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Figuring out how to entice the Chinese
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 20/09/2023
» China lifted strict travel restrictions more than eight months ago, but the number of visitors to Thailand still lags the previous pace.
Thai hotel bookings surge thanks to government agencies
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 07/09/2023
» Hotels have started to record an uptick in bookings from government agencies that have to use their fiscal 2023 budget before the deadline at the end of September, though reservations for China's national holiday in October remain weak.
Outcry over police VIP airport escort service
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 25/01/2023
» Tourism operators have slammed the Thai police VIP escort service sold online in China, saying the move severely damaged the image of Thailand.
Global economy to hit Thai tourism
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 19/07/2022
» The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) forecasts revenue of 1.2-2.38 trillion baht next year, according to its new 2023 strategy, but this is likely to be challenged by global inflation and rising interest rates, with spending already taking a hit.
Tourism hit by safety, security woes
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 01/06/2022
» Thailand's ranking in the Travel and Tourism Development Index 2021 dropped to 36th from 35th place, with safety and security plunging to the lower end of the table, while neighbouring countries such as Indonesia and Vietnam posted improvements.
Thailand drops down global tourism index
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 31/05/2022
» Thailand’s ranking in the Travel and Tourism Development Index 2021 dropped to 36th from 35th place, with safety and security plunging to the lower end of the table, while neighbouring countries such as Indonesia and Vietnam posted improvements.
Scoot dependent on cargo services to survive virus
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 30/06/2021
» Scoot airline credits its survival to strong financial support, cutting its employee numbers and robust cargo services during the pandemic.
Cargo helped Scoot survive pandemic
Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 29/06/2021
» Low-cost airline Scoot has survived the pandemic with the help of strong shareholder support, income from robust cargo services and employee cutbacks, according to the airline's chief executive.
Mice slump prompts rescue funding
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 12/02/2020
» The government has earmarked emergency relief for domestic Mice (meetings, incentives, conferences, exhibitions) after the international segment declined by almost 50% because of the coronavirus outbreak.