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Outbound travel on the upswing
Business, Chadamas Chinmaneevong, Published on 04/05/2010
» The Thai Agents Association (TTAA) says outbound travel remains healthy this year even though domestic and inbound tours have been hurt by political turmoil.
High hopes from SME Travel Fair
Business, Chadamas Chinmaneevong, Published on 30/04/2010
» Organisers of the first SME Travel Fair hope it will spur domestic tourism at a time when the industry is suffering from the impact of prolonged political unrest.
Potential of India overlooked
Business, Chadamas Chinmaneevong, Published on 15/04/2010
» To realise the high potential of Indian tourists Thailand's tourism industry needs to understand the market's diversity, says Sanjay Nadkarni, an associate professor at the Emirates Academy of Hospitality Management in Dubai.
Hoteliers in North and South dread unrest impacts
Business, Chadamas Chinmaneevong, Published on 12/04/2010
» Hotel operators in the northern and southern parts of Thailand are concerned that growing political conflicts could hurt their businesses during the Songkran festival, even though they are far from the scenes of protest in Bangkok.
Pattaya takes action to ensure smooth run of music festival
Business, Chadamas Chinmaneevong, Published on 05/03/2010
» Pattaya City is ready to deal with any possible political incident affecting the 9th Pattaya International Music Festival 2010 scheduled for March 19-21, says Mayor Itthiphol Kunplume.
Outrage at Sasithara's transfer
Business, Chadamas Chinmaneevong, Published on 22/01/2010
» Private tourism operators are calling on the government to reconsider the transfer of Sasithara Pichaicharnnarong, the permanent secretary of the Tourism and Sports Ministry, to an advisory post at the Prime Minister's Office.
Travel fair a test of confidence
Business, Chadamas Chinmaneevong, Published on 20/01/2010
» The travel industry is pinning its hopes on healthy customer spending at the Thai International Travel Fair 2010, which it says will reflect demand and confidence in Thai tourism in 2010.
TAT sees very happy Chinese New Year
Business, Chadamas Chinmaneevong, Published on 18/01/2010
» The Tourism Authority of Thailand expects at least 100,000 Chinese tourists to spend the coming Chinese New Year in Thailand, up from 60,000 last year, with the easing of H1N1 flu fears and a perception in China of a calmer political situation in Thailand.
Museums lag global standards
Business, Chadamas Chinmaneevong, Published on 05/01/2010
» Thai museums must meet international standards with their presentation and promotions to attract more local and international tourists, says Pichet Turongkinanon, managing director of the museum specialist C-Mex.