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Calls grow in Japan to charge foreign tourists more
Published on 19/06/2024
» As the flood of overseas tourists to Japan shows no sign of slowing, complaints about overcrowding and poor behaviour by visitors are prompting some people to look at ways of controlling the flow without losing income — including by charging higher prices for foreigners.
Khon Kaen expects boost from longer-stay visas
News, Chakkrapan Natanri, Published on 04/06/2024
» The private sector in the northeastern province of Khon Kaen is confident that the visa extension measure of 60 days, effective this month, will help spur tourism and the economy.
CPN marks mall's anniversary
Business, Published on 16/05/2024
» Central Pattana Plc (CPN) is celebrating the fifth anniversary of Central i-City, a lifestyle and entertainment destination in a 6.5-billion-baht mixed-use project in western Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Economy falters despite holiday boost
Post Reporters, Published on 14/04/2024
» The University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce (UTCC) expects 140-200 billion baht to circulate in the country during this year's Songkran festival, 11.8 billion baht of which will be spent by 10 million overseas visitors.
Airbnb registers focus on local experiences
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 06/04/2024
» Thailand recorded strong demand among small groups and solo travel last year, while tourists stayed longer to explore local experiences, according to accommodation-sharing platform Airbnb.
Is greenwashing taking travellers to the cleaners?
Business, Published on 13/03/2024
» Every hotel wants you to save the planet. The messianic messages are everywhere -- on little tent cards on the desk, proud notices on the bathroom door, and in dolorous the-end-is-nigh letters from the GM. Every hotel is saving the Yanomami Indians, Atlantic salmon and mountain gorillas.
AssetWise Unveils Ambitious Expansion Plans in 2024
Published on 29/02/2024
» AssetWise Co., Ltd. (ASW) is expanding its portfolio in 2024 with the latest strategy, "THE NEW FRONTIERS," introducing 12 new residential projects in EEC and Phuket, valued at 25.9 billion Baht, along with new businesses targeting 17.8 billion Baht.
PM outlines his vision for Thailand's development
Online Reporters, Published on 22/02/2024
» Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin on Thursday outlined his plans to boost the national economy, with key policies including tourism promotion and allowing alcohol at concerts by world-renowned artists.
CKPower's Pioneering Efforts Sparking Clean Energy Communities
Published on 22/12/2023
» CKPower is recharging local communities as vital clean energy forces on the path to Net Zero, despite the global crises casting doubt on the prospect of a world free from greenhouse gas emissions. Their "Hing Hoi" project, which translates to "firefly," exemplifies CKPower's commitment to sustainability and empowering society in achieving this goal.
Thai Silk shifts to iconic lifestyle company
Business, Pitsinee Jitpleecheep, Published on 21/11/2023
» The Thai Silk Co, the operator of the Jim Thompson brand, is undergoing a transformation from a silk-focused enterprise to a pioneering iconic lifestyle company, with plans to diversify into the hotel and homeware sectors over the next 3-5 years.