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TAT targets adventurous newlyweds
Business, Chadamas Chinmaneevong, Published on 18/03/2014
» The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has kicked off what it calls a "honeyteering" trip in Thailand to capture the growing popularity of this new trend among high-end foreign honeymooners.
Japan planned VAT hike hits tourists
Business, Chadamas Chinmaneevong, Published on 12/02/2014
» Thai travellers planning a visit to Japan should be aware that a sales tax increase is due to take affect there in April, so should consider bringing foreward their trip, local outbound tour operators have warned.
Four Seasons curries wedding favours
Business, Chadamas Chinmaneevong, Published on 27/12/2013
» The Four Seasons Bangkok, a five-star hotel near the Ratchaprasong intersection, sees much room to grow in the Indian wedding market and expects to attract at least one event per month next year.
Taiwan, China eye easier visas
Business, Chadamas Chinmaneevong, Published on 08/07/2013
» China and Taiwan will likely be the next countries after Japan to relax visa rules to woo foreign tourists, especially Thais, say industry experts.
Medical tourism needs a shot in the arm, say travel agents
Business, Chadamas Chinmaneevong, Published on 25/05/2013
» Travel agents are calling for Thailand to improve its medical tourism by adding new services and maintaining its high treatment standards.
TAT dreams of India
Business, Chadamas Chinmaneevong, Published on 22/01/2013
» The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) plans to promote Thailand in India's secondary cities, riding the rising trend of arrivals from that country.
Industry gets ready for Chinese invasion
Business, Chadamas Chinmaneevong, Published on 03/01/2013
» The strong growth in the number of tourist arrivals from China could be a push for the government to speed up its plans to add new tourism destinations and facilities to serve this burgeoning tourism market.
As rivals gain, Thai tourism cries out for distinct image
Business, Chadamas Chinmaneevong, Published on 12/10/2012
» Thailand should have a clear campaign to promote tourism and distinguish itself from neighbouring countries, says the Association of Thai Tourism Marketing (ATTM).