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Call to scrap PCR tests, Thailand Pass
Business, Dusida Worrachaddejchai, Published on 02/03/2022
» Hoteliers want to scrap the RT-PCR testing requirement along with the Thailand Pass because the Russian invasion of Ukraine has darkened the tourism outlook to such an extent that the industry might attract only 10% of the pre-pandemic arrival numbers.
Tourism operators eye Ukraine conflict warily
Business, Dusida Worrachaddejchai, Published on 26/02/2022
» Tourism operators in major destinations are monitoring Russia's invasion of Ukraine as the conflict poses further risks to purchasing power and flight connectivity within both the Russian and European markets.
ERW to expand Hop Inn through franchise system
Business, Dusida Worrachaddejchai, Published on 24/02/2022
» SET-listed Erawan Group Plc (ERW) is planning to expand the Hop Inn via a franchise model to lesser known destinations in Thailand and overseas with a target of 30 hotels in 2025 after it recently sold three ibis hotels to One Origin.
Tourism Ministry plans to propose scrapping 2nd RT-PCR test
Business, Dusida Worrachaddejchai, Published on 19/02/2022
» The second RT-PCR test required by the Test & Go scheme should be scrapped by March if the Centre for Covid-19 Situation Administration (CCSA) agrees with the proposal, according to the Tourism and Sports Ministry.
TAT unveils ambitious goals
Business, Dusida Worrachaddejchai, Published on 17/02/2022
» The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is rolling out plans to target both the international and domestic markets despite a tepid start because of the threat from the Omicron variant.
Hopes high for influx of Indian visitors to Pattaya
Business, Dusida Worrachaddejchai, Published on 17/02/2022
» Tourism operators in Pattaya hope Indian travellers can provide some relief during the upcoming low season as the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) prepares marketing plans for the South Asian country, in line with the Air Travel Bubble (ATB) agreement.
Ways to woo digital wanderers
Business, Dusida Worrachaddejchai, Published on 14/02/2022
» A new regimen of working life outside of a traditional office environment has gained popularity amid the pandemic, giving rise to the digital nomad trend that lets people blend work and travel with greater flexibility.
AirAsia urges eased Asean travel rules
Business, Dusida Worrachaddejchai, Published on 12/02/2022
» AirAsia is pushing regional governments to relax travel rules to revive intra-Asean tourism.
Call to expand tour subsidy scheme
Business, Dusida Worrachaddejchai, Published on 05/02/2022
» Tour operators are urging the government to increase the quota for locals joining Tour Teaw Thai, a tour package subsidy, to stimulate more demand from frequent users.
Local tourism prospers amid interest in Naga Cave
Business, Dusida Worrachaddejchai, Published on 04/02/2022
» Local tourism is reaping a windfall from the rising popularity of Naga Cave located at Phu Langka National Park in Bung Kan which has become a social media sensation as celebrities and locals flock to see the giant snake-shaped rock.