Chadamas Chinmaneevong, Published on 16/04/2013
» Khao Lak, Krabi and Koh Samui are expected to become popular destinations for Russian travellers thanks to beautiful beaches and convenient transport.
TAT in new initiative to attract tourists
Business, Chadamas Chinmaneevong, Published on 05/11/2012
» Medical tourism is a rising star as Thailand seeks to boost tourism revenue to 2 trillion baht by 2015, with attractive pricing, cutting-edge technology and skilled doctors drawing foreign patients.
TAT readies Europe focus
Business, Chadamas Chinmaneevong, Published on 09/10/2012
» The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) says it is dealing with the impact from the European crisis and aggressively expanding into new markets in Europe.