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Koh Samui makeover aims to entice Thai travellers
Business, Chadamas Chinmaneevong, Published on 19/07/2016
» Koh Samui is being transformed from an expensive destination for foreign tourists into an affordable, high-end place for Thai holiday-makers.
Unpretentious beauty
Business, Chadamas Chinmaneevong, Published on 27/01/2016
» The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is using its Discover Thainess campaign to attract foreign tourists to "Hidden Gems" -- 12 provinces most people miss on their trips here.
Chumphon diving booms on Ranong tie
Business, Chadamas Chinmaneevong, Published on 11/12/2015
» The diving business in Chumphon is expected to boom next year on the strength of a growing collaboration with tour operators in nearby Ranong.
Phi Phi coral being destroyed
Business, Chadamas Chinmaneevong, Published on 08/12/2015
» Koh Phi Phi, regarded as one of the most beautiful islands in Thailand, is concerned about its dying coral reefs.
That old time feeling
Business, Chadamas Chinmaneevong, Published on 06/04/2015
» The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is using a Discover Thainess gimmick to lure foreign tourists to visit 12 overlooked provinces most people miss on their trips here.
Ministry to upgrade Koh Phangan
Business, Chadamas Chinmaneevong, Published on 22/12/2014
» The Tourism and Sports Ministry plans to zone tourism on Koh Phangan and upgrade the island's image from that of the notorious full moon party destination.
Minister spells out long-term plans
Business, Chadamas Chinmaneevong, Published on 23/10/2014
» Tourism and Sports Minister Kobkarn Wattanavrangkul is working on long-term tourism strategies and plans that will bear fruit from next year.
TAT says Europe still 'likes' it here
Business, Chadamas Chinmaneevong, Published on 22/10/2014
» The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) will speed up plans to restore confidence among European travellers after a survey found they still "like" Thailand despite the murder of two British tourists on Koh Tao.
Ministry rebranding Pattaya for sports
Business, Chadamas Chinmaneevong, Published on 14/10/2014
» The government is keen to upgrade and promote Pattaya, a popular beach resort, as a world-class sports destination.
New sites need soul-searching
Business, Chadamas Chinmaneevong, Published on 30/09/2014
» Tourism and Sports Minister Kobkarn Wattanavrangkul is urging tourism agencies and operators to help educate local communities and develop more efficient management before promoting their areas as tourism destinations.